Aethos Ericeira
The untamed beauty of the Atlantic coast offers the perfect setting to reawaken your energy and focus.
Aethos Ericeira is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ericeira, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$$ price range, reached from Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS), 1.5 hours by car. Best months: July, August, September, December.
About Aethos Ericeira
The untamed beauty of the Atlantic coast offers the perfect setting to reawaken your energy and focus.
Embrace the waves, slow down in the water, and let our thoughtfully retreat programmes reconnect you with nature, and with what truly matters.
Aethos Ericeira accommodates wedding parties of 20 to 150 guests across its ceremony and reception spaces.
The closest airport is Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport (LIS), about 45 hours by car away by road.
Ask about a date.
Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We came here to have a nice two-day getaway from the hustle and bustle of life. We realized two days wasn't long enough for this place, as in good weather we'd have liked to spend more time in the heated saltwater pool.
Антон Соколенко · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 100 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 50 rooms
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Legal ceremony on site
- Yes
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €150 to €350 per headAisle estimate
House rules
- Pets
- Yes
- Children
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- LIS, 45 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
The spaces
- Reception indoors
- Yes
- Reception outdoors
- Yes
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Coastal, modern, elegant
The place
- Swimming pool
- Yes
- Sea view
- Yes
- Beach on foot
- Yes
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
- Bar on site
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Located 85km north of Lisbon with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Ericeira's coastline
- 4.8/5 Google rating reflecting consistent guest satisfaction across accommodations and event services
- On-site restaurant and bar managed by the hotel, allowing full control over catering menus and beverage programs
- Modern architecture, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and outdoor terrace spaces
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00-18:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitif on main terrace
- 19:30Casual dinner for early arrivals at on-site restaurant
- 10:00-12:00Optional group activity (surf lesson, coastal walk, spa access)
- 16:00Ceremony begins on ocean-view terrace or indoor venue
- 17:00-18:00Cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres and ocean views
- 18:30-23:00Seated reception dinner, toasts, dancing, and late-night dessert service
- 09:00-12:00Farewell brunch at hotel restaurant before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LIS · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Humberto Delgado Lisbon Airport.
- Typical total
- €35,000-100,000+Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
€35,000-100,000+ for 50 guests (ceremony + reception + 2 nights accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500-3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-300 a headAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€85-300(catering, beverages, service; varies by menu tier)
- Room rate
- €250-600 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€250-600 (standard to suite; seasonal variation)
- Weather window
- July – September
The months the weather is kindest, with December mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 261 244 510
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Estimates exclude florals, photography, music/DJ, and external rentals. Multi-night room blocks receive negotiated rates. Exact pricing requires direct consultation with their events team.
Questions about the venue
What is the ceremony capacity?+
Aethos can accommodate 20-150 guests depending on whether you utilize indoor event spaces, terraces, or a combination setup. Outdoor ceremonies leverage the cliff views, while indoor options provide weather backup.
Are accommodations included for guests?+
Yes. Aethos is a hotel, so guests stay on-property. Room rates vary by season and room type; coordinating room blocks for your wedding is standard practice.
What's the weather like for weddings?+
Late May through September offers the most reliable conditions (average 20-25°C). Atlantic wind can be strong year-round, so terraces may require windbreaks depending on your setup.
Can we have a ceremony outside?+
Yes. The clifftop terraces and ocean-facing areas are popular ceremony spots. The hotel works with you on setup, though weather contingency planning is essential.
Is this venue suitable for smaller weddings?+
Absolutely. With a 20-person minimum, intimate gatherings work well, and the hotel's scale doesn't overwhelm smaller groups the way larger resorts might.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
Still deciding? Elena is Aisle’s AI wedding planner. Give her a month and a guest count and she will forecast the budget, work out how your guests would travel, and put a first plan on paper. No account needed.
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Ask about dates at Aethos Ericeira.
Send your dates or a rough season, your guest count and what you’d like to know. The venue can then confirm availability and pricing.
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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 100 guests
“The terrace sets the scene for unforgettable cocktail parties with captivating views, while ONDA can accommodate up to 100 guests for a full-service gala dinner.”
Read the source for seated dinnerRooms: 50 rooms
“Aethos Ericeira is a 50-room hotel positioned high up on sandstone cliffs, overlooking the beach on a stretch of coastline known to offer some of the best waves in Portugal.”
Read the source for roomsWhole property to yourselves: Yes
“Full property buyout is available for couples who want exclusive use.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesLegal ceremony on site: Yes
“Civil and symbolic ceremonies take place outdoors, over the cliff, with the Atlantic behind, and Catholic ones are coordinated at the Ericeira churches, a few minutes away.”
Read the source for legal ceremony on siteOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“For weddings, the clifftop ceremony space with the Atlantic directly behind is the defining feature.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“The hotel's restaurant, Onda, specializes in elevated Portuguese cuisine with a strong emphasis on locally sourced ingredients and Silver Coast seafood.”
Read the source for in-house cateringBar on site: Yes
“Additional seating is available at the bar - and by the pool for a more relaxed vibe.”
Read the source for bar on sitePets: Yes
“Dogs can stay for €50 per night and all rooms are pet-friendly.”
Read the source for petsChildren: Yes
“The hotel has a two-bedroom family suite (with one double and four bunks) and some rooms take cots or extra beds.”
Read the source for childrenParking: Yes
“The hotel offers free uncovered self-parking and EV charging stations.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“The hotel has one wheelchair-accessible bedroom.”
Read the source for step-free accessReception indoors: Yes
“Set against the backdrop of the Atlantic, our 80m² venue combines a welcoming indoor space with an open-air terrace perfect for any occasion.”
Read the source for reception indoorsReception outdoors: Yes
“Set against the backdrop of the Atlantic, our 80m² venue combines a welcoming indoor space with an open-air terrace perfect for any occasion.”
Read the source for reception outdoorsIndoors or out: Both
“Set against the backdrop of the Atlantic, our 80m² venue combines a welcoming indoor space with an open-air terrace perfect for any occasion.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Coastal, modern, elegant
“Aethos Ericeira offers an extraordinary setting for your wedding - where dramatic coastal cliffs and sweeping Atlantic views meet refined design and effortless sophistication.”
Read the source for settingSwimming pool: Yes
“Heated Saltwater pool, gym, and interior/ exterior spa”
Read the source for swimming poolSea view: Yes
“The clifftop setting provides magnificent, uninterrupted ocean views that captivate guests from almost every angle of the property, from rooms to dining areas.”
Read the source for sea viewBeach on foot: Yes
“Landscape works help to create easy flow between these spaces, and link up with pathways leading to the beach.”
Read the source for beach on foot