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South Seas in Captiva, Florida is a wedding venue overlooking crystal clear waters and a beautiful beach. Couples are invited to assemble their close friends and family to celebrate with sun, surf, and exceptional service from the resort’s dedicated staff members. Famed for its jaw-dropping views, it is an ideal choice for couples seeking a laid-back beachfront wedding that will leave guests talking. The venue is located off the coast of Fort Myers and Cape Coral and offers a secluded island paradise that is nevertheless accessible without a boat.

Facilities and Capacity

South Seas in Captiva offers incredible event spaces to choose from. With such a choice at their disposal, couples can easily organize the big day of their dreams. They can choose to exchange vows on the beach, with their feet in the sand as well-wishers look on. Due to the venue’s near year-round sunshine, an outdoor reception can be enjoyed into the night. The venue’s most spacious setting, the East Lawn can comfortably welcome up to 500 party-goers. The Bayview Lawn is a complex located within the property itself, and can host receptions up to 250 attendees. The complex features outdoor areas such as the Harbourside Patio, East Lawn and more. There are also several marinas available for those who would like to celebrate with yacht-club style elegance. The venue comes with a range of furniture options, and there is ample parking as well as space for boats.

Services Offered

The South Seas staff is prepared to help couples every step of the way throughout their wedding planning process. They can help to reserve group-bookings of luxurious guest condos. The in-house event organization team can liaise with couples or their own personal planner. Catering can be provided by the talented on site Executive Chef. As the resort that places a premium on its guests’ satisfaction and relaxation, whatever couples wish for they are sure to find.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$10,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$7,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$10,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$7,500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Transportation

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$60

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

50

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Beach
Marina
Resort
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August
September

Reviews of South Seas

Jessy
Jessy Sent on 06/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

A Wedding Dream

SSIR gave us the wedding of our dreams. To start, the venue is beyond stunning. We got married at sunset overlooking the ocean and it truly was breathtaking. If your looking for the look of a tropical destination wedding within the United States, this is your venue. Our wedding coordinator was Christine Coppola and she truly was amazing. She was very responsive with any questions we had, helped us organize all our details, and really made any request we had possible. I HIGHLY recommend South Seas for your dream wedding!
A
Alisa Sent on 11/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection

Most perfect beautiful venue! Highly recommend!!!!
K
Karen Sent on 08/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

A beautiful place for a wedding

South Seas is amazing place for a wedding. We wanted a destination wedding and didn't even have to leave the states for what we wanted! They have numerous spaces for different events. Malissa, the wedding coordinator, was excellent and very professional. She wanted to capture your vision and then some. Everyone who works at South Seas, wanted you to have the best experience. I would highly recommend this resort!
Jenny
Jenny Sent on 01/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Wedding Weekend!

South Seas Island resort has been part of my family's traditions for over 25 years. When it came to picking a location for our wedding weekend, South Seas was our easiest decision. From our first meeting with Malissa, we knew this would be the best place to host our friends and family. Malissa was our South Seas contact and she made the entire experience so incredible! When we needed flexibility to move all of our events outdoors due to COVID, she helped to make our wedding even more amazing than our original plan. The resort has so many incredible locations to host multiple events. We got married right on the beach at Sunset Beach and then our guests traveled in the iconic blue resort trolley to our cocktail hour and reception on King's Crown Lawn. The best part of South Seas is that you have the ability to host multiple events at the resort. We hosted a welcome party and dinner on the beach under the stars and a farewell brunch on the top deck of the resort's waterfront pool. Our guests raved about the food, drinks, staff, and the resort's beauty all weekend long! We are still getting messages from our guests saying they can't wait to travel back to South Seas! If you are looking for a beautiful beach location that is safe (COVID) and fun for all of your guests, South Seas is amazing!
Kimberly
Kimberly Sent on 10/14/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Venue

South Seas was a magical, perfect place for my husband and I to get married for many reasons. Hands down, there is no better private beach setting than Sunset Pointe. No one observed our ceremony except the loved ones we invited and the dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. The tropical landscape and one-in-a-million sunset we had the night of our wedding proved we made the best choice. There are so many venue spaces to choose from and the new Sunset Pavilion was just what we were looking for- a classy, air-conditioned indoor space with a beautiful deck and lawn for our guests to enjoy the fresh air and get the perfect sunset shot. Many have said our pictures look like they can’t be real, but that’s just the undeniable beauty of South Seas and Captiva Island. The food was fantastic, service was incredible, and there is so much on-site entertainment we knew that our guests would be able to have a memorable vacation. From the moment we arrived as Bride and Groom, everything was stress-free and first class. We were able to relax and enjoy the venue’s amenities knowing that our events were in good hands and were ready to be executed to perfection. South Seas is the most picturesque Florida beach resort that we look forward to getting to celebrate our anniversary at for years to come.
V
Victoria Sent on 06/25/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Malissa was absolutely wonderful to work with! She was very responsive and even moved our site the day of to give us a little more privacy. The resort is beautiful and gave us everything we wanted for our wedding.
R
Rosemary Sent on 06/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
South Seas resort exceeded my expectations. The rooms are clean and have great views. Staff is very friendly and helpful. They go out of their way to make sure you enjoy your stay. I am counting down the days until I can return!
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Anna Sent on 06/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We recently had a sunrise elopement in south seas resort, at sunset cove. It was just perfect, we are already planning our return for our anniversary. We are from the UK so was a little worried initially about planning etc, but as soon as Malissa got in touch with us we were put at ease straight away. She was very knowledgable, and very responsive to emails. She called us as soon as we arrived at the resort to go over everything, and welcome us. On the day she had a very Calming nature, and made sure everything went to plan. I would definitely get in touch with Malissa if you're planning a wedding at south seas! She's the best!
M
Megan Sent on 05/31/2018
5 out of 5 rating
This venue was beyond amazing! There was a slight issue after Hurricane Irma hit, but they went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable! All of our guests had an amazing time, and we're even planning an annual trip with everyone back to South Seas!
H
Heather Sent on 11/02/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We got married at South Seas in May and it was even more than I ever imagined! Rhonda was amazing to work with and JoAnn was as well. All of our guests enjoyed the resort and some even extended their stay. They were willing to negotiate with us which was really nice. The food was amazing and the venue we used (Kings Crown Lawn) was absolutely beautiful! I would recommend this venue to anyone whether you are having a small or large wedding. It is by far the best resort on the island. There is a trolley on the resort so for guests flying there is no need for a rental car! We will for sure be going back at our anniversary!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
None Other None Other Wedding Bands

Amazing venue that always leaves couple totally thrilled. We always have a great experience at South Seas and the couples always rave to us about how great the property is!

Nick Adams Photography Nick Adams Photography Wedding Photographers

South Seas is one of the premier destination wedding spots in Florida and probably the world…. seriously. That sounds like a bold statement but it's not without substance. Firstly, South Seas, boasts a location to die for. It has several first class choices of wedding venues, from the lawns to the beaches. It is located at the end of Captiva Island,(no through traffic) in a private, gated, setting. The Resort is surrounded by lush greenery and tropical landscaping. There are unbelievable views overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, the back bay and the marina. The ultimate accommodations at 'Lands End' have spectacular views across Redfish Pass which is not only beautiful but a world renowned fishing spot. Other activities include: golf, swimming, tennis and sailing. There are several pools on the resort including a large luxurious pool with cabanas and chair side service. The kiddies pool and cool slide is conveniently located out of earshot:) There are several first class restaurants on and around the resort. From a photographers standpoint; South Seas is a gem of a resort. Photographically, there is plenty of variety, from the candy store to the beaches, from the lawn areas to the marina. It really has a bit of everything. Did you know that it also is the only place on Sanibel and Captiva that you can photograph into the sun and away from the sun and still have water behind you? South Seas has a well equipped marina and a trip to the resort without a sunset cruise would be sacrilege. (incidentally you can have a wedding or rehearsal dinner catered, aboard one of the classic looking river boats) The wedding staff at the resort are both friendly and very professional, I would highly recommend letting them guide you through the wedding planning process to make your day as seamless as possible. What is there not to love…. A '5 star' rating from Nick Adams Photography

Stereophonic DJs Stereophonic DJs Wedding DJs

Beautiful location for a wedding! We have performed both outdoors and indoors at this property and every single wedding has been amazing and a lot of fun.

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South Seas frequently asked questions

South Seas includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
  • Transportation
South Seas includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at South Seas includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by South Seas for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Marina
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
South Seas offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Uncovered Outdoor
South Seas offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Rehearsal Dinner
South Seas offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
South Seas offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
South Seas is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.7 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.7 in quality of service, 4.7 in average response time and 4.7 in value.

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