Grenada Wedding Packages: What's Actually Bundled in 2026
Wedding packages in Grenada range from a USD $1,200 elopement to a USD $35,000+ luxury weekend — but two packages at the same price can include wildly different things. Here's how to read the fine print and pick a tier that actually matches your day.
The short answer
Most Grenada wedding packages bundle the venue, officiant, basic florals, cake and photography for 2 hours — but exclude the marriage licence (EC $300), guest accommodation, dinner reception, and anything over the standard hour window. Real 2026 pricing runs USD $1,200–$3,000 for elopements, $4,500–$9,000 for intimate (under 20 guests), $12,000–$22,000 for classic (30–60 guests) and $25,000–$35,000+ for luxury.
What's almost always bundled
Venue setup, officiant, signing table, basic floral arch, one cake tier, 2 hours of photography and a marriage-licence walk-through with the planner.
What's almost always extra
The EC $300 licence fee itself, dinner reception, guest room nights, extra photo hours, premium florals, live music, and any guest count over the package cap.
Where couples overspend
Upgrading on-site after arrival, adding a videographer late, going over the bar tab, and assuming the package includes a full dinner when it only covers a toast.
What a Grenada wedding package actually includes
Every resort, villa and independent planner in Grenada sells a wedding package — and the brochure photo always looks the same: a couple barefoot in front of a white floral arch, glasses of rum punch in hand. What that photo doesn't tell you is that the package usually buys you the arch, the officiant, a small cake, an hour of photography and a single hour of venue access. Anything that turns it into a wedding day — dinner, dancing, the photographer staying past sunset, the bar staying open — is quoted separately. Reading a package literally, line by line, is the only way to know what you're really paying for.
Local 2026 packages split into four real tiers. Elopement covers just the couple plus two witnesses and runs USD $1,200–$3,000 — venue, officiant, signing, a small bouquet and 30–60 minutes of photos. Intimate packages (up to ~20 guests) sit at $4,500–$9,000 and add a short cocktail reception. Classic packages (30–60 guests) are where most destination weddings land, $12,000–$22,000, with a real dinner, two-tier cake and a planner-coordinated day. Luxury weekends ($25,000–$35,000+) layer in welcome dinners, multi-day events, premium florals, videography and full vendor management.
What makes Grenada packages distinctive is how unbundled they are compared to Cancun or DR. Resorts here will swap items, hold back what you don't want, and let you bring outside vendors with a 'service charge' (usually 15–20% of the outside invoice). That flexibility is the upside — but it means two quotes at the same headline price can include wildly different things. Ask for the inclusions in writing before you compare, and always confirm whether the EC $300 marriage-licence fee is inside or outside the number on the contract.
The four package tiers, side by side
Pricing reflects what local resorts, villas and independent planners are actually quoting in 2026 — not 2019 brochure rates. Every tier assumes a Monday–Thursday wedding; weekend dates add 10–20%.
Elopement
Just the two of you (+ 2 witnesses)
Pros
- Cheapest legal path — book in 3 weeks
- Most resorts comp the room if you stay 5+ nights
- No vendor coordination required
Trade-offs
- No reception or dinner included
- Photography usually capped at 30–60 minutes
- Witnesses sometimes provided by resort, sometimes not
Best for
Couples who want the legal day without the production — vow renewals also fit here.
From USD $1,200
Intimate
Up to ~20 guests
Pros
- Includes a short cocktail or canapé reception
- 1–2 hours of photography typical
- Easy to host at a single villa or restaurant
Trade-offs
- Sit-down dinner is usually a paid add-on
- Limited floral and decor scope
- Over 20 guests trips a per-head surcharge fast
Best for
Micro-weddings with close family and best friends — the sweet spot for destination value.
From USD $4,500
Classic
30–60 guests
Pros
- Full plated or buffet dinner included
- Two-tier cake, DJ or 3-hour music slot
- Planner coordinates the entire wedding day
Trade-offs
- Guest count caps often hidden in fine print
- Bar usually a separate per-hour or consumption charge
- Outside vendors add 15–20% service fee
Best for
Most destination weddings — where Caribbean wedding budgets actually land.
From USD $12,000
Luxury
Multi-day, 50+ guests
Pros
- Welcome dinner + rehearsal + ceremony + farewell
- Premium florals, live band, videography
- Dedicated planner and on-site coordinator
Trade-offs
- Total contract often 2–3× the headline price
- Service charge and tax (15–18%) tacked on at end
- Most luxury venues require a 50% non-refundable deposit
Best for
Couples treating the wedding as a 3-day guest experience, not a single afternoon.
From USD $25,000
What's actually included by tier
Use this as a checklist against any quote you receive. 'Included' means it ships inside the headline price; 'extra' means it's a line-item add-on that often surprises couples post-deposit.
| Inclusion | Elopement | Intimate | Classic | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venue (ceremony location) | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Officiant / minister | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Marriage licence help (filing assist) | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Marriage licence fee (EC $300) | Extra | Extra | Extra | Extra |
| Photographer hours | 30–60 min | 1–2 hours | 4–6 hours | 8+ hours |
| Floral arch + bouquet | Bouquet only | Basic arch | Premium arch | Custom design |
| Wedding cake | Cutting cake (1 tier) | 1 tier | 2 tier | 3+ tier |
| Dinner reception | Extra | Cocktails only | Plated / buffet | Multi-course plated |
| Guest room nights | Extra | Extra | Extra | 1–2 nights for couple |
| Airport / ceremony transport | Extra | Extra | Couple only | All guests |
| Videography | Extra | Extra | Extra | Included |
| Bar tab | Extra | Extra | Extra (per hour) | Open bar 3–4 hrs |
Standardised against quotes from five Grenada providers in June 2026. Specific inclusions vary — always confirm in writing.
A typical Classic package: 30 guests, real numbers
This is what most couples in the $15K–$20K bracket are actually spending in Grenada in 2026 — a 30-guest wedding at a south-coast resort or boutique hotel, Wednesday or Thursday date.
Classic package base (resort or boutique)
Venue, officiant, ceremony setup, 2-tier cake, 4 hrs photography, basic florals
$8,500 – $12,000
Plated dinner upgrade (30 guests)
Typically $70–$110 per head for 3-course local cuisine
$2,100 – $3,300
Bar package (3 hours, open)
Per-head bar; cocktail bar packages cost more
$900 – $1,500
DJ or live trio (3 hours)
Local DJ at the low end; steel pan or jazz trio at the high
$650 – $1,200
Marriage licence + filing
EC $300 licence fee converted to USD, plus minor filing fees
$200 – $280
Service charge + VAT
10% service + 15% VAT layered onto F&B and venue lines
$1,400 – $2,500
Estimated total
Excludes guest room blocks, attire, rings and pre-wedding events
$13,750 – $20,780
Ten questions to ask before you sign
Every couple we talk to says they wish they'd asked these in writing before paying the deposit. Send the list to your shortlisted providers and compare like-for-like.
- Is the EC $300 marriage-licence fee inside or outside the quoted price?
- What's the exact guest count cap before per-head surcharges kick in?
- Are service charge (typically 10%) and VAT (15%) already in the headline number or added at invoice?
- How many hours of venue access does the package buy — and what's the per-hour overtime rate?
- Can we swap items we don't want (e.g. floral arch) for a credit, or are inclusions fixed?
- If we bring an outside photographer or florist, what's the service fee on their invoice?
- What's the rain plan, and does triggering it cost extra?
- How much is the deposit, and what portion is non-refundable if we postpone?
- What's the cancellation policy if a guest count drops materially (e.g. someone can't get a visa)?
- Is there a force-majeure clause covering hurricanes, and does it allow a date move at no charge?
Local tips most providers won't volunteer
Off-season discounts are real — ask twice
Most providers quietly discount packages 10–20% for May, June and early December bookings. Quote the standard rate first, ask 'what's your low-season equivalent?' and watch the price drop. September and early October are even cheaper but carry residual hurricane risk.
Sandals' 'free wedding' is not actually free
All-inclusive resorts advertise complimentary ceremonies if you book a minimum stay (usually 5+ nights for the couple plus a room block). The ceremony is free; the licence ($112 USD), photography upgrade, dinner reception, and anything above 'basic' florals are not. Read the inclusions PDF — not the landing page.
Upgrade in writing before arrival, never on site
On-island upgrades cost 30–50% more than the same item priced before you fly in. If you think you might want videography, a longer photo block or a premium cake, lock it into the contract before deposit. Once you're standing at reception in a wedding dress, you have no leverage.
Deposits are usually 30–50% and rarely fully refundable
Plan for a 30–50% non-refundable deposit at contract signing, balance due 30 days before. The good news: most reputable Grenada planners will move the date once at no charge for weather or genuine emergency — but get that clause written in, not implied.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'free wedding' actually mean at Grenada resorts?
All-inclusive resorts like Sandals advertise a complimentary ceremony when you book a minimum stay — typically 5+ paid nights for the couple. The 'free' part covers the ceremony setup, officiant and a small cake. The marriage-licence fee (USD $112), photography beyond 30 minutes, dinner reception, premium florals and anything above the base package are charged separately.
How much do guest room blocks really cost on top of a package?
Most Grenada resort packages do not include any guest rooms — only the couple's room is sometimes comped. Budget USD $250–$600 per room per night for guests in 2026, depending on resort tier. A 30-guest wedding typically needs 12–15 rooms for 4 nights, adding $12,000–$36,000 outside the package price itself.
Can a Grenada wedding package be customised, or are inclusions fixed?
Most local providers allow item swaps — drop the floral arch, upgrade the cake, change the menu — but very few will credit you cash if you remove an item. Independent planners and boutique hotels are more flexible than big chains. Always negotiate swaps before signing; on-site customisation costs 30–50% more.
What's the deposit and timing structure for a Grenada wedding package?
Expect a 30–50% non-refundable deposit at contract signing and the balance due 30 days before the wedding. Luxury venues sometimes require 50% upfront. The marriage licence itself requires 3 working days' residency before the ceremony date — book travel accordingly.
What's the refund policy if we have to cancel a Grenada wedding?
Standard policy is the deposit (30–50%) is non-refundable, with the balance returned if you cancel more than 60 days out. Inside 30 days, you typically forfeit 100%. Most reputable providers allow one date move at no charge for weather or genuine emergency — get this clause in writing. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Can a wedding package be split across two venues — ceremony and reception?
Yes, most independent planners and many resorts will quote a split-venue package — for example a beach ceremony at Magazine Beach plus a reception at a private villa. Expect a transport line-item (USD $250–$800), a second venue fee, and a service charge if the reception venue isn't part of the planner's preferred-vendor network.
Is the marriage licence included in Grenada wedding packages?
Almost never. The EC $300 (USD $112) licence fee is paid directly to the Ministry of Legal Affairs in St. George's and is consistently quoted as an 'extra' or 'government fee' in every Grenada package. What is usually included is the planner's help filing it — driving you to the ministry and walking you through the 3-day residency requirement.
Plan the rest of your Grenada wedding
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