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Bahia Principe Explore Akumal is a hotel destination wedding venue in Q.R., Mexico, hosting 500 at dinner and 1,000 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$16,000 (our estimate), reached from Cancún International Airport (CUN), 45-60 minutes. Best months: January, February, March, April.

Bahia Principe Explore Akumal

Q.R.Quintana Roo, Mexico

Every detail invites you to enjoy it with your family.

Guests
500 at dinner1,000 standing
Rooms
758 rooms
Cost
About US$16,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Season
Best weather Jan–AprAisle estimate
Getting there
CUNabout 1 h by carAisle estimate

About the venue

Every detail invites you to enjoy it with your family.

Mayan culture, sunshine, a stunning Caribbean beach, and the hospitality of the locals naturally envelop you.

The beach is almost like another feature of this renovated hotel, with à la carte dining, water activities, and access to a PGA-standard golf course.

Come and explore at your own pace, enjoy yourself without a scheduled itinerary, and create lasting memories in good company.

  • 465 rooms across the property ensure guest convenience and on-site accommodation for entire wedding parties
  • Direct beachfront access with multiple ceremony and reception venues overlooking the Caribbean
  • All-inclusive resort means simplified planning with food, beverages, and activities pre-arranged
  • Located at km 250 on the Chetumal-Cancun highway, positioning Akumal between two major hubs with abundant dining and activities

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Bahia Principe Explore Akumal cost?
Aisle estimates about US$16,000 for 80 guests. Hire, fees, food and drink. Rooms are extra.
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How many guests does Bahia Principe Explore Akumal hold?
Bahia Principe Explore Akumal holds 500 at dinner and 1,000 standing.
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Can guests stay at Bahia Principe Explore Akumal?
Yes. 758 rooms.
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When is the best time for a wedding at Bahia Principe Explore Akumal?
Best weather: January – April.
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How do guests get to Bahia Principe Explore Akumal?
Fly into Cancún International Airport (CUN), about 1 h by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
500 guests
Standing reception
1,000 guests
Ceremony, seated
200 guests

Staying over

Rooms
758 rooms
Room types
8 listed

House rules

Exclusive use required
No
Pets
No
Children
Yes

Best weather to marry

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  1. January: best
  2. February: best
  3. March: best
  4. April: best
  5. May: good
  6. June: out of season
  7. July: good
  8. August: out of season
  9. September: out of season
  10. October: out of season
  11. November: good
  12. December: good
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Getting there

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Nearest airport
CUN, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Guest transport
Yes
Phone
984 875 5000
Answered by the venue in local hours.

Reviews of Bahia Principe Explore Akumal

“A little far from Cancun airport but service was good once sorted. Room was lovely, great temperature for sleeping. We really enjoyed the swim up suite. Buffets were good.”

Brenda ChildsRead the whole review on Google

4.7out of 5, from 24,938 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

Can we reserve the entire resort for our wedding?
The resort accommodates groups of varying sizes with dedicated wedding planning teams. With 465 rooms, many couples book substantial room blocks. Contact their wedding coordinators at the website to discuss exclusive-use options and group rates.
What outdoor ceremony spaces are available?
Multiple beachfront and garden venues are available, including oceanview terraces and lawn spaces. The property's layout allows ceremonies at sunrise over the Caribbean or sunset settings depending on your preference.
Is the all-inclusive package required for all guests?
Staying guests typically participate in the all-inclusive plan. Day-use and external guest options may be available through the wedding coordination team, inquire directly about flexibility.
What's nearby if guests want to explore beyond the resort?
Akumal village offers cenote diving, snorkeling in the bay, and authentic Yucatán restaurants. Playa del Carmen is 45 minutes north; Tulum ruins are 30 minutes south. The location provides easy day-trip access without isolation.

A sample wedding weekend

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Friday · day 01
  • 2:00 PM - 6:00 PMGuest arrivals; check-in and welcome cocktail by the beach
  • 7:00 PMWelcome dinner in beachfront restaurant
Saturday · day 02
  • 4:00 PMWedding ceremony on oceanview lawn or beach
  • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMCocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres on terrace
  • 7:30 PM - 11:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in beachfront ballroom or al-fresco pavilion
Sunday · day 03
  • 10:00 AMFarewell breakfast and guest departures

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Sources and booking notes

Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 500 guests

    “Location: Akumal Capacity - Ceremony: 200 guests - Cocktail: 1000 guests - Reception: 500 guests”
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  • Standing reception: 1,000 guests

    “Location: Akumal Capacity - Ceremony: 200 guests - Cocktail: 1000 guests - Reception: 500 guests”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 200 guests

    “Location: Akumal Capacity - Ceremony: 200 guests - Cocktail: 1000 guests - Reception: 500 guests”
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  • Rooms: 758 rooms

    “The Luxury Akumal Resort is a beachfront resort that offers 758 rooms in a range of categories, from Junior Suite Deluxe to Junior Suite Deluxe Swim Up Rooms and Junior Suite Deluxe Ocean Front.”
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  • Room types: 8 listed

    “At Explore Akumal, each member of the group finds their own rhythm without losing connection. You can choose from different types of rooms and suites, options with direct pool access, or spaces specially designed for families seeking more space and independence.”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “We offer the possibility to organize both symbolic ceremonies (or vow renewals) and civil weddings.”
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  • Chapel on site: Yes

    “Unlike most resorts in the area, we have the chapel "Our Lady of Guadalupe," a consecrated chapel located within our facilities.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “We have locations prepared on the Caribbean shore to celebrate a beach wedding in Riviera Maya with all the guests on the white sand.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “All our resorts have a contingency plan or "plan B" in covered locations or indoor halls.”
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  • Religious ceremonies: Catholic and Mayan

    “Unlike most resorts in the area, we have the chapel "Our Lady of Guadalupe," a consecrated chapel located within our facilities.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “The beach is almost like another feature of this renovated hotel, with à la carte dining, water activities, and access to a PGA-standard golf course.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “24-hour American-style snacks and food service (alcoholic beverages served until midnight)”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “Whether it's an intimate sunset ceremony or a big party surrounded by your loved ones, in our resorts you will find the perfect proposal for your style and budget.”
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  • Pets: No

    “Pets not allowed”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Every detail invites you to enjoy it with your family.”
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  • Guest transport: Yes

    “An internal shuttle also makes it easy to move between different areas of the resort and access restaurants, activities and facilities at neighboring hotels within the complex.”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “All our resorts have a contingency plan or "plan B" in covered locations or indoor halls.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Location: Akumal Capacity - Ceremony: 200 guests - Cocktail: 1000 guests - Reception: 500 guests”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Three pools with different atmospheres allow you to switch between relaxation, play and quieter areas.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “Spacious layout with a sleeping area and living space, complemented by ocean views that make every moment of relaxation even more special.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “Three pools with different atmospheres, direct beach access and spaces designed both for relaxing and recharging set the rhythm of the day.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Yes, all our hotels and wedding resorts have a wedding planner specialist in the destination.”
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About US$16,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate

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