Hotel

Bastione Malvasia Hotel

Monemvasia 230 70, Greece, Greece20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Athens International Airport 'Eleftherios Venizelos' (ATH), 2.5–3 hours by car

Perched on a medieval fortress overlooking the Aegean, Bastione Malvasia Hotel offers built-in logistics for destination weddings—your guests sleep steps from the ceremony, eliminating transportation headaches. The 4.6-star rated property combines Byzantine architecture with modern hospitality across Monemvasia's historic castle town. With on-site accommodation, dining, and stunning clifftop terraces, the venue handles multiple wedding days under one roof.

Highlights

Located within the 6th-century Kastro Monemvasias fortress, a UNESCO-recognized medieval settlement
4.6 Google rating with dedicated wedding coordination services
On-site hotel accommodates up to 150 guests with rooms ranging from standard to suite categories
Two distinct terraces offer ceremony and reception spaces with unobstructed Aegean Sea views
All-inclusive advantage: accommodation, catering, and bar services managed by single venue

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationGreece

Nearest airportATH

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Plan your wedding at Bastione Malvasia Hotel

Getting there

Athens International Airport 'Eleftherios Venizelos' (ATH)

2.5–3 hours by car to venue

Rental car

€40–80 per day vehicle rental

180 minutes · Pick up at Athens airport; drive south via A7 motorway toward Corinth and Argolis. Follow signs to Monemvasia.

Private transfer/driver service

€150–300 one-way depending on group size

180 minutes · Arranged through hotel; comfortable sedan or minibus with English-speaking driver.

Bus + local taxi

€20–35 total

240 minutes plus waiting · KTEL bus from Athens to Monemvasia town (4 hours); hotel arranges final transfer to castle property.

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€400–800 (venue rental for terrace or hall)

Reception (per guest)

€65–120 (three-course menu, beverages, service)

Accommodation (per night)

€90–250 (standard to deluxe rooms; negotiable rates for wedding groups)

Estimated total

€8,000–18,000 for 50 guests (ceremony, reception dinner, one night accommodation)

All-inclusive packages available; pricing varies by season and guest count. Contact venue for custom quotes. High-season (June–September) commands 15–20% premium.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

6:00 PMGuest arrival at hotel; welcome aperitif on terrace

Saturday

11:00 AMCeremony on clifftop terrace overlooking Aegean

1:00 PMCocktail reception and canapés in courtyard

7:30 PMDinner reception in main hall or secondary terrace

Sunday morning

9:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest checkout

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we host both ceremony and reception at the hotel?

Yes. Bastione Malvasia operates multiple event spaces including outdoor terraces and indoor halls, allowing back-to-back ceremonies and receptions without leaving the property.

What's the guest capacity?

The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on event configuration. Indoor spaces suit intimate gatherings; terrace setups scale to larger celebrations.

Are guest rooms included in wedding packages?

Room blocks are negotiable. Many couples arrange discounted hotel rates for wedding guests; inquire directly via the website for package pricing.

What is the best time of year to marry here?

May–June and September–October offer ideal weather with mild temperatures (72–79°F) and lower rainfall than winter months. July–August attract peak tourist crowds.

How do guests access the venue?

Monemvasia is car-accessible via a causeway to the modern town; the castle interior is pedestrian-only. The hotel arranges shuttle service from the main entrance.