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  • 2017

Palm Island Resort

Up to 100 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Clean Up
Carly
Dennis
AmyJo
User1811334
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Recommended by 97% of couples

About this venue

Located in Placida, Florida, Palm Island Resort provides their tropical location for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Sitting on two miles of beach on a scenic barrier island, this resort offers a relaxed atmosphere and idyllic views of the Gulf of Mexico. You will have access to luxurious villas, mouth-watering cuisine, and an array of amenities to make your big day unforgettable.

Facilities and Capacity

Palm Island Resort offers various locations to suit events of any size. Their largest space is a beach view location, with options for romantic tent coverings that can accommodate up to 500 guests. The ocean will be your backdrop under the wedding arch, and your chairs will be placed on the sandy beaches for a relaxing atmosphere. Smaller gatherings can take place either in the resort clubhouse, which has a 120-person capacity. Its stairway entrance is surrounded by stone wall details, lush greenery, and an attached courtyard with romantic fountains for cocktail receptions. The resort is surrounded by plenty of settings for photo sessions, from the sun-kissed beaches to the secluded walkways surrounded by well-kept gardens. In addition, their 45 villas along the coast feature full kitchens, spacious rooms, and beach-themed décor to give guests a relaxing, unforgettable stay.

Services Offered

An array of wedding packages are carefully crafted to suit weddings of various themes, from intimate elopements to grand celebrations. Each couple will have access to the estate’s experienced wedding coordinator, who will help you through the wedding process, down to the smallest details. Tables, chairs, linen, and dinnerware will be set up by the dedicated staff at the location you prefer. A team of bartenders and servers will be available on the big day to ensure all your beverage and culinary needs are taken care of. Palm Island Resort also has all-inclusive packages to suit elopements from start to finish. For ceremonies of less than 25 people, the team will provide officiate services with custom vows, bouquets, and boutonniere options and an hour of photography services.

Cuisine

The resort has one restaurant on site, with a team of trained chefs that happily provide you with multiple delicious dishes to choose from. The dishes pay homage to their seaside location and feature an array of seafood selections, along with BBQ and Italian classics. The catering team can do plated, buffet, or family style meals for your reception and cocktail hour.

Features

Medium team (11-20 members)

Experience

  • 44 years in business

  • We speak English and Spanish

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Weddings at this venue

Catherine & Kevin's wedding
Catherine & Kevin
28 photos
April & Brent's wedding
April & Brent
22 photos
Melissa & Jack's wedding
Melissa & Jack
25 photos
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FAQ

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?

$5,000

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

$5,000

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?

$3,750

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

$3,750

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$45

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

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

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Beach
Garden
Hotel
Resort
Restaurant
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Outside Vendors
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
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

February
March
April

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

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Reviews of Palm Island Resort

Weddingwire
4.9/5 18 reviews
Google
4.4/5 417 reviews
Carly
Carly Sent on 10/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful beach wedding weekend

We had the most beautiful wedding at Palm Island! Our friends and family enjoyed spending the weekend at the beach celebrating. We had gorgeous pictures from the beach to the reception tent.
Dennis
Dennis Sent on 03/17/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Gulf Coast Wedding

My wife and I got married at the Palm Island Resort on 2/23/19. There is no real way to fully understand how beautiful this place is without seeing it for yourself. The ferry ride separating Palm Island from the mainland may only take a minute, but it feels like it takes you miles away from everything else. We were looking for a place to get away from it all and just focus on each other and our closest friends and family, and I can't imagine finding a better place. We had around 50 people for our wedding, but the resort could certainly handle 3x that. Some of the guests enjoyed a golf outing, others went on a guided kayak tour where manatees came up to the kayaks and allowed you to touch them. During our ceremony on Stump Pass Beach, dolphins could be seen jumping in the Gulf. If I made up a story about what the wedding should have been like...... it would have been what happened. I cannot recommend this place strongly enough.

We rented out the Rum Bay Restaurant from 10:00-12:00 for an after party since we knew the group would still want a place to play after the reception was over. That option was a really great addition to the event.

Make sure to arrange golf carts for your vendors for the day of the wedding as no cars are allowed on the resort.
AmyJo
Amyjo Sent on 06/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We just got married on Palm Island on 6/2/2018. We had 44 people for our destination wedding and it was amazing! Such a beauty’s resort and the staff is beyond helpful and friendly. I worked with Kacey to plan our wedding and he was extremely responsive, helpful and had great suggestions when needed too. On the day of the ceremony Kacey had everything under control and it all went exactly as planned. We chose to have the reception inside to avoid the heat and it was just perfect. The food was AMAZING and they took care of everyone! I loved having my guests all in one place on the island and enjoyed spending time with them a couple of days before and after. Everyone at this resort, from the Front Desk ladies to the staff at the Rum Bar, constantly went above and beyond which I feel like I’d just their normal. You won’t be disappointed with location and Kacey will take great care of you through out the whole process.
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Amanda Sent on 10/25/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Great Venue! Event coordinator went above and beyond to make sure things ran smoothly. The only recommendation I have is that if you do choose to have this site, and want all the details that a wedding usually has, I’d for sure hire a wedding coordinator to assist with decor, flowers etc. thank goodness for family’s and friends but I would have liked someone the day of to assist so that my family and friends could relax instead work so hard. Only recommendation I would have done differently.
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Rachel Sent on 03/02/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We can't say enough about Palm Island Resort! This was a destination wedding for our families from Indiana. Amy and Lisa were so easy to work with. Amy made sure everything ran smoothly and was very helpful! The entire staff was great at the reception and the food was delicious. We had so many guests commenting on how good the food was and how beautiful the club house courtyard is. The island itself is so gorgeous and private! It's the perfect getaway spot. We will definitely be back for anniversaries and family reunions. Thank you for all the great memories, Palm Island!
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Rachel Sent on 02/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely our DREAM wedding. Beautiful settings, wonderful service, and memories that will last a lifetime. All of my guests said it was the best wedding that they have ever attended! I have already recommended Palm Island Resort to a friend who lives in Indiana and she is having her wedding there next year. Thank you for making our special day perfect!
W
Wendy Sent on 12/19/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had our dream wedding at Palm Island Resort!! Amy Loy is simply awesome - so easy to work with and handled all of our questions and changes with ease. The resort is GORGEOUS and exactly what we wanted. We had our ceremony at Stump Pass and the reception at the Clubhouse Courtyard. Everything could not have gone smoother. Weather was perfect, food was incredible and the Rum Bay Punch was flowing! Our guests are still talking about how incredible our wedding was and what a great time they had. So many wonderful memories made. We are so grateful to the entire staff who worked so hard to make our wedding day so special. BEST DAY EVER!!!
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User2878134 Sent on 11/23/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Lisa and Amy were so very helpful with the services provided by Palm Island Resort. They worked great with our wedding planner, Marie of Live Love Breath Weddings and all our other vendors.

From wedding site coordination to food tastings and reception set up they were on top of everything. Being from out of state they were a breeze to work with and made sure to cover everything with us in our limited visits to the resort before the wedding.

Though thwy offered arches for backdrops. We had a custom cross for our backdrop that they allowed us to use at our ceremony at beautiful Stump Pass.

The venue for the reception was spectacular and the value was terrific.

We made use of several gathering spaces over the weekend as our rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception and guest lodging were all within the resort.

All of our guests could not stop raving about what a wonderful, quiet and beautiful location we had choosen for our wedding.

The beaches are beautiful (and not crowded) and the sunsets are perfect. It was almost like we had rented an entire island for our guests.

We cannot recommend this hidden jewel enough to any couple looking for a picturesque beach wedding.

Thank you Amy and Lisa for such a memorable wedding weekend.
J
Jeremy Sent on 08/16/2016
5 out of 5 rating
One word....AMAZING!! My partner and I of 15 years had our wedding here and it exceeded our expectations. Amy is outstanding and one of the BEST event planners around. Lisa in sales is awesome as well. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. Food and beverage is top notch. The location, is priceless. I am a local, and many people have never even heard of this place. This was our dream wedding and it exceeded our dreams and expectations! The wedding was a month ago and Our guest are still talking about how amazing and unique the wedding was.
User1811334
User1811334 Sent on 05/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We had an amazing wedding at Palm Island Resort. It was almost like we had our own private island! All our guests had such a great time and some even told us it was the best wedding they had ever attended. Event Coordinator Amy Loy was super helpful throughout all our planning and the entire wedding couldn't have gone smoother. If you're looking for a unique beach wedding location, Palm Island Resort will not disappoint! We are looking forward to going back in the near future.
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It's always a pleasure to be back at the beautiful Palm Island Resort! With its gentle sea breezes, breathtaking Gulf views, and laid back Old Florida vibe, Palm Island Resort is the perfect destination for your unforgettable wedding day.

Hess Events & Entertainment, LLC Hess Events & Entertainment, LLC Wedding DJs

Palm Island is a majestic private island resort located just south of Sarasota. The staff are always excellent to work with and we always look forward to playing at Palm Island. Thank you Amy and Lisa for the hospitality and we look forward to many events in the future.

Surfside Ceremonies Surfside Ceremonies Wedding Officiants

I had the great pleasure of officiating a wedding at Palm Island Resort this last October. The surroundings were wonderful, pristine beaches and old Florida charm. But, it was the staff that really made the day. Professional and accommodating. If you are planning a wedding don't hesitate to contact their staff. You will be well taken care of. I look forward to working with them again.

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Palm Island Resort frequently asked questions

Palm Island Resort 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
Palm Island Resort includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Palm Island Resort includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Palm Island Resort for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Garden
  • Hotel
  • Resort
  • Restaurant
  • Waterfront
Palm Island Resort offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Palm Island Resort offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Palm Island Resort offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Palm Island Resort offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Palm Island Resort is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in value, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time and 4.8 in professionalism.
Palm Island Resort currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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