Choosing a Wedding Venue in Thailand – What you Should Know
If you are planning to tie the knot with your soulmate in the tropical paradise of Thailand, you are no doubt filled with excitement and probably are a little anxious. It’s not every day that you make a lifelong commitment and with much to arrange, choosing a suitable wedding venue will be at the forefront of your mind.
Create a guest list
Prior to looking at venues, you should sit down with your partner and create a guest list; this can be challenging, but eventually, you will have a list and with a firm budget in mind, you are ready to start looking at potential venues for your wedding party.
Top-rated Bangkok Hotels
For those arranging a wedding in Bangkok, there are many 5-star hotels with awesome facilities, perfect for hosting themed weddings. Spend a few hours browsing various websites and when you find a hotel that seems to tick all your boxes, pay them a visit and explore the venue. They would have event staff whose job it is to assist wedding couples plan their big day. Once they know your budget, they can put together a package that meets your needs.
Made to measure wedding attire
Bangkok has many affordable tailor shops, many of which specialise in wedding suits and gowns; they can come to your hotel for the fitting and you won’t find better prices anywhere! If you would like to wear matching wedding suits or traditional Thai attire, they can create the perfect garments. One of the best ways to source a Bangkok tailor is to post on some of the expat groups on Facebook, where you will find positive reviews. Indeed, the hotel would definitely be able to recommend a wedding attire tailor, which is probably better than choosing a shop at random.
Booking hotel suites
If you have family and friends flying in specifically for your wedding, they will need a hotel and by using the same hotel that hosts your wedding party, everybody wins! You might get a discount if some of your guests book rooms, which is very handy. You and your partner should hire their honeymoon suite for one night, then you can both leave for your honeymoon after a delicious breakfast.
Book in advance
5-star hotels in Bangkok are very busy, especially during wedding season, which is November to January, so if you are planning for a 2025 wedding, make sure you book the venue as soon as you confirm your dates. If you are still in your home country, you can make a booking via the hotel’s website, which secures that date; you may have to pay a deposit and also confirm your event as the date approaches. Click here for things to consider when choosing a wedding venue.
Many couples choose Thailand for their wedding, especially from November to February, which is high season in Thailand; this means you should book your event as soon as you confirm the dates, otherwise you might be disappointed.
Make an appointment with an event manager at the venue
Once you have settled on a venue, make an appointment via their website, then you can meet an event manager and start to plan your wedding reception. Discuss the various services and you can agree on a price for the event; insist on an all-inclusive price, so you won’t get a nasty surprise when you settle up.
Check out online reviews
Of course, there are many 5-star hotels in the City of Angels and one of the best ways to discover how people feel about a venue is to search the web for customer reviews. Usually, the venue will ask the married couple to leave a review and when you see hundreds of happy couples, it gives you peace of mind. The best hotels have a reputation to consider and will always go that extra mile to make a client happy and they have all the fixtures, fittings and trimmings to cater for any theme.
To conclude, Bangkok is a top choice for couples looking to make it official, which is why there are many 5-star hotels dedicated to hosting weddings and major events. We hope that your wedding is a special occasion and the reception is perfect; book your honeymoon in Phuket and celebrate your union in style.
