Make Your Day A Destination
Dony Rivera - Taylor
CATERING, SOCIAL AND WEDDINGS SALES AND PLANNING MANAGER
AWARD WINNER (2X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Discover the ultimate destination for Florida beach weddings at Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina, a premier wedding venue nestled in the heart of Fort Myers Beach, FL. This breathtaking resort is situated on a pristine quarter-mile stretch of white sandy beaches, offering unmatched Gulf of Mexico views for your dream ceremony and celebration. Whether you're searching for the perfect beach wedding venue or a destination wedding resort, Pink Shell combines natural beauty with exceptional service.
Why Choose Pink Shell Beach Resort for Your Wedding?
Located on Estero Island, this iconic resort spans 12 lush acres, offering versatile indoor and outdoor wedding spaces. Imagine saying "I do" on a picturesque beach beneath an elegant arch with the Gulf as your backdrop. Host your dinner reception al fresco under twinkling market lights, or celebrate in style in the sophisticated Lido Grand Ballroom or Captiva Ballroom. From cocktail hours overlooking the water to dancing the night away under the stars, every moment at Pink Shell is picture-perfect.
A Rich History & Luxury Accommodations
Originally built as a single cottage in 1950, Pink Shell Beach Resort has grown into a full-service resort boasting luxurious on-site accommodations. Guests will love waking up to waterfront views, while couples can relax knowing every detail is taken care of by the resort’s expert planning team.
Unparalleled Services for Destination Weddings
The resort’s dedicated team ensures your wedding is seamless, from intimate ceremonies to grand celebrations. Choose from customizable packages that include:
• Professional event planning and coordination
• Gourmet catering, including wedding cakes and desserts
• Full-service bar options
• On-site staff for setup, cleanup, and table service
Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is the ultimate destination for couples seeking an unforgettable Florida beach wedding experience. Start planning your dream wedding today and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Pricing details
Starting prices
Reception
$2,000
Reception
$2,000
Ceremony
$3,000
Bar services
$40 per person
Catering
Contact for price
- Couples usually spend $31,400
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is Jan-Jun and Oct-Dec.
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Amenities + details
Amenities
Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 150
Settings
Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
Hotel
Restaurant
Tented
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Cupcakes
Other Desserts
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning
Food & Catering
Planning
Destination Wedding Planning
Se Habla Español
Rentals & Equipment
Tents
Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Dony Rivera - TaylorCatering, Social and Weddings Sales and planning managerOver 20 years of planning and executing memorable weddings and events for our beautiful resort.
- Milagros Rivera LavieraCatering, Social, Corporate & Weddings Sales ManagerWith 15 years of planning and creating amazing events for our amazing clients and couples.
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Reviews
5.0
out of 5.054 reviews
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The Pink Shell is highly praised by multiple reviewers for its exceptional service and beautiful beach wedding experience. Dony and the staff are described as professional, attentive, and accommodating, going above and beyond to ensure a seamless and personalized wedding. The delicious food, stunning decor, and dedicated team, including Billy P, Edison, Maria, Ramon, Vladimir, Lloyd, and Pfillany, received high praise. The venue offers a fully inclusive package with lovely touches like decorated arches, chair covers, and elegant linens, making it a picture-perfect choice for couples seeking a magical wedding day.- Top reviews
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Stephanie P
5.0
6/02/2024
Our wedding at the Pink Shell was amazing! Dony was the absolute best to work with and she did such a fantastic job planning and coordinating our wedding. I couldn’t say enough great things about her. She went above and beyond, responded to emails in a timely fashion, was so nice and friendly, and very efficient! We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding. We didn’t have to worry about anything during our wedding. The restaurant staff working our wedding were also so kind. Everything went smoothlyd. I definitely recommend having your wedding at The Pink Shell and will miss working with Dony!
Taylor B
5.0
5/20/2024
With the help of Milly this was the easiest wedding to plan. They really try to handle everything so you don't need to worry about a thing. They are very honest about what will and won't work with your vision but they really do try to meet all of your needs. The wedding was absolutely beautiful, I couldn't have asked for anything more perfect. The few bumps in the road we had they resolved immediately to make everything as seamless as possible. The food was absolutely outstanding, the chefs were amazing. Not a single guest was upset by the quality of food and service. The Pink Shell has a fantastic team that will do everything in their power to make your day perfect.
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Angie E
5.0
12/05/2022
Dony and the staff at the Pink Shell are amazing! Very kind and fun to work with. Facility is beautiful!!
Lindsay M
5.0
11/28/2021
We looked at 3 venues on Ft Myers Beach and could not be happier we chose the Pink Shell. Right from the beginning, Dony was so easy to work with and so attentive to every detail and bringing the wedding we envisioned to life in a way that felt effortless for us. We were able to do a tasting to choose our menu, and the food is fantastic. The staff is all very kind, welcoming, and catered to any random request we had. There were so many personal touches Dony added on the day of the wedding, including adding extra string lights and repurposing some of our ceremony decorations for the cocktail hour and reception. Soooo many of our guests told us it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Even though the Pink Shell has several weddings a week, it always felt like Dony had time for us and was focused specifically on our wedding if we emailed her with a question or wanted to tour the space again. We couldn't recommend the Pink Shell more. It is a 100% personalized experience and we LOVED every aspect of it from the beginning of the planning stages until the wedding day and even the communication afterward. We have already booked a room for our one-year anniversary! Overall, the Pink Shell and Dony made our wedding magical!!
Erica H
5.0
10/27/2021
I'm not even sure where to begin, as we're still so overwhelmed with happiness from our wedding day. It was truly perfect, and we cannot thank the staff at Pink Shell enough. It was everything we wanted and more, and the staff went above and beyond. They helped us during a rain delay, and Dony made sure our vision for a beach wedding came true. They also very gracefully removed a man from the beach who was yelling hateful things during our same sex ceremony. They did it so flawlessly that we had NO clue it was occurring. They were willing to do anything in their power to ensure our day was not ruined. The decor was amazing; the flow of the events; the food; the drinks....all of it. People LOVED our bartenders as well. There was not a rude person to be found and every single staff member could not have been kinder. To mention a few people specifically who made our day epic, I would like to say that Dony, Billy P, Edison, Maria, Ramon, Vladimir, Lloyd, and Pfillany were the most professional, helpful, and devoted staff during our events. You will NOT find a better wedding planner than Dony, and you will not find a better location than the Pink Shell. We are thankful to them forever <3
Kim M
5.0
7/30/2021
I had my daughter's wedding here on 4/25/21. It was beyond beautiful! Dony and the staff are excellent. Everything is included in the price, decorated wedding arch, chairs on the beach, water station, passed hors d'oeuvres for cocktail hour, linens, chair covers and bows, table runners, centerpieces, charger plates, etc. It was the picture perfect beach wedding with a reception indoors. The ballroom was just redone and is absolutely beautiful.
Allie B
5.0
2/03/2021
After struggling to find the perfect place for our small destination wedding, I was lucky to stumble upon The Pink Shell. When I put in for an inquiry, Charlotte was so responsive and so helpful that our decision was made during the first Facetime call we had with her! From there our experience just continued to get better! Any question we had, Charlotte was there to answer. When Charlotte got a new job within the resort, Dony took over our event. Dony was equally as amazing and helpful. Since we were out of the state we were a little apprehensive about how things would turn out. Dony and Charlotte never let a detail slip. Honestly if you are looking for the perfect place for your wedding, look no further. Even with COVID, they made this event the absolute best day of our lives!
Melissa H
5.0
2/02/2021
Getting married in 2020 was one of the hardest things I have gone through but having Dony as my wedding planner made everything so simple. Every problem I ran into because of covid she assured me everything will be ok. Everyone asks how I did it and I could not have gotten through the wedding planning aspect without her, she was truely amazing to me, my husband, and all of our guests. She made everything run so smoothly and my day was what every bride deserves, beautiful and stress free! I felt like an absolute princess and was most definitely treat as one. As for the pink shell I would pick this venue over and over again. From the staff to the resort itself everything was perfect. All my guests complimented our choice over and over again. It wasn’t just a wedding but a vacation for all of my family and closets friends. We were so well taken care of, I plan to continue family vacations here yearly. Thank you again to Dony and the staff at Pink Shell Beach Resort and Marina, you exceeded my expectations times 10 and made all my dreams come true 👏🏻
Kelli C
5.0
12/10/2020
I cannot rave enough about how fantastic everyone is at the Pink Shell!! They have a fan for life in me! We held our wedding ceremony/reception there on 11/23/2020 and everything went off perfectly! Dony, Charlotte and their team are exceptional at what they do. Not to mention the time Dony spent talking me off the ledge every other week it seemed worrying about Covid! She is so awesome to work with! The Pink Shell is worth every penny spent and our day could not have been better! I cannot wait to come back next November to celebrate our one year anniversary!
Deanna K
5.0
10/19/2020
Dony, Charlotte and the staff at Pink Shell worked very hard to ensure our wedding day exceeded our expectations. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and made us feel special.
Nicole R
5.0
2/25/2020
I cant put into words how thankful I am that we chose to have our wedding at the pink shell. Charlotte is absolutely Amazing, sweet, caring, calming and just an overall awesome person. She made our wedding day perfect, and we couldn't thank her enough.
Amanda S
5.0
11/24/2019
We cannot say enough great things about having our wedding at the Pink Shell Resort! Charlotte (PSR wedding coordinator) was amazing to work with. She went above and beyond throughout the entire year leading up to our big day. She truly made the planning process stress-free! The entire staff at the resort is amazing as well. The resort has an amazing beach (of course), but also an adorable hidden garden that was perfect for our first look and bridal party photos. If I could do it all over, I would not change a single thing! Thank you Charlotte, and thank you to everyone at the PSR!
Ashley W
5.0
11/18/2019
My husband and I just got married at Pink Shell on November 2nd. Our wedding coordinator Charlotte was amazing! She made the planning process so easy and was very quick to respond to our emails and made sure she was always available for any questions. The ceremony and reception sites were absolutely beautiful. Pink Shell exceeded our expectations and I would recommend them to anyone!
Heidi R
5.0
6/12/2019
If you want to get married on Fort Myers Beach, this is the place to be. Dony, the event planner was absolutely AMAZING and went above and beyond to make our day perfect. Every detail from the ceremony to the reception was just perfect. Our guests loved everything about the amenities, the staff and of course the view. I couldn't be happier with making the choice of having our wedding there. Thank you Dony for being the perfect planner and making our wedding absolutely amazing!!
Kasey H
5.0
5/29/2019
My husband and I had our wedding in May at the Pink Shell Beach Resort in Fort Myers Beach, FL and couldn't be happier. Dony and the entire staff was a dream to work with. I used vendors from their recommendation list and everyone was outstanding. Dony made the planning process easy - the entire day went off without a hitch thanks to Dony's skill, knowledge, professionalism and expertise! Very highly recommended if you're looking to get married on FMB.
Taysia J
5.0
5/01/2019
I cannot say enough good about having my destination wedding at Pink Shell! I recently got married on Feb. 24th 2019. From the first moment we had communication with Dony (Pink Shell Wedding Planner) in 2018 we knew we were in good hands. Dony alone was one of the top reasons we chose to have our wedding here, she made the entire process of planning a destination wedding a breeze! (We live in Chicago)
Before we got engaged, we knew we wanted a destination wedding. We visited SW Florida once in Jan 2018; after viewing 3 total venues we were 100% confident we wanted Pink Shell as our venue, and we actually picked it the day we visited. Dony was very easy to communicate with, the resort and beach is beyond beautiful, and we knew everything would be handled professionally and effectively. After our initial visit to Fort Myers Beach, all communication was done through email or by phone with Dony. She took all the stress of planning a destination wedding away, she was always organized and easily accessible to answer all questions and concerns.
Fast forward to THE wedding day..Our wedding had a total of around 32 guests, traveling from all over the US and Europe. EVERYONE was in agreement that it was one of the most beautiful weddings they have seen. All weekend, Dony and the staff at Pink Shell were helpful, calm, and most importantly excited for our big day! Dony assured us from the moment we landed in Florida, EVERYTHING would be handled and it was our job to ENJOY the moment. Dony was just a text away if we needed ANYTHING.
Myself and the girls arrived early on the day of the wedding, and Dony accommodated us is a BEAUTIFUL two bedroom suite that overlooked the gorgeous pool and beach. (The rooms make for gorgeous photography). The staff at Pink Shell was more than accommodating for a crazy wedding party running around making sure everything is perfect and the bar served perfect drinks to our guests who arrived early. Fast forward to the ceremony; we opted for a beach ceremony. The décor was done perfectly, white sand was raked, and shockingly enough we had no interruptions from beach-goers and only a few onlookers who slowly made their way by, but this comes with having a ceremony on the beach. I may be bias but the photography from my ceremony is some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve seen in wedding photos. The rest of the night flew by, but the reception in Banyan Grove was intimate and wonderful. We had no interruptions from resort guests and the staff was very accommodating. I HAVE to mention how DELICIOUS the food was, from the passed HorDourves, to the buffet, to the cake provided by Lady Cakes (included in the wedding package with Pink Shell) everything was phenomenal and had wonderful reviews with guests.
Also part of the wedding package, we received a night stay in a honeymoon suite (my husband and I stayed in the beautiful suite as mentioned above so we never had to move our bags or belongings around). The room was complete with champagne, chocolate covered strawberries, waiting for us when we returned and the Jacuzzi bath made for a perfect relaxing night after our absolutely perfect wedding day.
I may have gone into too much detail, but I’m passionate about giving credit where credit is due and Dony and the staff at Pink Shell made my wedding day beyond what I would have ever dreamed of.
Michelle D
5.0
1/26/2019
If you want a beach wedding of your dreams, the Pink Shell is the place to go on Fort Myers Beach! This was hands down the most elegant and beautiful day I could have ever imagined! Charlotte at the Pink Shell was so incredibly important in making all of my visions come to light and she was so responsive that I could get multiple emails per day answered when I needed it. This was such a great experience and it was made easy even while planning out of state. It was a little more expensive than the other options, but trust me when I say it was well worth it and we made the right choice.
Christina F
5.0
10/27/2018
Everything about The Pink Shell was perfect! Dony, the coordinator, was the best. She was very responsive and helpful leading up to the wedding. On our wedding day the ceremony and reception were set up just how I imagined everything in my head, perfection. Dony was very helpful with my dress too, she tied it up before the wedding and bustled it before the reception. She was always there for guidance too so we looked like we knew what we were doing. I would recommend this venue to anyone looking to get married in Southwest Florida.
Chris F
5.0
10/27/2018
We had our wedding here almost a year ago and could not of asked for a better turn out. The staff was amazing and the beach is beautiful! We will be back!
Michele S
5.0
10/26/2018
Everything was perfect!!! We had a 3 day party, family & friend’s reunion, sunset beach wedding and reception on October 13, 2018. From the planning stages through the end of our stay we were given white glove service. Our wedding planner Dony was amazing! She made sure we had exactly what we wanted and gave us many options to customize our special day. I have already recommended Dony and the Pink Shell as the ideal wedding experience to several friends. Our entire group raved about the venue, the food, the rooms and what a wonderful time we all had. The women loved visiting the spa and all the guys had a blast on their marina boat ride. It all went by too fast; I wish we could have stayed longer!!! The pictures we got back from our photographer are amazing. The Pink Shell will always hold a special place in my heart, we can’t wait to go back!!!
Shannon F
5.0
10/24/2018
The most beautiful place for a wedding! Charlotte is absolutely amazing! She made the wedding planning stress free and she truly cares about every little detail! She literally makes your dreams come true! The whole staff is so professional and you don’t feel like a client, you feel like a friend!
Breanna O
5.0
10/23/2018
Can I just say... WOW! The Pink Shell was the best decision I’ve ever made. My wedding was a true dream come true thanks to Charlotte at the PS. I booked my venue blind (had never been there or anywhere in the area) and I was so amazed at how clean, upscale and fun the resort was! I booked around 10 rooms and every single person had such a great time and were so happy with their rooms. The space in the rooms are literally unbelievable. The balcony’s are huge and very spacious. All the staff were so nice and made you feel like you were right at home! I’ve never had a hotel experience like the stay I had at the Pink Shell. My husband and I cannot wait to come back in June 2019 for our one year anniversary! If you’re contemplating which venue to book for your wedding... STOP! Book the Pink Shell and I promise you won’t regret it one bit.
Gwen B
5.0
9/29/2018
My husband and I had our wedding at the Pink Shell this past February. It hands down surpassed my expectations. We are from the Midwest so were hoping for a venue which could provide close to an all-in package. We were so surprised with all of the flexibility. The resort is beautiful and suitable for all ages.
Not only was the Pink Shell amazing, but our coordinator (Dony) really helped drive everything. Couldn't have done it without her and the team.
Will definitely come back to the Pink Shell!
Cathy J
5.0
3/24/2018
My husband and I recently got married at the Pink Shell Beach Resort and it was absolutely beautiful! We are so grateful for our wedding consultant, Charlotte Byrne. From the first day we met Charlotte, we knew she was the one we wanted to help plan and coordinate our special day. We were looking for a simple yet elegant ceremony and reception on a budget. Charlotte was full of ideas and suggestions that helped us stay within our budget. Charlotte has a sweet and charming personality. She is honest and always tries to accommodate to what a couple desires. She was a gem to work with! Charlotte was always accessible through email and replied promptly. Charlotte had told me that all I needed to do on my wedding day was to enjoy the day! That’s exactly what I did! Charlotte took care of everything, from the rehearsal procession down to our reception. All my husband and I did that day was enjoy every moment with one another and our loved ones. I can’t thank Charlotte and the staff at the Pink Shell Beach Resort for their dedication to making our special day truly the BEST day ever!
We would like to give special thanks to the restaurant staff at Bongos, especially the manager, Mike Schwartz, for their hard work ensuring our guests had a wonderful dinner.
My husband and I will definitely return to celebrate our future anniversaries at the Pink Shell!💕
Lauren W
5.0
3/11/2018
Thank you to Charlotte for giving us the wedding of our dreams! The original catering sales manager we worked with left the Pink Shell a couple of months before our wedding, and while we were a little nervous about the transition, Charlotte immediately put us at ease and made it as smooth as possible. She worked so hard on the day of our wedding to coordinate with the outside vendors and let us enjoy our day. The best part of our Pink Shell wedding, however, was how little we had to do. We were planning our Florida wedding from all the way in Virginia, but the Pink Shell took care of most of the details, and all the decor they provided was beautiful. The catering was absolutely amazing, and our package also included bar service. For the few outside vendors we did have to book, the Pink Shell was super helpful in providing recommendations. Finally, I cannot say enough about how gorgeous the beach is. I cried happy tears as soon after we left our first visit because it is exactly the location I had always dreamed of. I know that our guests who stayed at the the resort also took full advantage of all the accommodations, and both the bridesmaid and honeymoon suite were perfect for getting ready and for our wedding night. Thank you to all the staff at the Pink Shell - we hope to visit again in the future!
meg m
5.0
2/07/2018
The Pink Shell Resort and Marina was the BEST wedding venue! We visited and made our decision in April and just got married there in January. Florida was a destination wedding location, so we were both cautiously optimistic about planning an entire wedding ceremony and reception over the phone or email. I had nothing to worry about! Dony, our amazing wedding coordinator, knew all of our requests and handled the ordering details prior to us arriving. She even arranged to have swatches of our linens sent to us for review. Talk about relief, the linens were exactly as I imagined!
Everyone raved about the beautiful The Pink Shell Resort! From the rooms to the beach and pool, our guests were absolutely thrilled with their vacation/our wedding. On the day before our wedding, Dony had received all of our ceremony and reception items and had them ready to put out on the Big Day. My fiancé and I had the luxury of relaxing and spending quality time with our friends and family knowing that Dony was taking care of us.
On our wedding day, Dony was right there, taking care of every little detail. As an example, the weather was a little uncooperative and she arranged for heaters. The entire staff was so accommodating and helpful! We were so blessed to have an amazing experience at The Pink Shell. And yes, we’re planning an anniversary trip already!
Christy H
5.0
1/09/2018
Dony is the ultimate calm, cool and collected wedding planner who knows her stuff, inside and out. Leave it to Dony to make the even run smoothly. My daughter and I were planning for a year for this special day and wanted it in Fort Myers Beach where we have a winter home. Once Dony gave us a tour of Pink Shell, we were hooked. It truly was our only option on Fort Myers Beach and far exceeded our expectations by wedding day. Just as Dony said when we first met with her, "Just show up, relax and enjoy yourself. We will take care of everything." And they did! All guests gave rave compliments of the resort and the entire long weekend with wedding and reception. My daughter and I tend to pay attention to the finest details and Dony pulled this off with Pink Shell's incredible staff. Truly every single person was the best of their profession. Dony suggested Libby's Flowers on Gladiolus for our floral arrangements and Dalia hit it out of the park. After the wedding, the flowers lasted for days on end, out on our veranda in the 85 degree full-sunshine. The mother of the groom has been a wedding planner for 35 years and was very impressed with Dony and holds her with very high esteem. The food from Jacks for the reception was delicious!! What a combination, Libby's Flowers and Dony Lubig!!!!! No worries, they take care of everything for the special day!
Tanner M
5.0
11/29/2017
The Pink Shell Beach Resort was the perfect place for my daughter's wedding in October. Dony was our wedding coordinator and was so accommodating to our every need (and countless emails). Even after Hurricane Irma came through Ft Myers in September and Dony had her own home to take care of, she made sure were put at ease that all would be good for the wedding! And WOW it sure was! Everything turned out just perfect. We had the ceremony on the beach, and reception outside (Captiva Courtyard) and the setting could not have been prettier. And the vendors Dony recommended for music, cake, flowers, etc. were all top notch. Dr. Dan (Minister) was awesome too. We had 60+ guests and most of them stayed several nights at the resort and everyone had a fantastic time. Accommodations were great, breakfast each day was awesome, and having the use of umbrellas, chairs, kayaks, etc. made for a great vacation for all! The Pink Shell Beach Resort was the perfect place! Thank you Dony for all you did to make it all happen!
5.0
11/09/2017
Dony is the ultimate calm, cool and collected wedding planner who knows her stuff, inside and out. Leave it to Dony to make the event run smoothly. My daughter and I were planning for a year for this special day and wanted it in Fort Myers Beach where we have a winter home. Once Dony gave us a tour of Pink Shell, we were hooked. It truly was our only option on Fort Myers Beach and far exceeded our expectations by wedding day. Just as Dony said when we first met with her, "Just show up, relax and enjoy yourself. We will take care of everything." And they did! All guests gave rave compliments of the resort and the entire long weekend with wedding and reception. My daughter and I tend to pay attention to the finest details and Dony pulled this off with Pink Shell's incredible staff. Truly every single person was the best of their profession. Dony suggested Libby's Flowers on Gladiolus for our floral arrangements and Dalia hit it out of the park. After the wedding, the flowers lasted for days on end, out on our veranda in the 85 degree full-sunshine. What a combination, Libby's Flowers and Dony Lubig!!!!! The mother of the groom has been a wedding planner for 35 years and was very impressed with Dony and holds her with very high esteem. The food from Jacks for the reception was delicious!! No worries, they take care of everything for the special day!
Suzi P
5.0
6/14/2017
We had our wedding ceremony and reception at Pink Shell Resort. It was absolutely perfect. We worked with Dony who was amazing and truly made the day run so smooth I had no other worry then to have fun! We live out of state so that was a worry of mine with the planning, but Dony does an incredible job and I really trusted her with it all. As for the resort, I found it fun and relaxing. The rooms are nice, staff is exceptional, and there are several things to do such as dining, going to the pool, the beach, kayaking, etc. I found the resort worth the price and would highly recommend this resort for a wedding destination!
Cait G
5.0
2/06/2017
We got married at the Pink Shell last week and it was more than I could have hoped for. Everything from the planning and vendor suggestions to the arrangements for all our guests were handled with ease. Dony was so wonderful to work with and she put my mind at ease, being a destination wedding that was difficult to do! Every step of the way she and the staff at the Pink Shell made us feel comfortable and gave suggestions to help us achieve what I had in my head but couldn't fully vocalize.
The hotel staff was wonderful and took care of our every need the whole week we were there. The food and drinks were incredible and the atmosphere was perfectly relaxed.
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this place and I know we will go back for many years to come!
Kelly B
5.0
2/16/2016
The Pink Shell is an awesome wedding venue. We were married at the resort in late January and we could not be happier. Choosing a venue for a destination wedding can be very challenging but the Pink Shell was the perfect choice. The resort had spacious rooms, all with a beach view, three pools, and several restaurants with great food and included many amenities in the price (breakfast coupons, beach chairs, towels, kayaks, complimentary valet). The marina was right across the street. Due to its convenient location, less than a mile from the center of the beach town, guests were able to walk (or take the trolley) to town to explore the pier and enjoy additional bars and restaurants. This environment made it very easy for guests to gather, relax, and enjoy themselves – and they did. From the time we first spoke to Dony Lubing, the wedding specialist/event manager, we knew we were in good hands. She has a charming personality and worked closely with us from the planning to the day after (even delivering the rented table decorations back to the florist and mailing my husband’s sweater that he left behind). She offered a list of local vendors for us to consider, but there was no requirement to use them. She coordinated with all of the vendors to make sure that everything worked like clockwork. The rooms she chose for the bride and groom and parents had spectacular views. She managed around some weather challenges to take advantage of different ceremony locations available on site. She was there behind the scenes at all times. We can’t say enough about the level of service that we received from the entire staff at the Pink Shell. The guests raved about the food prepared by the Pink Shell chef and staff at the wedding. And, most importantly, we had so much fun!
Kaitlyn H
5.0
2/13/2016
The Pink Shell made all my dreams come true! I couldnt of dreamed about a more amazing wedding. Ashley and Shannon were so amazing through the entire planning process and answered every one of my questions and made everything perfect! I wouldn't recommend any other place to get married than the Pink Shell. Thank you to the entire resort for making my wedding day one to never forget!
Danielle P
5.0
11/03/2015
The pink shell went above and beyond to make our wedding day so special. This was not only our reception site but our ceremony and hotel for guests. For a destination wedding I thought I would be stressed but my amazing wedding planner Ashley (from the pink shell) made everything go off without a hitch. Our ceremony was on the beach, we had cocktail hour and dinner outside in the courtyard and the party in the ballroom. You never realize how much planning goes into a wedding until you see your vision on your wedding day. Ashley and I had the same ideas and I trusted her with everything, I knew she would make everything beautiful. The pink shell provides centerpieces for your tables, an arch for the ceremony and gives a list of vendors who have worked with the pink shell for other weddings. I felt so calm the whole day and I didn't feel like I missed anything. Destination weddings are the way to go and if you want a stress free wedding, do it at the pink shell!!!!
5.0
10/26/2015
We couldn't have asked for a better destination wedding venue in Southwest Florida. The staff at the Pink Shell Resort & Marina were amazing. Very caring and had excellent service. Comparable to any 5-star resort. Dony Lubig was our event coordinator and she was absolutely wonderful. She was very meticulous in her planning and how the event was setup and carried thru the evening. Everything from the beach stage to the reception area was superb and we couldn't have asked for more. The food for the reception was extremely tasty. We loved all of it.
Most of our guests were from out of town so having everyone stay there made the event so much better. My family was impressed with the rooms and service. The group rate was very affordable and Dony placed our guests in 1BR Villas and we were in a 2BR Villa. The rooms were super-clean and modern with outstanding views of the Ocean and the sunsets were awesome. The amenities on the beach like cabanas, paddleboarding, kayaking and waiter services were nice. Many other things to do in the in the area making it an all-inclusive venue.
We are in awe of how our wedding event panned out… couldn't have had a better time anywhere else.
Some other staff that were really awesome and worth mentioning was Bob (Bellman) and Julio (reception bartender) along with all the front desk staff. Bob was always there for us.. helpful and kind.
We will be going back there for another weekend just for the heck of it very soon. We can't wait. We highly recommend this venue for your wedding or event needs.
5.0
9/30/2013
Beautiful place to have a wedding. Really nice and love having space for all of the guest!
Amy P
5.0
6/01/2013
The Pink Shell was the most amazing wedding ceremony and reception venue I could have chosen. The ceremony (on the beach) looked amazing, the reception site (Banyan Grove, poolside) looked amazing and Dony made sure that it all ran smoothly. The catering staff were awesome, they were so nice and helpful. The food was delicious. Looking back I would not have changed a single thing.
Julia B
5.0
5/24/2013
We got married on May 5th at the Pink Shell and it was PERFECT. We had the pleasure to work with Dony and she helped us through the entire time of planning as well as the event itself. She made our dreams come true and did everything we asked her and more. The hotel itself was beautiful, the food was amazing, the ceremony at the beach was breathtaking, and the Captiva Ballroom was just incredible. We had the most amazing day of our lives and this was mostly because of Dony and the Pink Shell Beach Resort! I would do it all over and in the exact same way (maybe only make it last longer because the time flew by!)
Stephanie T
5.0
3/04/2013
Pink Shell and our coordinator Dony Lubig exceeded all expectations for our wedding and our stay. The attention to details and making it everything we wanted was exceptional. The entire staff at the facility was extremely friendly and accommodating. The entire family enjoyed their stay their and we look forward to going back on an anniversary.
Amy N
5.0
12/18/2012
Pink Shell is AMAZING and so is the staff! The facility is beautiful and has so much to offer. Our coordinator Dony Lubig is the best there is. She worked so hard for us...you would have thought we were her only wedding when in reality we were 1 of 3 that weekend! I knew the Pink Shell was the place for us by the 1st email. Our family and friends raved the entire weekend about the great location and awesome staff!
Elizabeth W
5.0
10/30/2012
We loved the hotel and the area! It was great to relax and enjoy the weather and the hotel. We look forward to returning in the future!
Samantha M
5.0
9/23/2012
Amazing wedding the exceeded my expectations. Dony was always available to answer any questions or concerns I had. The day of, she was very organized and took all the stress off of me. All we had to do is provide the decorations, party favors, etc. we wanted and she set everything out. The bartenders and servers were on top of everyone and catered very well to myself and husband. Our drinks were always filled and they made sure our evening was perfect and stress free. The venue was beautiful and we could not have asked for a better day!
BRITTANI M
5.0
6/04/2012
Maredith at Pink Shell went above & beyond on making my dream wedding come true!
Valerie V
5.0
2/12/2012
My husband and I were married in December 2011 at the Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa. We would highly recommend this venue to brides and grooms who are looking for a fairytale beach wedding that they will never forget . The Pink Shell offers something for everyone, which makes this a no brainer for destination wedding such as ours.
When my husband and I got engaged in August of 2010 we had already shared our hopes and dreams of getting married on a white sandy beach with all of our loved ones there to watch. My husband and I live in Omaha, Ne now which is landlocked and we knew we’d better begin searching for our sandy beach elsewhere. Since my husband’s is from Miami and I am from Baltimore we began our search in Fort Myers.
Planning from afar immediately seemed like a challenge. After web surfing and numerous calls and emails exchanged with not so responsive staff I was beginning to feel frustrated, that was until I started my communication with Dony at the Pink Shell. Dony is a dedicated professional who goes well above and beyond the job description to ensure that your wedding is everything you’ve ever dreamed of. From our initial email correspondence and phone conversations Dony was warm and responsive, she made me feel like I mattered and that the Pink Shell was interested in having my business. She made me feel like she had a genuine interest in helping my husband and I achieve our dream wedding.
Although planning from thousands of miles away, it was a breeze with Dony. She was always just a phone call away. Throughout the entire process she listened with intent and I could tell she understood my vision of having Cuban themed food and an elegant holiday backdrop. Additionally she truly has a gift for planning and an incredible eye for detail. She was always one step ahead of me and prompted me with thoughtful and guiding questions. When I arrived at the resort days before the wedding Dony was prepared and available. Her cool, calm, and collected nature put me at ease. She assisted us in taking care of last minute details such as printing out pictures that we forgot, seating arrangements, and gathering all the decorations into one area.
The day of the wedding moved like clockwork. Dony was up early setting up the perfect backdrop for our beach wedding. She pre-coordinated with all our vendors (all of which she recommended, and who were all incredible) and they all worked seamlessly with and around each other. Everyone was on time and they far exceeded my expectations. As I walked into the Captiva ballroom where our reception would be held I was moved to tears. With the decorations that we had provided Dony, she had transformed the ballroom into a magical and stunning venue that was full of warmth and love. Dony coordinated our entire day, every moment and every detail wouldn’t have been possible without her. We owe infinite thanks to the Pink Shell staff and especially to Dony for surpassing our expectations and for helping us have the most beautiful and memorable wedding day we could’ve imagined.
When you choose the Pink Shell you can rest assured that the dedicated staff will take care of your guests at the resort. You can count on your guests being entertained with activities at the resort that will please adults and children. You can also be sure that you will have the most beautiful serene and breathtaking backdrop. Finally, I can promise you that Dony will deliver a magical day that will exceed your expec
Carrie B
5.0
2/01/2012
Pink Shell made my wedding perfect! Dony, the coordinator, was amazing. I planned the wedding from Chicago and had absolutely zero stress. She made the day go by perfect and I got to enjoy every moment of it. All 90 of my guest had a great time, loved the resort and all want to go back. There were only positive comments on how wonderful Pink Shell was!
Caitlin L
5.0
1/05/2012
My Husband and I absolutely fell in love with every aspect of Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa. From the staff to the over-sized rooms everything at this Resort is paradise at it's finest!
Michelle C
5.0
12/29/2011
Pink Shell Resort gives you everything in one spot. We had the Ceremony on the beach, cocktail hour in Banyan Grove, and the reception in the Lido Ballroom. Each one was just a short distance from one another so you didn't have to worry about your guests not knowing where to go. The wedding coordinator Maredith was wonderful, she really helps you in making your dream wedding come true. Everything was perfect. A special thanks to all the staff and bellmen for helping all of our guests and especially us. By the way every room has their own kitchenette and ocean view so your guests can have their own meals in a room that looks out onto the water. We can't wait to stay at the Pink Shell again!
Missy M
5.0
11/17/2011
Our wedding was absolutely beautiful and flawless, thanks to Dony Lubig!! She was a fabulous cordinator at the Pink Shell! The food was amazing and everything was perfect! Everyone had a wonderful time!
Kristi M
5.0
6/11/2011
My husband and I are from IL and we flew down to Florida one time just to pick a venue and when we walked into the Pink Shell we knew that was it. Very friendly staff, good drinks and food and on the beach. It is very comfortable and great for couples or famlies. After deciding on the Pink Shell for our wedding it got even better. Dony was our wedding coordinator and she was awesome! Went above and beyond. Our wedding day was beautiful and more than I had ever imagined. It was truly an unforgettable day.
Nicole S
5.0
6/07/2011
Everything about working with the Pink Shell was wonderful. Maredith was so helpful from our first visit last summer throughout the planning process and recommending vendors. Dony was amazing during our stay. She was on top of everything the entire stay. The food was some of the best food I've had and our guests raved about it. Everything about our wedding and stay was great. I would highly recommend the Pink Shell to anyone looking to get married in the Ft. Myers Beach area.
Diana H
5.0
5/20/2011
We are locals, so we knew about the Pink Shell prior to planning our wedding. What we didn't know was how unbelievably amazing they would be to work with. Dony and Maredeth are both incredible coordinators who look after every detail for you. Even though there were "hiccups" with weather and family illnesses, Dony reassured me every step of the way that thing would work out, and they did...PERFECTLY! They truly go above and beyond to make sure that not only the bride and groom, but the entire family and wedding attendees have a wonderful time. If I had to do it over again, I wouldn't get married anywhere else!
By the way, don't let the price of the food scare you, it is WELL worth it! Plus, we didn't have to spend money on decorating the place, it is so beautiful already!
Emily C
5.0
12/14/2010
We had our Wedding at the Pink Shell Beach Resort and could not have been happier. What an excellent decision. From meeting for the first time with Maredith to go over all of our options/budget untill we walked out of the ball room when our reception had reached the end...everything was fantastic :) All of the Staff at the Pink Shell were very friendly and courteous. I couldnt tell you how many times we heard "we are here for you, anything you need make sure to let us know, this is YOUR night" And that it was. Nothing short of incredible thanks to EVERYONE at the Pink Shell. I Cannot thank Maredith enough for all of her help coordinating everything from the start to finish. Everything the day of our wedding flowed...it was perfect...I didnt have to worry about any of the decorating, guests, making sure ceremony was set up and vendors were there etc all because of Maredith!! What a shining star!!! I would definitely recommend this resort to any couple looking to have the beach wedding/destination wedding of their dreams!! Again everything was incredible and we had so many guests tell us the whole day was just breathtaking and beautiful. I wish we could rewind and do the whole day over again ;) Thanks again Maredith and all of the Pink Shell's awesome staff!!!
Amy G
5.0
10/19/2010
From the moment my guests stepped into the resort the customer service was impeccable. They treated the Bride and Groom like King and Queen for the entire stay. The place was beautiful, fun atmosphere, well kept and just a relaxing place to bring our wedding guests and party. I couldn't have wanted any other way. The wedding coordinator for the Pink Shell, Dony Lubig, went above and beyond and I felt no stress with her taking care of everything and then some. Truly Amazing and there are not enough thank you's to her and the Pink Shell for making my wedding event a dream come true.
sarah m
5.0
8/25/2010
My wedding was February of 2010 and I could not have asked for more than what the Pink Shell provided. My ceremony was on the beach and was absolutely beautiful with the stair case that I was able to walk down for a grand entrance to the setup on the beach and the seating for my guests. The reception was held on the pool deck, and although it was a bit chilly the hotel provided heaters that completed the perfect night. The scenery was perfect and the food was the best I have ever had anywhere, never mind at a wedding. For serving so many people at once, the food was cooked perfect and was delicious. They thought of every detail, if I was to do my wedding over, It would still be at the Pink Shell, their service is well above average! They were amazing and created the perfect day for my husband and I.
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