Bahia Principe Explore Akumal
Q.R., Mexico
- Another hotel, less than a kilometre away
- About US$16,000 for 80 guests
Bahia Principe Explore Tulum is a hotel destination wedding venue in Q.R., Mexico, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate), where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$17,000 (our estimate), reached from Cancun International Airport (CUN), 90-120 minutes. Best months: January, February, March, April.
Bahia Principe Explore Tulum
Q.R.Quintana Roo, Mexico
Welcome to Bahia Principe Explore Tulum, formerly Bahia Principe Grand Tulum, the all-inclusive family hotel on the Riviera Maya where nature and Mayan cultural heritage are part of your vacation.
Bahia Principe Explore Tulum
- Guests
- Up to 150 guestsAisle estimate
- Rooms
- 774 rooms
- Cost
- About US$17,000Aisle estimate
- Ceremony
- Legal ceremony on site
- Season
- Best weather Jan–AprAisle estimate
- Getting there
- CUNAisle estimate
About the venue
Welcome to Bahia Principe Explore Tulum, formerly Bahia Principe Grand Tulum, the all-inclusive family hotel on the Riviera Maya where nature and Mayan cultural heritage are part of your vacation.
Here jungle, sea and the concept of ORIGIN inspire every corner, creating a setting where rest, exploring and shared family time flow effortlessly.
Younger children can discover the world through play at the Zama Kids Zone, a space designed for learning about the Mayan culture as they have fun.
Meanwhile, adults and teens can move between pools, sports, access to themed restaurants, evening shows and relaxing by the sea.
- 440-acre beachfront property with private Caribbean beach access
- Multiple wedding venues including oceanfront terraces and garden settings
- All-inclusive resort with on-site dining, bars, and entertainment for guests
- Accommodates up to 150 wedding guests with 367 on-property rooms
Short answers
- How much does a wedding at Bahia Principe Explore Tulum cost?
- Aisle estimates about US$17,000 for 80 guests. Hire, fees, food and drink. Rooms are extra.
- Aisle estimate
- When is the best time for a wedding at Bahia Principe Explore Tulum?
- Best weather: January – April.
- Aisle estimate
- How do guests get to Bahia Principe Explore Tulum?
- Fly into Cancun International Airport (CUN), about 2 h by car.
- Aisle estimate
Ask about your month
Tell the venue your year and month, your guest count and your budget. They reply with the dates they have free and what a wedding with them costs.
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- You do not need a fixed date
Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Rooms
- 774 rooms
- Room types
- 4 listed
- Whole property must be taken with the wedding
- No
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- No
- Pets
- No
- Children
- Yes
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
The ceremony
- Legal ceremony on site
- Yes
- Chapel on site
- Yes
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
The place
- Swimming pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Beach on foot
- Yes
- Gardens
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$17,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$3,500 to US$12,000 as a packageAisle estimate
- Included
- A coordinator, ceremony space, reception space, catering, drinks and furniture
- Not included
- Rooms
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
Food and drink
- Dietary options
- Special diet menus
- Bar on site
- Yes
Best weather to marry
- January: best
- February: best
- March: best
- April: best
- May: good
- June: out of season
- July: good
- August: out of season
- September: out of season
- October: out of season
- November: good
- December: good
Getting there
- CUN, 120 min by carAisle estimate
- Yes
- Yes
- Yes
Reviews of Bahia Principe Explore Tulum
“This hotel is absolutely beautiful! The hotel staff - especially at the buffet were incredibly friendly and their service was exceptional. Beach and ocean were beautiful. Only complaint is the room.”
4.6out of 5, from 26,073 Google reviews
Questions about the venue
Where a number is our estimate, we say so.
What wedding packages does Bahia Principe Explore Tulum offer?
The resort offers customizable all-inclusive wedding packages that include accommodations, meals, beverages, and entertainment for guests. Specific package details and pricing are available through their dedicated wedding coordinator.
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the venue?
Yes. Multiple indoor and outdoor venues are available, including beachfront terraces, garden areas, and covered pavilions suitable for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners.
Is the beach accessible for ceremonies?
The resort features a private Caribbean beach with direct access. Beachfront ceremony setups are available, though ceremonies are also popular on oceanfront terraces and garden lawns.
What is the guest capacity?
The venue accommodates weddings from 20 to 150 guests, with 367 rooms available on-site for accommodating wedding parties and families.
How far is the resort from Cancun airport?
Cancun International Airport is approximately 90 km north of the resort, with a transfer time of 90-120 minutes by car.
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome cocktail on beachfront terrace
- 7:00 PMRehearsal dinner at resort restaurant
- 3:00 PMWedding ceremony on private beach or oceanfront garden venue
- 4:30 PMCocktail hour with ocean views
- 6:00 PMReception dinner and dancing
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch for departing guests
The venue is one part of the budget. Budget a wedding in Mexico with Aisle’s calculator: it starts from modelled estimates for food and drink, bedrooms, a welcome dinner and suppliers in Mexico, and you can replace each one with a quote.
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Ask about prices and free dates for the month you have in mind. You do not need a fixed date.