Electra Palace Thessaloniki is a hotel destination wedding venue in Thessaloniki, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Thessaloniki International Airport 'Makedonia' (SKG), 20 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki sits on Aristotélous Square, Greece's largest plaza, giving you a built-in backdrop for arrivals and photo sessions without needing to travel elsewhere.
About Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki sits on Aristotélous Square, Greece's largest plaza, giving you a built-in backdrop for arrivals and photo sessions without needing to travel elsewhere.
This 4-star hotel operates its own event spaces across multiple levels, meaning your ceremony, cocktail, and dinner can flow without vendor coordination headaches.
With a 4.6/5 Google rating, it's proven reliable for the logistics that actually matter on wedding day.
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What an amazing stay. So happy we booked our holiday stay at this hotel. Very friendly and helpful local staff. From the front desk to the breakfast and housekeeping. A truly 5star experience.
Andreas Markakis · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SKG, 20 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Aristotélous Square, one of Europe's largest public squares, ideal for guest arrivals and outdoor photography
- On-site event spaces accommodate 20–150 guests across banquet halls and terraces
- Direct waterfront views of Thermaic Gulf available from upper-floor event rooms
- Hotel provides accommodation for 164 guest rooms, allowing most attendees to stay under one roof
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.
- 3:00 PM–6:00 PMGuest arrivals; check-in at hotel; welcome cocktail on Aristotélous Square or lobby terrace
- 7:00 PM–11:00 PMRehearsal dinner in private dining room (optional; 30–50 guests)
- 4:00 PM–5:00 PMCeremony in ballroom or square-side venue
- 5:30 PM–6:30 PMCocktail hour with canapés and sparkling wine (terrace or adjacent hall)
- 6:30 PM–11:30 PMReception dinner, toasts, dancing (main ballroom)
- 10:00 AMFarewell breakfast (hotel restaurant); guest checkout by noon
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- SKG · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Thessaloniki International Airport 'Makedonia'.
- Typical total
- €8,000–18,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000–18,000 for 80-guest wedding (ceremony + reception + accommodation for 50 guests, 2 nights)
- Ceremony fee
- €500–1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €65–95 a headAisle estimate
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€65–95 (food, beverage, service; premium packages €95–130)
- Room rate
- €100–150 a nightAisle estimate
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€100–150 (negotiated group rate for 20+ rooms)
- 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
- 231 029 4040
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Request a formal quote through the hotel's wedding coordinator on their website.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. The hotel has multiple event spaces including ballrooms and outdoor terraces on Aristotélous Square. Most couples hold ceremonies in a ground-floor hall or on the square itself, then move to reception spaces on upper floors with Gulf views.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
Capacity ranges from 20 to 150 depending on the space configuration. The main ballroom seats approximately 120–140 for dining.
Is accommodation included or discounted?+
The hotel blocks rooms at negotiated rates for wedding parties. Typical guest room rates start around €100–150/night, but your wedding coordinator secures group pricing. Most of your 50–150 guests can stay on-site.
What's included in the catering package?+
Menu options range from buffet to plated service. The in-house kitchen handles all food, beverages, and bar service. Packages typically include reception cocktails, multi-course dinner, dessert, coffee, and premium spirits.
What's the nearest airport?+
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) is 15 km southeast, roughly 20 minutes by car. The hotel can arrange airport transfers for your guests.
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.