Catalonia Grand Costa Mujeres suits small and medium weddings: wedding listings name a beach ceremony site for about 120 guests, the open-air Sea Blue Terrace for about 60, a Garden Gazebo and Cat's Terrace for receptions of about 40. Plan the ceremony about 90 minutes before sunset.
Catalonia Grand Costa Mujeres is a relatively new all-suite resort with a set of venues sized for intimate weddings rather than huge ones. That is good news for photography: when the venue fits the guest count, every frame looks full and warm. Here is how its options compare.
The Resort at a Glance
- ResortAll-suite resort by Catalonia Hotels
- Beach ceremonyAbout 120 guests
- TerracesSea Blue Terrace (about 60), Cat's Terrace (about 40)
- Other sitesGarden Gazebo, Piano Bar
- Beach facesEast over open sea; Isla Mujeres to the south-east
Venue names and capacities come from the resort's wedding listings and change with renovations and packages, so your coordinator's current sheet is the final word.
Where the Ceremony Happens
The beach, about 120 ceremony guests, is the classic option, facing open sea. The Sea Blue Terrace, open-air for up to about 60, adds height and a sea view, our pick for intimate ceremonies. The Garden Gazebo is the sheltered, green alternative for windy days.
For receptions and cocktails, Cat's Terrace holds about 40 and the Piano Bar suits a small, elegant evening.
Sunset and Light by Month
Times for this beach on the 15th of each month in 2027.
| Month | Sunrise | Golden | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 am | 5:54 pm | 6:26 pm |
| March | 6:56 am | 6:27 pm | 6:57 pm |
| May | 6:09 am | 6:47 pm | 7:18 pm |
| June | 6:05 am | 6:58 pm | 7:31 pm |
| July | 6:14 am | 7:01 pm | 7:32 pm |
| September | 6:34 am | 6:21 pm | 6:50 pm |
| November | 6:58 am | 5:34 pm | 6:06 pm |
| December | 7:17 am | 5:35 pm | 6:08 pm |
The beach faces east over open sea, so the sun sets behind the resort and the sand gets soft, even light at the end of the day. Plan the ceremony for roughly 90 minutes before sunset; the portraits then land in the softest light of the day. Mornings have a bonus: in December, the sun comes up from behind Isla Mujeres, across the water.
Bringing Your Own Photographer
One budget line couples often miss: Catalonia Grand Costa Mujeres, like nearly every all-inclusive resort here, charges outside wedding vendors for access to the property. It may be a fixed vendor fee or a per-person day pass, and it changes with the season and the package tier. Ask for it in writing while your contract is still open, and ask whether a second photographer counts separately. Our comparison of resort and outside photographers helps you weigh it.
Weddings in Playa Mujeres, Through Our Lens
Real IVAE Studios weddings and portraits on the Playa Mujeres and Costa Mujeres shoreline, so you can see how this light and water look on camera. They show our work in the area, not necessarily at Catalonia Grand Costa Mujeres.
Coverage and Prices
Our wedding prices are public. Up to four hours of coverage costs 1,800 to 2,800 USD; a full day of eight to ten hours with a second photographer is 3,500 to 5,500 USD; photography plus a wedding film is 5,500 to 8,000 USD. The resort's access charge for outside vendors is separate and paid to the hotel. Your edited gallery arrives within one to three business days.