Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Cheeca Lodge & Spa sits on the sea in Islamorada, a coastal resort with an elegant feel and a restored character.
Cheeca Lodge & Spa is a resort destination wedding venue in Islamorada, United States, hosting 788 at dinner, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$47,000 (our estimate). Best months: January, February, March, November.
About Cheeca Lodge & Spa
Cheeca Lodge & Spa sits on the sea in Islamorada, a coastal resort with an elegant feel and a restored character.
The property holds up to 750 standing guests across indoor and outdoor spaces, with outdoor ceremonies on offer and in-house catering handling the food and drink.
Accommodation runs from Resort Bungalows and Beach Bungalows for two through to Resort View Two Bedroom Suites sleeping up to eight, so wedding parties of mixed sizes can stay on site.
Meeting and banquet space, on-site parking and accessible facilities round out the practical side, and the resort publishes its wedding information at cheeca.com/weddings.
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Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 788 guests
- Standing reception
- 750 guests
- Smallest party taken
- 13 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 244 rooms
- Room types
- 26 listed
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$47,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$175 to US$325 per headAisle estimate
- Venue fee
- US$4,000
House rules
- Pets
- Yes
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MIA, 90 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
- Guest transport
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Space for dancing
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Coastal, restored, elegant
The place
- Swimming pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Beach on foot
- Yes
- Gardens
- Yes
Services
- Coordinator on the day
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Capacity for up to 750 standing guests
- Outdoor ceremonies plus indoor and outdoor event space
- In-house catering, no external caterer needed
- Room types from two-person bungalows to eight-guest Resort View Two Bedroom Suites
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MIA · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into MIA.
- Weather window
- January – March
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (305) 664-4651
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How many guests can Cheeca Lodge & Spa hold?+
The resort accommodates up to 750 standing guests, using both indoor and outdoor spaces including meeting and banquet space.
Can we marry outdoors?+
Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are offered at this coastal, seafront resort, and there is indoor space available as well.
Which airport should guests fly into?+
The nearest airport is Miami International (MIA). We estimate the transfer takes around 90 minutes.
What is the likely cost per guest?+
We estimate roughly USD 150 to 300 per head. Contact the venue on +1 305-664-4651 or see cheeca.com/weddings for confirmed pricing.
Is catering provided by the resort?+
Yes, catering is handled in-house by Cheeca Lodge & Spa.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 788 guests
“With over 10,000 square feet of space, The Islamorada Ballroom will feature ceiling heights of 17.5 feet, accommodating up to 1,000 guests for receptions and 788 for banquet-style dinners.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 750 guests
“up to 750 guests for receptions”
Read the source for standing receptionSmallest party taken: 13 guests
“13-40 persons”
Read the source for smallest party takenRooms: 244 rooms
“Along with the existing 6,300 square feet of event space, the 27-acre luxury resort in Florida Keys will offer over 16,000 square feet of meeting and event space and a total of 244 guestrooms and suites.”
Read the source for roomsRoom types: 26 listed
“Resort Bungalow”
Read the source for room typesOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Whether you choose to host an intimate reception, a cozy, casual ceremony, or a magical gala on the beach, Cheeca Lodge & Spa is your ultimate destination for full-service weddings in the Florida Keys oasis of Islamorada.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Enjoy the full-service, fully-customizable wedding and event planning services of our experienced staff including catering, vendor management, décor, and event setup.”
Read the source for in-house cateringBar on site: Yes
“Cheeca Lodge & Spa is home to three world-class restaurants as well as two open-air Tiki Bars, all with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and the choice indoor or outdoor seating.”
Read the source for bar on siteVenue fee: US$4,000
“What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season? $4,000”
Read the source for venue feePets: Yes
“If your family includes a furry friend, please inquire about our dog friendly accommodations.”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“The hotel also includes three restaurants, a signature retail store, a spa, the Camp Cheeca kids camp, six tennis courts, a 9-hole golf course and a 525 foot fishing pier.”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“Parking”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“Accessibility Features”
Read the source for step-free accessGuest transport: Yes
“Available services include planning assistance, bartending and catering, and shuttle transportation.”
Read the source for guest transportEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesReception indoors: Yes
“If you prefer to be inside, the Bougainvillea Ballroom features elegant details for a stunning venue.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“Whether you choose to host an intimate reception, a cozy, casual ceremony, or a magical gala on the beach, Cheeca Lodge & Spa is your ultimate destination for full-service weddings in the Florida Keys oasis of Islamorada.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsSpace for dancing: Yes
“You can dance the night away at the Sunrise Ballroom & Terrace, a sophisticated setting with plenty of room for dinner and dancing.”
Read the source for space for dancingIndoors or out: Both
“INDOOR/OUTDOOR VENUE SPACES”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Coastal, restored, elegant
“At Cheeca Lodge & Spa, the pursuit of leisure extends far beyond the ordinary, promising a blend of thrilling activities, unparalleled relaxation, luxurious accommodations, and exceptional dining within the embrace of our 27-acre oceanfront Islamorada resort.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: Yes
“Facilities 9-Hole Par-3 Golf Course, 525 Foot Fishing Pier, Spa, Fitness Center, Three Restaurants, Two Tiki Bars and a Lobby Bar, Signature Retail Store, Camp Cheeca Kids Camp, Six Lighted Tennis Courts, Three Swimming Pools, Saltwater Lagoon, Water Activities Visit Website Opportunities”
Read the source for swimming poolSea view: Yes
“Exquisite outdoor space for up to 120 guests that boasts beautiful oceanfront views.”
Read the source for sea viewBeach on foot: Yes
“Of course, being steps from a private, white-sand beach means that water-based exploits take center stage.”
Read the source for beach on footGardens: Yes
“Within 27 acres of beautifully manicured tropical flowers and palms, wedding parties and guests enjoy unparalleled Florida Keys ceremonies and celebrations, creating magical memories to last a lifetime.”
Read the source for gardensCoordinator on the day: Yes
“DEDICATED WEDDING SPECIALIST”
Read the source for coordinator on the day