Hard Rock vs The Excellence Collection 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
- The Excellence Collection has the cheaper entry package: $950 against $3,500 at the cheapest Hard Rock resort.
- Hard Rock's free package covers more guests: up to 32, against 2.
| Hard Rock | The Excellence Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Resorts listed | 4 | 8 |
| Resorts with a free package | 4 of 4 | 8 of 8 |
| Most guests in a free package | 32 | 2 |
| Cheapest paid package | $3,500 | $950 |
| Median cheapest package | $3,500 | $950 |
| 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 | 6 of 8 |
| Same-sex weddings stated | 4 of 4 | 0 of 8 |
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
The Excellence Collection
How to get the free package
- Lovebirds ($950) is complimentary with a wedding party of 20 paid room nights; guest list required. Couple only, symbolic ceremony at 11:00 AM; cannot be combined with the complimentary honeymoon or anniversary package. (8 resorts)
Resorts, cheapest package first