Capacity: 300 Guests
Event Lawn Venue
Hotel Esencia’s Event Lawn offers a lush garden setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions and celebrations, with outdoor elegance and standing room for larger Riviera Maya events.
Weddings
The perfect wedding
Why say "I do" here
Secluded Setting
Exchange vows on Xpu-Ha beach, where white sand, turquoise water, and Mayan jungle create natural intimacy.
Wedding Flow
Ceremonies, cocktails, receptions, music, catering, and bar service are supported by established private-event policies on property.
Beautiful Venues
Choose beachfront palapas, the Event Lawn, Palm Garden, or Esencia Mansion for celebrations up to 200 guests.
Weekend Celebrations
Host welcome drinks, beach days, poolside lunches, and farewell gatherings across restaurants, bars, pools, and gardens.
Planning Support
Proposal and romance packages, multilingual staff, tours assistance, transfers, and in-house catering help simplify destination planning.
Stay Together
Guests can stay onsite in the intimate room collection, with pools, beach club, dining, spa, and childcare available.
An unforgettable ambiance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wedding FAQs
What is the maximum number of guests Hotel Esencia can accommodate for a wedding?
Hotel Esencia can host celebrations ranging from intimate gatherings of 30–80 guests up to larger affairs, with the property's Event Lawn accommodating up to 300 guests for a full estate buyout wedding.
Does Hotel Esencia offer full property buyouts for weddings?
Yes, Hotel Esencia offers a full property buyout option centered on the 10,000-square-foot Esencia Mansion, which includes three pools, terraces and open spaces, allowing couples exclusive use of the estate for their wedding weekend.
What ceremony and reception venues are available at Hotel Esencia?
Couples can choose among several on-site settings at Hotel Esencia, including the Event Lawn, the Esencia Mansion grounds, and the Palm Garden, each suited to ceremonies, cocktail hours and receptions.
Is in-house catering and bar service required for weddings at Hotel Esencia?
Yes, weddings at Hotel Esencia require use of the venue's in-house catering, and all alcohol must be purchased through Hotel Esencia rather than brought in by outside vendors.
What is the noise and music curfew for weddings held at Hotel Esencia?
Hotel Esencia permits live music both indoors and outdoors for wedding celebrations, with festivities required to conclude by a 3 AM curfew.
Are there minimum stay requirements for wedding room blocks at Hotel Esencia?
Group and wedding room blocks at Hotel Esencia carry seasonal minimum-night requirements — typically 5 nights per room from January 5 through April 30 and 3 nights per room from May 1 through December 20 — along with a required spa minimum included in group contracts.
Does Hotel Esencia welcome children and families for wedding celebrations?
Hotel Esencia is a luxury, family-friendly resort that welcomes children as part of wedding celebrations, offering a children's club (surcharge), babysitting or childcare services (surcharge), and a dedicated family pool alongside an adults-only pool for guests who prefer a quieter setting.
What wedding-related packages and romance services does Hotel Esencia provide?
Hotel Esencia offers proposal and romance packages for couples, along with event planning support for ceremonies and receptions using the property's in-house catering and A/V equipment at venues such as the Event Lawn.
What is Hotel Esencia's smoking policy during wedding events?
Smoking at Hotel Esencia weddings is permitted only in designated smoking areas, helping keep ceremony and reception spaces comfortable for all guests.
How many guest rooms are available for wedding parties at Hotel Esencia?
Hotel Esencia offers 29 total rooms for wedding guests, comprised of 8 Main House rooms (Ocean Suites and Master Suites), 15 Garden Suites, 4 Garden Rooms, and 2 Pool Villas, plus an on-site bridal suite for getting ready.