Blue Bay Beach Resort
Blue Bay Beach Resort stands out for offering direct beachfront access with its own private stretch of sand, a rarity among Rhodes venues.
Blue Bay Beach Resort is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ialysos, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Rhodes International Airport (RHO), 20–25 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, August.
About Blue Bay Beach Resort
Blue Bay Beach Resort stands out for offering direct beachfront access with its own private stretch of sand, a rarity among Rhodes venues.
This 4-star hotel property delivers Mediterranean hospitality without requiring guests to travel between ceremony and reception locations, keeping all 150 potential guests within a single resort compound.
The on-site infrastructure handles both intimate gatherings and larger celebrations with dedicated event spaces overlooking the Aegean.
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The Blue Bay Beach Resort is one of the best hotels in the world! I could spend a few wonderful days at this hotel for the fourth time.
György Kasnyik · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- RHO, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Private beach access with unobstructed sea views for ceremonies and cocktail receptions
- All-inclusive accommodation options allow guests to stay on-property; 4.4/5 Google rating reflects consistent service quality
- Multiple event spaces including beachfront pavilion, indoor ballroom, and garden terraces accommodate 20–150 guests
- Ialysos location offers proximity to Rhodes Old Town (12 km) and Lindos attractions while maintaining resort tranquility
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome cocktail on beach
- 7:30 PMRehearsal dinner in resort restaurant
- 11:00 AMBridal party photos on beach and garden grounds
- 5:00 PMCeremony on private beach
- 6:00 PMCocktail reception and sunset aperitivos
- 8:00 PMSeated dinner in ballroom; toasts and dancing
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- RHO · about 25 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Rhodes International Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,500–18,000Aisle estimate
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€8,500–18,000 for 75-guest wedding (ceremony, reception, 2-night guest accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- €800–1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €55–85 a headAisle estimate
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€55–85 (three-course menu, bar service, basic décor)
- Room rate
- €90–180 a nightAisle estimate
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€90–180 (standard room, off-season to peak-season range)
- Weather window
- May – August
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2241 091131
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing excludes photography, florals, entertainment, and premium menu upgrades. Deposits typically 30–50% upon booking.
Questions about the venue
Can we have a ceremony directly on the beach?+
Yes. The resort offers beachfront ceremony setups on its private beach section. Sunset ceremonies are available with advance booking and weather contingency planning.
What is the guest accommodation capacity?+
The resort has sufficient rooms to lodge approximately 100+ guests. Rates and availability vary by season; advance booking is strongly recommended for destination wedding groups.
Are outside vendors permitted?+
The resort prefers in-house catering and coordination but may allow select outside vendors (photographers, musicians) with prior approval and coordination fees.
What is the best season for a wedding here?+
July–August is hot and busy; winter months have limited daylight for outdoor events.
How far is the nearest airport?+
Rhodes International Airport (RHO) is approximately 15 km away, roughly 20–25 minutes by car depending on traffic.
Could this be your venue?
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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.