Moon Palace Jamaica sits directly on the water in Ocho Rios with nine distinct wedding venues — from a 20-person intimate gazebo to a beachfront ceremony setup that holds 200 guests with cocktail capacity scaling to 600. The resort’s footprint is large enough to keep your group entirely self-contained: beach, pools, restaurants, and evening entertainment all without leaving the property.
Moon Palace Jamaica’s wedding model is built around your room block. Secure 30 room nights and private event time is included automatically — no separate package purchase required. Hours scale with your group: 9 private event hours across up to 3 days at 76 nights, 15 hours at 153 nights, and unlimited event days at 300 nights. Every tier also includes complimentary rooms and upgrades for the couple, wedding credit earned per paid night, and free stays for kids and teens 17 and under.
Legal weddings in Jamaica require both partners to be on the island for three business days before the ceremony, with documents sent to the resort coordinator at least eight weeks before arrival. That planning timeline starts early, which is where 10kWedding earns its value: we’ve navigated Jamaica’s documentation process dozens of times and know exactly how to keep your guests on track from room block sign-up to ceremony day.
From the intimate South Gazebo perched at the water’s edge to the expansive South Beach hosting 200 guests for a ceremony and 600 for cocktails — click any photo to view the full gallery for each venue.
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 200 |
| Cocktail | 600 |
| Reception | 480 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 150 |
| Cocktail | 600 |
| Reception | 350 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 100 |
| Cocktail | — |
| Reception | — |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 30 |
| Cocktail | 80 |
| Reception | 40 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 20 |
| Cocktail | 40 |
| Reception | 40 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 20 |
| Cocktail | — |
| Reception | — |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 12 |
| Cocktail | 50 |
| Reception | 30 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | — |
| Cocktail | 120 |
| Reception | 40 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | — |
| Cocktail | — |
| Reception | — |
Capacity varies by configuration. Contact your 10kWedding specialist for current ballroom availability and setup options.
Take a video tour of Moon Palace Jamaica’s wedding venues before you visit.
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| Venue | Ceremony | Cocktail | Reception | Venue Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Beach | 200 | 600 | 480 | Included |
| Starlight Terrace | 150 | 600 | 350 | Included |
| North Gazebo | 100 | — | — | Included |
| North Deck | 30 | 80 | 40 | Included |
| Sun Garden | 20 | 40 | 40 | Included |
| South Gazebo | 20 | — | — | Included |
| South Deck | 12 | 50 | 30 | Included |
| Pier 8 Terrace | — | 120 | 40 | Included |
| Ballrooms† | — | — | — | Included |
† Ballrooms: Capacity varies by configuration and event setup. Contact your 10kWedding specialist for current availability and capacity details.
Book as few as 30 room nights and Moon Palace Jamaica includes a complimentary symbolic ceremony and private event time — no separate package purchase required. Each tier up unlocks additional private event hours, wedding credit, and complimentary rooms as your group grows.
Moon Palace Jamaica sits directly on the main strip of Ocho Rios — Saint Ann Parish, on Jamaica’s north coast. The property has immediate beach access, and the surrounding town puts your guests within reach of some of Jamaica’s most visited natural attractions without needing to travel far.
Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay is approximately 90 minutes by road — the most common arrival point for North American guests. Kingston’s Norman Manley Airport is roughly 2.5 hours by car for those flying in from other origins. Private transfers can be arranged for groups arriving together, and the resort’s wedding team coordinates arrivals for large groups when notified in advance.
Montego Bay’s Sangster International is the primary arrival hub for North American and European wedding guests.
Jamaica’s most iconic waterfall — a natural limestone staircase that guests climb together. A natural group excursion option.
Aerial bobsled, zip lines, and panoramic Jamaica views — a family-friendly excursion minutes from the resort.
Crystal-clear natural pools and rope swings in the Jamaican rainforest — a striking day trip for adventurous guests.
Historic limestone caves with a subterranean lake — a unique Jamaica experience accessible for all fitness levels.
Kingston’s international airport for guests arriving from Caribbean connections or South American routes.
Ocho Rios sits at the center of Jamaica’s north coast tourism corridor — close enough to major attractions to keep your guests busy, far enough from the typical resort cluster to give your group its own space. The town has a distinct energy: lush mountain backdrop, working harbour, and a waterfront that gives way directly to the resort strip.
For legal weddings, Jamaica requires both partners to be on the island for three full business days before the ceremony. The practical implication: encourage your guests to arrive at the start of the week and stay through the weekend. That window also creates the most natural programming — a welcome cocktail, a mid-week excursion, rehearsal dinner, wedding, and send-off brunch — all within the same property.
The resort’s Main Street, Ocho Rios address puts guests within walking distance of shopping and dining in town for guests who want to explore, while the all-inclusive format keeps everything they need — food, drinks, entertainment, beach — directly on property.
Everything your Moon Palace Jamaica destination wedding guests need for a full Jamaican vacation — included with every room.
Palace Resorts’ all-inclusive format covers dining across multiple à la carte restaurants and a main buffet, so guests never need to plan around a menu or worry about additional charges at mealtimes. ⚑ Verify exact restaurant names and count with resort dining guide.
Multiple bars operate across the resort from beach service to lobby bar to late-night entertainment venues. Palace Resorts properties include top-shelf spirits throughout, with nightly live shows and themed entertainment programming for groups.
Multiple pools including a lazy river give your guests a genuine resort experience rather than a single pool shared by the entire property. Pool areas are spread across the grounds to reduce crowding even at high group occupancy.
Direct beach access on the calm waters of the north Jamaican coast, with beach chairs, service, and water sports launching from the same stretch of sand your guests will spend their downtime on.
Full spa facility with treatment rooms, couples services, and salon for hair and beauty. Bridal party prep services are available through the resort’s wedding team and coordinate directly with event-day timing. ⚑ Confirm spa name and full menu with resort.
The Flowrider® Double Wave Simulator gives guests a surf experience without leaving the resort. Non-motorized water sports are included — kayaks, paddleboards, snorkeling. Palace Discoveries offers curated excursions (diving, boating, cultural tours) at additional cost.
The Dreamery program and a dedicated kids-only pool give younger guests their own space. Teens have separate programming, and the resort’s family room categories accommodate up to 7 guests. Kids and teens ages 17 and under stay free for qualifying wedding groups.
Live entertainment runs every evening — shows, themed nights, and a vibrant club that keeps the celebration going after dinner. Five pools include a dedicated children’s pool and swim-up bar options. The fitness center and outdoor activities round out the daytime offering.
All 10 room and suite categories are all-inclusive. Entry rooms start at 301 sq ft with resort or ocean views; suites scale up to 646 sq ft for connecting family configurations and two-bedroom presidential layouts.
Entry room with resort views and the full all-inclusive amenity set — the standard choice for wedding guests looking for a solid room at the right price.
Step up from the standard entry room with a private balcony and slightly more space — a popular mid-tier option for couples and small families in the group.
Entry room with direct views of Ocho Rios Bay — the same footprint as the Deluxe Resort View but facing the water, giving guests a Caribbean horizon from their room.
Ocean views plus a private balcony — the most requested standard category for wedding guests who want an upgrade without moving into suite pricing.
Couples-only ocean-view room with upgraded premium liquor service and exclusive beach area access — the natural choice for the couple themselves within the group block.
Ground-floor suite that opens directly onto a private patio with jacuzzi and ocean views — a distinctive option for VIP guests who want outdoor living space at their door.
The resort’s primary junior suite category — significantly more space than the deluxe rooms, with jacuzzi, a private ocean-view balcony, and 4 accessible configurations available.
Spacious ocean-view suite with jacuzzi and elevated finishes — a strong choice for parents of the couple or key family members who want a premium room without a multi-bedroom layout.
Two connecting rooms with a king in one and two doubles in the other — the resort’s family configuration, accommodating up to 7 guests across the combined 646 sq ft layout.
The resort’s top suite — two bedrooms, two private balcony jacuzzis, and panoramic ocean views with upgraded premium cocktail service throughout the stay.
Entry room with resort views and the full all-inclusive amenity set — the standard choice for wedding guests looking for a solid room at the right price.
Step up from the standard entry room with a private balcony and slightly more space — a popular mid-tier option for couples and small families in the group.
Entry room with direct views of Ocho Rios Bay — the same footprint as the Deluxe Resort View but facing the water, giving guests a Caribbean horizon from their room.
Ocean views plus a private balcony — the most requested standard category for wedding guests who want an upgrade without moving into suite pricing.
Couples-only ocean-view room with upgraded premium liquor service and exclusive beach area access — the natural choice for the couple themselves within the group block.
Ground-floor suite that opens directly onto a private patio with jacuzzi and ocean views — a distinctive option for VIP guests who want outdoor living space at their door.
The resort’s primary junior suite category — significantly more space than the deluxe rooms, with jacuzzi, a private ocean-view balcony, and 4 accessible configurations available.
Spacious ocean-view suite with jacuzzi and elevated finishes — a strong choice for parents of the couple or key family members who want a premium room without a multi-bedroom layout.
Two connecting rooms with a king in one and two doubles in the other — the resort’s family configuration, accommodating up to 7 guests across the combined 646 sq ft layout.
The resort’s top suite — two bedrooms, two private balcony jacuzzis, and panoramic ocean views with upgraded premium cocktail service throughout the stay.
Dining details below require verification against the current Moon Palace Jamaica dining guide before publishing.
⚑ Verify: Italian à la carte restaurant. Dinner service. Confirm hours, capacity, and reservation requirements.
⚑ Verify: Asian and Japanese cuisine. Confirm dishes, teppanyaki availability, dinner hours, and capacity.
⚑ Verify: Mexican and Latin grill cuisine. Confirm menu style, hours, and indoor/outdoor seating.
⚑ Verify: Seafood and Caribbean cuisine with local catches. Confirm hours, capacity, and menu format.
⚑ Verify: International buffet with global cuisines. Confirm breakfast, lunch, and dinner hours, and capacity.
Booking your Moon Palace Jamaica destination wedding through 10kWedding is fundamentally different from booking direct or through a general travel agent. We specialize exclusively in destination weddings — and Moon Palace Jamaica’s room-nights model, Jamaica’s legal documentation requirements, and Palace Resorts’ group agreement process are things we navigate every week, not occasionally.
We know how to structure your room block to maximize complimentary event hours, how to sequence Jamaica’s documentation requirements so nothing falls through the cracks eight weeks out, and how to advocate with the resort’s group sales team when your needs require flexibility. That knowledge doesn’t come from a brochure — it comes from having been in these rooms, on this beach, and at this resort’s coordinator meetings firsthand.
We combine the technology of a modern booking platform with the expertise and personal care of a dedicated travel specialist who has been inside these resorts, met the coordinators, and knows what matters on wedding day.
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