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



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: BYO
Price: $ • $$ • $$$
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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-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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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 list
Price: $$$
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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-house
Price: $$$
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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-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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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-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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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-house
Price: $$$
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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-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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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-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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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, BYO
Price: $$ • $$$
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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-house
Price: $$ • $$$
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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: BYO
Price: $$ • $$$
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