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Royal Palms Resort and Spa is a historic wedding venue located in Phoenix, Arizona. This extraordinary venue includes a palm-lined driveway, a romantic resort set against the Camelback Mountain, citrus groves and vibrant gardens. This venue is sure to delight you and your guests with its architectural details and their collection of art and antiques. Previous guests of Royal Palms Resort and Spa praise their incredible food, attentive staff, and unique space.

Facilities and Capacity
Royal Palms Resort and Spa can accommodate up to 180 guests over their multiple event spaces. The Alegria Garden is a private outdoor courtyard which is enclosed with four stone walls and surrounded by nature. The elevated stone platform in the garden is perfect for exchanging vows. The Vernadero Lawn offers a view of the sunset, mood lighting, pam stress, and the ability to host a ceremony and reception in the space. The Camelback Vista is a lush garden with a view of the Camelback Mountain, and is ideal for an intimate wedding. The Estrella Salon is perfect for a formal reception and features high-beamed ceilings with wrought iron chandeliers and Mediterranean colors. There is also a patio and the private Estrella Garden. The Palmera Salon is a warm venue space with an ornate fireplace, an adjoining lounge that offers a comfortable social area, and the ability to accommodate 120 guests. The Cervantes Room and Lounge includes wood flooring and wood beamed ceilings, along with its amazing history. The Orange Grove is an intimate dining area, originally built in 1929. A bridal suite is also included.

Services Offered
This venue offers their accommodations as well as cleanup and setup. A list of their services includes:

  • Cake
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering
  • Lighting/sound
  • Pet-friendly atmosphere
  • Wireless Internet

Other Services
This venue offers their bar services. They can provide bartenders and craft a signature drink for your event. A list of their bar services includes:

  • Cash, open or limited bar
  • Champagne toast
  • House beer, liquor, and wine
  • Limited bar
  • Liquor license
  • Premium liquor
  • Specialty beer and wine
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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?

$2,000

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

$1,000

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?

$7,000

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

$4,000

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

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Set Up

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Hotel
Mansion
Resort

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Get Ready Rooms
Pet Friendly
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 food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August

Reviews of Royal Palms Resort and Spa

L
Laura Sent on 10/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional Experience

Everything from the food, to the communication to the service was exceptional. They make a wedding a truly memorable event for everyone! We received rave reviews on the food, the setting and the service. It was a really special event! The wedding shadow they provide is a gift, if the bride or groom (or MOB or FOB) needs something, they are there! Need something dropped off at the room...done!, need a drink refreshed?...done. It was wonderful! The setting for those coming from out of state makes everyone fall in love with Arizona! It's a magical venue.
Alexa
Alexa Sent on 02/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The most magical venue

Royal Palms was our dream venue. Everything about it is elegant. Our wedding was only 100 people and RP was the perfect, intimate setting for our perfect day. As an out of state bride, it was so relieving to have such an excellent team at the Palms to make sure everything came together. Even in late December, no one was cold eating outside past 6 pm because they have space heaters. Their updated ballrooms are gorgeous for late night dancing. Every aspect of how I wanted the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and late night dancing was carried out exactly how I specified it. Truly impressive.

But let me tell you about the FOOD. This was not wedding food, this was high end restaurant quality I cant believe I am eating this type food. Nearly every single guest raved about the apps, the drinks, the late night snacks and the dinner.

Our suite was so beautiful and they even decorated it the night of our wedding. We enjoyed a relaxing day at the spa the next day. Every person we came into contact with at RP was so helpful and so willing to make sure our experience was excellent, especially our on site coordinator Sarah Spain.

We absolutely cannot wait to come back to the Palms for years to come to celebrate our anniversary. The magic of Royal Palms never wears off.
J
Jessica Sent on 06/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless Wedding Experience

We fell in love with the Royal Palms as our wedding venue but weren’t sure if we would be able to pull off a wedding in a short amount of time (3 months). Working with Vanessa and Whitney made everything come together wonderfully, and we were absolutely thrilled with how beautiful out wedding was. Both ladies coordinated with us consistently and answered any questions that we had, and made sure to communicate constantly with our wedding planner. The wedding went smoothly and we couldn’t imagine having had it anywhere else other than the Royal Palms.
Christina
Christina Sent on 09/23/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Most amazing wedding venue

This place is breathtaking when you walk in . The perfect backdrop for your wedding . You could spend 10,000 on flowers and wouldn’t have the backdrop already there . The staff was so kind and courteous. Food was delicious the whole day was a dream . Lindsay was so helpful with our whole wedding . They were so easy to work with and accommodating
Jenny
Jenny Sent on 01/21/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Wed like Royalty

Ohhh the Royal Palms. I first stepped foot on the property for a work event in 2018. The moment you enter the grand driveway, you know you have arrived somewhere special, with rich history and beautiful surroundings. I remember saying to myself "I could totally envision our wedding here" and that sentiment never left me. When we decided to get married in Arizona, we went on a trip to visit the area's most sought after venues. I kept an open mind, but the Royal Palms was where my heart was at. After just a few minutes on-site, we all agreed "this is it".

The Royal Palms is an experience that begins from the moment you drive up. The curb appeal (no matter time of year) is sensational. The flowers, the landscaping, the property is impeccable. The valet staff (shout-out to Bob) are beyond warm and welcoming, starting your visit off right. Given the size and intimacy of the resort, you feel special and taken care of. We have stayed there various times leading up to our wedding and always felt like VIPs.

Working with Tami Spencer was an absolute dream (oh Tami, we love you). She is such an incredible representation of the brand, bending over backwards to make sure every detail was personalized to our tastes. Nothing was impossible, everything was a thoughtful discussion and collaboration between the Royal Palms and our design / planning team. She wanted our event to be curated and bespoke for us, not cookie cutter. Our event spanned four spaces (Alegria Garden, Alegria Lawn, Orange Grove, Palmera Salon) and the flow was seamless and felt private. The entire staff was focused on us and our guests and we could not be more grateful.

Holy food. Everything we ate was sensational!
At cocktail hour, we would highly recommend the Ahi Tuna Tacos, Smoked Salmon Crostini, Petit Monte Cristo, and Braised Beef Short Rib Beignets.
We also asked for the world's most epic Charcuterie and the team DELIVERED (jaws dropped)
For dinner, we had the duo entree of beef tenderloin and chilean sea-bass and everyone's palates were ROCKED. Guests are still messaging me about the food! We had the pleasure of meeting with the chef and he was SO lovely. I will never forget the servers bringing out the food to each table, it truly felt like we were back in time with impeccable, royal service.In a word, "impressive".
And cake.....you must try the bavarian cream with chocolate chips. Life-changing.
I could go on and on but what I want you to walk away with is the feeling that at the Royal Palms, you will feel special. You are not just another event or a number, you're a special couple. Everyone on the staff made us and our guests feel like complete rockstars from the moment they set foot on property. Valet, bartenders, servers, everyone. We are forever grateful and cannot wait to visit!
Jenny
Jenny Sent on 01/21/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Wed like Royalty

Ohhh the Royal Palms. I first stepped foot on the property for a work event in 2018. The moment you enter the grand driveway, you know you have arrived somewhere special, with rich history and beautiful surroundings. I remember saying to myself "I could totally envision our wedding here" and that sentiment never left me. When we decided to get married in Arizona, we went on a trip to visit the area's most sought after venues. I kept an open mind, but the Royal Palms was where my heart was at. After just a few minutes on-site, we all agreed "this is it".

The Royal Palms is an experience that begins from the moment you drive up. The curb appeal (no matter time of year) is sensational. The flowers, the landscaping, the property is impeccable. The valet staff (shout-out to Bob) are beyond warm and welcoming, starting your visit off right. Given the size and intimacy of the resort, you feel special and taken care of. We have stayed there various times leading up to our wedding and always felt like VIPs.

Working with Tami Spencer was an absolute dream (oh Tami, we love you). She is such an incredible representation of the brand, bending over backwards to make sure every detail was personalized to our tastes. Nothing was impossible, everything was a thoughtful discussion and collaboration between the Royal Palms and our design / planning team. She wanted our event to be curated and bespoke for us, not cookie cutter. Our event spanned four spaces (Alegria Garden, Alegria Lawn, Orange Grove, Palmera Salon) and the flow was seamless and felt private. The entire staff was focused on us and our guests and we could not be more grateful.

Holy food. Everything we ate was sensational!
At cocktail hour, we would highly recommend the Ahi Tuna Tacos, Smoked Salmon Crostini, Petit Monte Cristo, and Braised Beef Short Rib Beignets.
We also asked for the world's most epic Charcuterie and the team DELIVERED (jaws dropped)
For dinner, we had the duo entree of beef tenderloin and chilean sea-bass and everyone's palates were ROCKED. Guests are still messaging me about the food! We had the pleasure of meeting with the chef and he was SO lovely. I will never forget the servers bringing out the food to each table, it truly felt like we were back in time with impeccable, royal service.In a word, "impressive".
And cake.....you must try the bavarian cream with chocolate chips. Life-changing.
I could go on and on but what I want you to walk away with is the feeling that at the Royal Palms, you will feel special. You are not just another event or a number, you're a special couple. Everyone on the staff made us and our guests feel like complete rockstars from the moment they set foot on property. Valet, bartenders, servers, everyone. We are forever grateful and cannot wait to visit!
K
Kim Sent on 09/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our special day could not have been more perfect!!!! The entire staff was amazing and we HIGHLY recommend Royal Palms for your ceremony needs.
C
Chloe Sent on 08/05/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Gorgeous venue, even better staff. So thankful for everyone that participated in our big day. Each and every person we encountered was there to ensure our day was magical and we are so appreciative of that. They even provided a shadow for the day who provided us with whatever we may have needed which was such a special touch!
C
Catrina Sent on 05/11/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Royal Palms was an absolute dream for our venue. It is a stunning spot with so many unique places to take pictures in. We had a beautiful suite for the bridal party to get ready in which made the wedding day even more special. Everyone LOVED every part of the meal from the cocktail party appetizers to the entree to the cake- I wish we could eat it all over again. They did an exceptional job!
E
Emmy Sent on 11/17/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Our recent wedding at the Royal Palms was a true fairy tail. Everything from planning the event to the actual wedding day went smoothly, and far exceeded any expectations that my husband and I had. The food was exceptional. The service and professionalism of the banquet team was absolutely superb. This was the most incredible day and beyond anything that we could have ever dreamt of! Thank you so much.
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Royal Palms Resort and Spa frequently asked questions

Royal Palms Resort and Spa includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Set Up
Royal Palms Resort and Spa includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The space offered by Royal Palms Resort and Spa for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Hotel
  • Mansion
  • Resort
Royal Palms Resort and Spa offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Royal Palms Resort and Spa offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Royal Palms Resort and Spa offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Royal Palms Resort and Spa is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
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