Top 10 Most Popular Wedding Resorts in 2026 (So Far!)

Halfway through 2026, some resorts are hosting more destination weddings than others meaningfully. Some hold their positions year over year. Others have climbed fast on the strength of new properties, renovations, or standout wedding programming. Here’s our list of the 10 best wedding resorts our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists are booking most often in 2026, across the Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America.

1. Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres

Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres is the family-friendly luxury flagship earning the most enthusiastic reviews from our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists this year — the wedding department here consistently outranks every other property in Mexico for responsiveness and celebration execution. A show-stopping sky terrace ceremony venue, fully customizable à la carte wedding packages that let couples build the exact celebration they want, and Elegance Club upgrades that add butler-service polish. The emerging Costa Mujeres coast just north of Cancun keeps the setting quieter than the main strip while staying in easy reach of the airport. Best for: couples wanting standout venue design, deep customization, and strong all-ages resort infrastructure.

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2. Sandals Royal Bahamian

Sandals has been the go-to Caribbean adults-only brand for wedding couples for decades, and the Royal Bahamian’s private offshore island (Sandals Cay) is the most-photographed setting in the Sandals portfolio. The all-included wedding package program (free wedding with qualifying stays) drives the volume. Best for: couples wanting an all-Sandals wedding week with a distinctive Bahamas setting.

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3. Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana

The adults-only Hyatt flagship at the Cap Cana enclave (just south of Punta Cana) has climbed fast on the strength of its beach location, celebrated dining, and World of Hyatt loyalty benefits for guests. Cap Cana itself is quieter and more exclusive than Bavaro, making it a top pick for couples wanting Punta Cana convenience with a more elevated feel.

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4. Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Grand Velas’s Riviera Maya flagship is the AAA Five-Diamond luxury benchmark for the Yucatan coast. Three distinct property sections (family-friendly Ambassador, adults-only Grand Class, and adults-only Zen Grand) let couples pick the vibe, and the celebrated dining program across nine restaurants keeps wedding-week menus interesting. Best for: luxury-forward couples with mid-to-large guest lists.

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5. Secrets Cap Cana Resort & Spa

The AMR Collection’s adults-only luxury flagship in Cap Cana delivers a wide Juanillo Beach frontage, Preferred Club butler-service upgrades, and celebrated Unlimited-Luxury dining across multiple restaurants. Consistently one of the top 5 most-booked resorts in Punta Cana / Cap Cana. Best for: adults-only couples wanting refined Punta Cana luxury.

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6. Sandals South Coast (Jamaica)

Sandals’ Jamaica flagship on the island’s celebrated south coast anchors a huge share of Jamaica wedding bookings. Overwater bungalows, celebrated Sandals dining, and Jamaica’s simple 24-hour legal-marriage process keep it competitive. Best for: couples wanting an all-Sandals wedding week on Jamaica’s south coast.

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7. Iberostar Selection Playa Mita

The Iberostar Selection-tier flagship on Riviera Nayarit’s Playa Mita beach has climbed fast as Riviera Nayarit itself has grown as a wedding destination. Selection-tier upgrades unlock premium restaurants and spa access, and the Playa Mita setting is quieter and more authentically Mexican than the more crowded Riviera Maya. Best for: couples wanting Mexican coastal culture with polished Iberostar service.

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8. Zemi Miches (Curio Collection by Hilton)

The newest resort on this list, Zemi Miches, opened in 2024 and has climbed the wedding rankings faster than any property we’ve tracked. Fresh design, celebrated dining, and access to the emerging Miches destination on the DR’s northeast coast make it the property couples ask about most when they want something new. Best for: couples wanting to be first to a property their guests haven’t seen a dozen wedding photos from.

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9. Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos

Le Blanc’s Los Cabos flagship is the adults-only luxury benchmark on the Cabo corridor. Full butler service, celebrated Palace Resorts Unlimited-Luxury dining, an award-winning spa, and one of Cabo’s most-photographed pool decks. Best for: luxury-forward couples with West Coast guest lists and a smaller (30 to 60-guest) micro-luxe format.

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10. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana

Hard Rock’s Punta Cana flagship rounds out the top 10 with the deepest amenity list on Bavaro Beach. Nine restaurants, an on-property casino, extensive pool complexes with lazy river, a full teens’ club (for couples with older kids in the wedding party), and the Rock Royalty room categories for adult-forward upgrades. Best for: couples wanting a full-scale resort experience with something for every generation of the wedding party.

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Just Missed the Top 10

• Barcelo Maya Palace: Riviera Maya’s family-friendly luxury workhorse.
• Riu Palace Aquarelle: Riu’s newest Jamaica flagship.
• Dreams Royal Beach Punta Cana: AMR Collection family-friendly favorite.
• Hotel Xcaret Mexico: Riviera Maya’s immersive adventure-park anchor.
• Sanctuary Cap Cana: Marriott Luxury Collection adults-only.

Top Wedding Resorts FAQs

What’s the #1 wedding resort in 2026?

Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres. It’s climbed to the top spot in 2026 thanks to a show-stopping sky terrace ceremony venue, fully customizable à la carte wedding packages, and the most enthusiastically reviewed wedding department in our Specialist network for destination weddings.

Which resort brand books the most weddings?

Sandals leads across brands, thanks to its complimentary wedding package program (free ceremony with qualifying stays) and its Jamaica-and-Caribbean-focused footprint. AMR Collection (Secrets, Dreams, Excellence, Zoetry) is a close second across their portfolio.

Which new resort should I consider for a 2026 wedding?

Zemi Miches (Curio Collection by Hilton) is the newest property in our top 10. It opened in 2024, and its Miches setting (emerging DR northeast coast) delivers postcard aesthetics without the crowds of Bavaro.

Do all these resorts host adults-only and family-friendly weddings?

No. Sandals Royal Bahamian, Sandals South Coast, Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana, Secrets Cap Cana, and Le Blanc Los Cabos are strictly adults-only. Grand Velas Riviera Maya and Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres have both family sections and adults-only sections (Zen Grand at Grand Velas; Elegance Club Sky at Majestic Elegance). Hard Rock Punta Cana and Zemi Miches are family-friendly.

How do I know if a resort will fit our vision?

Your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist will match resort options to your vision (adults-only vs family, luxury vs value, party-forward vs quiet). Every resort on this list has a track record of consistently great celebrations, so the choice comes down to fit rather than quality.

Start Planning Your Destination Wedding Today!

Every resort on this top 10 list is here because it consistently delivers great weddings for our specialists’ couples. If any of these properties catch your eye, we can help you compare them against your specific vision and budget.

Fill out our online wedding planning form, and one of our Certified Destination Wedding Specialists will help you compare resorts, packages, and dates. Your celebration is closer than you think!