Wedding Celebrations at Dorado Beach

Weddings

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During life’s greatest joys, we long to be among those we love. It may be the wedding you never imagined until you uttered the word “yes.” The birthday you said you wanted to pass quietly yet secretly yearned to mark with grandeur. The anniversary you never thought would arrive yet how quickly the time goes in good company.

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Event Rooms

5443 SQ FT

Total Event Space

500

Capacity Largest Space
Positivo Pool
Positivo Pool

WEDDINGS

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Wedding Packages

The hotel brings together an events manager, culinary talent and salon stylists to offer a complete event experience from beginning to end. Local services, including planning, entertainment, floral design and décor, can also be arranged.

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Exclusively Yours

Resort Buyouts

Our entire 50-acre estate can be held exclusively for you and your guests, creating an intimate, memorable experience for meetings, executive retreats, incentive trips, private parties and family reunions. Overlooking the ocean and flush with tropical greenery, the resort offers a mix of suites and residences, including the five-bedroom Su Casa, and can curate a custom itinerary featuring catering, spa services, golf, excursions and outdoor activities.

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Ballroom or Beachfront

Both indoor and outdoor gatherings are set against the beauty of the Atlantic. Designed for celebrations of fewer than 470 guests, the hotel can host events on the sand, upon an ocean-facing lawn or terrace or within a striking ballroom.

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Bespoke Weddings

On a day you will remember forever, you want every detail to be perfect. Our oceanfront resort is simply the stage for the celebration of your lifetime.

Wedding Venues

Dedicated to creating a unique wedding experience from intimate to extravagant. Both indoor and outdoor gatherings are set against the beauty of the Atlantic.

Surf Room Meeting Venue

Surf Room

At 4,558 square feet, this luxury ballroom is enhanced by spectacular views and natural daylight provided by floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto an outside terrace overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Capacity 200-350.

Evening lounge set up with seating and a bar on the lawn by the ocean

Surf Lawn

The best of both worlds- beautifully landscaped lawn overlooking the sparkling Caribbean Sea; without a doubt, the perfect setting for an unforgettable ceremony or tropical cocktails with a sunset view. Capacity 150 - 200.

Spa Botánico Entrance

Spa Ficus Tree

The Ficus Tree has been in The Reserve for more than 100 years, offering an incredible setting for an intimate and romantic ceremony. Capacity 100.

Outdoor Dining Event

Spa Lawn and Pineapple Garden

Become one with nature in our Spa Botanico Spa Lawn and Pineapple Garden, where you will be surrounded by beautiful Flora and Fauna and have a unique dinner experience listening to the coquis serenading in the evening. Capacity 30-50.

Does the resort suggest photographers, entertainment, and other vendors?

We offer a list of preferred professional vendors such as wedding planners, officiates, photographers, videographers, decorators, and entertainment consultants.

 

What other services can Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve provide for my event?

We provide a wide range of specialty items to help you personalize your event. These upgraded items include but are not limited to wood cross-back chairs, linen and napkins, glassware, dance floor and specialty lighting.

 

How far in advance should I reserve the date?

Whether it is a short-term wedding and celebrated within a month or a wedding planned two years out, we able to accommodate all requests.

 

Is there a minimum guest requirement to have a wedding?

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve will host from beautiful intimate wedding ceremony to a lavish celebration.

 

What is the responsibility of the Weddings and Special Events Sales Manager?

  • Send wedding package and guide the bride and groom through the date selection process.
  • Prepare the contract to reserve wedding date and room block (if applicable).
  • Act as the on-site liaison between your wedding coordinator and hotel operations team.
  • Establish guest room block and monitor the status of reservations (if applicable).
  • Personally oversee the details of the bride and groom’s room reservations (if applicable).
  • Recommend Special Event Professionals to provide wedding coordination, music, floral, photography, ceremony officiant, invitations, and amenities.
  • Act as menu consultant for all food and beverage selections.
  • Detail your Banquet Event Order and Wedding “Resume” outlining all your event specifics and overnight accommodations to ensure that all information is communicated successfully to the operational team of the Hotel.
  • Create an estimate of charges outlining your financial commitments and deposit schedule.
  • Create a floor plan of your function space for you to plan and provide the resort your seating arrangements.
  • Establish timeline for ceremony and reception in conjunction with wedding coordinator.
  • Oversee the ceremony and reception room(s) set-up, food preparation and other Hotel operations.
  • Ensure a seamless transition to the Banquet Captain on the day of your event.
  • Review your banquet checks for accuracy, prior to the completion of your final bill.
  • What are the responsibilities of an independent Wedding Planner?
  • Assist with etiquette and protocol for invitations, family matters, ceremony, and toasts.
  • Create a timeline for your entire wedding day, including the ceremony and reception to supply to the Weddings and Special Events Sales Manager.
  • Organize and coordinate your ceremony rehearsal. Remind bridal party of all pertinent “call times” and “don’t forgets” on the wedding day.
  • Confirm call times and details with all vendors several days prior to the wedding day.
  • Support as liaison with your family, bridal party and all vendors.
  • Ensure the ladies have their corsages and bouquets, etc., and assist with pinning of the gentlemen’s boutonnières.
  • Deliver and arrange ceremony programs, escort cards, place cards, favors and any personal items.
  • Coordinate your actual ceremony (i.e., line up bride party, assist bride with dress, etc.)
  • Coordinate your reception (i.e., grand entrance, first dance, toasts, cake cutting, etc.)
  • Coordinate with vendors and the Hotel Banquet Captain to ensure timeliness of your events.
  • Collect any personal items you may have brought at the conclusion of the reception.
  • Count and collect all wedding gifts and deliver them to the appropriate location at the conclusion of your event.
  • Assist you with full-service coordinating from your engagement to your honeymoon, should you select a full-service package.

 

What are the deposits based on and when are they due?

Deposits are based on anywhere from 25% –100% of the combined food and beverage minimum, plus the rental fees for the event space reserved. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Initial Deposit – Due at signature of agreement and is based on 25% of the combined food and beverage minimum, plus the venue rental fee for the event space reserved.

Second Deposit - Due four months or 125 days prior to the event date and is based on 75% of the combined food and beverage minimum, plus the venue rental fee for the event space reserved.

Final Deposit – Due 30 working days prior to the event date and is based on the estimated final balance for your event, based on your actual food and beverage selections.

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve requires full pre-payment for all events. The above outlined deposit policy is subject to change and could change based on your event date.

 

Does the resort offer a special group rate?

If you wish to reserve a block of rooms for your family and guests, please notify your Weddings and Special Events Sales Manager who can provide you with availability and rates. A special group rate will be offered based on a minimum of 10 rooms or more for a minimum of 2 nights.  Holiday weekends may be subject to a three-night minimum stay. Please note check-in time is 4 p.m. and checkout is 11 a.m.

 

What happens if we plan an outdoor ceremony, however due to weather circumstances we are not able to host outdoors?

The Weddings and Special Events Sales Manager always holds an appropriately sized backup room inside the hotel in case of inclement weather.

Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.ft) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Surf Room Ballroom 52x84x- 4368 500 250 - - 470 280
Boardroom 16x30x- 480 - - 14 - - 14
COA Private Dining Room 17x35x- 595 - - 16 - - -
Surf Room Ballroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
52x84x-
Area (sq.ft)
4368
Theater
500
Schoolroom
250
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
470
Banquet
280
Boardroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
16x30x-
Area (sq.ft)
480
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
14
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
14
COA Private Dining Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
17x35x-
Area (sq.ft)
595
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
16
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Meeting Room Dimensions (LxWxH) Area (sq.mt) Theater Schoolroom Conference U-Shape Reception Banquet
Surf Room Ballroom 15.8x25.6x- 405.8 500 250 - - 470 280
Boardroom 4.9x9.1x- 44.6 - - 14 - - 14
COA Private Dining Room 5.2x10.7x- 55.3 - - 16 - - -
Surf Room Ballroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.8x25.6x-
Area (sq.mt)
405.8
Theater
500
Schoolroom
250
Conference
-
U-Shape
-
Reception
470
Banquet
280
Boardroom
Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.9x9.1x-
Area (sq.mt)
44.6
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
14
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
14
COA Private Dining Room
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.2x10.7x-
Area (sq.mt)
55.3
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
16
U-Shape
-
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Audio-Visual Equipment
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