Celebrate a traditional Mexican wedding in a Guadalajara hotel
A traditional wedding in Mexico is always an attractive way to celebrate a marriage, starting with a ceremony in a baroque church or an ancient ceremony and continuing with a loud and colorful party that can last until the next day. The picture of you and your significant other in a Mexican dream wedding in the emblematic city of Guadalajara, Jalisco, is just a 5-minute read away.
What is a Traditional Mexican Wedding?
Weddings in Guadalajara, Mexico, are certainly popular, and what makes them special is the beautiful way in which cultural heritage, religious customs, and family values blend. But what are the details to have a wedding this lovely? Don’t worry, our team of wedding specialists will help you organize every detail:
The religious ceremony
Many traditional weddings include a Catholic Mass, which is a solemn and sacred part of the ceremony. Other ceremonies or rituals can be held in our hotel.
Padrinos and Madrinas
These are godparents chosen to support the couple throughout their marriage. They play significant roles in the ceremony and reception. If you would like your pet to take this special place, our pet-friendly hotel can make it possible.
Arras & Lazo
The groom presents the bride with 13 gold coins known as “arras”, a symbol of his commitment to support her. A large ribbon of rosary beads (“lazo”) is also placed around the couple’s shoulders in the shape of an eight to symbolize their union.
Tornaboda
This is an after-party that continues the celebration with more food, music, and dancing. Your guests will be delighted to know their accommodation is just a floor above or below, and they will have a preferential rate if they stay in our hotel.
Say “I Do” in the Right Place
Guadalajara weddings can be held in a variety of stunning places that cater to different tastes and preferences, suchs as the 5-star hotel Presidente InterContinental Guadalajara. In our wedding venues, couples can choose a majestic ballroom or an intimate lounge, the only rule is to be surrounded by those you cherish.
Style, elegance, and plenty of room for the traditional dance with the parents, our Great Tequila room accommodates up to 800 guests. Amatitan, on the other hand, is a room made up of three: Arandas, Analco and Arenal, perfect for 200 people.
Our wedding venues in Guadalajara alsoinclude Damajuana, a modern space that can be decorated according to your preferences, and it can host 70 guests. Mexcalli and Maguey, another great wedding halls, are more intimate, 30 of your close friends and family will celebrate your love in a private ceremony.
Have a traditional wedding in Mexico as You Dreamed it!
Presidente InterContinental Guadalajara will make sure your traditional wedding in Mexico is exactly how you always dreamed it would be. Contact us to guide you through our services such as advantages and convenient packages and let us be part of your love story!
