Aelius Hotel & Spa By Lavris Group
Aelius Hotel & Spa stands apart in Crete by offering a full-service resort experience where guests enjoy accommodation, dining, and wellness facilities without coordinating multiple vendors.
Aelius Hotel & Spa By Lavris Group is a hotel destination wedding venue in Kato Gouves, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Heraklion International Airport 'Nikos Kazantzakis' (HER), 35 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Aelius Hotel & Spa By Lavris Group
Aelius Hotel & Spa stands apart in Crete by offering a full-service resort experience where guests enjoy accommodation, dining, and wellness facilities without coordinating multiple vendors.
The property's integrated spa and beachfront location in Kato Gouves eliminate logistical complexity, allowing couples to focus on celebration rather than logistics.
With 4.3-star ratings across 200+ guest reviews, the venue delivers consistent hospitality throughout multi-day events.
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Together with my wife and 10 months daughter, we had a wonderful time here. We spent a week at the beginning of October and I can honestly say, it was a perfect timing, because there was no crowds and the weather was perfect.
Krzysztof Kacpura (Kapcur) · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 35 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Beachfront location on Crete's northern coast with direct Mediterranean access
- On-site spa facilities including massage, sauna, and wellness treatments for guest relaxation
- Full-service hotel with 150+ rooms accommodating wedding parties and guests in one location
- Indoor and outdoor event spaces supporting ceremonies from 20 to 150 guests
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and spa welcome treatment
- 6:30 PMRehearsal dinner at hotel restaurant overlooking sea
- 10:00 AMBridal party spa services (massages, treatments)
- 4:00 PMBeachfront ceremony
- 6:00 PMCocktail hour at seaside terrace
- 7:30 PMReception dinner and dancing
- 11:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 35 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Heraklion International Airport 'Nikos Kazantzakis'.
- Typical total
- €8,000-18,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000-18,000 for 75-100 guests with 2-3 night stays and full package
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €65-95 a headAisle estimate
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€65-95 (three-course dinner, non-alcoholic beverages; premium packages €95-130)
- Room rate
- €70-160 a nightAisle estimate
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€70-160 per room (varies by season and room type)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2897 041101
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-day event packages combining ceremony, reception, and guest accommodation available. Alcohol packages, live music, and spa add-ons billed separately.
Questions about the venue
Can all wedding guests stay at the hotel?+
Yes. With 150+ rooms on-site, most wedding parties can be accommodated under one roof, simplifying logistics and encouraging extended celebrations.
What's included in the wedding package?+
Packages typically include ceremony space, reception venue, catering for specified guest count, basic décor, and coordination services. Custom add-ons like spa treatments and extended stays are available.
Are beach ceremonies possible?+
Yes. The beachfront setting permits ceremonies on sand with sea views, weather permitting. Indoor backup spaces available.
What's the nearest airport?+
Heraklion International Airport 'Nikos Kazantzakis' is 25km away, approximately 35 minutes by car via shuttle or rental transfer.
Can the spa be booked for guest experiences?+
Yes. Group spa packages for bridal parties, rehearsal dinners, and post-wedding relaxation can be arranged separately from event services.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.