Intimate Wedding Venues in the Philippines To Marry The Love of Your Life

Intimate weddings have grown in popularity in the past few years, allowing for couples the opportunity to really share this intimate occasion with only the closest of their loved ones. We all know Pinterest boards have so many wedding venue inspirations from cozy backyard weddings to maybe a huge destination wedding Philippines. If you're considering a small gathering yourself for your upcoming wedding, you might want to consider these "secret" destinations. The locations we've included are underrated, secluded, and can perfectly fit just the right amount of people. Check out our top picks below for intimate wedding locations all around the Philippines.

Can’t decide if you want a garden or beach wedding? At Donatela Hotel, you can have the best of both worlds! With a beach-front view and a forest for its backyard, this boutique hotel is one that’s full of character and charm. Its manageable size won’t be able to host large crowds, but can definitely accommodate a close knit number of friends and family for an intimate set up. Treat your guests to a lovely spa treatment as a thank you while they’re here! If it's a wedding in the Philippines you want, get ready for amazing service and a romantic atmosphere on one of the most important days of your life!

While the big weddings are probably taking place at The Ruins or at Punong Gary’s Place, why not keep it low-key at Ilaya Highland Resort? Invite only a handful of your closest friends and immediate family for a weekend getaway at Ilaya Highland Resort. Apart from the visually appealing beachfront wedding and reception, you can treat your spouse-to-be and as well as your guests to the amazing facilities in the resort. Not only will it be your wedding weekend, but it can also be a holiday for those you love! You and your partner will surely enjoy the the perfect nature escape on your big day!

Be transported back in time at Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar just hours away from Manila! The heritage resort boasts colonial mansions and cobblestone streets that echo the country’s Hispanic-Filipino history in full color. This visually captivating location is sure to have all your guests spellbound with its Old Manila charm.

The park is filled with a bounty of places to tie the knot: colonial mansions are available to rent for events, outdoor spaces by the river can accommodate a varied number of guests, and a century-old church you if you’re opting in for the more traditional route.

How perfect would it be to get married in a sandbar in the middle of the ocean? Brides who have dreamt of an intimate beach wedding growing up will surely love this idea! In Camiguin’s White Island, couples can have a small to midsize ceremony arranged for their special day. You can just imagine how beautiful the photos would be against the backdrop of endless blue waters.

If you’re serious about keeping your wedding a secret - you can’t go wrong with a cave as your ceremony venue. Yes, a church cave actually exists and you can find it in Cagayan Province. Not only is it hauntingly gorgeous, but its unusual location makes it a great candidate for a secret wedding.

For couples looking to proceed with an intimate wedding of two, why not consider Sagada’s gorgeous Cordillera mountain location to exchange your vows? You can opt to celebrate at the peak overlooking a sea of clouds, or somewhere by the rice terraces. We can’t think of anything more romantic and secret than this!

Alternatively, the mountain region is also home to The Anglican Church, which can manage a mid-range number of guests. Perfect if you’re just looking to spend this special day with a handful of friends and family.

It’s no secret that El Nido is a top wedding destination location for many wives and husbands-to-be - and for very good reason! El Nido is home to a number of pocket islands where you can tie the knot with your #LOML and each one boasts a unique kind of beauty.

One of these said islands is Lagen Island. Not only is it surrounded by the same pristine blue waters and towering limestone mountains, but it also happens to be nestled in a quiet nook of El Nido - offering the most perfect atmosphere for your wedding day.

The crown jewel of Ephrathah Farm is definitely the glass chapel located within its vicinity. It’s a wonderful place to hold a private wedding ceremony especially if your non-negotiables include a visually-stunning church that can fit up to 120 guests. So if it’s aesthetics and uniqueness you’re after - this is the place.

If you’re on a hunt for a scenic yet secluded outdoor wedding, a cliffside wedding at Imnajbu, Batanes is the stuff made out of dreams. You can have a small ceremony at the San Lorenzo Ruiz Chapel, which can accommodate less than thirty people, allowing you to share this intimate moment among your closest friends and family. Afterwards, you can hold a pictorial by the cliffs overlooking the stunning Batanes landscape!

For brides who have dreamt of rustic outdoor weddings their whole lives, we’re glad to announce that you can find just that at Casa Bendita, Antipolo! Despite being just minutes out of Manila, the venue is surrounded by nature - truly making it the perfect location for an outdoor wedding. Couples can dress up the space however way they want, for however many guests they want, however intimate gatherings fit this space the best.