Hotel IPV Palace & Spa is a hotel destination wedding venue in Málaga, Spain, hosting 450 at dinner and 600 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about €18,000 (our estimate), reached from Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), 45-60 minutes. Best months: April, May, October, November.

Hotel IPV Palace & Spa

MálagaAndalucía, Spain

Hotel IPV Palace & Spa sits directly on Playa del Castillo with immediate beach access, eliminating the need for off-site ceremony logistics.

Guests
450 at dinner600 standing
Rooms
285 rooms
Cost
About €18,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Season
Best weather Apr–MayAisle estimate
Getting there
AGPabout 20 min by car

About the venue

Hotel IPV Palace & Spa sits directly on Playa del Castillo with immediate beach access, eliminating the need for off-site ceremony logistics.

This 4.5-star property offers 200+ guest rooms, full spa facilities, and multiple event spaces that can accommodate ceremonies and receptions without moving vendors between locations.

The beachfront setting in Fuengirola means your ceremony backdrop is guaranteed, no decorative work needed to create ambiance.

  • Beachfront location on Playa del Castillo with direct sand access for ceremonies
  • 200+ on-site guest rooms reduce accommodation coordination for 100+ guest weddings
  • Full-service spa on property for bridal party preparations day-of
  • Multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces with capacity for 20-200 guests

Short answers

How much does a wedding at Hotel IPV Palace & Spa cost?
Aisle estimates about €18,000 for 80 guests. Hire, fees, food and drink. Rooms are extra.
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How many guests does Hotel IPV Palace & Spa hold?
Hotel IPV Palace & Spa holds 450 at dinner and 600 standing.
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Can guests stay at Hotel IPV Palace & Spa?
Yes. 285 rooms.
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When is the best time for a wedding at Hotel IPV Palace & Spa?
Best weather: April – May.
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How do guests get to Hotel IPV Palace & Spa?
Fly into Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP), about 20 min by car.
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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
450 guests
Standing reception
600 guests
Smallest party taken
50 guests

Staying over

Rooms
285 rooms
Room types
9 listed
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No

House rules

Exclusive use required
No

Best weather to marry

Aisle estimate
  1. January: good
  2. February: good
  3. March: good
  4. April: best
  5. May: best
  6. June: good
  7. July: out of season
  8. August: good
  9. September: good
  10. October: best
  11. November: best
  12. December: good
Best weatherGoodFairWeather does not tell you whether a date is free.
Nearest airport
AGP, 20 min by car
Parking
Yes
Phone
952 92 20 00
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Reviews of Hotel IPV Palace & Spa

“A lovely space. From the moment you walk in there is a lovely open reception area. The reception desks, clearly marked and attended with helpful, friendly receptionists. My room was nice and spacious, as was the bathroom.”

Carrie DelaneyRead the whole review on Google

4.5out of 5, from 3,872 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

Can we have the ceremony on the beach?
Yes. The hotel sits directly on Playa del Castillo with beach access. You'll need to coordinate with local authorities regarding beach permits, which the hotel can typically facilitate.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?
The hotel can accommodate 20-200+ guests across multiple event spaces and outdoor areas. Exact capacity depends on ceremony versus reception setup and chosen venues within the property.
What's included in the room rate for overnight guests?
Contact the hotel directly at http://www.hotelipvpalace.com for current package rates, which vary by season and booking date.
Are there restaurants on-site?
Yes. The hotel operates multiple dining venues, which can facilitate rehearsal dinners and guest meals throughout your wedding weekend.
Can the spa accommodate bridal preparations?
The full-service spa can arrange treatments for wedding parties. Book spa services in advance during your venue coordination.

A sample wedding weekend

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Friday · day 01
  • 14:00-18:00Guest arrival, check-in, spa treatments available
  • 19:00Welcome dinner at hotel restaurant
Saturday · day 02
  • 09:00-12:00Bridal party spa services, hair, makeup
  • 16:00Guests arrive at beach ceremony location
  • 17:00Beachfront ceremony
  • 18:30Reception and dinner (indoor or outdoor venue)
Sunday · day 03
  • 11:00Farewell brunch before guest checkout

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Sources and booking notes

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  • Seated dinner: 450 guests

    “Con una capacidad de hasta 450 invitados, completamente diáfanos y techos con una altura de 5,70 metros, además de su impecable decoración, hacen que vuestra boda se convierta en un verdadero cuento de hadas.”
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  • Standing reception: 600 guests

    “Hotel IPV Palace & Spa dispone de 10 salones con luz natural que permiten hasta 16 combinaciones distintas, con una capacidad máxima para 600 personas.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 50 guests

    “50 a 450 invitados”
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  • Rooms: 285 rooms

    “Ofrece 285 habitaciones, incluyendo 3 Junior Suites y 3 Suites, todas orientadas al mar, y muchas de ellas con vistas espectaculares.”
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  • Room types: 9 listed

    “Double Room with Sea View”
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  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “A la hora de alojarse, los invitados disponen de precios especiales.”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “El hotel cuenta con espacios exteriores e interiores con diferentes espacios para celebrar el cóctel, el banquete o la ceremonia.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “El hotel cuenta con espacios exteriores e interiores con diferentes espacios para celebrar el cóctel, el banquete o la ceremonia.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Su cocina de autor, elaborada con materias primas de primera calidad, convierte su oferta gastronómica en única y completamente adaptable a todo tipo de alergias, intolerancias y por supuesto a los gustos de todos los asistentes.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “We make available all our facilities, our Buffet Restaurant “ Doña Lola”, the A la Carte Restaurant “ La Alacena”, the Tapas Bar “ La Taurina”, our magnificent Meeting Rooms, the relaxing Wellness Center, the Beach Club (open seasonally) and our Service to make your stay with us unforgettable.”
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  • Price: From €120 per head

    “Menús desde 120€”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “A la hora de alojarse, los invitados disponen de precios especiales.”
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  • Nearest airport: AGP, 20 min by car

    “AGP”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Aparcamiento: disponen de más de 100 plazas de aparcamiento gratuitas, además de facilidad de aparcamiento en zona muy cercana al hotel.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “El hotel cuenta con espacios exteriores e interiores con diferentes espacios para celebrar el cóctel, el banquete o la ceremonia.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “El hotel cuenta con espacios exteriores e interiores con diferentes espacios para celebrar el cóctel, el banquete o la ceremonia.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Sin duda esta situación, su emplazamiento frente al mar, y las inmejorables condiciones de sus salones para celebrar el banquete o el baile, harán de su evento un éxito.”
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  • Setting: Coastal, modern, elegant

    “El Hotel IPV Palace & Spa \*\*\*\*, ubicado junto al conocido Castillo de Sohail, en primera línea de playa, se distingue por su gran oferta para la organización de todo tipo de eventos y celebraciones.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Disponen de zona ajardinada junto a las piscinas.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “Ofrece 285 habitaciones, incluyendo 3 Junior Suites y 3 Suites, todas orientadas al mar, y muchas de ellas con vistas espectaculares.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “It's location offers quick easy access to amazing beaches, for those who love to feel warm sand between their toes!”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Disponen de zona ajardinada junto a las piscinas.”
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About €18,000for 80 guestsAisle estimate

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