Hotel

Belvedere Suites Santorini

Thira 847 00, Greece, Greece20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Santorini International Airport (Thira) (JTR), 20–30 minutes

Belvedere Suites sits directly on Santorini's caldera edge, meaning your ceremony backdrop is the Aegean Sea without competing with crowds in central Thira. The hotel operates 45 suites with private terraces, eliminating the logistics of shuttling guests between ceremony and accommodation. With a 4.6-star rating, the venue handles all coordination in-house, from catering to day-of logistics.

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Highlights

45 on-site suites allow guests to stay where they celebrate, reducing transportation coordination
Caldera-view ceremony spaces capture unobstructed sunset backdrops over the Aegean
Private terraces on each suite function as intimate gathering spaces for rehearsals or pre-ceremony preparations
Located at sea-level elevation on Santorini's quieter eastern slope, away from Oia tourist zones
Hotel staff manages ceremonies, receptions, and guest accommodations through single point of contact

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationGreece

Nearest airportJTR

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Plan your wedding at Belvedere Suites Santorini

Getting there

Santorini International Airport (Thira) (JTR)

20–30 minutes to venue

Private car service

€50–€70 per vehicle (up to 4 passengers)

20–30 minutes · Hotel arranges transfers; driver meets guests at arrivals

Rental car

€40–€65 per day (vehicle rental)

25–35 minutes · Self-drive via coastal road; parking available on-site

Shared shuttle

€25–€35 per person

25–35 minutes · Hotel offers group shuttle for parties of 8+ (advance booking required)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€800–€1,500 (includes venue, tables, basic setup)

Reception (per guest)

€75–€130 (food, beverage, service; menu-dependent)

Accommodation (per night)

€180–€450 (room rate varies by season and suite type)

Estimated total

€12,000–€28,000 (50-person wedding, 3 nights accommodation, peak season)

Peak season (May–October) carries 20–30% premium. Off-season (November–April) offers 15–25% reductions. Group room rates typically reduce per-night cost by 10–15%.

Sample wedding weekend

Thursday (arrival day)

14:00–18:00Guest arrivals; check-in and welcome reception on main terrace

Friday

10:00–12:00Rehearsal on ceremony terrace with coordination team

19:00–22:00Rehearsal dinner in private dining room

Saturday

16:30–17:15Guest arrival and seating; pre-ceremony music

17:30–18:00Ceremony on caldera-view terrace

18:00–18:45Cocktail hour on garden terraces

19:00–23:30Seated reception dinner and dancing in main hall

Sunday

09:00–11:00Farewell breakfast; checkout by 12:00

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

Frequently asked questions

What's the typical guest capacity for ceremonies and receptions?

The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on configuration. Ceremonies typically use terrace or garden spaces, while receptions utilize indoor dining rooms with caldera views.

Are guest accommodations included in wedding packages?

No, room rates are separate from event fees. However, negotiated group rates are standard for wedding parties; the hotel typically offers 10–15% discounts for blocks of 15+ rooms.

What's included in catering, and are dietary restrictions accommodated?

The in-house kitchen offers Greek and Mediterranean menus starting at approximately €60–€90 per person. Vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific meals are routinely prepared with advance notice.

How far is the venue from Santorini's airport?

Santorini (JTR) is roughly 12 km away; transfers take 20–30 minutes by car depending on traffic and road conditions.

Can the hotel arrange florals, photography, or other vendors?

Yes. The hotel maintains preferred vendor lists for photography, florals, and entertainment. External vendors are permitted; a coordination fee (~€300–€500) applies for non-preferred suppliers.