Weddings at Hacienda El Salitre
Ceremony and reception in one place, among century-old gardens, 45 minutes from Bogotá, Colombia. One wedding per day.
What is a wedding at Hacienda El Salitre like?
At Hacienda El Salitre the ceremony, the cocktail hour and the reception all take place on the same estate. The ceremony is held in the Capilla de Cristal, a glass chapel authorized for the Catholic rite, or outdoors under the Árbol Ceremonial. The banquet is served in the VIP Gardens of the Casona, in Salón Ciprés or at Rincón Reservado, for 600, 300 or 60 guests.
Gardens full of memory, century-old trees and the serene light of the savanna accompany every ceremony.
The hacienda rents its facilities. Each couple works with the wedding planner and vendors of its choice.
The wedding day, from start to finish
Everything happens inside the hacienda. Swipe to follow the day.
Where is the ceremony held?
There are two settings. Catholic ceremonies are held in the chapel, which is authorized for them. Symbolic ceremonies and ceremonies of other rites are held outdoors.
Capilla de Cristal
A space where architecture and landscape become one. Light passes through the glass and surrounds the ceremony.
It is authorized for Catholic ceremonies.
Árbol Ceremonial
Under the shade of a 250-year-old eucalyptus, earth and sky accompany the union.
It is the setting for symbolic ceremonies and ceremonies of other rites, and the choice of many couples who marry legally at home and celebrate here.
Where is the reception held?
Three settings host the banquet. Up to 60 guests, Rincón Reservado. Up to 300, Salón Ciprés. Up to 600, the VIP Gardens of the Casona.
| Photo | Space | Capacity | Type of space | Used for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | VIP Gardens of the Casona | 600 guests | Gardens beside the colonial manor house | Large weddings and celebrations |
 | Salón Ciprés | 300 guests | Indoor hall with gardens | Receptions, private and corporate events |
 | Rincón Reservado | 60 guests | Open-air space | Intimate weddings, birthdays and christenings |
Getting-ready areas and on-site services
The bride, the groom and their parties get ready at the hacienda itself. The kitchen is equipped for the caterer's operation.
Hair salonPrivate, for the bride and her party
Groom's houseA separate space to get ready
Dressing roomIncluded
Terrace
ParkingFor about 130 vehicles
Restrooms
How does the rental work?
The hacienda provides the place. The couple builds its team.
- Venue rental. Furniture, decoration, lighting and catering are hired separately.
- A wedding planner is required. The planner coordinates planning, vendors, setup and teardown.
- Vendors of your choice. The hacienda recommends planners and vendors who know the venue, including planners who work in English.
- Eight hours as standard. Extra hours can be added.
- Hourly rate by day of the week. In 2027, Salón Ciprés goes from COP 1,210,000 per hour Monday to Thursday to COP 1,815,000 on Saturdays (about US$370 to US$550), for 100 guests, plus VAT.
- One wedding per day. The estate is exclusive to each couple.
Coming from abroad to marry in Colombia
The team answers in English by WhatsApp and email, the hacienda accepts payments from abroad and suggests hotels nearby for your guests. Guest transport from Bogotá is coordinated through the wedding planner.
The hacienda does not handle the legal paperwork. A civil marriage is done at a Colombian notary office; many couples marry legally at home and hold a symbolic ceremony here.
Allied wedding planners
Wedding planners with a proven track record who, in alliance with the hacienda, bring experience, judgment and sensitivity to each union, with respect for the place and its tradition.
Ask for the list of allied planners and vendors by WhatsApp or through the contact form.
Weddings held at the hacienda
What visitors say
Hacienda El Salitre is rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google, with 349 reviews (checked in November 2026). Read the reviews on Google Maps.
Un lugar de cuento para ir a un matrimonio. Realmente maravilloso. Jardines hermosos. Árboles ancestrales. Un sueño de lugar.
Beautiful place to have an important event. They have different enormous trees.
Fue hermoso, muy agradable. El paisaje es muy lindo.
Frequently asked questions about weddings
How much does it cost to get married at Hacienda El Salitre?
In 2027, renting Salón Ciprés for a wedding of up to 100 guests costs between COP 9,680,000 and COP 14,520,000 (about US$2,930 to US$4,400) for the standard eight hours: COP 1,210,000 per hour Monday to Thursday, COP 1,375,000 on Fridays and Sundays and COP 1,815,000 on Saturdays. Each additional guest costs COP 30,000, charged once. Prices do not include VAT. This is the venue rental: the wedding planner, catering, furniture and decoration are hired separately.
Is a wedding planner required?
Yes. A wedding planner is required. The planner handles the planning, coordinates the vendors and runs the event.
Can the couple choose their own vendors?
Yes. Couples are free to choose their vendors. The hacienda also shares a selection of recommended wedding planners and vendors, based on successful events held there. Ask for the list by WhatsApp or through the contact form.
Does the hacienda handle the legal marriage paperwork?
No. Hacienda El Salitre rents the venue for the ceremony and the celebration. The civil marriage paperwork is done with a notaría (notary office), usually with the help of the wedding planner or a lawyer. Many couples from abroad marry legally at home and hold a symbolic ceremony at the hacienda.
Can the ceremony and the reception both take place at the hacienda?
Yes. The hacienda has separate spaces for the ceremony, the cocktail hour and the reception, all on the same estate.
How many hours can the event last?
The standard is eight hours. The event can run for as many extra hours as you wish, because the hacienda charges by the hour.
Does the hacienda host same-sex weddings?
Yes. Hacienda El Salitre welcomes and celebrates same-sex weddings, with the same standard of quality and care in every detail.
Does the rental include furniture or decoration?
No. Furniture, decoration, lighting and styling are hired by the couple through their wedding planner or specialized vendors.
Reserve your wedding date
Message us in English on WhatsApp or fill in the form: it reaches us right away. We reply during office hours (Colombia time, UTC−5) and arrange your visit, which is by appointment.
- Weddings and events
- +57 315 846 4211
- Film location
- +57 310 269 6015
- Office hours
- Monday to Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.