Athina Palace Resort & Spa is a hotel destination wedding venue in Mades, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion International) (HER), 90 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Athina Palace Resort & Spa
Athina Palace Resort & Spa commands views across the Cretan landscape from its hilltop position in Mades, where whitewashed architecture rises against Mediterranean horizons.
About Athina Palace Resort & Spa
Athina Palace Resort & Spa commands views across the Cretan landscape from its hilltop position in Mades, where whitewashed architecture rises against Mediterranean horizons.
The property's terraced grounds feature gardens and pool areas that cascade down the elevation, offering multiple outdoor ceremony and reception backdrops.
Stone archways and classical Greek design elements provide an authentic regional aesthetic without requiring travel to remote islands.
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I’ve stayed at many hotels before, but athina Palace Resort & Spa in Greece beats them all! Our room was next-level luxury – absolutely BABA-style! Super elegant, with our own private pool on the terrace.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located in Mades, Crete at 715 00 postal code with panoramic views of surrounding hills and valleys
- Full-service spa facility on-site for bridal parties and guest relaxation before ceremonies
- Hotel accommodates 150+ guests with on-property lodging eliminating need for external accommodation coordination
- 4.2/5 Google rating based on verified guest reviews
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome cocktail by pool
- 6:00 PMRehearsal dinner at resort restaurant
- 10:00 AMBridal party spa services (massages, facials)
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion International).
- Typical total
- €8,000-15,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000-15,000 for 100-guest wedding with 2-night guest stays
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
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€45-75 (catering, beverages, service)
- Room rate
- €90-180 a nightAisle estimate
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€90-180 (standard to suite rooms)
- 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
- 281 081 1800
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Spa services, décor upgrades, and premium menu selections incur additional costs. Contact venue directly at http://www.athinapalace.com.gr for customized quotes.
Questions about the venue
What is the maximum guest capacity?+
Athina Palace Resort & Spa can accommodate up to 150 guests for ceremonies and receptions, with on-site hotel rooms for out-of-town attendees.
Are there indoor backup options for outdoor ceremonies?+
Yes, the resort features indoor event spaces available if weather requires moving ceremonies or receptions inside.
Does the venue offer catering and bar services?+
As a full-service resort, Athina Palace provides comprehensive catering, beverage, and dining services tailored to wedding menus and preferences.
Are there spa services available for wedding parties?+
The on-site spa offers treatments including massages, facials, and wellness services that can be booked for bridal parties and guests.
What is the nearest airport?+
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) is approximately 60 kilometers away with roughly 90-minute transfer time by car or arranged shuttle.
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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.