Hard Rock vs Riu weddings

Both chains have resorts in Dominican Republic and Mexico. 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

  • Riu has the cheaper entry package: $1,099 against $3,500 at the cheapest Hard Rock resort.
  • Hard Rock's free package covers more guests: up to 32, against 10.
Hard RockRiu
Resorts listed438
Resorts with a free package4 of 438 of 38
Most guests in a free package3210
Cheapest paid package$3,500$1,099
Median cheapest package$3,500$1,099
Outside vendor fee$1,500 (4 of 4)$350 (1 of 38)
Day pass for non-staying guests$136–$192 (4 of 4)$90–$100 (4 of 38)
Largest ceremony venue1000 guests350 guests
Adults-only resorts1 of 413 of 38
Same-sex weddings stated4 of 418 of 38

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

Riu

How to get the free package

  • No minimum rooms; eligible with the purchase of any room category. Valid for the USA and Canada markets. Maximum 30 guests. Symbolic, renewal and legal ceremony services cost extra. (38 resorts)

Resorts, cheapest package first