Hotel

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

Name: Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Address: 2 Igeias, Iraklio, 712 02, GR
Telephone: 281 810 0100
Price range: $$$
Rating: 4.5

Iraklio 712 02, Greece, Greece20–150 guests$$$4.5(2,497)

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis) (HER), 45–60 minutes

Best months:June, July, August, October

Guests arrive at Aquila Atlantis Hotel to find a seafront location on Crete's northern coast, where the Ionian Sea becomes the backdrop for ceremonies and receptions. The hotel's 4.5-star rating reflects reliable service across 47 rooms, conference spaces, and outdoor terraces that shift from ceremony venue to dinner setting as the sun moves across the water. Your wedding party experiences both the formality of hotel service and the casual ease of a Mediterranean beach town.

Highlights

Located in Iraklio, Crete's largest city, with direct access to Heraklion International Airport (47 km away)
47-room capacity accommodates guests with on-site lodging; multiple event spaces for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners
Seafront terrace overlooks the Cretan coast with natural sunset timing for evening celebrations
4.5-star Google rating based on guest reviews of service quality and venue condition
On-site dining facilities with Mediterranean cuisine and customizable wedding menus

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationGreece

Nearest airportHER

Phone281 810 0100

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Best time to get married at Aquila Atlantis Hotel

The ideal months for a wedding at Aquila Atlantis Hotel in Iraklio 712 02, Greece are June, July, August, and October. These months balance warm daytime temperatures, low rainfall, and the highest sunshine hours of the year — the best window for outdoor ceremonies and reception dining. Expect daytime highs around 87°F (31°C) during the peak season.

Plan your wedding at Aquila Atlantis Hotel

Getting there

Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis) (HER)

45–60 minutes to venue

Rental car

€25–45 per day

50 minutes · Drive from airport via E75 highway toward Iraklio city center; hotel is signed from main roads

Private car service

€50–80 per transfer

45–60 minutes · Hotel can arrange or recommend local drivers; advance booking recommended

Taxi

€45–65

50–65 minutes · Official airport taxis available; ask driver for Igeias 2, Iraklio

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€500–1,200 (venue rental, tables, chairs)

Reception (per guest)

€45–75 (catering, beverages, service)

Accommodation (per night)

€80–150 per room (based on 47-room hotel capacity)

Estimated total

€4,500–12,000+ (50-guest wedding, 2 nights accommodation, ceremony + reception)

Pricing varies by season, guest count, and menu selection. Contact hotel directly for formal quotes. Estimate assumes moderate season (April–May, September–October).

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (day before wedding)

4:00 PMGuest arrivals and check-in; welcome reception on terrace

Saturday (wedding day)

9:00 AMBride and groom preparation in hotel suites

Saturday

4:00 PMGuests arrive for seaside ceremony on terrace

4:30 PMCeremony begins

5:30 PMCocktail hour and photographs on terrace overlooking Cretan coast

7:00 PMReception dinner in hotel restaurant or event space

Sunday (day after wedding)

10:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Weather

April

Temperature

75°F

Low: 58°F

Rainfall

3 days

7mm total

Sunshine

11.7 hrs

per day avg

Best months for outdoor weddings: June, July, August, October

4.5

2,497 Google reviews

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Madu S

Good location. The reception looks nice and staff is friendly. We had agreed on a wakeup call since we had an early morning flight but they forgot that, we got up with our own alarms so that turned out fine fortunately. The reception area looks nice, the rooms are old and need some upgrade. I would not classic this as a 5 star hotel, 3 stars at top. The staff was very friendly and helpful! And the location is good ☺️

4 months ago

Theofilos SHIN

One of the authentic hotels in crete island. It was built in 1964 originally. It seems renovated recently. Good view on harbor side. Hotel staffs are friendly and professional. Only weak point is GYM 🏋️‍♀️ facilities. Relatively small and lack of machines. Smell from the gym is not good..

4 months ago

Tony Gulotta

This is decidedly not a 5 star hotel although they think they are. You arrive and there is no one to even ask if they can take your bags let alone actually do it. There is no bellman at the door. Front desk couldn’t find the reservation and grilled us for the proof although our tour company made it months previous. A 5 minute check-in took a frustrating 20 minutes because when they finally found it, it was for one night not 3. They were to correct that problem “later.” Clearly it was not corrected because on Day 2 we return to find we are locked out. The card worked on the elevator but not to the room. According to the front desk, we created the lockout giving us several reasons as to why “we” likely demagnetized the cards. When I suggested that maybe “they” hadn’t extended our stay they doubled down on their intransigence. No apology and a poor attitude. The hotel is well located and clean with comfortable suites but you have to find your way to the shops because unless you ask for it, there is no map offered. The planes overhead make it noisy and they run until late at night and restart at 4am. During our 2 month journey across 4 countries including 2 in North Africa we consistently received warmer welcomes and better service from the front-facing staff than we did at this hotel. This is their weak spot.

5 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What time of year is best for a wedding at Aquila Atlantis?

May through September offers warm, dry weather ideal for outdoor ceremonies. April and October provide pleasant temperatures with fewer crowds. Winter months (November–March) are cooler but may include rain.

Can we have both ceremony and reception at the venue?

Yes. The hotel offers multiple event spaces and outdoor terraces. The seafront terrace accommodates ceremonies, while indoor and semi-outdoor spaces work for receptions.

Is transportation from the airport included?

The hotel can arrange airport transfers. Most guests arrange private car services or taxis for the 45–60 minute drive from Heraklion Airport (HER).

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

The hotel can host weddings from 20 to 150 guests across its event spaces and terrace areas.

What's included in wedding packages?

Contact the hotel directly at https://hotelatlantis.com/ for current package pricing, which typically includes venue rental, catering, tables, chairs, and basic décor options.