Hard Rock vs Karisma weddings
Both chains have resorts in Mexico and Dominican Republic. Every figure below is a count or range over the resorts that publish it; the resort pages have each one’s own list and source.
Where they differ
- Karisma has the cheaper entry package: $1,100 against $3,500 at the cheapest Hard Rock resort.
| Hard Rock | Karisma | |
|---|---|---|
| Resorts listed | 4 | 5 |
| Resorts with a free package | 4 of 4 | 5 of 5 |
| Most guests in a free package | 32 | 32 |
| Cheapest paid package | $3,500 | $1,100 |
| Median cheapest package | $3,500 | $1,100 |
| Outside vendor fee | $1,500 (4 of 4) | not published |
| Day pass for non-staying guests | $136–$192 (4 of 4) | not published |
| Largest ceremony venue | 1000 guests | not published |
| Adults-only resorts | 1 of 4 | 1 of 5 |
| Same-sex weddings stated | 4 of 4 | 0 of 5 |
Hard Rock
How to get the free package
- Non-refundable $500 deposit to confirm date; book at least 30 days ahead (a $1,000 fee applies if reserved 30 days or less before). No minimum nights, room category or room count. (4 resorts)
Resorts, cheapest package first
Karisma
How to get the free package
- Book 7+ rooms, each for at least 3 nights, through Karisma Groups (contract) or a tour operator; ceremonies any day (4 resorts)
- Can be complimentary, but the resort does not publish how to qualify (1 resort)
Resorts, cheapest package first
- Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma$1,100
- Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Cancun by Karisma$1,100
- Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya by Karisma - Adults Only$1,100
- Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana$1,100
- Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya - Gourmet All Inclusive by Karisma$1,399