Casa Malca

Casa Malca is a beachfront hotel in Tulum, and the art is what sets it apart. Works from owner Lio Malca's own collection are shown across the property, and a large KAWS sculpture sits in the lobby. Between the main pools stands a Kenny Scharf figure, and the bar is themed on Keith Haring.

It is a bold choice for couples who want a wedding with character rather than a plain backdrop. Suites range from beachfront masters with sea views to garden suites and split-level townhouses set in a tropical garden maze. There are three pools, one of them an underground grotto lit in blue and purple, and the hotel welcomes destination weddings.

Casa Malca describes itself as a one-of-a-kind wedding venue, and a weddings team handles enquiries. Vows can be said on Philosophy Beach for up to 40 or at the Main Entrance for up to 150, and Casa Malca Beach, also for 150, is kept for full buyouts. For dinner, Philosophy Restaurant takes 150 with sea views, the rooftop 90, and the Art Gallery, hung with Lio Malca's collection, up to 240. Kosher, vegan and vegetarian menus are offered, with a kosher kitchen.

Ambrosia serves contemporary Asian food, Head of a Madman at the beach club cooks wood-fired pizza and grills, and the Haring Bar pours mezcal cocktails. Ask the team about the music curfew.

Suites include Family Village Suites a few steps from the beach, so wedding guests of different ages can stay together. On site there is the rooftop Calma Spa with massages, facials, a hydrotherapy circuit and an ocean-view relaxation area, plus three pools and a beach club with daybeds, cabanas and hammocks.

The website does not give airport distances, so ask the team about transfers and the best arrival airport. Ask too which nearby hotels they suggest if your guest list is bigger than the suites allow, and whether the groups team can hold a block of rooms for you.