Sunshine State Splendor: Florida's 12 Best Luxury Wedding Venues
Let's be real: "luxury" is Florida's middle name. From sprawling resorts set on white sand beaches to lavish manors lined with lush palms, you've got near-endless options for a spectacular, upscale wedding in the Sunshine State. Of course, picking the right luxury venue from among the magnificent many can be tricky, which is where we come in. Check out this shortlist of some of Flordia's most opulent wedding venues.
ORLANDO
ORLANDO
Bella Cosa
Lake Wales, FL
Fab Features: exclusive lakeside estate boasting 11 furnished apartments for a perfect weekend retreat • say "I do" in an intimate courtyard or between two stately oaks—both options offer spectacular lake views • receptions in the ballroom with its massive transom windows, gleaming oak floors, and doors that lead onto the manicured grounds
Catering: BYOPrice: $ • $$ • $$$
Bella Collina
Montverde, FL
Fab Features: Tuscan-inspired event space in the rolling hills of Lake County • the expansive Grand Lawn boasts fountains, soaring cypress trees, and exceptional views of Lake Siena • luxe on-site amenities like restaurants, a championship golf course, and a full-service spa
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
TAMPA BAY
TAMPA BAY
Powel Crosley Estate
Sarasota, FL
Fab Features: sprawling 1920s Mediterranean mansion • exchange vows with a stunning Sarasota Bay backdrop • elegant receptions in the al fresco Bay Side Lawn and Pavilion or the Great Room with grand vintage decór
Catering: Preferred listPrice: $$$
PALM BEACH
PALM BEACH
The Colony Palm Beach
Palm Beach, FL
Fab Features: British Colonial-inspired boutique hotel exudes Palm Beach's relaxed charm • upscale packages include white-glove service, top-shelf cocktails, and mouthwatering food • perfect for wedding weekends, with Worth Avenue's high-end shops, restaurants, and entertainment around the corner
Catering: In-housePrice: $$$
The Ben, Autograph Collection
West Palm Beach, FL
Fab Features: luxe, private rooftop terrace with prime views of the Palm Harbor Marina and Intercoastal Waterway • gallery-like, ultra-polished Studio with high ceilings and walls of windows • fabulous all-inclusive packages feature enticing cuisine, sophisticated mixology, tableside service, and more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
The Boca Raton
Boca Raton, FL
Fab Features: iconic oceanside resort set on 200 acres • choose from 7 unique ballrooms adorned with ornate pillars, graceful arches, and show-stopping chandeliers • luxurious accommodations and fabulous amenities like intimate concerts, romantic 10-course oceanfront dinners, personal shopping excursions, and more!
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
FORT LAUDERDALE
FORT LAUDERDALE
The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fab Features: this posh, beachfront resort is the only Five Diamond property in Fort Lauderdale • the Tropical Pool Terrace and glass-walled promenade seem to float above the blue Atlantic • all-out glamorous receptions in the Grand Ballroom under a canopy of dazzling Hungarian glass crystals
Catering: In-housePrice: $$$
Pelican Grand Beach Resort
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Fab Features: exchange vows with spectacular ocean views, whether on the beach, beside the glittering pool, or on one of the the airy Rooftop Terraces • elegant receptions in the tented Atlantic Pavilion or the chic Everglades Room • upscale resort amenities like water sports, restaurants, a Lazy River, and even al fresco dining with an astrologist!
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
MIAMI
MIAMI
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
Aventura, Florida
Fab Features: beautiful beachfront ceremony site, with the waves at your feet and the Hollywood Boardwalk behind • delectable menus and craft cocktails served among the palms or in the ballroom • cool upgrades include a Bubbly Bar, a Liquid Dessert Bar, and even a personalized Ice Luge!
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
The Glass Venue
Miami, FL
Fab Features: chic, contemporary event venue with dramatic glass walls for an elegant indoor/outdoor flow • the gracious porte-cochere leads to a modern mansion, outfitted with floor-to-ceiling windows • the interior courtyard's velvety lawn and manicured surroundings are a secluded setting for ceremonies and al fresco events
Catering: Preferred list, BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
Acqualina Resort and Residences on The Beach
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida
Fab Features: grand resort on 4.5 acres of stunning beachfront property • outdoor ceremonies on beautiful lawns or soft sand beaches, followed by receptions in the glam European-style banquet hall which opens to a private wraparound terrace • extend the celebration with the property's luxe amenities, like pampering at the spa, a round of golf, nearby fishing, or just frolicking in the waves
Catering: In-housePrice: $$ • $$$
Deering Estate
Miami, Florida
Fab Features: captivating preserve on 450+ lush acres • two beautiful historic homes with an adjacent flagstone courtyard surrounded by landscaped grounds • spectacular panoramic views of Biscayne Bay from the sprawling, royal palm-lined lawn
Catering: BYOPrice: $$ • $$$
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