Grand Hotel Holiday Resort is a hotel destination wedding venue in Hersonissos, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis) (HER), 45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Grand Hotel Holiday Resort
Guests arrive at Grand Hotel Holiday Resort to find themselves steps from Hersonissos's vibrant waterfront, where the hotel's 4.5-star amenities and beachfront location create the foundation for ceremonies and receptions that flow between indoor elegance and sea views.
About Grand Hotel Holiday Resort
Guests arrive at Grand Hotel Holiday Resort to find themselves steps from Hersonissos's vibrant waterfront, where the hotel's 4.5-star amenities and beachfront location create the foundation for ceremonies and receptions that flow between indoor elegance and sea views.
The resort accommodates up to 150 guests with on-site accommodation, allowing your wedding party to wake together the morning after celebrations, creating genuine continuity rather than scattered logistics.
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Out second visit to the Grand Hotel our first being 7 years ago and then again sept 2025 We received such a warm welcome at reception even though our flight had been delayed and it was very late.
Angela Stewart · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Beachfront location in Hersonissos with direct Mediterranean views for ceremony backdrops
- Capacity for up to 150 guests with on-site hotel rooms eliminating guest travel between venues
- Multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces including ballroom and terrace facilities
- 4.5-star Google rating reflecting consistent guest satisfaction across services
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest check-in begins; welcome reception in hotel lobby with light refreshments
- 10:00 AMBride and groom preparation in suite; photographer coverage begins
- 4:30 PMGuest seating on beachfront ceremony terrace
- 5:00 PMCeremony begins with Mediterranean backdrop
- 6:00 PMCocktail hour on terrace with sea views
- 7:30 PMGuests move to ballroom for reception dinner
- 10:00 PMDancing and entertainment; late-night snacks service
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis).
- Typical total
- €8,000-18,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000-18,000 (50-guest wedding with one night accommodation; scales to €20,000-45,000 for 150 guests with two nights)
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €60-95 a headAisle estimate
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€60-95 (three-course dinner, beverages, service)
- Room rate
- €80-180 a nightAisle estimate
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€80-180 (guest room rates, wedding group discounts typically 15-25%)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2897 026300
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Costs vary by season (peak July-August commands premium rates). Package deals combining room blocks with event catering often provide 10-20% savings. Confirm all pricing directly with sales team at http://www.grandhotel.gr/
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the resort?+
Yes. Grand Hotel Holiday Resort offers multiple event spaces including beachfront terraces for ceremonies and indoor ballrooms for receptions, all within the same property.
What accommodation options are available for wedding guests?+
The resort provides on-site hotel rooms for guests, with negotiated wedding guest rates typically available. This keeps your party centralized for events and pre-wedding activities.
Does the venue handle catering and beverages?+
Yes. As a full-service hotel, Grand Hotel Holiday Resort manages all food and beverage for events through their in-house kitchens and bars, with customizable menus available.
What is the guest capacity range?+
The venue accommodates between 20 and 150 guests depending on your chosen event space configuration.
How far is the resort from the airport?+
Heraklion International Airport is approximately 30km away, typically a 45-minute transfer via private car or shuttle service arranged through the hotel.
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.