The Top 6 Most Affordable Wedding Venues in the Florida Keys
If you are looking to find affordable wedding venues in the Florida Keys, you’ve come to the right place! But first, let’s describe “What Does Affordable Mean?” and is it within your budget?
Define Affordable ?
Usually, Affordable and Wedding or Wedding Venues aren’t really in conjunction with each other most of the time, and, if anything, it is the exact opposite when it comes to a Florida Beach Destination Wedding. Now we aren’t going to go into a blog like Nerd wallet discussing obvious cheap wedding venues like the Courthouse or Chapel. We are going to stick to desirable Florida Keys Wedding Venues and locations.
Most Wedding Venues in the Florida Keys will spike up the price whenever you mention the word wedding. Somewhere, somehow, someone wanted to capitalize off two people being in love and it has stuck ever since.
Don’t Despair, we are here to help you find an affordable wedding venue for your and your partner.
Affordable can usually vary depending on one persons budget to another. So here we will strive to focus on price average and price amounts rather than random ball park estimations.
Before we dive into our Top 6 Affordable Wedding Venues in the Florida Keys, it’s good to know that there are several different types of weddings venues.
Ceremony Only Locations
Ceremony Only locations are just that. Ceremony Only. These are going to be your most affordable options. Ceremony only locations are usually at some beautiful public beach parks and they require no site fee at all. These options are great for small (25 – 50 Guests) ceremony only packages and then dinner at a nice restaurant.
Ceremony & Reception Only Locations
Another Affordable Venue option are ceremony and reception wedding venues. These are great venues because they do not require any accommodations to be booked and everything is done directly onsite. Most Ceremony and Reception locations are going to be at Restaurants located directly on the water. These can be best for guest lists averaging at around 50 – 75. Your average site fee at these locations range from $1,500 – $2,000.
Beach Resorts
Beach Resorts go into a little less affordable due to having a higher site fee but also there are several factors to include as well. Most beach resorts will require a “per night” stay allowing you and your guests to stay directly on site which can be alot of fun. The resorts will have a higher site fee most likely, but if they allow you to bring in your own wedding vendors, this is where affordable comes in to play.
Beach Houses
Beach Houses are going to be our least affordable option, however, if you are needing a place to stay, and want to turn your wedding into a long weekend, these popular locations could be a great place. What makes beach houses affordable is that you can have rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and brunch all on site and not have to pay additional site fees.
Our Top 6 Affordable Wedding Venues
1.) Smathers Beach ( Key West, FL)
Ceremony Only Location
Cost to Rent Venue: $0
Average Cost for Wedding: $1,500 – $3,000
Pricing Based on 25 – 100 Guests
Smathers Beach is Ceremony Only Wedding Venue located in Key West, FL. This is a wonderful wedding venue option is perfect for those wanting a little more of an intimate wedding.
Although this venue is very large, We normally do 25 – 50 Guests on average weddings at Smathers Beach in Key West.
This Venue Requires No Site Fee and with our All Inclusive Ceremony Packages, we can arrange weddings starting at $1,500 for 25 guests to $3,000 for 100 guests that includes a beautiful wedding arbor, white padded chairs, officiant, photographer, fresh flowers, and more. That sounds pretty affordable for a wedding!
Please Know that there is no reception space at Smathers Beach, This would be for ceremony only and having dinner at a local restaurant is usually the preferred method for Reception.
For more information on Smathers Beach, check out Everything you need to know about having a wedding at Smathers Beach in Key West, or Click the link below to contact us directly about having your wedding here.
2.) Sombrero Beach (Marathon, FL)
Ceremony Only Location
Cost to Rent Venue: $0
Average Cost for Wedding: $1,199 – $2,299
Pricing Based on 25 – 100 Guests
Sombrero Beach, similar to Smathers Beach in Key West, is another popular Wedding Venue located in Marathon, Florida.
This spacious venue is perfect for 50 guests and under.
This Venue Requires No Site Fee and with our All Inclusive Ceremony Packages, we can arrange weddings starting at $1,199 for 25 guests to $2,299 for 100 guests that includes a beautiful wedding arbor, white padded chairs, officiant, photographer, fresh flowers, and more.
Please Know that there is no reception space at Sombrero Beach, This would be for ceremony only and having dinner at a local restaurant is usually the preferred method for Reception.
For more information or if you are interested in having your wedding here at this affordable wedding venue, use the button link below to contact us!
3.) Islamorada Fish House
Ceremony & Reception Only Location
Cost to Rent Venue: $1,500 – $2,500
Average Cost for Wedding: $5,000 – $8,000
Pricing Based on 50 Guests
For a Wedding Venue that includes everything, from site fee, ceremony chairs, reception dinner, bar, and an unbelievable Sunset view. This wedding venue is hitting top 3 in affordability.
This spacious venue is perfect for 25 – 75 guests. Although we have done everything from Elopements to over 100 guests.
This venue requires a small site fee, but includes so much for the site fee. Items like tables, chairs, linens, and even a newly renovated bridal suite to get ready in, and an indoor plan b or reception dinner location.
With wedding packages averaging around $5,000 – $8,000 for ceremony, reception dinner, open bar, appetizers, and dessert, this is sure to be in competition with palm trees and a sunset view.
4.) Amoray Dive Resort
Beach Resort
Cost to Rent Venue: $1,000 – $1,500
Average Cost for Wedding: $5,000 – $7,000
Pricing Based on 50 Guests
If wanting a place where alot of your guests can stay on site, Amoray Dive Resort is a great location. Perfect for smaller wedding amounts but a great location to have ceremony, reception, and be able to stay several nights. This venue has great amenities, and as you can see, a spectacular view.
This wedding venue is perfect for 25 – 50 guests.
This venues site fee starts at $1,000 and caps at $1,500. Making it one of our most affordable beach wedding venues at a Resort location.
With our All Inclusive Package starting at $2,199 for 25 guests. Your under $5,000 for an event that will be remembered for a life time.
5.) Bayside Inn Key Largo
Beach Resort
Cost to Rent Venue: $2,500
Average Cost for Wedding: $6,000 – $8,000
Pricing Based on 50 Guests
Another affordable option is the Bayside Inn in Key Largo. This is a larger resort style venue that has been recently renovated from top to bottom. Includes a bayfront pool and a great restaurant right next door for convenience.
This wedding venue is perfect for 25 – 50 guests.
This venues site fee caps at $2,500. Making it a very affordable beach wedding venue.
With our All Inclusive Packages starting at $2,199 for 25 guests. You’re in at around $7,000 for an affordable Beach Wedding in the Florida Keys!
6.) Ocean Oasis Islamorada Beach House
Private Beach House
Cost to Rent Venue: $9,500 – $10,500 and Includes Accommodations for seven nights.
Average Cost for Wedding: $14,499
Pricing Based on 50 Guests
Located directly on the beach is one of our last options. While this price point might not seem affordable, for what you get, it definitely puts it on the list. Some highlights for this property is that it is completely private, their “Site Fee” includes accommodations for an entire week for up to 16 guests and it can host over 150 guests for your event.
This wedding venue is perfect for 50 – 150 guests.
This venue rents for the week from Friday to Friday and the fun that ensues feels never-ending. IF you are looking for a destination wedding location, this is what puts this venue on this list.
Having your guests come over for rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception dinner, dancing, and then coming over to hang out at the pool, kayak, paddleboard, fish, all in a private area, this is a venue that will be talked about for many years to come.
While this may not seem like an affordable wedding venue, when you factor in accommodations and venue for the entire week with no extra fees for rehearsal dinner or brunch, this makes our list at number 6.
Other Notable Mentiones
While these are Our Top 6 Most Affordable Wedding Venues in the Florida Keys, below are some notable mentions that didn’t make the list but still offer a great bang for your buck!
Notable Mentions
La Jolla Resort in Islamorada
La Jolla, located in Islamorada in the Florida Keys sits right on the Gulf of Mexico with beautiful beach sunsets. This property has affordable site fees and accommodation rates to host a beautiful wedding.
Dream Bay Resort in Key Largo
Dream Bay Resort is also located on the Florida Bay with amazing Sunset Views. This venue packages their event fee and accommodations all into one price, making this venue affordable for the whole family and private for your wedding event.
Rock Reef Resort in Key Largo
Rock Reef Resort is also located on the Florida Bay with amazing Sunset Views. This venue has a site fee of only $1,500 to have an event here and for the view that you get with it, it’s definitely worth taking a look at.
Didn't see what you're looking for?
While there are many wedding venues to choose from, we feel that these are some great, diverse, and affordable wedding venue options.
If you didn’t quite see what you were looking for, we have plenty of additional Wedding Venues to choose from in our Wedding Venues collection.
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We Strive to meet your expectations and fulfill your dream based on any budget. We have elopement packages for up to 10 guests starting at $299 to full All Inclusive Packages with extras going to $15,000 and everything in between.
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