Sundial Beach Resort & Spa is a resort destination wedding venue in Sanibel, United States, hosting 250 at dinner and 300 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$34,000 (our estimate). Best months: February, March, November, December.

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Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa sits on the island of Sanibel, on the Gulf coast, with both outdoor ceremony space and an indoor backup plan.

Guests
250 at dinner · 300 standing
Venue website
Cost
About US$34,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Venue website
Season
Best weather Feb–Mar
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Getting there
RSW · about 50 min by car
Aisle estimate

About Sundial Beach Resort & Spa

Sundial Beach Resort & Spa sits on the island of Sanibel, on the Gulf coast, with both outdoor ceremony space and an indoor backup plan.

The resort holds up to 300 standing guests across its conference space and banquet hall, and in-house catering handles everything from the salad course to a customized wedding cake.

Wedding packages run from 198 to 260 USD per head and include two butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, a stationed hors d'oeuvre, four hours of Call Brand open bar, two signature drinks and a champagne toast.

Accommodation runs from one-bedroom suites for four to a Partial Gulf View Three Bedroom sleeping up to eight, so families can stay on site.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Seated dinner
250 guests
Standing reception
300 guests
Smallest party taken
2 guests

Staying over

Room types
6 listed

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes
Indoor option if it rains
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$34,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$198 to US$260 per head
Included
Two butler-passed hors d’oeuvres and one stationed hors d’oeuvre, Four hours of Call Brand open bar, Two signature drinks, Champagne toast, Salad course, Artisan bread and European butter, Plated or buffet dinner, Customized wedding cake, Cake cutting service, White floor-length linens and white napkins, Sundial Signature centerpiece, Dance floor for indoor locations, Sweetheart table and Setup and breakdown of venue-supplied items

House rules

Pets
No
Children
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
RSW, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Conference space and banquet hall
Reception indoors
Yes
Reception outdoors
Yes
Space for dancing
Yes
Indoors or out
Both
Setting
Island, modern, relaxed

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
Dietary options
Health-conscious
Bar on site
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Standing capacity for 300 guests, with a conference space and a banquet hall on site
  • Packages priced 198 to 260 USD per head, including plated or buffet dinner, wedding cake and cake cutting
  • Four hours of Call Brand open bar, two signature drinks and a champagne toast included
  • Outdoor ceremony with indoor backup, plus in-house catering and health-conscious menu options

Best weather to marry

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Costs and booking details

Getting there
RSW · about 50 min by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into RSW.

Weather window
February – March

The months the weather is kindest, with November and December mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.

Direct line
(866) 565-5093

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

How many guests can the venue hold?+

The resort accommodates up to 300 standing guests, using its conference space and banquet hall.

What is included in the wedding package price?+

Packages range from 198 to 260 USD per head and include two butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and one stationed hors d'oeuvre, four hours of Call Brand open bar, two signature drinks, a champagne toast, a salad course, artisan bread and European butter, plated or buffet dinner, a customized wedding cake with cake cutting service, white floor-length linens and napkins, a Sundial Signature centerpiece, a dance floor for indoor locations, a sweetheart table, and setup and breakdown of venue-supplied items.

Can we marry outdoors, and is there a wet weather plan?+

Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are offered and an indoor backup option is available.

What accommodation is available for guests?+

Room types include Courtyard View One Bedroom and Partial Gulf View One Bedroom (up to 4 guests each), Two Bedroom Courtyard View and Partial Gulf View Two Bedroom (up to 6), and Partial Gulf View Three Bedroom (up to 8).

How do we get there and can we book?+

The nearest airport is RSW, which we estimate is about 50 minutes away, and parking is available on site. To enquire, call +1 866-565-5093 or see sundialresort.com/events/weddings.

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Sources and booking notes

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Venue wedding information

Sources for individual venue facts
  • Seated dinner: 250 guests

    “Our Sundial Ballroom can seat up to 250 guests making it the ideal venue for your wedding reception.”
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  • Standing reception: 300 guests

    “Entertain up to 300 guests with Sundial’s 20,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor meeting and event space”
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  • Smallest party taken: 2 guests

    “Designed for 2 to 15 guests, with additional guests up to 20 guests max”
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  • Room types: 6 listed

    “Partial Gulf View One Bedroom”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Exchange vows in a beautiful island setting, with ceremony options on Turtles Beach, Hibiscus Lawn, or directly on the Gulf.”
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  • Indoor option if it rains: Yes

    “Indoor backup location in case of inclement weather”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Choose from an array of offerings including health-conscious, regional, specialty, and traditional menus, plus our special Island-inspired selections.”
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  • Dietary options: Health-conscious

    “Choose from an array of offerings including health-conscious, regional, specialty, and traditional menus, plus our special Island-inspired selections.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Turtle’s Tiki Bar, located on the main pool deck, serves up a delicious menu of island favorites plus frosty cocktails at the bar and poolside patio.”
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  • Price: US$198 to US$260 per head

    “Starting at $198.00 per person”
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  • Included: Two butler-passed hors d’oeuvres and one stationed hors d’oeuvre, Four hours of Call Brand open bar, Two signature drinks, Champagne toast, Salad course, Artisan bread and European butter, Plated or buffet dinner, Customized wedding cake, Cake cutting service, White floor-length linens and white napkins, Sundial Signature centerpiece, Dance floor for indoor locations, Sweetheart table and Setup and breakdown of venue-supplied items

    “Two butler-passed hors d’oeuvres and one stationed hors d’oeuvre”
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  • Pets: No

    “PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Afterwards, splash into fun at our large main pool, complete with water slide for the kids and relaxing hot tub for adults to unwind after a day of island adventures.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Complimentary parking”
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  • Event spaces: Conference space and banquet hall

    “Conference space”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Whether you’re imagining an intimate ceremony on the beach or an elegant ballroom reception for all of your family and friends, our experienced wedding planning team can ensure your vision becomes a reality.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “For an outdoor affair, Turtle’s Beach provides a private hedged beach location overlooking the Gulf.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “- Dance floor for indoor locations”
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  • Indoors or out: Both

    “Sundial Beach Resort & Spa’s expansive event facilities include over 20,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event and meeting space.”
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  • Setting: Island, modern, relaxed

    “On the barrier island of Sanibel off the Southwest Florida Gulf Coast, Sundial Beach Resort & Spa is a unique tropical island destination with miles of shell-strewn beaches.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Afterwards, splash into fun at our large main pool, complete with water slide for the kids and relaxing hot tub for adults to unwind after a day of island adventures.”
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  • Sea view: Yes

    “Sundial offers multiple event spaces including the main beach and a beach reception area, garden area, Gulf-front terrace, and ballrooms with panoramic views.”
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  • Beach on foot: Yes

    “Guests enjoy low-rise condominiums offering easy beach access.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “Voted the Best Event Facilities on Sanibel & Captiva Islands, Sundial offers an array of venues including indoor spaces with breathtaking Gulf views, fully-equipped board rooms, tropical gardens, private beach areas, and outdoor terraces.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Your Catering Sales Manager can assist with menu planning, vendor selection, timeline coordination, ceremony and processional planning, as well as set up of venue-provided components.”
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