What happens when a mermaid at heart gets married? She plans a beach wedding, of course! Beach weddings are incredibly popular with good reason: The sun, waves, and the sand provide an effortlessly beautiful backdrop for you to recite your vows, after all. Imagine yourself in a breezy white frock, hem blowing in the wind as you walk barefoot on the sand towards the next stage in your life.
There’s something so warm and intimate about a seaside wedding—they have a naturally carefree vibe, and its paradise-like setting makes it a perfect and memorable getaway for you and your guests for the weekend! Still, not everyone has the time nor the budget to whisk themselves and their entire wedding party away to an island. Whether you’re planning something beachy yet convenient for your guests or you don’t have an entire weekend available, why not consider a nearby beach wedding venue? Your guests can easily make the drive to and from while still appreciating its knockout surroundings.
Got your heart set on a beach wedding, beach babe? Check out some of our nearby recommendations from Manila!
The Lighthouse Marina Resort
Travel time: About two to three hours from Manila
While the setting is not quite your usual bohemian beach wedding, The Lighthouse Marina Resort does have a striking lighthouse and is located along Subic Bay—perfect for elegant and nautical themes! The venue boasts of an elegant and luxurious atmosphere with its seaside location as the perfect setting. The Lighthouse Marina Resort also has 34 tasteful suites that can perfectly host you and your wedding party for a weekend affair to remember!
Location: Lighthouse Drive, Central Business District, Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Subic, Zambales.
Montemar Beach Club
Travel time: About three hours from Manila
Montemar Beach Club in Bataan is a popular choice for the most stylish out-of-town weddings, and it's not difficult to see why! Imagine getting married against a backdrop of rocky cliffs and powdery sand, just beside lush green grass that harmoniously brings together the best of nature. The Montemar setting is perfect for beachside weddings with a tad more polish, ideal for a bride and her guests who enjoy the visuals of a tropical wedding without worrying about sand getting in the food, for example. Plus, you can lead the party on a stroll along the shoreline afterwards for that much-coveted sunset picture!
Location: Sitio Pasinay, Brgy. Pag-Asa, Bagac, Bataan.
Zambawood
Travel time: About three to four hours from Manila
Bohemian brides will get a kick out of Zambawood as their wedding venue, a dreamy location that allows you to exchange vows in the great outdoors. While Zambawood is about a 3-hour drive from Manila, this resort offers an immediate change of scenery from the bustling metro. Each area of this sprawling property offers a picturesque setting for your nuptials: in the midst of a forest of pine trees for that free-spirited vibe, or just right by the coast for breezy nuptials where you can tie the knot beside the blue sea.
Location: Zambawood Beach House Fernandez Compound Purok 1B, Bario La Paz, San Narciso, Zambales.
Anvaya Cove Beach & Nature Club
Travel time: About two to three hours from Manila
For a tropical wedding that mixes the charm of the outdoors with a luxurious touch, look no further than Anvaya Cove by Ayala Land Premier. If you’re especially looking for exclusivity, Anvaya can guarantee it as this beach club is members-only—to get married, you would need to be a member of the club or have a member sponsor your wedding. Aside from a flawless shoreline, Anvaya is home to many picturesque sights that are perfect for nailing those pre-ceremonial and post-ceremonial photos!
Location: Barangay Sabang and Mabayo, Morong, Bataan.
Camaya Coast
Travel time: One hour from Manila (by ferry) or between three to four hours (by car)
A three-hour drive from Manila, Camaya Coast is a premier beach and leisure resort along the shoreline of Mariveles, the southernmost tip of Bataan. While the drive is a bit of a winding journey, the view of lush mountains, powdery sand and crystal blue seas make it well worth it. Beautiful sights and amenities abound, yet Camaya has grown to become one of the most family-friendly destinations with fun activities like kayaking and a waterpark—good news for your younger relatives and guests! If you don’t feel like bringing a car, no worries: there’s a ferry shuttle at the Esplanade Terminal in Pasay City that will take you directly to the resort in an hour!
Location: Camaya Coast is located at Sitio Wain, Mariveles, Bataan.
Acuatico Resort
Travel time: About three to four hours from Manila
Batangas has hosted its fair share of picturesque beachfront weddings, and Acuatico Resort is one of the province’s most popular choices. A sophisticated coastal retreat in Laiya, San Juan, Acuatico hosts stunning and luxurious suites as well as other prime amenities, ensuring that your guests will have a wonderful and relaxing time. Acuatico also has its own wedding butler and onsite wedding specialist that will help you plan your big day and turn it into a beautiful beachfront affair.
Location: Laiya, San Juan, Batangas.
Kawayan Cove
Travel time: About two to three hours from Manila
Batangas’ coastline and clear waters may be more well known for divers and snorkelers, but it does have its share of few swimming beaches, Kawayan Cove being no exception. Touted as having “the best swimming beach” in Nasugbu, the venue makes it easy to make your dreams of becoming a barefoot bride come true. A seaside residential community, the Kawayan Cove is a 68-hectare community, with its own green and sprawling communal spaces apart from its beach amenities. Its dreamy and romantic location allows for a classic and polished wedding even by the beach. Take note, though: you would also need a member of the club to endorse you in order for you to hold the wedding there.
Location: Nasugbu, Batangas.
Club Punta Fuego
Travel time: About two to three hours from Manila
Another notable resort along the coast of Nasugbu is the ever-popular and gorgeous Club Punta Fuego. Many weddings have been held at Club Punta Fuego, and it continues to be a nearby beachfront nuptial destination with its own chapel for Catholic couples, although you can certainly hold a ceremony against its scenic landscape. Club Punta Fuego also specializes in grand beach weddings, which include a sit-down dinner service in one of its packages, as well as a two-night stay in its bridal suit for the happy couple.
Location: Barangay Balaytigue, Nasugbu, Batangas.
Acuaverde Resort
Travel time: About two to three hours from Manila
Thinking of including your pet at the wedding? Another popular Batangas wedding destination is Acuaverde Resort, a memorable beachfront property with a modern tropical vibe along Laiya in San Juan that offers the best of rest and relaxation, as well as the chance to have a serene yet pet-friendly beach wedding. Aside from its usual amenities such as a spa and water sports activities, the resort also has its own Pet Zone that allows your furbaby to have an equally enjoyable getaway. Acuaverde has hosted several beautiful beach weddings in the past—now is your chance to have your furry friend join in on the fun!
Location: Laiya, San Juan, Batangas.
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