Hotel Miranda is a hotel destination wedding venue in Idra, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Athens International 'Eleftherios Venizelos' (ATH), 2.5-3 hours total (airport to Piraeus port: 1 hour; ferry to Hydra: 2 hours). Best months: June, July, August, September.
Hotel Miranda
Built in 1925 as a captain's mansion during Hydra's prosperous shipping era, Hotel Miranda was meticulously restored to preserve its Neoclassical architecture while introducing modern hospitality amenities.
About Hotel Miranda
Built in 1925 as a captain's mansion during Hydra's prosperous shipping era, Hotel Miranda was meticulously restored to preserve its Neoclassical architecture while introducing modern hospitality amenities.
Perched on the Aegean coastline of this car-free island, the hotel retains original stonework, arched doorways, and period details that create an authentic Greek island backdrop.
With 16 individually appointed rooms and waterfront terraces, the property accommodates intimate gatherings with Mediterranean authenticity.
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Very cozzy and nice place. Very clean and quiet. We really enjoyed our stay here. The staff was very friendly and polite too. Great place to stay if you visit Hydra
Francisco Morales · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ATH, 180 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Historic 1925 mansion with original Neoclassical architecture and restored period features
- Located on Hydra island, a UNESCO-protected settlement with no vehicular traffic
- Capacity for 20-150 guests across indoor salons and seafront terraces
- Direct access to private waterfront with views toward the Peloponnese
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon/EveningGuest arrival via ferry from Piraeus; welcome reception on hotel terrace
- 11:00 AMCeremony in main salon or waterfront terrace
- 1:00 PMCocktails and appetizers on terrace
- 3:00 PMSeated reception dinner (Mediterranean menu)
- 10:00 PMDancing, dessert, and late-night island exploration
- MorningBrunch and guest departures via ferry
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ATH · about 3 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Athens International 'Eleftherios Venizelos'.
- Typical total
- $8,500-22,000+Aisle estimate
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$8,500-22,000+ (50-guest wedding with 2-night stays, catering, and basic coordination)
- Ceremony fee
- $800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $65-110 a headAisle estimate
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$65-110 (Mediterranean catering, service, linens)
- Room rate
- $180-350 a nightAisle estimate
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$180-350 (depending on room category and season)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2298 053510
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Group room rates available for 10+ rooms. Optional services (florals, photography, music) arranged separately. High-season deposits typically 30-50% of estimated total.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold ceremonies and receptions at the same venue?+
Yes. The hotel offers multiple spaces including the main salon for ceremonies and the waterfront terrace for receptions, allowing guests to flow between spaces or host both events on-site.
How do guests arrive on Hydra?+
Ferries depart from Piraeus port (2 hours by ferry) or fast ferries from other Saronic Gulf ports (45 minutes). No cars are permitted on the island, water taxis and donkeys provide local transport.
What is included in accommodation rates?+
Room rates include breakfast. The hotel can arrange group room blocks and coordinate ferry transfers for wedding parties.
Does the venue provide catering and design services?+
Hotel Miranda offers in-house catering with Mediterranean menus. Professional wedding coordinators and local vendors (florists, photographers) can be arranged through the hotel.
Could this be your venue?
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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.