We Customize Each Wedding

We offer customized weddings of up to 80 people.

We Only offer weddings between April 15th and December 15th.

Ceremony And Wedding Venues

Choose from our 2 tropical ceremony venues:

Enjoy a Beach Ceremony with sand at your feet and the ocean as your background or a Coconut Grove Ceremony on the grass under palm trees with the ocean behind you.

Lawyer / Ordained Minister

Lawyer Services

All your legal arrangements & vow reading, stress free.
Includes: pre-wedding paperwork, vow reading,
international marriage certificate,
post-wedding paperwork
Total: $975

Ordained Minister Vow Reading

Your vows read to you, as you desire.
Total: $445

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Floral Decorated Driftwood Arch

A beautifully unique backdrop or entrance to your ceremony!

Floral Bamboo Poles

Bamboo poles with tropical flower arrangements add a unique backdrop to your ceremony on the beach or can be a tropical entrance to your ceremony.

Floral Decorated Tiki Torches

A great touch to your ceremony and added enjoyment to your reception with enhanced lighting!

Tropical Floral Petal Walkway

Step into your Ceremony on tropical flower petals! Or have a bowl at the entrance for guests to take and throw petals at the end of your Ceremony.

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Rehearsal & Reception Dinner Options

Rehearsal Dinner Package

Begin your celebration the evening before with your desired gourmet 2 or 3 course Sit Down menus or elaborate international cuisine buffet.

Reception Dinner Package

Enjoy your Reception Dinner in our beachfront Restaurant & Bar, in a romantic setting with world class service. Choose from our Chef’s gourmet 2 or 3 course Sit Down menus or our elaborate international cuisine buffet.

Special Menu Options

Special or upgraded menu courses are available. (All special dietary needs may be met).

Important Notes:

  • Reception 2 & 3 Course Packages are only available for up to 30 guests.
  • Buffet Packages are only available for 30 guests or more.
  • The Buffet will only be Private if the Wedding Party has all of Ylang Ylang booked.
  • Private reception is only available if all Ylang Ylang lodging is booked by your wedding party.

Note:

a 10% Food & Beverage Gratuity will be added to all F&B items.

2 or 3 Course Menu

2 Course

$25 per person
Choose one Salad or Appetizer and one Main Course

3 Course

$35 per person
Choose one Salad, one Appetizer and one Main Course

Note: the above prices are for Ylang Ylang Hotel Guests – please add $20 for each non-Ylang Ylang Guest

Salad

  • Cesar Salad with Fresh Herbed Croutons Organic romaine lettuce with fresh herbed croutons and parmesan cheese.
  • Gourmet Green Salad with Balsamic Dressing A delicate dish with mixed lettuce topped with fresh tomato and vegetables.
  • Heart of Palm & Avocado Salad A refreshing salad with tomato, enhanced by a fresh basil-lemon dressing.
  • Spring Salad with Balsamic Dressing Delicious mixed vegetable salad served on a bed of fresh organic lettuce.

Appetizer

  • Mussel Melody a la Bilbaina White wine-sauteed mussels with a spicy Costa Rican chile pepper-olive oil sauce.
  • Peruvian Ceviche Fresh cubed sea bass marinated in a traditional Peruvian lemon sauce bursting with flavors.
  • Tomato–Basil Chiffonade Bruschetta Gourmet garlic-buttered, toasted bread slices topped with fresh tomato & basil.
  • Sauteed Shrimp Bruschetta A fine and flavorful wine sauteed shrimp canapé served on toasted baguette.
  • Melodic Mushroom Bruschetta A delicate french style mushroom medley served on toasted baguette.

Main Course

  • Chicken Breast a la Tropical Fruit Sauce Grilled chicken breast enhanced by a delicious tropical fruit sauce.
  • Chicken Breast a la Fresh Mushroom Creme Grilled chicken breast simmered in a fine herbs & sauteed mushroom cream sauce.
  • Fresh Catch of the Day a la Costa Sol Fresh grilled Catch of the Day enriched by a creamy sauteed shrimp sauce with fresh herbs.
  • Fresh Catch of the Day a la Passion Fruit Sauce Fresh grilled Catch of the Day topped with a lovely passion fruit sauce.
  • Fresh Catch of the Day a la Mussels Sauce A fresh grilled Catch of the Day served with a creamy savory mussel sauce.

Main Course Vegetarian Options

  • Baked Thai Teriyaki Tofu Served on a bed of brown rice, enhanced by white wine and vegetable sautee.
  • Savory Ylang Ylang Curry A variety of curried vegetables simmered in fresh coconut milk served on a bed of rice with tofu.

  • Blackened Tofu a la Passion Fruit Sauce Combination of sweet and spicy flavors served with rice and vegetables.

All special requests are welcome ~ we also offer a variety of Vegan options.

Note: a 10% Food & Beverage Gratuity will be added to all F&B items.

Reception Buffet Menu

Ylang Ylang Hotel Guest

Reception:$40 (per person)

Non-Ylang Ylang Hotel Guest

Reception:$60 (per person)

All of the below options are included when you choose a Buffet

Appetizers

  • Full Salad Bar (including a variety of fresh seasonal condiments)
  • Balsamic dressing, Sweet basil dressing, Cesar dressing
  • Fresh Tortilla Chips
  • Costa Rican Pico de Gallo Salsa
  • Refried Beans
  • Homemade Baguette and Hibiscus Butter
  • Greek Salad
  • Traditional Potato Salad
  • Fresh Homemade Peruvian Style Mahi Mahi Ceviche
  • Heart of Palm Canapé

Main Courses

  • Italian Eggplant Casserole
  • Vegetable Garden Rice
  • Rosemary Baked Potato Wedges
  • Mixed Sauteed Vegetables

BBQ Main Courses:

  • Chicken Breasts
  • Fresh Catch of the Day Filets
  • Fresh Tuna Filets (Seasonal)
  • Served With Mango Sauce, Chimichurri Sauce, BBQ Sauce & Teriyaki Sauce

Optional: Add Jumbo Shrimp Shish Kebabs to your Buffet for an extra $5 per person

All special requests are welcome ~ we also offer a variety of Vegan options.
Note: a 10% Food & Beverage Gratuity will be added to all F&B items.

Rehearsal Buffet Menu

Ylang Ylang Hotel Guest

Rehearsal:$30

Non-Ylang Ylang Hotel Guest

Rehearsal:$50

All of the below options are included when you choose a Rehearsal Buffet

Appetizers

  • Mixed greens salad
  • Balsamic dressing, Sweet basil dressing, Cesar dressing
  • Fresh quartered tomatoes
  • Marinated French style cucumbers slices
  • Julienned bell peppers
  • Shredded Carrot
  • Fresh beet half moons
  • Sliced red onion rings
  • Costa Rican style pico de gallo salsa
  • Costa Rican style refried beans
  • Costa Rican style guacamole
  • Catepillar Tuna Maki Rolls (Sushi) Soy sauce, Pickled Ginger and Wasabi
  • Savory Italian Pasta salad
  • Heart of Palm Salad

Main Courses

  • Savory Ylang Ylang curry
  • Typical Costa Rican white rice with shrimp
  • Delicious potato puree
  • Mixed sautéed vegetables

BBQ Main Courses

  • Grilled Tofu Steaks
  • Fresh Catch of the Day Filets
  • Chicken Breasts
  • Served With Tropical Fruit Sauce, Chimichurri Sauce, BBQ Sauce & Teriyaki Sauce

Optional: Add Jumbo Shrimp Shish Kebabs to your Buffet for an extra $5 per person

All special requests are welcome ~ we also offer a variety of Vegan options.

Note: a 10% Food & Beverage Gratuity will be added to all F&B items.

Appetizer Platters

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Choose from a variety of 25-piece trays for your guests to enjoy with drinks during your wedding photography session.

Chicken a la Alioli

Grilled Chicken served with a creamy garlic sauce

$45

Mexican Guacamole Tray

Cilantro-lime Guacamole served with tortilla chips

$35

Trio of Cheeses Tray

Cubed Monteverde Cheddar, Mozzarella and Turrialba on sticks with olives

$35

French Melodic Tray

Mini fresh mushroom bruschettas with delicate mushroom sauce

$45

Heart of Palm Canapé Tray

Toasted baguette with heart of palm canapé

$50

Sea Shrimp Tray

Mini white wine-baked shrimp bruschettas

$65

Smoked Salmon Dip

Prepared with cream cheese and fresh herbs, served with toasted baguette slices.

$55

Peruvian OR Costa Rican Ceviche

Served with tortilla chips.

$75

Hummus Dip

A Middle Eastern chick pea and sesame dip served with toasted baguette slices.

$30

Eggplant Dip

A Middle Eastern baked eggplant and sesame dip served with toasted baguette slices.

$30

Mini Pinchos

Mini Pinchos with Cucumber, Cheese and Olives.

$35

Yucca Bites with Pink Sauce

Crispy yucca bites with a delicious pink Sauce(yucca, or cassava is a Latin American root vegetable similar to potatoes).

$30

Fresh Tropical Fruit Tray

Seasonal tropical fruits.

$20

Truffles Tray

3 types of house-made truffles rolled in cacao, coconut and mint.

$40
Note: a 10% Food & Beverage Gratuity will be added to al F&B items.

Wedding Cake

Choose from our Chef’s fresh Silk Chocolate Cake, Carrot Caress Cake or Lemon Dream Cake.
The carrot cake comes topped with fresh homemade coconut frosting.

One Layer (12-14 people)

$95

Two tiered cake (15-40 people)

$235

Three tiered cake (40-100 people)

$360
The above pricing includes flower decor.

Note: a 10% Food & Beverage Gratuity will be added to all F&B items.

Champagne & Wine

For your rehearsal, reception dinner, ceremony and/or during speeches.
To see our Wine and Champagne Menu click here

Rehearsal/Reception Drink Options

Open Bar Tab

You simply choose at what amount you would like to cap your open bar bill.
You can choose to limit the types of alcohol served or have the full bar open.

To see our Bar Menu click here

Chairs for Ceremony & Reception

White Event Chairs: $5 per person

Table Cloths

~Special Poplin Table Cloths – $2 each
~Special Poplin Napkins – $4 per person

Plate Chargers

An elegant and exotic touch to add to your tables!
Let your guests enjoy the beautiful set up upon arrival to their seats.

Price: $3 each

Floral Table Arrangements

A most delightful way to add color and tropical ambiance to each of your tables.

Note: We will need to determine your Seating Arrangement Plan first to be able to correctly determine the amount of tables needed and therefore the amount of tropical floral arrangements.

Tropical Bouquets

A variety of flower arrangements to choose from!
If you prefer a different Bouquet please send us a picture and we will be happy too see if it can be made.

Tropical Orchid

Tropical Meets Traditional (orange, red, creme)

Tropical Meets Traditional (white, yellow, green)

Tropical Lily

Tropical Meets Traditional (pink, purple, white)

Modern Traditional (pink, white, green)

Tropical Boutonnieres

Choose from these tropical boutonnieres for the Groom and complement it with boutonnieres for the Groomsmen Special Requests are welcome.

Bird of Paradise

Ginger

Classic Orchid

Purple Orchid

Pink & Orange Rose (other colors available)

Pink Orchid

Topical Leis, Crowns & Hand Corsages

Floral Leis & Crowns

A great way to welcome your guests to your Ceremony in island fashion!

Floral Leis & Crowns

A great way to welcome your guests to your Ceremony in island fashion!

Wedding DJ

Luz López, a great DJ will play all the latest hits, best classics and latin & caribbean songs to get you and your guests on the dance floor! Special requests are always welcome.

Have her play dinner music or just play during the party.
Luz also has her own radio show at the UCR (University of CR)

Price: $1,300

Fire-Dancing Show

Amaze your guests with a show of intricate dancing with fire complemented by music. Simply awe-inspiring.

Price: $975

Live Band

Live Costa Rican band with a great variety of latin songs. Any special requests are welcome!

$1,950 – $2,800 for 4 hours

Wedding Music

One Guitarist

1.) Welcome music as guests arrive and get seated (25 Minutes)

2.) Ceremony (Aisle walks)

3.) Post Ceremony/Cocktail Hour (45 Minutes)

Beach Bonfire

Enjoy a blazing bonfire on the beach during your reception celebration.

Price: $150

Please check the following websites of our recommended photographers, once you have decided which one you like please let us know and we will be happy to check their availability for your date and have the photographer contact you with prices and details
Once we put you in contact and you have decided on your package/lenght of time please let us know so that we can add it to your quote. Please ask us about the payment method as it may be different depending on which photographer you choose.

Wedding Extras For You And Yours

Extras for the Bride & Groom

  • Champagne/Wine in your room upon arrival
    Price range: $60 to $150 (depending on type of Champagne or Wine desired)
    To see our Champagne & Wine Menu click here
  • Tropical Fruit Basket in your room upon arrival
    Price: Either $30 or $40 (depending on quantity of fruit)
  • Bottle of Select Wine & Appetizers for Two
    Price range: $46-$86 (depending on type of Wine desired)
    To see our appetizer options click here
    To see our Champagne & Wine Menu click here
  • Romantic Beach Dining
    For Details please click here

Extras for Your Guests

  • Tropical Guest Gifts
    A nice welcome gift for your guests to be placed in their room upon arrival
    Costa Rican Expresso Roast – Ground (340 grams/12 ounces)
    Costa Rican Expresso Roast – Whole Bean (340 grams/12 ounces)

  • Champagne/Wine in your room upon arrival
    Price range: $60 to $150 (depending on type of Champagne or Wine desired)
    To see our Champagne & Wine Menu click here
  • Tropical Fruit Basket in room upon arrival
    Price: Either $30 or $40 (depending on quantity of fruit)
  • Seating Arrangement Place Cards
    Price: $2 per card/person. You can send us a design to print on each card if you like.
  • Bride & Bridesmaids Spa Package, Parents of Wedding couple Package:
    10% overall discount over any Spa Ylang Ylang treatment when pre-booked. For Spa Menu click here
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