A Dreams Karibana Cartagena destination wedding puts you inside a private gated community on the Colombian Caribbean coast — just 20 minutes from Rafael Nuñez International Airport and 30 minutes from Cartagena’s UNESCO-listed walled city. The setting is genuinely distinct: lush tropical gardens, a Jack Nicklaus signature 18-hole golf course, a beach club with its own pool and restaurant, and nighttime beach parties that are hard to replicate anywhere else in the region.
The resort’s five wedding venues span an extraordinary range — from the intimate Presidential Suite with its private outdoor setting, to the open-air Garden that holds up to 600 ceremony guests, to the Alcazar Ballroom, one of the largest indoor wedding spaces in the Caribbean. The Unlimited-Luxury® model means your guests never open a wallet once they arrive, which makes group travel here genuinely easy to coordinate.
With nearby excursions to the Rosario Islands, Barú, and the fortified old city — plus an on-site golf course, five swimming pools, and a full-service spa — Dreams Karibana gives your guests a real destination vacation. 10kWedding knows this property and will make sure your group gets the most out of it.
From the open-air Beach Club to the grand Alcazar Ballroom — click any photo to view the full gallery for each venue.
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 300 |
| Cocktail | 300 |
| Reception | 300 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 600 |
| Cocktail | 600 |
| Reception | 400 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 100 |
| Cocktail | 100 |
| Reception | 50 |
Minimum stay in the Presidential Suite required to use this venue.
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 180 |
| Cocktail | 200 |
| Reception | 100 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 800 |
| Cocktail | 800 |
| Reception | 400 |
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| Venue | Ceremony | Cocktail | Reception | Venue Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Club | 300 | 300 | 300 | Included |
| Garden | 600 | 600 | 400 | Included |
| Presidential Suite | 100 | 100 | 50 | Included† |
| Torre Ballroom | 180 | 200 | 100 | Included |
| Alcazar Ballroom | 800 | 800 | 400 | Included |
† Presidential Suite venue requires a minimum stay in the suite. Confirm current requirements with the resort wedding coordinator.
All venue names, capacities, and fees shown are for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice by the resort. Capacities may vary based on setup style and décor. Venue fees are confirmed at time of reservation. Confirm all details with the resort wedding coordinator or your 10kWedding specialist prior to booking.
Wedding package details, inclusions, and complimentary package eligibility shown are for informational purposes only and are subject to change without notice by the resort. Package availability is subject to blackout dates and resort-specific restrictions. Nothing shown constitutes a binding offer. Confirm all current details with the resort wedding coordinator or your 10kWedding specialist before booking.
Dreams Karibana sits within the Karibana Club — a private gated enclave on Cartagena’s northern coast, roughly 12 km from the city center. The location gives you genuine seclusion without sacrificing access. The historic walled city and its restaurants, nightlife, and cultural sites are a 30-minute drive, and Rafael Nuñez International Airport is just 20 minutes away.
The resort’s on-site Jack Nicklaus golf course runs alongside both tropical forest and oceanfront holes. The nearby Rosario Islands, Barú Island, and Cholón Island are popular day trips for wedding guests — all reachable by boat, with arrangements available through the resort concierge.
One of the shortest airport transfers of any all-inclusive in the region. Private transfers and taxis both available.
Cartagena’s colonial center — colonial plazas, boutique restaurants, and centuries of history. The resort runs a complimentary shuttle 3x daily.
One of the seven wonders of Colombia — the largest fortification built in the Americas during the Spanish colonial period.
Crystal-clear Caribbean water, coral reefs, and white sand. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat tours arranged through the concierge.
A narrow peninsula island with Playa Blanca — one of the most photographed beaches in Colombia. A popular group day trip.
Jack Nicklaus signature 18-hole course — front 9 through tropical forest with artificial lakes, back 9 along the oceanfront.
Cartagena de Indias is a genuinely different destination wedding location — a UNESCO World Heritage city on the Colombian Caribbean coast with a strong African cultural heritage, vivid colonial architecture, and one of the most dramatic old cities in the Americas. The climate stays warm year-round, averaging 87–89°F, with the drier months running November through April.
For couples who want a destination that genuinely surprises their guests — one with real history, real culture, and Caribbean beaches — Cartagena delivers. Your group will spend the week between beach time, city exploration, and island excursions, and they’ll leave with stories that don’t sound like anyone else’s wedding trip.
A dedicated beach club with its own pool, two bars, and a restaurant right on the Caribbean. Four additional pools on the main property — including one reserved for Preferred Club guests — plus a kids pool, spa pool, and hot tub.
The Karibana Golf Course wraps around the resort property — front 9 through tropical forest with six artificial lakes, back 9 along oceanfront cliffs. Available to guests at seasonal rates; special packages available for wedding groups of 12 or more.
Open 8 AM–6 PM, the spa features 10 single and double treatment cabins, a beauty salon, steam room, sauna, and a relaxation pool. Body treatments, massages, and facials blend indigenous Colombian techniques with contemporary methods. The wedding couple’s spa packages include hydrotherapy access.
Non-motorized water sports, kayaks, sailing, beach volleyball, and snorkeling give guests an active beach day. Scuba diving and bike tours are available at an additional cost. The resort’s complimentary shuttle to the Walled City runs three times daily for guests who want to explore the city.
Live shows every evening, themed beach parties at the Beach Club, and a music lounge (Rendezvous) open until 1 AM. The resort’s beach club comes alive at night — outdoor parties with live music are a signature feature that guests from non-beach destinations consistently highlight.
Fully supervised kids programming (ages 3–12) runs 9 AM–9 PM with arts and crafts, video games, beach movies, and camp-style activities — all staff are Red Cross CPR-certified. The Core Zone (ages 13–17) runs 10 AM–10 PM with foosball, pool tables, and social programming. Babysitting available through the concierge.
Preferred Club guests receive personalized check-in, access to a private lounge with continental breakfast, afternoon snacks, fine liquors, and exquisite desserts daily. They also receive pool concierge and bar service, upgraded minibar and bath amenities, computer access in the lounge, and spa and shopping discounts.
Dreams Karibana is one of the few all-inclusive resorts that welcomes small dogs (under 22 lbs / 10 kg) in select room categories for $65 USD per night. Dog amenities, waste bags, and feeding supplies are provided. Vaccination records required at check-in. Contact the resort directly to confirm room availability for guests traveling with pets.
King bed. Furnished terrace overlooking the hotel garden and golf course. Oversized bathroom with rain shower, bathtub, double vanities, and a private beauty station. Max 3 guests.
King or two double beds. Furnished terrace with partial Caribbean views. Rain shower, bathtub, double vanities, and beauty station. Connecting rooms available. Max 4 guests.
King bed with furnished balcony overlooking the resort gardens. Full Preferred Club amenities including private lounge access, upgraded minibar, and pool concierge service. Max 3 guests.
King or two double beds with a furnished terrace and full Caribbean views. The most popular room category for wedding couples and VIP guests. Connecting rooms available. Max 4 guests.
Bedroom with king or two double beds connected to a separate living area with sofa bed and half bath. Direct terrace access with ocean views. Full bathroom with rain shower, bathtub, and double vanities. Max 4 guests.
King bed suite with a dedicated living area with sofa bed, half bath, and dining area. Large terrace with seating. Oversized bathroom with double sinks, rain shower, and soaking tub. Max 4 guests.
King bed suite facing the Caribbean, with living area, sofa bed, half bath, and dining room. Large terrace equipped for outdoor seating. Oversized bathroom with double sinks, rain shower, and bathtub. Max 4 guests.
Ground-floor king suite with direct terrace access to a private plunge pool surrounded by tropical gardens. Living area, sofa bed, half bath, dining room, and oversized bathroom with double sinks and soaking tub. Max 4 guests.
Prime oceanfront position with a large terrace and seating area. King bed, kitchenette, living area with sofa bed, and a dining room. Oversized bathroom with double sinks, rain shower, and a second bathroom. Max 4 guests.
Ground-floor suite with a private plunge pool and tropical garden views. King bed, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, and living area with sofa bed. Oversized bathrooms with double sinks and soaking tub. Also serves as the Presidential Suite venue. Max 4 guests.
The resort’s largest suite — a prime oceanfront position with a large terrace, living room, dining area, and one bedroom with king bed plus two double beds. Double-sink bathrooms and a separate guest bathroom. Minimum 2 adults required. Max 6 guests (5 adults).
À la carte seafood specialties served at the beach club. A genuinely open-air experience with a capacity of 100 — worth reserving for a private wedding dinner event. Lunch and dinner daily.
Gourmet Italian à la carte in an air-conditioned room with optional outdoor seating. Seats 120. One of the top dinner picks for wedding groups who want a restaurant night off-property from the main event.
À la carte grilled cuts, fresh fish, and burgers in a casual outdoor setting. Seats 90. Open for both lunch and dinner — a relaxed option after a day at the beach or on the golf course.
A broad international and Colombian buffet open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Air-conditioned with outdoor seating available. Seats 180–200 — the practical anchor for large groups eating together. Open 7 AM–11 PM.
Premium coffee, pastries, and ice cream in a relaxed café setting. Open 7 AM–11 PM — the morning meeting point for guests before a day at the beach or in the city.
Burgers, hot dogs, and wood-fired pizza served directly at the pool from 11 AM–6 PM. The casual midday option that keeps guests out of the sun without giving up a lounger.
Restaurant names, cuisine types, and dining descriptions are for informational purposes only and subject to change without notice. The resort may add, remove, or modify dining concepts, hours, and reservation policies at any time.
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