5 Tips for planning a wedding at a luxury hotel in Hua Hin
Ocean breezes in your hair, the sun on your face, and the sound of waves crashing in the background as you exchange your vows. You can already picture how beautiful your wedding in Hua Hin will be. And with so many luxury hotels, like Aviyana Hua Hin, offering all-inclusive wedding packages, planning should be easy, right? Definitely!
But even with everything taken care of, there are still decisions to make, from choosing the right season to overseeing the travel and accommodation logistics. So, to help you out, here are 5 tips on how you can make your dream wedding in Hua Hin come true, minus the headaches.
1. Pick the right season
It’s true that Thailand is beautiful all year round. However, while Hua Hin doesn’t have four distinct seasons, it cycles through three: cool, hot, and rainy. When it comes to weddings, getting the timing right makes all the difference.
Hua Hin is generally at its best during the cool season from November to February. With clear skies, golden sunshine, and a comfortable breeze, it’s the perfect season for a beachfront ceremony or a garden wedding under the stars. The heat is mild, the humidity stays in check, and there’s little chance of rain crashing your party.
The hot season arrives in March and stays until June. And yes, it’s hot, with the temperature averaging around 29ºC. Still, the days are bright, the skies are crisp, and there’s often a cooling afternoon breeze. So, if sunshine-drenched wedding photos are your goal, you can still consider this season. Just make sure there are shaded areas (and plenty of chilled drinks) to keep your guests comfortable.
From July to October, the rainy season takes over. Mornings are usually clear, but afternoon showers can roll in unexpectedly. The rain rarely lasts long, but it’s enough to make an indoor backup plan essential. Unless a dramatic monsoon wedding is the vision, it’s best to stick to venues with both indoor and outdoor options.
If you’re locked into a specific date, the safest bet is to choose a wedding hotel in Hua Hin with flexible venue options, which brings us to our next tip.
2. Choose a venue that matches your dream theme
Many wedding hotels in Hua Hin provide a variety of venues so couples can find a setting that matches their vision. Aviyana Hua Hin, for example, has four stunning venues.
The first one is Miss T Beach Café. If you’ve always wanted to have the ocean as your witness as you say ‘I do,’ this is the venue for you. In its 300 sqm beachfront space, you can have sundowners, cocktail receptions, or beautiful pre-wedding traditions like mehendi and the chuda ceremony. This venue accommodates 300 guests cocktail-style or 200 for a sit-down dinner.
Aviyana’s 1,400 sqm lawn is another great option for outdoor weddings. You can easily transform it with floral arches, fairy lights, and a lively dance floor for a dreamy garden soirée. Plus, it can accommodate up to 1,500 guests if a grand reception under the stars is your vision.
Aviyana Hua Hin also offers the AVOWS Ballroom for couples who want a more polished, formal reception. Spanning a total of 700 sqm, including a ballroom and a pre-function area, this elegant venue can accommodate up to 300 guests for a banquet dinner or up to 700 cocktail-style.
Of course, no wedding is just about the big day itself. Sometimes, you want to make it a full experience with welcome dinners, post-wedding brunches, and everything in between.
The last venue, Pomelo All-Day Dining Restaurant, is perfect for such events. With 375 sqm of indoor and outdoor space, it can host 400 guests for cocktails or 300 for a sit-down meal. Moreover, it doubles as a backup venue during the rainy season.
3. Opt for a stress-free wedding package
Why deal with multiple vendors when a hotel can handle it all? Many luxury hotels in Hua Hin, including Aviyana, offer wedding packages that cover (almost) everything. While some packages may require you to arrange your own entertainment, most include the essentials, such as wedding cakes, bridal hair and makeup, and personalised touches. Therefore, you can focus on enjoying your big day.
Aviyana Hua Hin separates their packages into three, based on ceremonial style. Your option includes:
Western weddings
A Western-style wedding typically follows a more familiar format, which includes an aisle, an exchange of vows, and a reception. The reception itself can range from an intimate beachfront dinner to a grand ballroom celebration, depending on your vision and guest list.
Aviyana’s Western Wedding Package includes ceremonial floral arrangements, a bridal bouquet and groom’s boutonniere, a wedding cake, and even a one-hour Thai massage for the couple to relax before the big day. A hair and makeup session for the bride and a private pool villa stay.
Thai weddings
For Thai couples, or if one of you is Thai, Aviyana Hua Hin can take care of your traditional Thai wedding ceremony. The package includes everything you need for a traditional celebration, such as beautiful floral arrangements, ceremonial furniture, a wedding certificate (non-legal), and a special candlelit dinner for the newlyweds. You can also enjoy a one-night stay in a luxurious pool villa, complete with honeymoon decorations and a romantic breakfast the next morning.
The ceremony often begins with a Khan Mak Procession, where the groom and his family present symbolic gifts to the bride’s family. This is followed by the Rod Nam Sang water-pouring ritual, where elders bless the couple’s union. Many couples also choose to include a Buddhist Blessing Ceremony, where monks chant prayers and offer their blessings for a harmonious marriage.
Indian weddings
If you or your partner have Indian heritage, Aviyana Hua Hin’s Indian Wedding Package lets you celebrate every special moment, from the Mehndi and Sangeet to the Baraat and Mandap ceremony, in their beautiful venues.
In addition to the venues, the Indian Wedding Package also includes a grand Mandap setup for your wedding rituals, expert planning and decoration, as well as customised catering options so you can include a variety of authentic Indian dishes.
4. Consider accommodation for your guests
Is your wedding in Hua Hin a destination wedding? If yes, then it’s important to keep in mind that not everyone is thrilled about travelling for your nuptials. Brace yourself for the usual grumbles like “Flights are too expensive!” or “How do I even find accommodation?!”. But don’t take it personally, the ones who do show up will thank you for giving them a solid excuse for a vacation.
The smartest move is to get ahead of the inevitable accommodation anxiety. If your dream wedding is happening at Aviyana Hua Hin, you’re in luck because they have options for every kind of guest, from deluxe garden-view rooms to beachfront villas and even a two-bedroom presidential suite for VIPs. You might even swing a group discount, so don’t be afraid to negotiate.
That said, some guests might prefer to stay elsewhere, or the hotel could fill up fast. Offer a second alternative nearby. The goal is to keep your guests happy enough that their only concern is which cocktail to order at your wedding reception.
5. Make it a full experience
You’re having a wedding in paradise, so why not make it a full experience? Many couples are now opting for a wedding weekend, especially if it’s a destination wedding.
Aviyana Hua Hin makes it easy to turn your wedding into a multi-day celebration. Start with a welcome dinner to bring everyone together, add a sunset cocktail hour to entertain your guests, and end with a relaxed post-wedding brunch by the beach.
Finally, don’t forget the experience of the bride and groom. Aviyana Hua Hin already includes pre-wedding spa treatments and a romantic breakfast the morning after, but you can add more personalised touches if you want to make the celebration even more special.
A luxury wedding in Hua Hin sounds like the kind of romantic dream that Pinterest boards are made of, with beachfront vows, tropical breezes, and five-star service. And with these tips in mind, you can make your dream wedding come true without all the stress.
For more information about Aviyana Hua Hin and their wedding packages, please visit their website.
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