Giannoulis - Grand Bay Beach Resort (Exclusive Adults) is a hotel destination wedding venue in Kolimvari, Greece, hosting 50 to 300 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Chania International Airport 'Ioannis Daskalogiannis' (CHQ), 45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Giannoulis - Grand Bay Beach Resort (Exclusive Adults)
Guests arrive at this adults-only beachfront resort on Crete's northern coast to discover unobstructed Aegean views, private beach access, and accommodations where 200+ guests can spread across elegant suites and villas.
About Giannoulis - Grand Bay Beach Resort (Exclusive Adults)
Guests arrive at this adults-only beachfront resort on Crete's northern coast to discover unobstructed Aegean views, private beach access, and accommodations where 200+ guests can spread across elegant suites and villas.
From the moment they step onto the sand, attendees experience the resort's all-inclusive approach, meals, drinks, and activities included, allowing them to focus entirely on celebration.
The property's 4.5-star rating reflects consistently high marks for service, cuisine, and the coordination of multi-day wedding events.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We have spent 12 fantastic days in this hotel.
Wojciech Krawczyk · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Rooms
- 78 rooms
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €90 to €190 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CHQ, 45 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Coastal, modern, elegant
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Private beach frontage with direct Mediterranean access for ceremonies or cocktail receptions
- All-inclusive package covers accommodations, meals, beverages, and selected activities for all guests
- Capacity for up to 300 guests across multiple event spaces including beachfront terraces and indoor ballrooms
- Adults-only policy (18+) ensures a refined, sophisticated atmosphere throughout the celebration
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.
- Afternoon/EveningGuests check in; welcome cocktail on the beach at sunset; casual dinner buffet
- 10:00 AMCeremony on private beach; guest seating arranged facing Aegean Sea
- 12:00 PMCocktail reception and aperitif on beachfront terrace
- 2:00 PMSeated reception dinner; dancing and entertainment into evening
- Morning/AfternoonLeisurely breakfast; optional activities; guest check-out and transfers to airport
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CHQ · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Chania International Airport 'Ioannis Daskalogiannis'.
- Typical total
- €18,000–35,000Aisle estimate
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€18,000–€35,000 for 50-guest wedding (2-night stay, mid-season); scales with guest count and room upgrades
- Ceremony fee
- €0Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €90–140 a headAisle estimate
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€90–€140 (all-inclusive food/beverage; décor and entertainment additional)
- Room rate
- €120–350 a nightAisle estimate
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€120–€350 per room depending on season and room type
- 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
- 2824 083380
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-night packages and group discounts available. Ask about ceremony coordination, photography packages, and entertainment add-ons when requesting formal quote.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the beach?+
Yes. The resort offers dedicated beachfront ceremony setups with adjustable seating, followed by reception transitions to the terrace or pavilion areas, all steps away from the sand.
What's included in the all-inclusive package?+
Accommodations, breakfast, lunch, dinner, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and fitness/leisure activities. Wedding-specific services (catering upgrades, décor, entertainment) are quoted separately.
Are there villas or only standard rooms?+
The resort offers both suites and private villas with varying configurations, allowing you to tailor guest accommodations by budget or relationship to the couple.
What's the weather like in peak wedding season?+
May–October brings sunny, warm conditions (25–32°C).
Can we customize menus or dietary requirements?+
Yes. The culinary team accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-specific needs with advance notice. Premium menu selections and special cuisines are available at additional cost.
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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Rooms: 78 rooms
“Choose your hideaway from one of our 78 rooms some of which have a privately shared pool.”
Read the source for roomsOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“We can organize the ceremony and the reception of your wedding on the beach with the wonderful view of the Aegean Sea.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Our chefs’ team will be happy to discuss and suggest the wedding event menu after your request according to your own taste preferences as it can be customized by choosing from a broad catalogue.”
Read the source for in-house cateringSetting: Coastal, modern, elegant
“All of our hotels and resorts are located on the beach side.”
Read the source for setting