Cheap All-Inclusive Wedding Packages: Ireland & UK Guide

Planning a wedding on a budget can feel like a puzzle, but a growing number of Irish hotels now offer all-inclusive packages that bundle the essentials—drinks, dinner, cake, and more—into a single per-person price. Ballymascanlon House Hotel, for instance, starts at €79 per person midweek during winter (Ballymascanlon House Hotel (official venue website)). This guide compares real packages across Ireland so you can find the best value for your guest list and season.

Starting price per guest: €79 at Ballymascanlon (midweek, winter) ·
Package for 50 guests: €15,000 at Rainbow Weddings (Mon–Thu) ·
Package for 100 guests: €18,000 at Rainbow Weddings (Rainbow Weddings (inclusive wedding planner))

The pattern is clear: off-peak midweek dates at hotels outside Dublin deliver the lowest per-person costs.

What is a realistic budget for a wedding in Ireland?

Irish weddings are often said to cost around €28,000 on average, but all-inclusive packages can bring that down significantly—especially if you choose a venue that bundles everything into one per-person fee. The trick is to match the package to your guest count and season.

Average wedding cost in Ireland

• The average wedding in Ireland is estimated at €28,000 according to industry surveys (Rainbow Weddings (inclusive wedding planner)).
• All-inclusive packages can be under €10,000 for 50 guests, as seen with Rainbow Weddings starting at €15,000 for 50 guests but including full catering, drinks, and decor.

Breakdown of expenses

A typical all-inclusive package covers: drinks reception (usually prosecco, beer, wine), 4-course dinner, wedding cake, and wine service at the table. Some venues add extras like a DJ or photographer. For example, Kinsale Hotel and Spa offers tiers from €89 to €145 per person, with higher tiers including more premium options (Kinsale Hotel and Spa (official venue website)).

How to set your budget

Start with your guest count. Multiply by the per-person price of your shortlisted venues. Then add a buffer of 10% for unexpected costs. Ballymascanlon’s €79 midweek winter rate means 50 guests cost €3,950—well under the national average. But if you want a Saturday, the weekend rate is €85 pp (Ballymascanlon House Hotel (official venue website)).

What are some all-inclusive wedding venues in Ireland?

Several venues across Ireland offer packages that include the essentials. The table below highlights the most affordable options based on official pricing.

Five venues, one pattern: the lowest per-person prices are midweek during winter, and packages often include drinks reception, dinner, and cake—but not always photography or entertainment.

The implication: choosing a venue with a flat package rate can simplify your budget, but you need to confirm exactly what is included.

Top affordable all-inclusive venues

• Ballymascanlon House Hotel in Dundalk offers the lowest per-person rate at €79 midweek in winter (Ballymascanlon House Hotel (official venue website)).
• Kinsale Hotel and Spa in Cork has packages from €89 pp, with a children’s rate of €17.95 (Kinsale Hotel and Spa (official venue website)).
• Kilronan Castle in Roscommon offers midweek packages from €95 per person (Kilronan Castle (official venue website)).

What’s included in a typical package

Most all-inclusive packages include a drinks reception (wine, beer, soft drinks), a 4-course dinner, wedding cake, and wine service with the meal. Some also include a DJ or band, but not always. The Keadeen Hotel offers three package tiers and a Day Two celebration from €25 pp (The Keadeen Hotel (official venue website)).

Venues in Dublin and Meath

While many budget-friendly venues are outside Dublin, some options exist. WeddingDates.ie listed a Dublin all-inclusive offer for €6,999, though availability is limited (WeddingDates.ie (wedding offer aggregator)). Meath venues like The Glenside (not researched here) are often cited, but current pricing should be verified directly.

How to do a wedding on a very tight budget?

Cutting the guest list

Fewer guests mean lower per-person costs. Rainbow Weddings shows a 50-guest package at €15,000, while 100 guests jump to €18,000—that’s €300 per additional guest. Reducing from 100 to 70 saves €9,000 (Rainbow Weddings (inclusive wedding planner)).

Choosing off-peak dates

Ballymascanlon’s seasonal pricing is a clear example: €79 midweek in winter vs €94 weekend from April to October. That’s a 16% saving. January and February are the cheapest months across most venues (Ballymascanlon House Hotel (official venue website)).

DIY vs all-inclusive

All-inclusive packages often beat DIY when you factor in hidden costs. A DIY wedding might seem cheaper but requires separate vendors for catering, drinks, cake, and decor. The Keadeen Hotel’s packages bundle everything, reducing the risk of unexpected fees (The Keadeen Hotel (official venue website)).

Prioritizing expenses

Focus on the elements that matter most to you. If you want good photos, Love Gracefully’s Silver package includes 1 hour of professional photography for €1,550 (Love Gracefully (micro wedding specialist)). If the band is essential, choose a venue like Rainbow Weddings that includes it in the package.

What are some affordable wedding venues in Ireland?

Venues under €10,000

• Rainbow Weddings: 50 guests for €15,000 (exceeds €10k but includes everything)
• Love Gracefully: full micro wedding packages from €940 to €7,720
• Kinsale Hotel and Spa: 50 guests at €89 pp = €4,450 (plus extras)

Venues outside Dublin for lower prices

Meath, Kildare, and Louth venues generally offer lower prices than Dublin city. Ballymascanlon in Dundalk (Louth) is a prime example. Kilronan Castle in Roscommon also offers competitive midweek rates (Kilronan Castle (official venue website)).

What to look for in affordable packages

Check what’s included: drinks reception, dinner, cake, wine service, and whether a band or DJ is included. Ask about minimum guest numbers and if off-peak discounts apply. Rainbow Weddings provides a transparent breakdown of costs per guest count (Rainbow Weddings (inclusive wedding planner)).

The catch: a low per-person price can hide a high minimum spend, so always calculate the total package cost.

What is the cheapest and easiest way to get married?

Registry office weddings

A registry office wedding in Ireland costs under €200 for the ceremony. This is the absolute cheapest option, but you’ll need to arrange your own reception. Some couples then book a small dinner at a venue like Kinsale Hotel for €89 pp (Kinsale Hotel and Spa (official venue website)).

Elopement packages

Love Gracefully’s micro wedding packages are essentially elopement packages. The Basic package at €940 includes just the essentials; the Infinity package at €7,720 adds 8 hours of photo/video, a vintage car, and hair/makeup (Love Gracefully (micro wedding specialist)).

All-inclusive packages as a simpler option

For a traditional wedding without the stress, all-inclusive packages simplify planning. You deal with one venue coordinator who handles catering, decor, and timeline. Ballymascanlon’s packages are a good example of a no-fuss option (Ballymascanlon House Hotel (official venue website)).

What this means: for couples who want a traditional feel without the planning nightmare, a single all-inclusive contract is the easiest route.

Quotes from venue sources

“All-inclusive wedding packages from €79 per person in January, February and March midweek.”

Ballymascanlon House Hotel (official venue website)

“All-Inclusive Wedding Packages – €9495 for 100 Guests.”

The Glenside via Rainbow Weddings (inclusive wedding planner)

“All-Inclusive Package value at €9,950 for 70 guests and €12,500 for 100 people.”

Lucan Spa Hotel via Rainbow Weddings (inclusive wedding planner)

“Wedding package prices from €89 per person.”

Kinsale Hotel and Spa (official venue website)

For couples planning a wedding on a tight budget, the path is clear: choose a winter midweek date, keep the guest list under 70, and opt for a venue that bundles everything. The cheapest verified option is Ballymascanlon at €79 pp, but even a 100-guest package at Rainbow Weddings for €18,000 works out to €180 per guest—well below the national average of €28,000. Irish couples facing this choice should book early, ask about off-peak discounts, and always get a detailed list of inclusions to avoid surprises.

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