Destination weddings are all the rage these days, thanks to all the celebrities setting the trend. Having a destination wedding ensures much more intimate ceremonies as you are far away from home.

If you are looking for wedding destinations in Mumbai, then here is a list for your reference.

Destination weddings can be more expensive than local ones; however, it's far more fun as only the closest friends and family get invited. Mumbai is a city that never sleeps, and hosting a wedding here would guarantee the availability of all the things you need for your wedding ceremonies.

Here is a list of the best wedding venues in Mumbai:

1. Beach Front Terrace at Sun N Sand, Juhu

If you are one of those who love the beach and sea, then this Sun N Sand venue at Juhu is a perfect choice. Imagine getting married at the beachside as the sun sets in the background. That is how scenic the wedding venue at Beach Front Terrace at Sun N Sand (Juhu) is, with its large open courtyard and manicured gardens. Furthermore, the location is 5.2 km away from the Chattrapati Shivaji International Airport.

Best time to host wedding: October-March

Max Capacity: 1000 (Floating) & 700 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹18 lakhs- ₹20 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

Tips: The location is 20 minutes away from Airport, so individuals can book rooms for the guests one day before the ceremonies begin.

2. The Leela Palace, Andheri

When one thinks of opulent destination weddings, The Leela is the first venue that comes to mind. The Leela hotel chains are renowned for their hospitality and out-of-this-world wedding venue decorations. Further, they have a team consisting of highly experienced event managers who will make your wedding planning process more manageable.

Best time to host wedding: September-April

Max Capacity: 700 (Floating) & 450 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹15 lakhs- ₹17 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

3. Jade Garden, Dr Ambedkar Road

Jade Garden, located in posh South Mumbai, is a prime location for hosting extravagant wedding ceremonies. This venue has a glorious history of 30 years of planning grand ceremonies. Moreover, the venue has expert wedding planners who oversee the entire administration.

Best time to host wedding: September-March

Max Capacity: 800 (Floating) & 500 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹6 lakhs- ₹7 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

Tips: Wedding guests should be mindful that they cannot burst firecrackers inside the venue.

4. Taj Mahal Palace, Colaba

The Taj Mahal Palace is arguably the most iconic venue for hosting a destination wedding in Mumbai. This quintessential hotel features banquet halls, rooftops, and poolside lawns that you can book for your wedding ceremonies.

Best time to host wedding: January-July

Max Capacity: 650 (Floating) & 450 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹70 lakhs- ₹1.5 crores approx. (package)

Tips: Find the right price from the official webiste as actual prices may increase during booking.

5. Royal Western India Turf Club, Mahalakshmi

Turf Club is renowned for its open-air wedding parties. Moreover, couples in Mumbai often coordinate their wedding dates with the availability of this venue. It is an iconic landmark in Mumbai and was also included in the "heritage structures of India'' list.

Best time to host wedding: September-February

Max Capacity: 3000 (Floating)

Average Cost: ₹2.2 lakhs- ₹5 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

Tips: This venue is highly in demand, so remember to book the venue in advance.

Many want to escape from the hectic city life during their wedding ceremonies while opting for a wedding destination. If you want to avoid the hustle and bustle of a big city, then here is a list of venues to host your destination wedding near Mumbai.

6. Fariyas Resort, Lonavala

Fariyas Resort in Lonavala is highly recommended to hold a dreamy wedding ceremony amidst a lush tropical ambience. The location oversees the beautiful valleys of Lonavala. Moreover, this venue is easily accessible from both Pune and Mumbai. Further, this resort has an in-house DJ and a highly cooperating staff team.

Best time to host wedding: October-February

Max Capacity: 400 (Floating) & 300 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹32 lakhs- ₹35 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

Tips: Lonavala experiences heavy rainfall in the month of June-July. Moreover, these months are peak tourist season in Lonavala. So you should avoid planning ceremonies in that month.

7. The Dukes Retreat, Khandala

The venue is near the Old Mumbai-Pune highway; hence it is highly accessible. Additionally, the Western Ghats surround the resort and provide scenic views. Further, their excellent service, superb food, and impressive decoration will make your experience good.

Best time to host wedding: October-February

Max Capacity: 1500 (Floating) & 1000 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹12 lakhs- ₹15 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

Tips: Khandala experiences heavy rainfall during the monsoon seasons, so you might want to avoid hosting your nuptials then.

8. Discover Resorts, Neral, Karjat

The Discover Resorts in Karjat is located on the foothills of the Sahyadri Mountains. Celebrate your D-day in the resort's lavish 75,000 sq. ft lawn. Furthermore, the architecture here is inspired by the buildings in Tuscany. Moreover, this resort's location is extremely travel friendly as it is just 2 hours away from Mumbai by car.

Best time to host wedding: September-February

Max Capacity: 1000 (Floating) & 650 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹7 lakhs- ₹10 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

Tips: Playing loud music is strictly prohibited at late hours, so plan your functions accordingly.

9. Adlabs Imagica, Lonavala

Adlabs Imagica is a dreamy wedding destination near Mumbai. Even though this venue is known for its theme park, the picturesque lagoon and the Imagica castle give the location a straight out of fairytale image. So if you are one of those who have always dreamt of getting married in a castle straight out of English folktales, you should try this place out for your wedding ceremonies.

Best time to host wedding: August-February

Max Capacity: 1500 (Floating) & 1000 (Seating)

Average Cost: ₹4lakhs -₹6 lakhs approx. (100 guests)

Tips: Guests can attend the Imagica parade free of cost.

10. Aamby Valley, Andheri

Aamby Valley is based out of Ambavane in Pune and is a little ahead of Lonavala. The township has beautiful lakes and meadows. Furthermore, Aamby Valley is India's first planned city on the hills. Individuals can choose from Chinook Tak or the E.A.S.T Deck for their wedding ceremonies.

Best time to host wedding: All Year Round

Max Capacity: 2000 (Floating) & 800 (Seating)

Average Cost: Above 1 crore approx. (100 guests)

Tips: Choose outdoor venues if possible as the views are beautiful.

Destination weddings are the rage in today's era. However, fulfilling this dream of having a big fat destination wedding might not be a very affordable option. Here are some tips one can adopt to save expenses for a dreamy destination wedding in Mumbai:

• Prepare a smaller guest list- Invite only those friends and family close to the bride and groom. This will drastically reduce the prices of catering. Moreover, individuals will have fewer rooms to book in the hotel. Furthermore, people should also notify the invitees to RSVP at the earliest. This way one can book only for those guests who will surely attend the wedding.
• Choose a local photographer- While planning a destination wedding, the best thing individuals can do is book a local photographer instead of hiring someone from back home. Employing a local wedding photographer will eliminate the cost of the photographer's travel fare. Additionally, the headache of preparing accommodation for the photographer will also reduce.
• Reduce the decoration cost- Opt for minimal decoration for the wedding venue. Further, individuals can use local products for the wedding décor, like using flowers from the local vendors. Moreover, one can plan to make DIY decorations with the family of both the bride and groom. It can become a fun activity for both parties involved.
• Choose an off-season date- Indian weddings are complicated as different communities can get married on specific months of the year only. However, if individuals do not have such restrictions, they can choose to get married on off-season dates. It will drastically decrease expenses, starting from décor to hotel room prices.
• Miscellaneous expenses- Try cutting down on expenses like local travel expenses, etc. Plan and get quotations from various travel companies who will arrange the cabs for local travel and flight tickets. Choose the one that will provide the services at the lowest price.