LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort is a beloved AAA Four Diamond property on the Gulf of Mexico that offers an intimate, boutique-style alternative to larger Naples resort weddings. Its private beach, lush tropical landscaping, and warm Caribbean-inspired design create a relaxed luxury atmosphere where celebration feels natural rather than choreographed. The resort's beachfront ceremony lawn faces directly west for unobstructed Gulf sunsets, while its well-appointed ballroom handles indoor receptions with understated elegance. LaPlaya's attentive events team and smaller scale ensure that couples receive genuinely personalized attention throughout their planning process.
Best seasons to marry here
Plan your day here
When are you getting married?
Pick a day and I'll work out the light for it — sunset here, when golden hour opens, and the ceremony time that puts you inside it.
Planning your timeline
| Month | Sunset | Ceremony | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:56 PM | 3:56 PM | 1.7″ |
| February | 6:20 PM | 4:20 PM | 1.4″ |
| March | 7:35 PM | 5:35 PM | 1.9″ |
| April | 7:50 PM | 5:50 PM | 2.5″ |
| May | 8:06 PM | 6:06 PM | 2.8″ |
| June | 8:20 PM | 6:20 PM | 7.4″ |
| July | 8:21 PM | 6:21 PM | 7.8″ |
| August | 8:03 PM | 6:03 PM | 8.9″ |
| September | 7:32 PM | 5:32 PM | 8.6″ |
| October | 6:59 PM | 4:59 PM | 3.9″ |
| November | 5:38 PM | 3:38 PM | 1.4″ |
| December | 5:37 PM | 3:37 PM | 1.3″ |
Sunset times are calculated for this venue's coordinates, shown in EDT for the 15th of each month in 2026. Golden hour is the 60 minutes before sunset. The ceremony start is my rule of thumb — about 2 hours before sunset, so a short ceremony and family photos still leave the two of you in golden light. Adjust it to your own timeline. Average temperatures and rainfall are NOAA 1991–2020 normals from NAPLES MUNI AP, 2 miles away.
Amenities & Inclusions
Catering
Exclusive in-house catering
Bar / Alcohol
Full bar through resort
Music Curfew
11:00 PM
Rental Hours
5 hrs included
Vendors
In-house catering required; some flexibility
Rain Backup Plan
Indoor ballroom available
Hurricane Season Note
June–November; Gulf beachfront; indoor alternatives available
Verify Before You Book
Verify current packages, capacity, and pricing
Rob Craven
Lead Photographer
Sunset Direction
West-facing Gulf — spectacular sunset ceremony backdrop
Shade Coverage
Moderate — resort gardens; beach exposed
Best Shots & Hidden Gems
Private Gulf beach ceremony, tropical resort grounds, west-facing sunset lawn, beachfront pool terrace, Caribbean-style architecture
9891 Gulf Shore Dr
Naples, FL
Parking
On-site parking; valet available
Nearest Airport
Southwest Florida International (RSW) · 32 mi
Guest Hotels
On-site; The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Naples Grande Beach Resort
