The Palms Hotel & Spa

as worth it for the atmosphere, the food, and the service. We held our ceremony at the beautiful gazebo, though they also offer stunning beach and ballroom options. The biggest highlight, however, was working with Vanessa. She is hands down the best in the business. Planning a destination wedding means asking a million questions, and Vanessa never once made me feel like a bother. She was a constant source of calm; even on the wedding day, when we had late RSVPs and needed new menus printed last minute, she handled it immediately without question. She was also very well versed on hotel and wedding policy such as booking conference rooms and rehearsal 2 weeks prior to wedding. Although this was a pain for a type A/ab bride like me, she explained the why to help me understand. She even made sure to proactively check for availability! The all-inclusive packages also took so much stress off my plate. Being able to coordinate linens, chairs, cake, and catering with trusted vendors was a lifesaver. Speaking of the food—our guests are still talking about the steak, chicken, and vegetarian dishes! And the cake was to die for! This venue brought the exact love and energy we desired for our big day! 💖 Pro Tip: Book your guest rooms at The Palms well in advance and stay for more than one night so you can use the area to get ready and take photos.

redible to work with—thoughtful, responsive, and truly invested in making our vision come to life. She anticipated needs we didn’t even know we had and made the entire planning process feel calm, organized, and exciting instead of overwhelming. From the service to the atmosphere, everything was executed flawlessly. The staff delivered five-star hospitality, the food was outstanding, the drinks were perfectly crafted, and every interaction felt intentional and warm. Our guests were blown away, and we felt completely taken care of from beginning to end. If you’re looking for a venue that combines natural beauty, exceptional service, and a team that truly goes above and beyond, The Palms Hotel & Spa is it. We will cherish our wedding there forever.

and during the wedding. The garden and deck were set up beautifully. The food was delicious and carefully presented and served. The entire staff treated each guest with such care! We received so many compliments. Our entire wedding was coordinated beautifully. Finally, Nataly, coordinated the day of the wedding. She was exceptional. It made all the difference to have her behind the scenes taking care of all the finishing touches the day of the wedding. So happy I chose the Palms. Thanks to everyone for making our wedding so special.

epitome of laid-back luxury with the most stunning tropical backdrop — absolutely picture-perfect. From day one, the staff went above and beyond. Vanessa was an absolute superstar! She kept every detail organized, communicated flawlessly, and made planning feel simple, smooth, and completely stress-free. The service across the board is ALWAYS 10/10 — whether you’re a hotel guest or there for a wedding, every single team member provides warm, genuine, heartfelt hospitality. Honestly, I’d put this team up against anyone in the industry! And the food… WOW. People are still raving about it! Each course was beautifully presented and full of flavor — every bite felt like a “moment.” It truly elevated the entire night. The Palms is beautiful, welcoming, and unpretentious, with thoughtful touches everywhere you look. Having stayed here about 10 times over the years, it already felt like paradise — but hosting our wedding here took it to the next level. If you’re looking for a venue that nails both service and ambience, THIS is the place.

hey’ve been to a few. They were so easy to work with and communication was amazing. Especially when planning a year in advance. Couldn’t recommend enough.

-- Above 5 stars. The venue is absolutely gorgeous. Vanessa-the wedding coordinator day of-- goes above and beyond. She is extremely professional and great at her job. The food-- amazing. There was not a single thing that I would not eat again. The biggest advice that people give brides is to eat-- well the team at the Palms served us a plate for my husband and I then brought it to us! I ate the whole thing. The guests had a great time-- even they noticed how amazing the team was. The hotel staff were great and very helpful giving out welcome bags and making sure the guests were taken care of. I am just so happy that I chose this venue!. Highly highly recommend.

dating, helpful, and responsive throughout planning and our special weekend. Would recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful venue

e moment we began planning, Vanessa was there every step of the way, offering her expertise and ensuring that every detail was taken care of. Her dedication to making our day perfect was truly exceptional, and we are so grateful for her outstanding customer service. The venue itself is simply stunning. The moment our guests walked through the doors, they were greeted with an atmosphere of elegance and charm. The natural beauty of the space meant that we didn't have to do much in terms of decorations – just a few floral arrangements were all that was needed to enhance the already enchanting ambiance. This allowed us to focus on other aspects of our wedding planning, and we couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Additionally, we had the pleasure of staying at the hotel, and it was nothing short of phenomenal. The accommodations were great, the staff was attentive and accommodating, and the overall experience was one of pure indulgence. Overall, our experience at The Palms exceeded all of our expectations. From the breathtaking space to the exceptional service, everything was absolutely perfect. We cannot thank Vanessa and her team enough for helping to make our wedding day the magical celebration that it was.

dding, and Sunday farewell brunch) and for each step of the way for each event, they went above on beyond. The property is so naturally gorgeous and very much for our vibe of Caribbean meets Miami vice. 1000% recommend!

ng. She was very communicative, answering our questions promptly with thorough responses. She went through the packages with us to find something that would work for our price point. The packages include almost everything and the catering team did such a great job the day of, all we had to worry about was showing up. Barbara communicated with all of our vendors to provide them with details and timelines. The food was spectacular. The staff are top notch. We will be back to The Palms to celebrate our anniversaries.

t recommend it more!! The hotel itself is absolutely stunning and the service was amazing. Each of the guests remarked how whenever they needed anything at all someone was always there! Vanessa was our day of coordinator and she was PHENOMENAL!! She was extremely attentive leading up to the big day, always happy and eager to answer all of our questions! On the day of she ROCKED it, everything went sooo smoothly even when we had to make a last minute change due to weather. None of our guests were even aware a change was made because of how seamless and quickly the everything was carried out. I can truly say I had no worries at all on my wedding day because Vanessa was there every step of the way and made sure everything was perfect!! P.S. The food served at our wedding was completely DELICIOUS!!

ng coordinator. We planned our wedding via phone calls and emails. She always responded quickly and never appeared to be annoyed with the number of questions I asked (which was a lot)! When meeting her in person, she was personable and calm. She accommodated us when needed and made our wedding absolutely perfect. It complete went off without a hitch – all thanks to her!

s. There are so many beautiful little areas and they were all great back drops for our photographs. We had our rehearsal dinner at the hotel restaurant the night before and it was incredible. She food was delicious and the staff was amazing. We worked with Barbara for our wedding and she was wonderful. For over a year before our wedding, I was in constant contact with her. I asked her every little question i had and she always responded with such kindness and so quickly too. She was so amazing to work with. The day of our wedding, she ensured that everything was perfect. All of the food was incredible, the set up and decor were perfect and all of the staff were so great. We are so incredibly happy that we chose the Palms for our wedding. It was even better than we could have ever expected.

and came together so beautifully thanks to Vanessa and her team. Throughout the planning process, Vanessa was very responsive to emails and made us feel so special on the big day. She even perfectly timed our transition from the outdoor cocktail hour to dinner on the covered terrace to avoid everyone getting rained on as a storm passed through. The venue itself requires very little decoration as it is already so picturesque, and the food was fantastic (which received many compliments from our guests). Scott was also a huge help in working on our room block as many guests stayed at the Palms to enjoy the amenities and beach access. Our goal was to host a destination wedding for our friends and family in an intimate and beautiful location which I believe that we accomplished! Thank you to Vanessa and her team!

the best and so helpful! If you want a gorgeous Miami wedding… YOU MUST USE THE PALMS! 10/10 recommend!

ception under the tiki hut! Everything is what we dreamed of! Very intimate! They set everything up nicely. I didn’t have to worry about anything. The food was absolutely delicious. The grounds are beautiful with all the flowers and plants. It just set the mood for our theme. Everyone complemented on how beautiful and awesome it was! So happy we chose them

le and our guests couldn’t stop talking about the location and food. The whole wedding day was truly the day of my dreams and they helped make it possible! The vendors the hotel works with are also great and they work together so well, which made planning less stressful. I can’t thank Vanessa enough for all she did to make our wedding perfect for us, she is incredible! This venue is such a gem on Miami Beach, and I am so glad we chose to have our wedding here as it made the day of and our goal of having a wedding weekend for traveling guests just perfect!

b - I can’t believe how seamlessly her and her team made the weekend. The venue is beautiful, the food is delicious, and all of the staff are so professional. Would 100% recommend.

on Friday to our farewell breakfast on Sunday. Most of our guests stayed at the Palms as well and enjoyed the pool, beach, restaurants, and the above all else the hospitality. If you are looking for a venue that will guide you through the wedding process and takes care of literally everything, including putting on boutonnières for the groomsmen, this is the place to go.

l in love with the venue. Our wedding day went as smooth as we could of dreamed for and Vennesa was a wonderful coordinator.

a huge challenge. Many venues were unresponsive, and others were still using their "same old" policies and payment procedures that simply were not going to work with us given how shaky everything was with the world. From the beginning, the Palms worked with us. They worked with us to make changes to the contract, to the payment plan, to everything, to make sure we felt OK and safe proceeding with signing a contract in the middle of the Covid-19 uncertainty. Every email was "yes," and "we can do that," or even offering to go a step further. I had a very unique set-up as my entire wedding was outdoors, on their Lawn, with dancing on the Terrace. The entire night, I kept being told that this was the most beautiful wedding they'd ever been to. The Palms has such a beautiful tropical outdoor environment. If you dream of greenery and a lush outdoor environment, this is THE place. The food was DELICIOUS - just as good as it was at my Tasting. If you're looking for an outdoorsy sort of vibe, in a prime location for travelers, look no further. We had such a positive experience, we decided at the 11th hour to also host a welcome event on the Friday before the wedding for a small group, and we went ahead and did it at the Palms as well. Everyone loved it. To all the new brides - I cannot caution you enough about picking a venue that will work with you, is responsive, and makes your life easier. You will go back and forth with them 100 times about layouts, food, guest counts, and more. The Palms made my life easier all around --- and their hotel coordinator Vanessa Ortiz feels like family to me at this point. She is an enormous asset to the hotel and I look forward to sharing that with the higher-ups. No other hotel or venue I looked at offered the outdoor spaces for the capacity I wanted, other than the Palms. I am beyond obsessed with the beautiful garden wedding I had! Thank you, thank you, thank you.

ke any other in the Miami Beach area and we felt it was truly beautiful and unique. Compared to the glitzy, overpriced, wedding packages available in the nearby hotels, we felt the pricing at The Palms was good for a hotel of its kind in South Beach. The food was absolutely delicious. So many of our guests complimented us on it. I cannot stress enough what a great experience it was working with Holly, the director of catering and events who was also the event coordinator on our wedding day. Holly was so responsive, caring, and just wanted to make sure that everything went according to our vision. She was truly a gem to work with and we can't thank her enough for helping make our day one of the best ever!

nsidering the fact that we wanted a "turn key" venue where most everything was included (we wouldn't have the time to seek out and sample/get quotes from a ton of different vendors offering all the services we needed), we expected pricing for The Palms to be way above our budget. We contacted them about 7 months before our preferred date range, and even that far out, they had no Saturday dates available, only 1 Sunday and a handful of openings on Fridays. We selected Sunday since we had several out of town guests on our list, and they'd only need to take Monday off from work/school, whereas if we'd selected a Friday, they'd most likely need to miss both a Thursday and a Friday to travel to Miami and attend. Vanessa Ortiz was our wedding coordinator. She me with us to answer our questions before we signed the contract and paid our deposit, and was great to deal with in the months leading up to our big day. Since we went with a Sunday wedding, the F&B minimums were also considerably less than if we'd gone with a Friday or Saturday so it was within our budget. We were invited to come to The Palms and sample the food and drinks that would be served at our wedding, she was great every step of the way and communications were always good. After we secured The Palms and decided which spaces here we wanted for our wedding (the gazebo), cocktail hour (the trellis) and reception/dinner (veranda terrace), we really only needed to then secure our officiant, DJ, florist and photographer. The cost of the wedding cake as well as tables, chairs and linens was included in the price of the package we selected here, though we did need to visit with the vendors providing those to make our selections. The other big bonus for us was that The Palms guaranteed us the use of alternative indoor venues in case of rain, as all the spaces we'd planned to use on our wedding day were outdoors. Other wedding venues we considered were unable or unwilling to make that same guarantee. The staff here at The Palms were great..We had a lot of wedding decor and other items to drop off a few days ahead of time. As we pulled our van up to the front entrance, several staff were there to unload for us and securely store our stuff. On our wedding day we were given a complimentary hotel room for the night, but also a secured conference room not far from the wedding and reception areas to store our items, get ready before the wedding, etc. On the day of the wedding, Vanessa and the staff here unboxed everything we sent, followed our instructions and had everything set up and in place a few hours before the ceremony so we simply needed to check things over and put our final touches where required. Simple! Overall we were very happy with our experience here and would recommend The Palms to others. Even weeks later, our guests are still raving about the venue, how "perfect" everything was, and giving high praise to the food and drink served by The Palms!

planner. Holly Pacheco took care of all our needs, always had solid advice, and answered all the relentless questions that we had! The food was delicious and the ballroom looked amazing! All our friends and family had a superb time at the Palms for our wedding!

al palm ballroom. The grounds and available spaces are all just stunning backdrops for photos. The food was DELICIOUS and just as good as when we did our tasting, in spite of everything being prepared for 150 guests. The service was really unparalleled. I've been to so many weddings where it's hard to find a server and guests are left waiting for food long after service has begun. The Palms had an amazing team working that night, with a catering manager on site the whole night to oversee everything. We got so many compliments on both the food and service! Everyone was welcoming, friendly and committed to making our night amazing. Lastly, a special shout-out to Yasmin Gomez, our wedding coordinator, who was professional, responsive, accommodating and just amazing to work with!

lved. We had our cocktail hour in the veranda terrace and dinner and dancing in the Queen Palm ballroom. Holly Pacheco with the Palms Hotel was simply amazing and responsive from the first moment we reached out to the last. She responded incredibly quickly to any random questions or concerns we had, and did so with a positive, professional attitude. The day of our reception, everything was actually better than we could have imagined and completely taken care of. Holly was there the day of to make sure that everything was just as we had imagined. She even helped my bridesmaids out with finding a spare safety pin at the last moment! It's these little touches that made working with Holly and the Palms Hotel a wonderful experience (not to mention that the hotel itself has a beautiful old Florida/Caribbean charm that you can't find in most hotels in Miami Beach anymore!). Highly recommend the Palms Hotel to anyone looking for professional staff and a beautiful venue.

ests out of town can be hard, but Holly made everything so easy. She accommodated last minute changes and made sure the day ran smoothly. The wedding package included beautiful linens, chairs, place settings, table numbers, and a delicious cake from ET cakes. We added some outdoor lighting, but other than that, they were very transparent about pricing and there weren't any unexpected additions. Even with our room reservations, all of our guests had a very easy time booking and loved the hotel. We would do it all over again at the Palms if we could!

ible, responsive, and very organized. The day of the wedding was perfect with no detail forgotten. Even when I mentioned to my husband I couldn’t wait to get to the reception to get some water, she overheard and out came with some water almost instantly. The venue was the perfect backdrop for photos, the food was AMAZING, and service was impeccable. Thank you to the Palms for making our day perfect!

-- especially the veranda terrace. After touring a few other venues, we decided that The Palms was perfect. The thought of planning such a large party was overwhelming, but Yasmin (and Vanessa) made the process as painless as possible. Yasmin was extremely attentive whenever I emailed or called her or had any questions. I did not have a wedding planner so having an attentive day-of coordinator was crucial, and Yasmin made the day completely seamless for me. Our ceremony was outside at the gazebo, and everything was flawless. The food was excellent and we are still getting rave reviews from guests about the food. I knew our wedding would be nice, but The Palms completely exceeded my expectations. I cannot recommend it enough.

g, romantic, relaxing… It really is paradise and there is no other place like it. I was in excellent hands with the planning of my wedding reception working with Tanja Morariu and Holly Pacheco. They were meticulous in their attention to detail, provided excellent ideas and resources and were beyond accommodating to this bridezilla ;). Because of them, my reception was perfect. A shout-out to Paul King who served as our event director, he was so sweet and professional. I am very grateful to Paul for keeping us on schedule. My guests were in agreement. They LOVED The Palms, one couple even booked a room to join us for the weekend. Another couple friend, who are planning their wedding for next year, said they may do it at the Palms too because it was so lovely. Then we checked into our Oceanfront Superior Room, and were completely and immediately transported into honeymoon mode! The room itself was fabulous with spectacular views, luxe bathrobes and slippers, extremely comfortable bed, perfect temperature and a living room space for hosting visitors. From the 6th floor we had sweeping views of the grounds and the ocean and thoroughly enjoyed watching other weddings take place in the gazebo and tiki hut down below. Love is in the air here, literally. Considering how much you get, the price is very appealing. Lots of value. Thank you Palms for a truly unforgettable experience!

ssa was truly wonderful, she literally did miracle and made all our wishes came true. She was attentive,friendly, helpful. In some words, she was an all-in-one wonderful coordinator. She was present for us since the day we arrived at the hotel until the end of our wedding day, making sure everything is perfect to us. YES, PERFECT. She even went out of her way and do certain things that some vendors refused to do. The Palms hotel & Spa is a stunning venue to have an outdoor wedding. We married at the beach, had our cocktail hours at the gazebo and our reception at the veranda. The food was delicious , the staff are very friendly. The staff working on the day of our wedding were friendly and attentive to not only towards my Husband and myself, but also very attentive towards our guest. All our wedding guest are amazed about how beautiful our wedding was. The Palms was everything and all we wished for. Thank you the Palms for making our dream wedding to come true.

m so thrilled we chose the Palms. Thanks to the whole team!

estination wedding so most of our guests were from out of town and stayed at The Palms or their sister hotel, Circa 39. We also had our welcome/rehearsal dinner and farewell brunch at The Palms Tiki Hut, which were both lovely and allowed us to have more time with our guests all in one place! Yasmin, Paul, and the rest of the staff are absolutely incredible to work with. We fell in love with The Palms when we first visited last year and initially we were concerned about whether the ballroom would be big enough for our party, but it could not have been more perfect and trust me, there is plenty of space! The Palms is made for weddings - it is a tropical oasis in the heart of Miami Beach, with tons of amazing spots for pictures. We were married in the gazebo garden at dusk and the lighting was beautiful. Yasmin worked with my mom and me every step of the way, on each and every detail imaginable, and she truly made our wedding vision come to life. She is warm, friendly, and professional, and she went above and beyond to work with us, our day-of-coordinator, and other vendors to pull all of the (many) pieces together and make it look easy! We had our cocktail hour on the verandah terrace and reception in the Royal Palm ballroom. The food is exceptional, the lighting and event spaces are gorgeous, and every staff member we interacted with at The Palms prioritized making our guests and us happy and comfortable. I can't speak highly enough about our wedding experience at The Palms and with Yasmin. What could have been a stressful process was seamless and enjoyable thanks to Yasmin and her team. Book The Palms for your wedding!!!!

ay! Yasmin was our coordinator and she is literally amazing. She was so helpful and patient throughout all the planning and on our wedding day especially, I didn't have to worry about a thing. The food here is delicious, the staff are so friendly and attentive and the space is truly a tropical dream. We chose the veranda deck as the venue for our reception and was beyond words. I had a vision and Yasmin and everyone at the Palms turned it into our absolute dream wedding. Paul was our banquet manager as well and he was the best! We loved everyone and everything about our wedding weekend at The Palms! I cannot recommend you all and this venue enough! Thank you, FOR EVERYTHING!!!!!

ki, and reception on the Veranda/Gazebo and Queen Palm Ballroom. We started working with Carlos, who left the property a few months before my wedding. I have to admit I was a little nervous, but they notified me right away and once I spoke with Vanessa Linares I knew I was in good hands. I cannot say enough good things about her, she is friendly, responsive, patient, very detailed and thorough, and professional. We also worked with Juan Carlos and Paul, who were the best dynamic duo!!! They were there for the entire wedding making sure everything went as planned, which it did! My husband and I did not have to worry about one thing and we got to actually enjoy the reception. Vanessa, Juan Carlos, and Paul went above and beyond to make sure everything was flawless! The food was great and we received many compliments from the guests. Brenda and Scott worked on our room block reservations, we had 60+ rooms booked and they did a great job of keeping everything organized and getting the welcome bags to each guest. (We had 150 guests, the vast majority were from out of town.) Pedro G who worked at the pool bar was a delight and quite popular with our guests that lounged outside/by the pool. The entire staff (bellman – Max, front desk employees – Moises H and Eurique) were all very friendly and helpful. I would give more than 5 stars if I could. Thank you Palms for making everything on my wedding day/weekend absolutely PERFECT! I can’t wait to come back to celebrate our 1 year anniversary!

on in the main ballroom. Sunday morning we hosted a brunch & bloody mary send-off for all out hotel guests. First of all, let me say how wonderful it was to work with Yasmin Gomez, she handled details seamlessly and really made a difference. We could not have done an event like this without her guidance and support (not to mention creativity)! The staff was friendly, food was good, bar service great, and I have heard nothing but praise from our 135 guests. Of course, the venue is beautiful and Thanksgiving weekend we had wonderful weather.

of the environment and our guests. However, we spent an incredible amount of money and I was surprised we were not treated with a more special feeling. I will tell everyone planning a wedding to NOT use Yasmin as the coordinator. We paid extra for the day-of coordinator service and I should not have. Complete waste of money. A month before our wedding, Carlos, who we loved, left, and we had a brand new coordinator. They should have compensated us just because of that stress put on me to try to have a relationship with a brand new coordinator right before our wedding. The day of, Yasmin was barely around me, the bride, like she was supposed to be and promised. No one knew where and when to go when we ran behind schedule. The table numbers she sent me were what I followed and they were placed incorrectly the day of. I am furious at that, because the incorrect tables were those of our parents. Then, upon arriving to the room, the way the cake was left was shameful. You are supposed to keep the top tier to freeze and eat in one year. They wrapped the cake tightly in tin foil and left it out in the room, not even in the fridge. It was completely ruined. No one from the hotel asked afterwards how everything went and we never even met the manager. Poor organization and care.