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The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain

Set in the Sonoran desert outside Marana, Arizona, The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain hosts weddings both indoors and outdoors, with seated dining for up to 260 guests and standing receptions for up to 400.

The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain is a resort destination wedding venue in Marana, United States, hosting 260 at dinner and 400 standing, where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$38,000 (our estimate).

Guests
260 at dinner · 400 standing
Venue website
Rooms
253 rooms
Venue website
Cost
About US$38,000 for 80 guests
Aisle estimate
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Venue website
Getting there
TUS · about 35 min by car
Venue website

About The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain

Set in the Sonoran desert outside Marana, Arizona, The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain hosts weddings both indoors and outdoors, with seated dining for up to 260 guests and standing receptions for up to 400.

In-house catering covers the full reception, from four butler-passed hors d'oeuvres and a soup or salad first course through the entree, traditional wedding cake, sparkling wine toast and a 3-hour Silver Bar Package.

Accommodation ranges from king guest rooms with canyon, ridge or mountain views and balconies to two-bedroom casitas and premier suites sleeping up to seven, so families and wedding parties can stay on property.

We estimate transfers from Tucson International Airport (TUS) take around 45 minutes.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Seated dinner
260 guests
Standing reception
400 guests

Staying over

Rooms
253 rooms
Room types
40 listed

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes

Money

A wedding for 80 guests
About US$38,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
Price
US$185 to US$325 per headAisle estimate
Included
Use of Indoor or Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Venue, Butler-passed citrus infused water on arrival, Standard Sound system with two (2) microphones, Audio Technician’s Assistance during the Ceremony, White garden chairs, Use of Indoor or Outdoor Dinner Reception Venue, Staging/risers and dance floor for indoor events (within hotel inventory), Dedicated Meetings and Special Events Professional to partner with You and Your Wedding Planner, Gift Table, Guest Book Table, Complimentary valet parking for bride & groom, Selection of Four Butler-Passed Hors D’oeuvres, Bread and Butter Service, First Course of Soup or Salad, Entrée Course, Traditional Wedding Cake, Coffee and Tea Service, Sparkling Wine Toast, 3-Hour Silver Bar Package and Cocktail and Banquet Tables (72” Round)

House rules

Planner required
Yes
Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

Nearest airport
TUS, 35 min by car
Parking
Yes

The spaces

Event spaces
Banquet room
Reception indoors
Yes
Reception outdoors
Yes
Space for dancing
Yes
Indoors or out
Both
Setting
Desert, modern, elegant

The place

Swimming pool
Yes
Mountain view
Yes

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

Food and drink

In-house catering
Yes
Bar on site
Yes

Venue highlights

  • Seats up to 260 guests for a seated dinner and holds up to 400 for a standing reception
  • Indoor and outdoor ceremony venues, with white garden chairs, a standard sound system with two microphones and an audio technician on hand
  • In-house catering package includes bread and butter service, first course, entree, wedding cake, coffee and tea, sparkling wine toast and a 3-hour Silver Bar Package
  • A dedicated Meetings and Special Events Professional partners with you and your wedding planner

Costs and booking details

Getting there
TUS · about 35 min by carVenue website

Guests fly into TUS.

Direct line
(520) 572-3000

Answered by the venue in local hours.

Questions about the venue

Can we hold the ceremony outdoors?+

Yes. Outdoor ceremonies are available, and the package covers use of either an indoor or outdoor ceremony venue with white garden chairs, a standard sound system with two microphones and an audio technician's assistance during the ceremony.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?+

Up to 260 guests for a seated dinner and up to 400 for a standing reception.

Is catering provided by the resort?+

Yes, catering is in-house. The package includes four butler-passed hors d'oeuvres, bread and butter service, a first course of soup or salad, an entree course, traditional wedding cake, coffee and tea service, a sparkling wine toast and a 3-hour Silver Bar Package.

What is included for the reception setup?+

Use of an indoor or outdoor dinner reception venue, staging/risers and a dance floor for indoor events (within hotel inventory), cocktail and banquet tables (72 inch round), and a gift table and guest book table.

Which airport should our guests fly into?+

Tucson International Airport (TUS). We estimate the transfer takes around 45 minutes.

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Venue wedding information

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  • Seated dinner: 260 guests

    “| Tortolita Ballroom | 89x57x15 | 5000 | 500 | 280 | 80 | 50 | 400 | 260 |”
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  • Standing reception: 400 guests

    “| Tortolita Ballroom | 89x57x15 | 5000 | 500 | 280 | 80 | 50 | 400 | 260 |”
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  • Rooms: 253 rooms

    “The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain features a 253-room luxury resort, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, destination spa with infinity-edged serenity pool and tanning island, family and group activities, multiple restaurants, a 235-foot water slide, and luxury homes at the nearby Residences.”
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  • Room types: 40 listed

    “Executive One-Bedroom King Suite”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Use of Indoor or Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Venue”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Selection of Four Butler-Passed Hors D’oeuvres”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Ignite Lounge & Bar, our hotel restaurant near Tucson, serves classic cocktails, local beers, and iced tea alongside Southwest‑ and Asian‑inspired dishes, all set against mountain views and the inviting glow of a firepit.”
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  • Included: Use of Indoor or Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Venue, Butler-passed citrus infused water on arrival, Standard Sound system with two (2) microphones, Audio Technician’s Assistance during the Ceremony, White garden chairs, Use of Indoor or Outdoor Dinner Reception Venue, Staging/risers and dance floor for indoor events (within hotel inventory), Dedicated Meetings and Special Events Professional to partner with You and Your Wedding Planner, Gift Table, Guest Book Table, Complimentary valet parking for bride & groom, Selection of Four Butler-Passed Hors D’oeuvres, Bread and Butter Service, First Course of Soup or Salad, Entrée Course, Traditional Wedding Cake, Coffee and Tea Service, Sparkling Wine Toast, 3-Hour Silver Bar Package and Cocktail and Banquet Tables (72” Round)

    “Use of Indoor or Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Venue”
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  • Planner required: Yes

    “The resort requires couples to engage a full-service wedding planner to ensure every detail is thoughtfully executed.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Pets are allowed.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Children of any age are allowed.”
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  • Nearest airport: TUS, 35 min by car

    “TUS”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Complimentary valet parking for bride & groom”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Our Marana ballroom offers a luxury wedding venue near Tucson to captivate your guests' wonder”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Host your event on one of our outdoor lawns under a canopy of Palo Verde trees and a starry night”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “Ceremonies transition seamlessly into al fresco cocktail hours beneath glowing skies, followed by dinner and dancing indoors or under the stars, creating a celebration that feels effortless and distinctly Arizona.”
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  • Indoors or out: Both

    “Use of Indoor or Outdoor Dinner Reception Venue”
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  • Setting: Desert, modern, elegant

    “Nestled amidst the serene beauty of Arizona's Sonoran Desert, The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain offers a curated calendar of exclusive events and experiences designed to delight and inspire.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Nestled in the Sonoran Desert at an elevation of 3,000 feet in a canyon setting, guests enjoy an award-winning spa, three swimming pools, a 235-foot water slide, Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf, hiking, biking, stargazing, and five dining options.”
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  • Mountain view: Yes

    “Outdoor venues are overlooked by the beautiful Tortolita Mountains and indoor, luxury meeting space near Tucson features natural daylight and desert views.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Whether celebrating in an elegant ballroom or under an endless desert sky, the experience is navigated by the resort’s wedding advisor with expertise in creating intimate affairs and grand galas as well as cultural celebrations.”
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