Blue Bay Resort Hotel
Guests arrive at Blue Bay Resort Hotel to find themselves on the Cretan coastline, where sea views dominate every vantage point and the afternoon light reflects off the water during cocktail hour.
Blue Bay Resort Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Heraklion, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis) (HER), 30-35 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
About Blue Bay Resort Hotel
Guests arrive at Blue Bay Resort Hotel to find themselves on the Cretan coastline, where sea views dominate every vantage point and the afternoon light reflects off the water during cocktail hour.
The hotel's direct beach access means your ceremony can begin with the sound of waves, while reception spaces overlook the bay with unobstructed horizons.
Staff manages logistics with precision, from welcome drinks to the final dance, allowing guests to experience continuity between ceremony, dinner, and celebration without moving far from where they arrived.
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Great hotel, value for money. Clean and comfortable beds. Staff lovely and helpful. Entertainment good (most nights). Spa treatments were amazing. Would recommend this hotel.
Sue Bowley · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 35 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Direct private beach access at Agia Pelagia with shallow, calm waters suitable for ceremony setups
- 150-guest maximum capacity across multiple event spaces with adjustable indoor/outdoor configurations
- On-site accommodation for 80+ guests reduces travel logistics and extends celebration into the evening
- Hotel restaurant serves Cretan and Mediterranean cuisine with customizable wedding menus
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00-18:00Guest arrival; check-in and welcome refreshments at hotel
- 19:00-22:00Welcome dinner at restaurant or beach terrace
- 09:00-10:00Wedding rehearsal (optional)
- 16:00Guest arrival and pre-ceremony photos
- 17:30Ceremony (beach or indoor space)
- 18:30-19:30Cocktail hour with bay views
- 20:00-00:00Reception: dinner, dancing, celebrations
- 10:00-12:00Farewell breakfast; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 35 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis).
- Typical total
- €8,000-15,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000-15,000+ (100-guest wedding with 2-night stay for 50 guests, excludes flowers, photography, music)
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€45-75 (food and beverage, Cretan menu options available)
- Room rate
- €80-150 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€80-150 (guest rooms, group rates available)
- 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 1072
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season, menu selections, and customization. Request detailed proposal from hotel for firm quotes.
Questions about the venue
Can we have the ceremony on the beach?+
Yes. Blue Bay Resort Hotel offers beach ceremony setups with the bay as your backdrop. The hotel coordinates permits, seating arrangements, and weather contingency plans with covered spaces nearby.
Do guests need to stay at the hotel?+
No, but the resort offers on-site rooms at group rates, which simplifies guest logistics. Many couples block 40-60 rooms for multi-day celebrations; the hotel manages rooming lists and group check-in.
What's included in the wedding package?+
Packages typically include ceremony space, reception venue rental, tables, chairs, and basic lighting. Catering, beverages, and décor are priced separately. Contact the hotel directly at http://www.bluebay.gr/ for customized quotations.
How far is the nearest airport?+
Heraklion International Airport is 25km away, approximately 30-35 minutes by car. The hotel can arrange shuttle transfers for guests or recommend local car rental services.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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.