Hotel Cephalonia Palace is a hotel destination wedding venue in Paliki, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Kephalonia International Airport (JIA) (JIA), 45-60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Hotel Cephalonia Palace
Hotel Cephalonia Palace commands a dramatic clifftop position overlooking Xi Beach's golden sands and the Ionian Sea, with terraced gardens descending toward the water's edge and unobstructed sunset views across the coastline.
About Hotel Cephalonia Palace
Hotel Cephalonia Palace commands a dramatic clifftop position overlooking Xi Beach's golden sands and the Ionian Sea, with terraced gardens descending toward the water's edge and unobstructed sunset views across the coastline.
The property's Mediterranean architecture rises from the rocky terrain at Paliki's southwestern point, offering guests both intimate ceremony spaces with panoramic backdrops and protected indoor venues.
This 4.2-star rated hotel transforms the natural landscape into a wedding canvas where sea breezes and golden-hour light define the atmosphere.
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My partner and I stayed at the hotel for 10 nights all inclusive and it was brilliant. The staff were incredible, hardest workers and had a great to have a laugh with. The food was great, different food every night.
Huw Lewis · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- JIA, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located directly above Xi Beach with direct beach access via private stairs and pathways
- Google rating of 4.2/5 from verified guests across multiple years
- Capacity accommodates 20-150 guests across ceremony and reception configurations
- On-site accommodations allow multi-day wedding events with 150+ guest rooms available
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.
- 2:00 PM - 6:00 PMGuest check-in and welcome reception on clifftop terrace with light refreshments
- 5:00 PMCeremony on main terrace overlooking Xi Beach
- 6:00 PM - 6:30 PMCocktail hour on secondary terraces with sea views
- 7:00 PM - 11:30 PMReception dinner in covered pavilion with Mediterranean cuisine
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- JIA · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Kephalonia International Airport (JIA).
- Typical total
- €8,000-20,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000-20,000+ for 50-100 guests (ceremony, reception, and 2-night accommodation package)
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
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€45-75 (buffet); €65-95 (seated menu)
- Room rate
- €100-220 a nightAisle estimate
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€100-220 (standard to premium rooms; wedding guest rates typically 10-15% discounted)
- 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
- 2671 091111
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-day packages available. Gratuity and alcohol typically additional. Request formal quote through http://cephaloniapalace.com.gr/en/
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the venue?+
Yes. The hotel offers multiple spaces including clifftop terraces for ceremonies and indoor/outdoor pavilions for receptions, with catering facilities and event coordination services available.
Is accommodation included for wedding guests?+
The venue operates as a full hotel with on-site rooms. Guest accommodations can be arranged directly with the hotel; wedding packages typically include preferential rates for block bookings.
What is the ceremony capacity?+
The venue accommodates 20-150 guests depending on the space selected. Clifftop terraces suit smaller, intimate ceremonies while covered pavilions accommodate larger groups.
When is the best season for a wedding here?+
Summer months (July-August) are warmer but busier.
Are there dining options for wedding receptions?+
The hotel features multiple restaurants and bars with Mediterranean cuisine. Full catering is available through the venue, including customized menus for wedding celebrations.
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.