Tides Oceanfront Resort is a hotel destination wedding venue in 50303, Costa Rica, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate), where a wedding for 80 guests costs about US$21,000 (our estimate), reached from Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR), 90–120 minutes. Best months: January, February, November, December.
Tides Oceanfront Resort
Tides Oceanfront Resort offers a practical advantage for destination weddings: direct beach access eliminates transportation logistics between ceremony and reception.
About Tides Oceanfront Resort
Tides Oceanfront Resort offers a practical advantage for destination weddings: direct beach access eliminates transportation logistics between ceremony and reception.
Located 100 metres south of the Verde Azul Turtle Sanctuary in Junquillal, the property provides oceanfront venues with built-in guest accommodations, reducing coordination across multiple locations.
With a 4.7/5 Google rating, the resort combines on-site lodging capacity with Costa Rican Pacific views for multi-day wedding events.
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We didn’t stay at the resort but had lunch and dinner there a few time based on another Canadian’s recommendation and we are so glad we did! The food was so good, not to mention the view.
Jennifer Byers · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- A wedding for 80 guests
- About US$21,000, rooms extraAisle estimate
- Price
- US$6,000 to US$12,000 for the whole property, per nightAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- LIR, 120 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Oceanfront location in Junquillal with direct beach access for ceremonies and receptions
- Guest accommodations available on-site, simplifying logistics for destination weddings
- Proximity to Verde Azul Turtle Sanctuary allows incorporation of local conservation experiences
- 4.7/5 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction with service and facilities
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon/EveningGuest arrival; welcome reception on oceanfront terrace with sunset views
- 10:00 AMOptional guided tour of Verde Azul Turtle Sanctuary for interested guests
- 5:00 PMCeremony on beach or oceanfront lawn
- 6:00 PM–11:00 PMReception with dinner, dancing, and ocean views; bonfire on beach afterward
- 9:00 AMCasual brunch; guest departure throughout day
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LIR · about 2 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Daniel Oduber International Airport.
- Weather window
- November – February
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 6429 8604
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What makes an oceanfront venue practical for weddings?+
Guests stay on-site, eliminating transfers between ceremony, reception, and accommodations. Tides handles all logistics internally, reducing coordination with external vendors and simplifying the planning process.
Can we incorporate the nearby turtle sanctuary into our wedding experience?+
Yes. The Verde Azul Turtle Sanctuary is 100 metres away. Many couples arrange guided tours or conservation activities for guests during multi-day celebrations.
What's the capacity range at Tides Oceanfront Resort?+
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests, with flexible indoor and outdoor spaces. Specific capacity depends on your chosen setup configuration.
Are vendor restrictions in place?+
As a full-service hotel, Tides provides in-house catering and event management. External vendor policies vary; confirm details directly with their events team.
What's the nearest airport and travel time?+
Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR) in Liberia is approximately 90 km away, with a 90–120 minute drive depending on road conditions.
Could this be your venue?
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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.