What is the average cost of a luxury destination wedding in Costa Rica?

For Four19 Weddings’ potential clients—who are seeking luxury destination weddings in Costa Rica—the average total wedding budget typically ranges from $50,000 to $100,000+, depending on several key factors. Here's a breakdown:

✅ Average Total Cost Range

• Mid-Luxury Range: $50,000–$80,000 USD

• High-End Luxury: $80,000–$120,000+

💡 What This Includes:

• Venue Buyout or Premium Rental: $4500-$8000

• Catering (food & beverage): $180–$350 per person

• Design & Decor: $10,000–$25,000+

• Planning & Coordination: $7,000–$15,000+

• Photo & Video: $6,000–$10,000

• Entertainment (DJ/band, dance floor, lighting): $5,000–$12,000

• Florals: $5,000–$15,000+

• Rentals (furniture, tent, lounge, etc.): $5,000–$15,000+

• Hair & Makeup: $1,000–$2,000+

• Transportation (guest shuttles, logistics): $2,000–$4,000

• Legal or symbolic ceremony services: $1,000–$3,000

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Typical Guest Count

• 50–80 guests (sweet spot for luxury destination weddings)

🔎 Influencing Factors

• Venue type: Boutique hotels vs private villas vs resorts

• Season: High season (Dec–April) is more expensive for travel and lodging although not for wedding specific costs.

• Location: Guanacaste tends to be more expensive than Central Valley.

• Logistics: Remote locations increase transportation and staffing costs

• Client expectations: Customization, international vendors, or multi-day events increase the total