The cosmopolitan San Juan Marriott isn't merely a wedding location. The hotel's staff takes a couple's dream and turns it into an event. The staff of certified wedding planners can handle any special issue from ethnic to military, including the display of specific flags. Your planner can help you set a budget; choose a menu; arrange table settings; and find florists, photographers and entertainment. Guests will find five restaurants, an exciting lobby lounge, a 24-hour casino, two tennis courts and a wide stretch of beach. THE FINE PRINT Rooms 525 rooms and suites Top Ceremony Site Marry outdoors on a scenic strip of Atlantic coastline as your family and friends witness your vows, or join hands on the Condado Terrace, a private area that fits 200 and is steps from the beach. Local Twist Get your guests in the groove with salsa lessons at the rehearsal dinner, and book a band to keep thecaliente rhythm going through the reception. Wedding Contact Omar Negron, omar.negron@marriotthotels.com Reservations 800-228-9290, sanjuanweddings.com, from $239/night
The San Juan Marriott, located in trendy Condado Beach, is a pampering high-rise getaway with a beautiful beach and an elaborately landscaped pool area. More than 9,000 feet of recently renovated event space makes it a natural for ceremonies and receptions of all sizes. The hotel, offering a discreetly chic ambience, will create a function for up to 800 people, something intimate for a twosome, or anything in between.
Reception Picks Enjoy breathtaking views surrounded by greenery as you party with up to 150 on the Upper Deck Ocean Terrace. Dine and dance with as many as 800 in the Grand Ballroom, an opulent space with crystal chandeliers.
