Bellevalia Hydra
Built in 1921, Bellevalia Hydra occupies a restored stone mansion that once served as a private residence for a wealthy Athenian family.
Bellevalia Hydra is a hotel destination wedding venue in Idra, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Athens International Airport 'Eleftherios Venizelos' (ATH), 90 minutes total (45 min drive to Piraeus + 60 min ferry). Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Bellevalia Hydra
Built in 1921, Bellevalia Hydra occupies a restored stone mansion that once served as a private residence for a wealthy Athenian family.
The painstaking restoration honors the original architecture while introducing modern amenities, preserving the building's Cycladic character and period details.
Set on the car-free island of Hydra, this hotel venue offers an authentic Greek island experience without compromise.
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We came to Four Seasons to use the day access to the beach which was really worth it. The location is excellent and the beach service is great. Sun-loungers are very comfortable and facilities are clean.
Elizaveta Brocheret · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 300 guests
- Standing reception
- 600 guests
Staying over
- Sleeps
- 24 guests
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €150 to €300 per headAisle estimate
House rules
- Weddings held
- April to October
- Music until
- 03:00
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ATH, 90 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Island, restored, elegant
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Constructed in 1921; maintains original stonework and architectural elements from the early 20th century
- Located on Hydra, a car-free island accessible only by ferry or private boat
- Google rating of 4.5/5 stars from verified guests
- Waterfront position with Aegean Sea views and direct access to harbor
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival via ferry; check-in and welcome refreshments on terrace
- 6:30 PMRehearsal dinner or informal gathering at harbor-view restaurant
- 10:00 AMBride and groom preparation in suite; photography begins
- 3:00 PMCeremony on seaside terrace overlooking Aegean
- 4:30 PMCocktail hour and group photos around property and harbor
- 6:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in main hall and outdoor spaces
- 11:00 AMFarewell breakfast before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ATH · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Athens International Airport 'Eleftherios Venizelos'.
- Typical total
- $18,000-45,000+Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
$18,000-45,000+ (for 75-100 guests, 2-night stay)
- Ceremony fee
- $1,200-2,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $85-150 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- $120-280 a nightAisle estimate
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2298 053698
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Costs vary by season (peak June-September commands 20-30% premium). All-inclusive packages available. Venue fee separate from catering and accommodation. Ferry and boat transfers additional.
Questions about the venue
How do guests arrive at Bellevalia Hydra?+
Guests travel by ferry from Piraeus Port in Athens (60 minutes) or private boat. No cars operate on the island; all transport is by foot, donkey, or water taxi.
What are the on-site ceremony options?+
The venue offers indoor spaces within the restored mansion and outdoor terraces overlooking the harbor. Specific configuration depends on guest count and season.
Does the venue accommodate overnight guests?+
Yes. As a hotel, Bellevalia Hydra provides accommodation for wedding guests, with rooms integrated into the historic property.
What is the maximum wedding capacity?+
The venue accommodates up to 150 guests for receptions, with smaller ceremonies possible in intimate spaces throughout the property.
Are catering and beverage services included?+
The venue provides full-service catering, bar service, and menu customization. Specific packages and pricing available through direct inquiry.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 300 guests
“Up to 300 guests for seated events and 600 for cocktail receptions”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 600 guests
“Up to 300 guests for seated events and 600 for cocktail receptions”
Read the source for standing receptionSleeps: 24 guests
“4 suites, 3 double rooms, and 1 villa — hosting up to 24 guests”
Read the source for sleepsOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Ceremonies can take place on the terrace overlooking the Aegean, in the olive garden surrounded by stone and light, or right by the water — creating a naturally romantic backdrop for your special day.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Rooted in the culinary legacy of Kyrá Tassia and guided by a new generation of chefs, our catering service combines honest Greek flavours with a refined, contemporary touch.”
Read the source for in-house cateringWeddings held: April to October
“April 1 – October 31”
Read the source for weddings heldMusic until: 03:00
“Until 3:00 a.m.”
Read the source for music untilSetting: Island, restored, elegant
“Surrounded by olive trees and overlooking the Plakes shore, it embodies the rare beauty of an island that moves at its own pace — unhurried, luminous, and true.”
Read the source for setting