Aquila Atlantis Hotel
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.
Aquila Atlantis Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Iraklio, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis) (HER), 45–60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
About Aquila Atlantis Hotel
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.
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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.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue 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
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrivals and check-in; welcome reception on terrace
- 9:00 AMBride and groom preparation in hotel suites
- 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
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis).
- Typical total
- €4,500–12,000+Aisle estimate
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€4,500–12,000+ (50-guest wedding, 2 nights accommodation, ceremony + reception)
- Ceremony fee
- €500–1,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45–75 a headAisle estimate
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€45–75 (catering, beverages, service)
- Room rate
- €80–150 a nightAisle estimate
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€80–150 per room (based on 47-room hotel capacity)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 281 810 0100
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season, guest count, and menu selection. Contact hotel directly for formal quotes.
Questions about the venue
What time of year is best for a wedding at Aquila Atlantis?+
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.
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.