# Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) — Out-the-Door Las Vegas Wedding Fee Breakdown & Venue Guide

- **Canonical HTML Page:** https://lasvegasweddingchapel.com/chapels/lake-mead-cruises-desert-princess
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- **Status:** active
- **Category:** Outdoor, Desert & Ghost Town
- **Corridor / Neighborhood:** Off-Strip
- **Address:** 490 Horsepower Cove Rd, Boulder City, NV 89005
- **Phone:** (702) 293-6180
- **Official Rate Sheet / Package Source:** https://www.lakemeadcruises.com/ (Checked Oct 29, 2026)
- **Weekend / Peak-Date Policy:** Published base rates reflect standard weekday availability; Fri–Sun weekend or holiday/lucky-date slots may carry peak pricing on the official rate sheet.
- **Google Maps Property Reviews — Lake Mead Cruises:** ★4.5 / 5.0 (901 Google ratings) — covers overall property, not wedding department alone
- **Editorial Rate Check:** Published rates checked Oct 2026

## 1. Out-the-Door Pricing & Mandatory Extra Fees

| Cost Component | Published / Estimated Amount | Notes |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Entry Base Ceremony Package | Custom Quote | Lowest eligible ceremony package |
| Typical Mid-Tier Package | Custom Quote | Mid-tier package benchmark |
| Mandatory Cash Minister / Officiant Fee | $0 | Paid at check-in unless $0 included |
| Chauffeur / Limo Cash Gratuity | $0 | Conditional: applies only to packages with limo pickup |
| Venue Tax / Service Surcharge | 0% | Published tax / service surcharge |
| Clark County Marriage License | $102.00 cash ($105.29 card) | 201 E. Clark Ave (8 AM–Midnight, 365 days; checks & money orders not accepted; pre-apply at https://clerk.clarkcountynv.gov/AcclaimClerkPreApp/Home/Index) |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Legal Marriage)** | **Custom Quote** | **Calculated from entry ceremony package + tax + minister fee + $102 license** |
| **Estimated Out-the-Door (Entry Vow Renewal)** | **Custom Quote** | **$0 marriage license required** |

## 2. Ceremony Room Specs & Policies

- **Max Guest Capacity:** Up to 200 guests
- **Ceremony Spaces:** Open-Air Top Promenade Deck aboard the Desert Princess, Climate-Controlled Lower Dining Decks (2) & Lakefront Landing
- **Outside (BYO) Photographer Policy:** BYO Photographer: Free ($0)
- **Elvis Packages:** No
- **Drive-Thru Window:** No
- **HD Livestreaming:** Confirm by package
- **Spanish / Bilingual Officiant:** Upon request

## 3. Sample Ceremony Packages

| Package Name | Base Price | Max Guests | Key Inclusions |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Top Deck Wedding Ceremony & Sunset Hoover Dam Cruise (Custom Quote) | Custom Quote | 200 | Private open-air Top Deck wedding ceremony (~1:30 PM dockside/cruise) or private 3-level Desert Princess paddlewheeler charter cruising to Hoover Dam, Climate-controlled dining decks for catered group reception |
| Captain's Symbolic Vow Renewal Cruise Add-On (Excludes Cruise Ticket) | $40 | 20 | Optional symbolic renewal add-on officiated by the ship's Captain (2 drinks + commemorative certificate, tax & gratuity included) |

## 4. Closest Corridor Guest Hotels (FY 2026 Federal GSA Clark County Cap: $191/nt Lodging · $86/day M&IE)

| Resort / Hotel | Corridor | Midweek Est. | Weekend Est. | Proximity / Tier |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| The Westin / Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort | Henderson / Lake Las Vegas | $159/nt | $259/nt | ~27 min (13.3 mi) |
| Wynn & Encore Las Vegas | North Strip | $329/nt | $599/nt | ~50 min (29.2 mi) |
| SAHARA Las Vegas | North Strip / Arts District | $79/nt | $169/nt | ~50 min (29.3 mi) |
| Circa Resort & Casino (21+) | Downtown / Fremont | $139/nt | $269/nt | ~51 min (29.6 mi) |

## 5. Closest Post-Ceremony Reception Steakhouse & Private Dining Buyouts

| Restaurant | Cuisine | Private Room Cap. | Est. F&B Minimum | Google Rating |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Cleaver Butchered Meats, Seafood & Classic Cocktails | Moody Indie Steakhouse & Craft Cocktails ($$$) | 12–50 guests (Private Room) | $1,600 – $6,500 F&B min | ★4.6 (2,727) |
| Panevino Italian Grille (Airport / South Strip View) | Fine Italian w/ Panoramic Strip Runway Windows ($$$) | 15–140 guests (Private Strip-View Banquet Rooms) | $1,800 – $9,000 F&B min | ★4.6 (1,458) |
| Piero's Italian Cuisine | Old-School Vegas Italian ($$$) | 10–180 guests (6 Private Dining Rooms) | $1,800 – $15,000 F&B min | ★4.6 (1,963) |
| Carson Kitchen Downtown | Chef-Driven New American & Rooftop Patio ($$) | 12–65 guests (Rooftop Courtyard Buyout) | $1,400 – $5,500 F&B min | ★4.6 (3,871) |

## 6. Direct-Answer FAQs

### Is Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) currently open for Las Vegas wedding bookings?
Yes, Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) is an active Las Vegas wedding venue preparing custom quotes based on your ceremony date, guest count, and event requirements.

### Does Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) allow outside wedding photographers?
Yes. Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) allows couples to bring their own outside photographer at no extra venue surcharge ($0 outside vendor fee). Always confirm current ceremony-floor movement rules when booking.

### Where is Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) located and how far is it from the Strip and Marriage License Bureau?
Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) is located in Off-Strip at 490 Horsepower Cove Rd, Boulder City, NV 89005. It is approximately 29.4 miles (~51 minutes by Uber or limo) from the Clark County Marriage License Bureau at 201 E. Clark Ave and roughly 29.9 miles (~51 minutes) from Center Strip (Bellagio/Caesars).

### How many guests fit at Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) and does it offer Elvis or drive-thru weddings?
Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler) accommodates up to 200 guests depending on the ceremony space. Ceremony spaces include: Open-Air Top Promenade Deck aboard the Desert Princess, Climate-Controlled Lower Dining Decks (2) & Lakefront Landing. Notable features: intimate legal weddings and vow renewals.

### What is Lake Mead Cruises (Desert Princess Paddlewheeler)'s rating and what fine-print details should couples check?
On Google Maps, the wider property listing (Lake Mead Cruises) holds a 4.5-star rating across 901 overall property ratings covering the overall resort/landmark rather than solely wedding ceremonies. Before booking, couples should verify: Located inside Lake Mead National Recreation Area—all self-driving vehicles pay the $25 NPS park entrance fee unless holding an America the Beautiful pass; Changing reservoir water levels occasionally relocate the launch marina dock—confirm current boarding marina address before departure.