The Venue

About Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas

Leading Hotels of the World resort with consecrated Greek Orthodox Chapel, 40-acre waterfront estate, and capacity for 20-650 guests across multiple venue spaces

Set across 60 acres of spectacular Mediterranean coastline in Elounda, the Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas (often twinned with Elounda Bay Palace) offers a truly unrivalled, five-star setting for a lavish destination wedding. This luxury sanctuary provides an exceptional selection of flexible waterfront venues, ensuring your celebration is both grand and deeply personal.

Couples can exchange vows in the exclusive private chapel, "Timia Zoni," on one of the resort's four private sandy beaches, or on a stunning terrace overlooking Mirabello Bay. Whether you envision an intimate ceremony for 20 or a magnificent banquet for up to 500 guests, the resort's expert wedding team provides meticulous service and a dedicated coordinator to craft every bespoke detail. Your guests will enjoy world-class accommodations, including exquisite bungalows and villas with private pools, and savour award-winning cuisine from the resort’s eight gourmet restaurants.

For those seeking an all-encompassing, sophisticated wedding experience where unparalleled luxury meets the natural splendor of the Cretan sea, Elounda Beach provides an idyllic, self-contained paradise.

Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas - Hotel, Resort wedding venue exterior in Crete
Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas - Hotel, Resort wedding venue exterior in Crete

Essentials

At a Glance

Capacity
Up to 650 guests
Price Range
€€€€€ Ultra-Luxury
Weather Backup
Indoor option (climate-controlled reception venues) for up to 650 guests — Greek Orthodox Chapel for weatherproof ceremonies.
Parking
Available

The Spaces

Venue Spaces

Greek Orthodox Chapel
Up to 80 guests

Fully consecrated religious space for Orthodox ceremonies · Icon-adorned interior with traditional religious artwork · Set within recreated Greek village square · Surrounded by mature gardens · Air-conditioned for comfort · On-property (no external church coordination needed) · Private and controlled environment

Beachfront Ceremony Area
Up to 200 guests

Direct beach access on private sandy cove · Spinalonga Island views across bay · Gentle waves providing natural soundtrack · Multiple setup configuration options · Can accommodate large guest counts · Transitions easily to beach reception or terrace cocktails · Stunning for sunset timing

Clifftop Gardens
Up to 150 guests

Dramatic vantage point overlooking bay · Lush Mediterranean landscaping · Multiple terraced levels for ceremony and cocktails · Sunset views are transcendent · Manicured elegance with natural beauty · Protected from wind by garden walls · Photo opportunities throughout terraced gardens

Waterfront Terraces
Up to 150 guests

Direct sea views from every angle · Multiple terrace options for different scales · Seamless indoor/outdoor flow to restaurants · String lighting for evening ambiance · Can configure for ceremony, cocktails, or reception · Protected from elements while maintaining open-air feel

Multiple Restaurant Venues
Up to 650 guests

Dionysos: Fine dining with live music, romantic ambiance · Italian Restaurant: Acclaimed cuisine, intimate setting · Poolside: Casual beach-party vibe, relaxed reception option · Banquet Facilities: Large-scale gala capability (up to 650) · Michelin Guide recognition for culinary quality · Full bar services at each venue · Climate-controlled indoor options · Waterfront outdoor dining terraces

The Story

The Story of Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas

On the northeastern shore of Crete, where the Aegean Sea curves into protected bays and the island's legendary light transforms water into liquid sapphire, Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas has been redefining Mediterranean l…

The Story

The Story of Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas

On the northeastern shore of Crete, where the Aegean Sea curves into protected bays and the island's legendary light transforms water into liquid sapphire, Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas has been redefining Mediterranean luxury for decades.

The Leading Hotels Legacy - Where Excellence Isn't Marketing, It's Membership

When Elounda Beach Hotel & Villas joined the Leading Hotels of the World collection, it wasn't a branding exercise—it was recognition of operational standards that only 400 properties worldwide achieve. This distinction matters profoundly for weddings because it represents systems, training, vendor networks, and problem-solving capabilities refined through decades of hosting high-stakes celebrations.

Sacred Ground - The Chapel That Changes Everything

Few Greek resort weddings can claim a consecrated chapel on property, but Elounda Beach's Greek Orthodox Chapel transforms destination wedding logistics. For couples seeking religious ceremonies, the usual challenge—coordinating with unfamiliar village churches, navigating language barriers, timing conflicts with local services—evaporates.

Forty Acres of Options - When Scale Serves Vision

Small venues force compromises; Elounda Beach's 40 acres provide options. Want beachfront ceremony but garden cocktails and clifftop dinner? The property accommodates seamless transitions. The infrastructure scales to vision rather than forcing vision to fit limitations.

Planning

Good to Know

Amenities

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Kids' play area
  • Gated & secure grounds
  • Clifftop setting
  • Bridal suite
  • Room service
  • Conference facilities and meeting rooms
  • Swimming pool
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Laundry and dry cleaning services
  • Beachfront location
  • Fitness center
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Car hire and local transportation
  • Mini golf and table tennis
  • Tennis courts and sports facilities
  • Business center with services
  • Spa & wellness center
  • On-site parking
  • Currency exchange
  • Safe deposit boxes
  • Hair & beauty salon
  • Gift shops and boutiques
  • Multiple pools
  • Baggage storage
  • Concierge service
  • On-site chapel

Services offered

  • Sound & AV support
  • Drone photography options (subject to local regulations)
  • Ceremony program printing coordination
  • Legal paperwork guidance
  • Bar & mixology service
  • Photo booth & activation station
  • Sommelier & wine pairing service
  • Entertainment & DJ booking
  • Fireworks coordination (where permitted)
  • Guest activity booking & recommendations
  • Spa & wellness packages
  • Lighting design
  • Additional photography hours available
  • Wedding cake
  • Floral arrangement coordination
  • Airport & port transfers
  • Furniture & rentals
  • Babysitting arrangement
  • In-house wedding coordinator
  • Next-day brunch hosting
  • Decoration setup & breakdown
  • Room service for wedding party
  • Guest accommodation coordination
  • General catering services
  • Menu tasting
  • Preferred vendor introductions
  • Welcome dinner hosting
  • Rehearsal coordination
  • Officiant arrangement
  • Welcome gift coordination for guest rooms
  • Anniversary & vow-renewal packages
  • Hair & makeup arrangement
  • Dietary accommodations
  • Casual poolside receptions
  • Activities programming for early-arriving guests
  • Full planning support
  • Group rates and packages for wedding guests

Reviews

What Couples & Guests Say

Google4.7793 reviews
  • This is an amazing resort! The staff is friendly and accommodating! Ioanna from guest experience is such a pleasure to interact with! Crete is beautiful! Highly recommend staying at Elounda Beach hotel and Villas!
    Maria Cassettaa month agoWedding
  • One of the best resorts I've stayed in in Greece. Unbelievably friendly and helpful staff, excellent food and a scenic setting. Elounda village is 20 minute - largely traffic free - walk away and has lots of cafés and shops plus boat trips to Spinalonga if…
    Alex Galloway2 months agoWedding
TripAdvisor4.5823 reviews

FAQ

Your Questions, Answered

Elounda Beach offers exceptional flexibility with capacity ranging from intimate gatherings of 20 guests to grand celebrations of 650 guests. The Greek Orthodox Chapel accommodates 50-80 for ceremony, the beachfront handles 200+, clifftop gardens host 100-150, waterfront terraces range from 20-150 depending on configuration, and banquet facilities can accommodate up to 650 for large-scale galas. The 40-acre property provides multiple venue options to match your guest count perfectly.
Yes, Elounda Beach features a fully consecrated Greek Orthodox Chapel built in traditional Cycladic style with whitewashed walls, blue dome, and icon-adorned interior. This is a functioning religious space for Orthodox ceremonies, eliminating the need to coordinate with external village churches. The chapel is air-conditioned, set within a recreated Greek village square amid resort gardens, and controlled entirely by your wedding timeline. For couples seeking authentic Orthodox ceremonies without destination wedding logistics complications, this is a rare and valuable amenity.
The resort offers 50+ room and villa types spanning 28 to 270 square meters, accommodating every budget and preference. Options include studios for budget-conscious guests, mid-range suites for couples, family bungalows with multiple bedrooms, and luxury villas up to 270 sqm with private infinity pools and dedicated staff. This variety allows you to house all guests on a single property—from college friends to VIP family—without forcing anyone into inappropriate accommodation tiers. The Bridal Suite provides newlywed sanctuary with upgraded villa-level luxury.
Elounda Beach occupies the upper tier of Greek wedding venues with dinner starting at €90+ per person (excluding beverages). Couples should anticipate total investment of €30,000-100,000+ depending on guest count, season, accommodation needs, and customization level. This positions well above village tavernas but aligns with comparable luxury Mediterranean resorts. The comprehensive packages bundle venue, coordination, accommodation, multiple restaurant options, photographer (2 hours included), chapel access, florals, spa access, and Leading Hotels service standards—providing value through coordination efficiency and included amenities that would require separate bookings elsewhere.
Three distinctions set it apart: (1) Leading Hotels of the World membership—only 400 properties worldwide meet these standards, ensuring service, infrastructure, and vendor networks refined through decades of high-stakes events. (2) The consecrated Greek Orthodox Chapel on property, eliminating external church coordination for religious ceremonies. (3) Scale and variety—40 acres with multiple ceremony locations, 5+ venue spaces, Michelin-recognized restaurants, 50+ accommodation types, and capacity from 20 to 650 guests. You design your vision rather than adapting to venue limitations.
The Mediterranean climate extends viability beyond typical May-October peak season. Spring (April-May) offers wildflowers, greener landscapes, and mild temperatures perfect for outdoor ceremonies. Autumn (September-October) provides optimal conditions with warm swimmable seas, moderated temperatures, harvest-season cuisine, and photographers' favorite golden light. Summer (June-August) guarantees sunshine and beach-party vibes. Even winter appeals for intimacy and reduced costs, with mild temperatures averaging 15-17°C and the indoor chapel removing weather dependency. The resort operates year-round maintaining full services.
Multilingual capability is woven throughout operations—staff communicate comfortably in English, German, Greek, Russian, and more, not just at the front desk but among waitstaff, coordinators, and spa personnel. Concierge services coordinate airport transportation from Heraklion (one hour transfer), marriage license assistance at town hall, excursion bookings, and guest needs. The coordinators specialize in destination wedding logistics: arrival orchestration, accommodation management, activity programming for early arrivals, and seamless three-day (or longer) guest experiences. This eliminates the anxiety international travelers feel navigating unfamiliar destinations.
Wedding packages include access to multiple Michelin-recognized restaurants across the property, with menus designed by award-winning chefs using Crete's legendary ingredients (olive oil, honey, herbs, cheeses). Options range from traditional Cretan taverna-style feasts to refined Mediterranean fine dining to international fusion. Reception dinner starts at €90+ per person with wine pairings, sommelier services, and presentation standards that make every course memorable. The culinary team seamlessly accommodates dietary restrictions (allergies, religious, vegan, preferences) and customizes menus to reflect couple preferences, seasonal availability, and cultural traditions.
The 40-acre resort provides extensive on-property amenities: multiple pools, private beaches, Penthouse Spa, fitness center, tennis, water sports, Kids' Club, restaurants, and bars—all accessible without leaving campus. Beyond the resort, Elounda village (walking distance) offers authentic Cretan character, nearby Agios Nikolaos (15 minutes) provides cosmopolitan dining and shopping, and excursions to Spinalonga Island (former leper colony turned archaeological site) make popular day trips. The combination gives guests weekend options from resort relaxation to Greek cultural immersion to active adventures.
Each wedding receives a dedicated coordinator (names like Rue and Helena are frequently praised in reviews) for pre-wedding meetings, timeline design, vendor coordination, rehearsal management, and day-of execution. Services include marriage license assistance at town hall, setup and breakdown, guest arrival coordination, multi-day event programming support, ceremony and reception seating arrangements, sound system setup, and that crucial problem-solving capability that makes complex logistics appear effortless. The coordinator becomes your single point of contact for venue, accommodation, restaurants, spa, activities, and all resort services—eliminating the need to manage multiple vendor relationships.

Getting There

Location

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