Getting Married at Moon Palace Cancun: A Complete Guide for Indian Weddings

Planning a destination Indian wedding in Mexico? If you’ve been dreaming of a lavish multi-day celebration with beaches, ballrooms, and big baraats, Moon Palace Cancun is likely already on your radar.

This all-inclusive luxury resort is one of the most sought-after venues for Indian weddings in the Riviera Maya — and for good reason. But before you get too far into the planning, here’s everything you should know about hosting your wedding at Moon Palace, especially as an Indian couple coming from the US, Canada, or the UK.

A stunning wedding celebration at venado beach, Moon Palace Cancun

Why Indian Couples Choose Moon Palace Cancun

Moon Palace isn’t just a resort — it’s a wedding powerhouse. The property is massive, with three main sections (Sunrise, Nizuc, and The Grand), each offering its own pools, restaurants, and distinct vibe. This gives couples plenty of flexibility to host multiple events in different locations — without ever needing to leave the resort.

Here’s why it’s such a popular pick for Indian weddings:

• Plenty of Space for Multi-Day Events: Whether you’re planning a Haldi on a garden terrace, a Sangeet under the stars, or a grand ceremony with hundreds of guests, Moon Palace has versatile venues to handle it all.

• Familiar With Indian Traditions: The resort has hosted countless Indian weddings and is familiar with customs like baraats, mandaps, pheras, Anand Karaj, and Mehndi nights.

• All-Inclusive Luxury: With dozens of restaurants, pools, and activities, your guests will be well taken care of. And with all food and drinks included, there’s one less thing for you to manage.

  

  A stunning floral setup for a beach ceremony at Tucan beach, Moon Palace Cancun

  
  

Available Wedding Venues at Moon Palace

Moon Palace offers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate every event in your Indian wedding — from pre-wedding rituals to the main ceremony and reception. With the three resort sections (Sunrise, Nizuc, and The Grand), each venue provides a unique ambiance.

🌴 Outdoor & Terrace Venues

• Moon Light Terrace (Sunrise): Scenic open-air terrace often used for wedding ceremonies, especially at sunset.

• Lake Terrace (Nizuc): A favorite for Sangeet nights, with lakefront reflections and ample room for dance.

• Venado Terrace (Nizuc): Versatile and semi-private — ideal for welcome parties, Sangeet, Haldi, or even intimate ceremonies.

• Cusco Terrace (The Grand): A chic, semi-private terrace often used for small ceremonies, cocktail receptions, or post-wedding brunches.

  

  Moonlight terrace offer a unique palms backdrop overlooking the oceam

  
  

🏖️ Beach Venue Options

• Beachfront Ceremony Areas (Sunrise, Nizuc, and The Grand): These sandy spaces are perfect for Hindu, Sikh, or Christian wedding ceremonies, with the Caribbean Sea as your backdrop. Fully customizable with mandaps, floral arches, or chuppahs.

• Pre-Wedding Beach Events: Couples often host Haldi on the beach, bonfire welcome parties, or casual barefoot celebrations steps from the ocean.

  
  

🌿 Gazebos & Garden Spaces

• Bugambilias Gazebo (Nizuc): Commonly used for Haldi ceremonies or intimate rituals. The lush greenery and shade make it perfect for daytime events.

• Tucan Gazebo (Nizuc): Often used for wedding ceremonies, but not on the beach — it’s surrounded by palm trees and gardens for a peaceful, secluded vibe.

• Grand Gazebo (The Grand): Most often used for Haldi ceremonies, this venue offers a structured and elegant garden setting.

• Lily Gazebo (The Grand): A smaller, tucked-away garden gazebo ideal for private rituals or micro ceremonies.

  

  The bugambilias gazebo is a perfect spot for Haldi as they have AC and is spacious enough for large party

🌺 Garden & Lounge Spaces

• Lirios Garden (The Grand): A peaceful tropical garden, perfect for Haldi, Mehndi, or a pre-wedding brunch.

• Caribbean Lounge (The Grand): A beachfront cocktail lounge that’s great for welcome events, after-parties, or intimate evening receptions.

  
  

💃 Ballrooms & Indoor Venues

• Sunrise Ballroom: A flexible indoor venue with air-conditioning, perfect for Sangeets, receptions, or as a rain backup.

• The Grand Ballroom: Sleek, upscale space for a luxury reception or formal dinner.

• Moon Palace Convention Center (Sunrise): The go-to for very large Indian weddings. Capable of hosting hundreds of guests across multiple functions under one roof.

  

  Moon Palace The Grand has a lot of beautiful spots for pictures like The Library

But Here’s the Catch: Vendor Restrictions at Moon Palace

While Moon Palace Cancun

is an incredible resort, it’s very restrictive with outside vendors, which is an important factor for Indian weddings that require multiple creative professionals.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Only Personal Vendors Are Allowed: You’re allowed to bring a limited number of personal vendors, such as your photographer, videographer, or makeup artist, as long as they meet the resort’s requirements.

• All AV, Florals, and Decor Must Be In-House: Services like audiovisual, florals, lighting, and décor must be booked through Moon Palace’s in-house vendors — no outside companies are allowed for these categories.

• Vendor Fees & Insurance Apply: Even for allowed vendors, Moon Palace requires proof of liability insurance and charges a vendor access fee.

At Saptapadi Studio, we are fully insured and have all the necessary paperwork and permissions to work at Moon Palace. We've successfully photographed Indian weddings here and know exactly how to navigate the resort’s policies, so your experience is smooth and stress-free.

Tucan beach at Moon Palace offers a beautiful view of the Caribbean sea

Real Moments, Real Memories — Our Approach at Moon Palace

When you choose Saptapadi Studio, you’re not just getting photo and video coverage — you’re getting visual storytellers who specialize in capturing real emotions, candid moments, and meaningful cultural layers.

We’ve photographed Haldi events in garden gazebos, vibrant Sangeets by the lake, and heartfelt ceremonies on terraces and beaches. Our goal is to be as invisible as possible during the action, while always ready with a camera in hand to document the moments you’ll want to remember forever.

Our portrait sessions are relaxed and guided with humor, so you never feel awkward. And when the party kicks off? We’ll be right there in the action, catching every joyful dance move and teary-eyed toast.

Emotional moment at a Hindu wedding, Moon Palace The Grand

Final Tips for Couples Considering Moon Palace

• Book Early: Moon Palace is busy year-round. Secure your date and preferred venues as early as possible.

• Ask About The Grand: This section offers upgraded amenities and more privacy, perfect for the couple or close family.

• Choose Vendors Who Know the Venue: It makes a difference. Experience with Moon Palace means faster setup, better coordination, and fewer surprises.

• Watch Out for Customs: Foreign photographers flying into Mexico may be stopped at customs and face delays or denied entry for carrying professional gear. Hiring a local studio like us avoids this risk entirely.

  
  

Let’s Create Something Unforgettable at Moon Palace

We know Indian weddings. We know Moon Palace. And we know how to tell stories that your family will cherish for generations.

Let’s talk about how we can bring your vision to life — with vibrant, emotional, and artful photography and videography that feels just like you.

🌺 See the Magic in Action

Want to know what an Indian wedding at Moon Palace Cancún really looks like? Explore our featured weddings — from welcome parties to fireworks under the stars — and see how couples like celebrated their love here.

Devina + Rishabh - Hindu wedding at Moon Palace Cancun