Grecotel Plaza BeachHouse
Guests arrive at this beachfront hotel in Rethymno to find themselves steps from the Cretan Sea, where they'll spend their wedding weekend moving between sun-soaked terraces and refined indoor spaces.
- Ceremony
- 30 seated
- Reception
- 200 seated
- Nearest airport
- HER · 45-50 minutes
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.5 /5 · 747
Grecotel Plaza Beach House is a hotel destination wedding venue in Rethymno 741 00, Greece, hosting 30 to 200 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport (HER), 45-50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Grecotel Plaza Beach House in Rethymno 741 00, open June–September.
Guests arrive at this beachfront hotel in Rethymno to find themselves steps from the Cretan Sea, where they'll spend their wedding weekend moving between sun-soaked terraces and refined indoor spaces.
The 4.5-star property offers direct beach access and accommodations for your entire party, meaning celebrations can flow seamlessly from ceremony to reception to late-night dancing without a single car ride.
Staff coordinate logistics across 60 Ari Velouchioti, handling everything from setup to the final toast.
I stayed at Plaza Beach House with my family of four during an off-season vacation to Crete. The hotel was as advertised and overall we had an exceptional time. Outstanding guest service was a standout highlight for our stay. All employees, from reception to restaurant, were extremely helpful, positive, and really good with kids. I would return and recommend for all families.
4 notes, from the desk.
Direct private beach access with 200+ meters of waterfront for ceremonies and cocktail hours
Four on-site dining venues including à la carte restaurants and casual poolside dining
275+ guest rooms and suites accommodate the entire wedding party on property
Full-service spa and wellness center for pre-wedding relaxation and bridal prep
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Grecotel Plaza Beach House.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 16:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome reception by the beach
- 19:30Welcome dinner at beachfront restaurant
- 10:00Bridal prep in suite; spa services on-site
- 17:00Ceremony on private beach with sea views
- 18:00Cocktail hour and group photos on terrace
- 19:30Reception dinner in main ballroom with band and dancing
- 10:00Casual farewell brunch and checkout
Things worth knowing.
HER · 45-50 minutes
Guests fly into Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€12,000-25,000
Pricing varies by season (high: June-September; shoulder: May, October). Final quotes require consultation with sales team. Alcohol packages, entertainment riders, and spa add-ons increase totals.
€800-1,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€65-95 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€120-280 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we have our ceremony on the beach?+
Yes. The property offers beachfront ceremony space with sunset or sunrise options. Private beach access means your guests won't compete with general swimmers, and the hotel handles all permits and setup.
Is accommodation included for guests?+
Guest rooms are booked separately from your wedding event fee. The hotel typically offers group rates for wedding parties, with discounts increasing at higher room blocks.
How far is the venue from Rethymno town?+
Grecotel Plaza Beach House is located directly in Rethymno at Ari Velouchioti 60. The Old Town and local restaurants are within 1-2 km, easily accessible by short walk or hotel shuttle.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Standard packages include ceremony space, reception hall, catering, basic décor, and event coordination. À la carte add-ons cover spa treatments, additional entertainment, premium bar packages, and extended hours.
What's the best time to marry here?+
May through October offers warm, predictable weather. June and September provide ideal conditions—warm but not scorching—and slightly fewer peak-season crowds than July-August.
Hold dates at Grecotel Plaza Beach House.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.