6 of the Best Wedding Venues on the Greek Island of Crete
The largest of the Greek islands, Crete is home to a number of beautiful and idyllic wedding venues, from breathtaking seaside resorts to charming vineyards nestled among rolling hills. Couples can choose from stunning waterfront locations with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, traditional stone churches set against picturesque backdrops, or luxurious hotels boasting spa facilities and exquisite dining options. The island’s rich history and vibrant culture add a unique charm to any celebration, providing an ideal setting for both intimate ceremonies and grand festivities. With its mild climate and stunning natural landscapes, weddings in Crete are not only memorable but also infused with an enchanting Mediterranean ambiance.
Below we’ve listed 6 of our favourite wedding venues in Crete, to help get you inspired.
1. Amirandes
A super glamorous, modern hotel that puts a new spin on the water palaces of Minoan Kings and Venetian Nobles, Amirandes hotel is staged around an ancient lagoon and forms an impressive backdrop to a wedding. Host your ceremony and reception on their exclusive events patio which can host up to 160 guests, or down on their VIP Beach with up to 80 guests. The hotel is also home to a number of top tier amenities including large pools, impressive sports facilities and 10 restaurants and bars, so there’s plenty to keep you busy and relaxed across your wedding weekend.
2. En Kipo Seaview
Positioned at the top of a verdant hillside with impressive panoramic views out to sea, En Kipo Seaview provides couples with a truly serene and completely private spot. With up 2800 square metres of space to do with as you wish, its the perfect blank canvas wedding venue to bring your ideas to life. The venue is able to host up to 120 guests, has a late license until 12am which can be extended for a fee, and plenty of private parking for your guests. Located in Chania in Crete, it is also really close to restaurants, bars and hotels.
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3. Cretan Winery Durakis
Located just a short drive from the historic city of Heraklion, Cretan Winery Durakis is a idyllic spot for a wedding. Home to a family-owned vineyard with incredible views of the Lasithi Mountains, it is perfect for weddings both large and small. With beautiful verdant grounds filled with local blooms and horticulture, you can host your whole wedding outside across their garden and in their lovely rustic courtyard. Alternatively they also have a cosy cellar room that is a wonderfully intimate space for winter weddings. Plus with it being a winery, you can treat your nearest and dearest to a fun wine tasting the day before the wedding.
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4. Agreco Farm
Nestled in the heart of Crete, the beautifully authentic Agreco Farm is filled with rustic charm and is a well-loved spot in the area. Featuring traditional architecture that makes it feel like a small Cretan village, it has a really warm, friendly and laidback vibe, with lush colourful gardens all around. With views out over the vineyards and the sea, the venue is home to an Olive Press, Watermill, General Store and Wine Cellar and can host up to 200 guests. Get married within the venue’s own chapel for a religious service or in the village square for a civil ceremony, followed by a delicious locally inspired dinner al fresco for an experience that feels straight out of ‘Mamma Mia’. On the days surrounding the wedding, you can also enjoy wine and olive oil tastings here, and visit their very own mini zoo where you’ll find deer, wild goats, donkeys, bees and wild boar!
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5. Markakis Estate
A large 1500 square metre wedding venue, Markakis Estate has a real modern Greek feel and is a beautiful blank canvas wedding venue. Say your ‘I Do’s’ on the whitewashed cobbled square surrounded by olive, palm, fig and bay trees with up to 70 guests, or in the spacious Greek chapel of Saint Nicolas. For cocktail hour, make the most of Cactus Corner for photographs and the outdoor lounge for drinks and canapés. For the reception, dine al fresco with up to 100 guests on their main village feeling event square, with a partially covered area. The main house of the venue also has a veranda with a pool overlooking the olive groves which is ideal for family events before the wedding, along with accommodation for the bride and groom.
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6. Kapsaliana Village Hotel
A beautifully restored Cretan village, Kapsaliana Village Hotel has a wonderfully laid-back feel to it. Surrounded by picturesque landscapes, it is home to the island’s largest olive grove, with an 18th century olive press and its own museum. Host your ceremony outside on the terrace, followed by a reception in their former monastic olive mill for up to 30 guests, or al fresco for up to 70 guests. The hotel is also home to a lovely cosy restaurant and outdoor pool surrounded by flowers, for unwinding on the days around the wedding.
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