Excellence Oyster Bay
Excellence Oyster Bay opened in 2004 on Jamaica's Oyster Bay Peninsula as an all-inclusive resort designed to capture the natural beauty of Falmouth's coastline.
Excellence Oyster Bay is a hotel destination wedding venue in Falmouth, Jamaica, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Montego Bay Donald Sangster International Airport (MBJ), Approximately 60 minutes by car. Best months: January, February, March, April.
About Excellence Oyster Bay
Excellence Oyster Bay opened in 2004 on Jamaica's Oyster Bay Peninsula as an all-inclusive resort designed to capture the natural beauty of Falmouth's coastline.
The property underwent extensive renovations to establish itself as a premier destination wedding venue, featuring beachfront settings and multi-venue options across 800 acres.
Today it operates as a 4.9-rated Google property offering comprehensive wedding packages with on-site accommodations for 150+ guests.
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Love love love Excellence Resort in Jamaica. The resort is beautiful, the staff wonderful and attentive, many options for restaurants and the entertainers are so talented.
cybele grier · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MBJ, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 800-acre beachfront property on Oyster Bay Peninsula with direct Caribbean Sea access
- All-inclusive resort accommodating up to 150 wedding guests with room-and-board options
- Multiple ceremony and reception venues including beach pavilions, garden settings, and indoor ballrooms
- 4.9 Google rating based on guest reviews for service and venue aesthetics
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome reception by the beach
- 6:00 PMRehearsal dinner or casual meet-and-greet at resort restaurant
- 10:00 AMBride and groom preparation (spa services, styling on-site)
- 4:00 PMCeremony on beach pavilion or garden venue
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour and photo session
- 7:00 PMReception dinner, dancing, and entertainment in ballroom or beachfront venue
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch before guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MBJ · Approximately 60 minutes by car
Guests fly into Montego Bay Donald Sangster International Airport.
- Typical total
- $15,000–60,000+Aisle estimate
Pricing is all-inclusive and accounts for accommodations, meals, drinks, and basic coordination. Upgrades (premium alcohol, private events, spa services, photography packages) incur additional costs. Request detailed proposal for exact figures.
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$15,000–$60,000+ for 50–100 guests with 2-night stay
- Ceremony fee
- $1,500–3,500Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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$1,500–$3,500 depending on venue selection and guest count
- Reception
- $150–300 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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$150–$300 per person (all-inclusive food, beverage, entertainment)
- Room rate
- $200–500 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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$200–$500 per room (varies by season and room category)
- Weather window
- January – April
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- (876) 617-0200
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What is the earliest year the venue can accommodate bookings?+
Availability varies by season. Contact Excellence Oyster Bay directly through their website or phone for current booking calendar and lead time requirements.
Does the venue provide wedding coordination services?+
Yes. The property offers full-service wedding planning and coordination as part of their destination wedding packages, including setup, catering, and vendor management.
Are there restrictions on outside vendors?+
The all-inclusive model encourages use of in-house services (catering, florals, entertainment). Inquire about outside vendor policies when requesting a proposal.
What is the guest capacity range?+
The venue accommodates ceremonies and receptions for 20–150+ guests depending on venue selection and layout preferences.
Is transportation from Montego Bay airport included?+
Airport transfers are typically available through the resort; confirm inclusion in your package or arrange separately. Transfer time is approximately 1 hour from MBJ.
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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.