Affordable Honeymoon Destinations: Best Places to Honeymoon
Looking for the best places to honeymoon on a budget? With these budget honeymoon destinations ideas, you can have the honeymoon of your dreams!
With all of the costs that weddings incur, budgets don’t always leave room for high-end honeymoons. But, with these picture-perfect and affordable destinations, you really can have it all on your honeymoon.
If you’re looking for an inexpensive vacation with your new spouse, then look no further than these 15 best honeymoon destinations on a budget — and our advice and ideas on where to stay in each one!
Affordable Honeymoon Destinations (Cheap Honeymoon Ideas)
Thailand
The best time to visit Thailand is November through April, which is perfect for all those winter-wedding couples still looking for a beach escape as their cheap honeymoon destination. Stay in Phuket and enjoy romantic sunset dinners, as well as the bucket-list opportunity to celebrate your new marriage with monks at a simple, private Thai ceremony.
The secluded island of Koh Mook — also known as Pearl Island — offers an authentic cultural experience and the chance to witness Thailand’s natural wonder, Morakot Cave. Other stunning islands include Koh Tao, Koh Lanta, and Koh Samui.
Carmel, CA
If you’re a bed and breakfast type of person, you’ll love Carmel. This small coastal town in central California has breezy beaches to relax at during the day, and state of the art cuisine and wine that will satisfy any foodie or wine connoisseur.
Staying in this quaint location might be a bit more expensive than cheaper international locations, but staying within the country means cheaper flights! Not to mention, the natural beauty of Carmel is sure to leave you happy.
Puerto Rico
Dazzling beaches, seaside forts, and Old San Juan make the capital of Puerto Rico a perfect honeymoon destination for the budget-conscious traveler.
Gorgeous rainforests are a dramatic backdrop to the walkable city streets, filled with museums, cafés, restaurants, and historical sites. A trip to San Juan would not be complete without visiting the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico, or the stunning Cathedral of San Juan Bautista.
If you’re looking for something more remote, fly or ferry from San Juan to Isla de Culebra. Scuba diving and exploring the corals are a must!.
St. Maarten
Sint Maarten is a Havana look-alike and sits well below the price point of other Caribbean islands. You can zipline, scuba (without needing to be licensed!), take in the tropical wildlife, and hike to Pic Paradis — the most stunning view on the island.
Oh, and it’s known for its mega-yachts so treat yourself and spend a day on the water in luxury.
Cook Islands
The island of Rarotonga in the Cook Islands has an enjoyable climate of high 70˚/low 80˚ temperatures year-round! Spend your time on land at the numerous local shops, museums, and quaint cafés around town, and even more time underwater, snorkeling the underwater caves, canyons, and sunken shipwrecks.
Rarotonga vacation packages can be found on many booking sites, so compare deals and save money!
Oh, and don’t forget to check out the gorgeous Blue Lagoon in Port Antonio — the turquoise waters have to be seen to be believed.
Florida Keys
If you’re short on time but still want a beach getaway, the Florida Keys are easily accessible and perhaps the most budget-friendly beach destination in the south.
Here you’ll have a more intimate, comfortable stay in comparison to crowded resorts or high-rise hotels. Take a trip on a glass-bottomed boat, explore Molasses Reef, or even glide through the Everglades on an airboat. If you’re up for a thrill, you can even go hunt for crocodiles!
Cape May, New Jersey
Another small-town affordable seaside location! If you’re looking for an alternative to the typical tropical honeymoon, Cape May might be the perfect place to cozy up for a romantic getaway. Sunset Beach and Willow Creek Winery are perfect daytime settings to unwind and relax.
Philippines
The Philippines is definitely one of our top choices for affordable honeymoon destinations. Nearly all of the Philippine islands are very newlywed-friendly, with modern accommodations and plenty of activities.
Keep in mind, the farther your chosen location is from the capital — Manila — the more transportation will be required (connecting flights on smaller planes, ferries, boats, etc.). However, regardless of how long it takes you to get there, the views and atmosphere are always worth it!
Bali, Indonesia
What’s perhaps Indonesia’s most famous island, Bali is known for its beautiful beaches, striking scenery, spirituality, and lush rice fields. There are also a ton of activities to try in Bali, including surfing some of the best waves on the planet, diving wrecks, hiking volcanoes, and exploring temples.
That said, not all of Bali is created equal.
If you’ve been looking to tick Bali off of your bucket list, why not do so on your honeymoon?
Croatia
Between the charming old towns, blue waters, friendly people, and stunning national parks, Croatia is a top romantic destination for couples on their honeymoon.
Not to mention, Croatia has an extensive bus system and renting a car couldn’t be easier. It’s a very easy country to get around!
Portugal
Portugal is castles, beaches, and cobblestone cities. It’s savory food, rich port wine, and friendly locals. In short, it will sweep you off your feet. While definitely still on the budget-friendly side, Portugal has a million and one things to do and is great to experience with a loved one.
You can easily stay a week or two in any of Portugal’s major cities, but I recommend mixing it up a bit and hopping around the country. Some of the major Portuguese hot spots are Lisbon, Sintra, Faro, Madeira, Lagos, and Cascais.
