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Blessed with unique rock formations, desert landscapes, and mild weather, Arizona’s natural beauty is unmatchable. It is no wonder thousands of happy couples tie the knot in the Grand Canyon State every year. Below is a round up of some of Arizona’s most memorable wedding venues. 

Hotels

Ritz-Carlton Tucson

Located on the foothills of Dove Mountain, the Ritz-Carlton offers a breathtaking venue in the heart of the Tucson Desert. Couples can work directly with the onsite wedding advisor to plan their dream celebration. The Ritz requires a minimum of 25 guests for its wedding packages. 

Hyatt Regency, Scottsdale

This lush venue features indoor and outdoor areas just steps away from the hotel’s 493 guest rooms. Views of the stunning McDowell Mountains are visible from every angle of the 27-acre property. Couples can also choose between two elegant ballrooms to host their reception. 

Mountain Shadows Resort, Scottsdale

The Resort has a well-deserved reputation as a luxury wedding destination. Every catering menu is crafted by notable chef, Charles Wiley. Wedding packages include pre-wedding day events, such as bachelor and bachelorette parties, and rehearsal dinners. The bridal party can indulge in a rejuvenating spa-day before getting into their wedding shapewear and gowns. 

Outdoors

Enchantment Resort

A popular choice for destination weddings, the Enchantment Resort makes the most of Sedona’s iconic rock formations. The resort’s professional event planning team can help couples select from several venue options, including indoor ballrooms. Wedding packages include a banquet menu, catering staff, and beautiful centerpieces.

Regency Garden

This Mesa venue has hosted weddings for nearly two decades. The outdoor space is modeled after traditional European grounds and features whimsical fountains, mature trees, and a variety of flowering shrubs. 

The Regency Garden can accommodate up to 200 guests in its ceremony spaces.  While dressing rooms for the groom and bridal parties are available on site, there is no overnight accommodation at the garden. Guests can stay at one of the many nearby hotels in Mesa.

Saguaro Lake Ranch

Couples and their guests will be delighted by the unmistakably southwestern vistas offered at the Saguaro Lake Ranch. The picturesque Bulldog Mountains make an impressive background for any outdoor wedding ceremony. In addition to wedding planning services, the Ranch also provides endless recreational activities, from water sports to horseback riding. Guests can stay at the on-site inn or retreat to any of the rustic cabinnettes that dot the desert ranch landscape. 

Mansions

Heritage Square

Heritage Square serves as Phoenix historical district and contains the only remaining residences from the Victorian era. Residents and out of towners alike can rent the outdoor pavilion and rose garden or the front steps of the well-appointed Rosson House to celebrate their special day. The site can accommodate up to 1000 guests. However, due to its popularity, reservations should be made at least 12 months in advance. 

The Z Mansion

Recently named Tuscon’s best wedding venues by Wedding Spot magazine, the Z Mansion is perfect for couples looking for an elegant, yet contemporary venue. The mansion’s Neoclassical facade and lush gardens provide timeless backgrounds for wedding photos. The Mansion passed through the hands of several prominent Arizonians, including the Wright, Zellweger, and Pinkerton families. The Hill family have owned the mansion since 2003 with the mission to provide a beautiful and affordable wedding venue. 

Ashley Castle

Although it opened its doors in 2006, this Chandler estate is heavy on old European charm. The castle’s owners lovingly decorated the estate’s interior with antique features invoke a truly medieval ambiance. The grounds include all the staples of a royal garden, including a sculpture park and a wrought iron gazebo. 

Unusual

Sedona Golf Resort

As one of the greenest spaces in Sedona, the Sedona Golf Resort is an ideal venue for nature lovers. The resort offers comprehensive wedding packages including catering and beverages. The venue also works with a list of pre-selected vendors to provide other services, such as photography, hair and makeup, and flower arrangements. Grooms can also enjoy a complimentary round of golf. 

Ice House

Located in downtown Phoenix, the Ice House is a unique space that offers an elevated industrial warehouse feel. The space itself is a beautiful blank slate that couples can decorate exactly as they wish. While the Ice House can provide wedding coordination services, couples can also choose to work with outside vendors. This flexibility makes Ice House the venue of choice for couples looking for a very unique experience.

Monroe Abbey

As the name suggests, this wedding venue began its life as a Baptist church in the late 19th century. After being renovated several times, the building caught fire and was in danger of being demolished. In 1993, A local organization purchased and renovated the Abbey. Today, it is one of Phoenix’s unique wedding venues. While several lucky couples have received permission to tie the knot in the historic space, permission is not always granted.