Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Seated dinner: 100 guests

“Capacity: Banquet for 80 to 100 guests, cocktail reception for 100 to 200, 29 by 17 meters”

Standing reception: 200 guests

“Weddings here range from two people on the oceanfront terrace to 200 guests at a cocktail reception in L'Orange Room.”

Smallest party taken: 2 guests

“Weddings here range from two people on the oceanfront terrace to 200 guests at a cocktail reception in L'Orange Room.”

Rooms: 130 rooms

“130 rooms and suites for your guests, all on one property”

Room types: 7 listed

“Garden Room”

Legal ceremony on site: Yes

“Costa Rica recognizes civil marriages performed by a lawyer or notary, and the paperwork is lighter than most couples expect.”

Outdoor ceremony: Yes

“Ceremonies happen outdoors, on L'Orange Terrace above the water or on the lawn at Pacific Vista Point, and receptions move into air-conditioned rooms when the evening calls for it, or stay under the string lights when it does not.”

Indoor option if it rains: Yes

“Cocktail hour stays right here as the lanterns come on, and the room behind is the rain plan.”

In-house catering: Yes

“Our wedding coordinator builds a proposal around your guest count, venue and menu, covering the ceremony and reception spaces, catering, guest rooms, and the coordination of outside services such as photography and flowers.”

Dietary options: Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free

“Our chef has incorporated many vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options into our menus but please inform us of any dietary needs or restrictions in advance, and our culinary team will ensure your dining experience meets your needs.”

Bar on site: Yes

“Parador offers its guests an array of five inviting pools: Two are located in our central area, welcoming families, adults, and children alike, and featuring a swim-up bar.”

Price: From US$1,500 venue fee

“What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season? $1,500”

Off-season price: From US$500 venue fee

“What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season? $500”

Venue fee: US$1,500

“What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season? $1,500”

Included: A coordinator and furniture

“Which of the following are included in the starting site fee? Event Planning Flatware Glassware Linens Parking Tables”

Pets: No

“Parador is a pet-free resort to ensure the comfort of all our guests and maintain the natural ecosystem.”

Children: Yes

“Parador is perfect for families, with amenities like mini-golf, family suites, and activities for children of all ages.”

Nearest airport: SJO, 150 min by car

“SJO”

Parking: Yes

“Yes, we offer complimentary parking that is safe and convenient for our guests.”

Step-free access: Yes

“We have specially designed rooms and amenities for guests with disabilities to ensure a comfortable stay.”

Guest transport: Yes

“Guests stay at either resort and move between the two on the free shuttle.”

Event spaces: Banquet room

“Meeting/banquet facilities”

Reception indoors: Yes

“The largest indoor space on the property, with its own terrace over the gardens for the cocktail hour.”

Reception outdoors: Yes

“Ceremonies in the late afternoon, long tables and string lights after dark.”

Space for dancing: Yes

“Custom lighting, a dance floor, and the kitchen next door.”

Swimming pool: Yes

“Parador offers its guests an array of five inviting pools: Two are located in our central area, welcoming families, adults, and children alike, and featuring a swim-up bar.”

Sea view: Yes

“Parador sits on the Punta Quepos promontory with the Pacific Ocean on one side and 12 acres of rainforest on the other, a few minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park.”

Beach on foot: Yes

“Just a short stroll from our resort, discover the enchanting Biesanz Beach!”

Gardens: Yes

“Romantic garden settings perfect for intimate gatherings”

Private grounds: Yes

“Nobody has to leave the grounds unless they want to.”

Coordinator on the day: Yes

“Twelve oceanfront acres on the Punta Quepos point, an award-winning resort, and one coordinator who handles everything from the license to the last dance.”