Enchanting Wedding Locations
Say “I do” beneath a sunny blue sky, to the rhythmic sound of the crashing surf, in the tropical paradise of St. Kitts. Whether you choose one of our colonial churches, white sandy beaches, or charming historic ruins for your special day, you won’t find a more romantic venue. And rest assured that our Kittitian wedding planners are standing by to help you plan the most romantic day of your life. Here are some of our most unique and beautiful places to tie the knot.
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Brimstone Hill
This 17th-century hilltop fortress 10 miles from Basseterre provides a stunning backdrop for a wedding—with views to one side overlooking the sparkling Caribbean, verdant slopes to the other. At sunset the fort is at its most spectacular, as the ancient stone takes on a golden glow and the sun dips into the turquoise sea.
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Romney Manor
Be swept into the romance of the island’s early colonial days at this historic plantation six miles west of Basseterre. Located in the heart of the estate’s tropical lower garden, a saman tree that is over 300 years old is among Romney Manor’s most popular wedding venues. Other dreamy options include a manicured lawn edged with exotic flowers and an elegant traveler’s palm, and the ruins of a tower adorned with a small water fountain and tropical flowers.
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Spice Mill
Located directly on Cockleshell Beach just a short walk from the Park Hyatt, Spice Mill Restaurant is a beautiful and exceptionally versatile venue for weddings and bridal events. From its open-air dining room overlooking Nevis Peak to the rustic Passion Beach Bar and Blue Caribe Rooftop Bar, its event spaces and pristine beach are magical backdrops for ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and wedding celebrations.
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Carambola Beach Club
Edged by golden sand and the calm Caribbean Sea, Carambola Beach Club is a magical venue for an island wedding. Exchange vows directly on the beach or an outdoor terrace overlooking South Friar’s Bay, then move seamlessly to the open-air, hacienda-style dining room to enjoy local favorites such as fresh-grilled Caribbean lobster tail and Kittitian conch trio, or surprise your guests with a sushi and sake menu.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS TO GET MARRIED ON ST. KITTS
It’s easy to exchange your vows in our tropical paradise. Red tape is kept to a minimum. No residency is required. Couples are only required to obtain a marriage license in St. Kitts and provide the following documents:
- A valid passport or photo ID.
- An original or certified copy of your birth certificates.
- If you’re divorced, a decree absolute (an original or certified copy showing court's stamp or seal).
- If you’re widowed, a copy of the death certificate of the deceased spouse .
- If documents are not in English, they must be accompanied by a notarized translation.
CATHOLIC WEDDINGS
If a Catholic priest is to perform the ceremony, the couple must receive marriage counseling sessions from their parish priest and submit the required Catholic documents. A letter must come from the couple's resident priest verifying that they are unmarried and that they have received the necessary instructions. All Catholic weddings take place in the church.
OTHER RELIGIONS
If an Anglican or other minister of religion is to perform the ceremony, it is recommended to bring a letter from the couple's resident minister verifying that they are known and unmarried. Counseling sessions may be a requirement but can be done by couple’s resident priest.
FEES
The license fee for getting married on St. Kitts is $200.00 (XCD).
The Justice of the Peace may also assess a fee.
WEDDING VENUES
Your ceremony can be held on the grounds of your hotel, in a church of almost any denomination, among historic ruins, in a rustic gazebo in a picturesque garden and, of course, on the beach.
6 a.m. – 6 p.m. for ceremonies presided over by a religious person.
8 a.m. – 6 p.m. if performed by a Magistrate.