A Sun Palace destination wedding delivers something that few Cancún properties can: a genuinely adults-only environment where every element of the resort has been designed with couples in mind. Located at the Hotel Zone — just 10 minutes from the international airport — Sun Palace occupies a prime beachfront position with Caribbean views from nearly every room and three infinity pools that step down to the sea.
The resort’s 252 suites all feature private balconies and double whirlpool tubs, a combination that means your guests arrive to something worth celebrating. From the North Beach to the intimate Peninsula Terrace to the grand Caribbean Terrace for up to 120 guests, there are six distinct venue settings available — each appropriate for a different vision and guest count.
Sun Palace is part of the Palace Resorts family, one of Mexico’s most established luxury all-inclusive brands. The on-property wedding team works within a structured package system that covers everything from ceremony florals to private receptions, and 10kWedding’s established relationship with Palace properties means we can help your group get the most from every detail of the process.
From an intimate peninsular terrace to a beachfront setting for 160 — click any photo to view the full gallery for each venue.
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 50 |
| Cocktail | 160 |
| Reception | 120 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 30 |
| Cocktail | 30 |
| Reception | 20 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 40 |
| Cocktail | 60 |
| Reception | 30 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 120 |
| Cocktail | 120 |
| Reception | 80 |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | — |
| Cocktail | 100 |
| Reception | — |
| Event | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Ceremony | 200 |
| Cocktail | 250 |
| Reception | 180 |
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| Venue | Ceremony | Cocktail | Reception | Venue Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Beach | 50 | 160 | 120 | Included |
| Peninsula Terrace | 30 | 30 | 20 | Included |
| Tratto Terrace | 40 | 60 | 30 | Included |
| Caribbean Terrace | 120 | 120 | 80 | Included |
| Ballroom Foyer | — | 100 | — | Included |
| Ballroom † | 200 | 250 | 180 | Included |
† The Ballroom is Sun Palace’s largest event space and the only venue with full air conditioning and built-in rain backup. It seats up to 200 for a ceremony, 250 for a cocktail reception, and 180 for a seated dinner. The Convention Center (3,318 sq. ft.) accommodates up to 180 guests banquet-style.
Room Night Thresholds: Complimentary package eligibility is based on cumulative paid room nights — 30 nights earns a one-hour private cocktail, 60 nights earns a two-hour private event, and so on up to 300+ nights for unlimited private events. Your 10kWedding specialist can walk you through exactly what your group size qualifies for.
Sun Palace sits at the southern end of Cancún’s Hotel Zone with one of the most direct airport connections in the area. The drive from Cancún International is a straight shot down Blvd. Kukulcan with no toll highways or transfers required.
Palace Resorts provides scheduled bus transportation to Wet n’ Wild and Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort for guests looking for day-trip options within the Palace family.
Direct route via Blvd. Kukulcan — no tolls or transfers.
City markets, local dining, and the main commercial district.
A popular excursion option for wedding groups; ferry from Puerto Juárez.
Palace Resorts offers guided group tours as an optional excursion.
Sun Palace’s position in the Hotel Zone keeps it convenient for groups flying in from across North America while placing it past the busiest commercial stretch of the strip. Most guests can be at the resort within 10 minutes of landing.
The Hotel Zone’s lagoon-to-ocean geography means the resort has beach access on one side and the calm waters of Nichupté Lagoon nearby for fishing and watersport excursions. For guests who want to explore beyond the pool deck, Cancún’s shopping, entertainment, and local dining scene is a short cab or bus ride up the boulevard.
Every amenity at Sun Palace was designed for an adults-only environment — no scheduled kids’ activities, no splash pads, just a resort calibrated for guests who are here to relax and celebrate.
A tiered pool deck steps down toward the Caribbean. The swim-up bar serves your guests from 10 AM to 6 PM without ever leaving the water.
Ten treatment rooms offering massages, facials, body wraps, and hydrotherapy. Spa packages are available for wedding couples and their parties, with percentage discounts built into select wedding packages.
A full gym with cardio and strength equipment. Open daily so guests can keep up with their routines between wedding events and beach time.
Kayaking, snorkeling, and paddleboarding are included in the all-inclusive rate. The Caribbean beachfront gives guests direct access without booking excursions.
The activities team runs a full daily schedule — beach games, water aerobics, cooking demonstrations — alongside nightly entertainment in the resort’s main venue.
Arranged transportation to Riviera Cancún Golf Course and Moon Spa & Golf Club. Golf packages can be organized through the Palace Vacation Planners desk for interested guests.
Full dining service delivered to every suite around the clock. A useful anchor for wedding couples on the morning of the ceremony or for guests with late arrivals.
The Palace Vacation Planners desk handles local excursion bookings, transportation coordination, and tour reservations — so guests can plan their week without leaving the lobby.
All rooms at Sun Palace include a private balcony, double whirlpool tub, and ocean or garden views. The resort’s 252 suites span five categories, topped by the Concierge Level with enhanced service and in-suite amenities.
Breakfast and lunch as an international buffet; evenings transition to a Mexican gourmet à la carte menu. Dress code applies at dinner — long pants, collared shirt, and shoes required.
Outdoor terrace venue serving Italian à la carte at dinner. Dress code applies — long pants, collared shirt, and shoes required. One of the resort’s most atmospheric evening settings.
Steaks and fresh seafood à la carte beside the pool. Wet clothes or uncovered swimwear not permitted. Dinner service only — one of the resort’s premium dining choices.
First-floor outdoor lounge serving Asian hors d’oeuvres and a sushi bar alongside an Oriental à la carte dinner menu. Wet clothes or uncovered swimwear not permitted.
The resort’s social hub with tea service from 5–7 PM. Open from morning through late evening — the default gathering point between meals and events.
In-pool bar service on the main pool deck. Available through the afternoon — the anchor for guests spending the day poolside.
Bar service with snack delivery to all pools, plus a light meals à la carte menu. Keeps guests fed and hydrated without leaving the pool deck during the afternoon.
Booking your Sun Palace destination wedding through 10kWedding connects you to specialists who have worked directly with Palace Resorts properties and know exactly how the group room block, package threshold system, and on-property coordination fit together. We don’t just hand you a brochure — we manage the pieces that couples typically find most stressful.
From the first venue inquiry through the final room assignment, our team handles the communication between you, your guests, and the resort. That means fewer emails in your inbox, a cleaner guest experience, and a coordinator who’s already spoken to the right people on property before your wedding week begins.
We combine the technology of a modern booking platform with the expertise of a dedicated travel specialist who has been inside these resorts, met the coordinators, and knows what matters on wedding day.
Our planning services are 100% free to couples.
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