Hotel

Hotel Petrino

Makrinitsa 370 11, Greece, Greece20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), 2.5-3 hours

Hotel Petrino sits at 370 meters elevation in Makrinitsa, meaning your ceremony won't compete with extreme heat—the mountain village stays 5-8 degrees cooler than coastal venues. This 4.8-star rated hotel offers stone architecture that photographs beautifully without requiring heavy styling, plus guests can actually walk the village cobblestone streets between events. The property handles logistics efficiently, with on-site accommodation reducing transportation chaos typical of destination weddings.

Highlights

Located in Makrinitsa, one of Pelion's highest villages at 370m elevation with naturally cooler temperatures during summer months
4.8/5 Google rating across 200+ reviews, indicating consistent guest satisfaction for hospitality and service
Stone-built Pelion architecture provides authentic backdrop requiring minimal additional decoration
On-site accommodation available, allowing guests to stay, dine, and celebrate without shuttle logistics
Walking distance to traditional village tavernas and shops for pre-wedding exploration

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationGreece

Nearest airportATH

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Plan your wedding at Hotel Petrino

Getting there

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)

2.5-3 hours to venue

Private car/driver

€120-180 one-way for sedan

2.5-3 hours · Hotel can arrange vehicle pickup from Athens airport; scenic drive through Thessaly region to Pelion mountains

Rental car

€40-60 daily rental plus fuel

2.5-3 hours · Pick up at Athens airport, drive north to Volos, then up mountain roads to Makrinitsa; roads are well-maintained but winding

Bus + local taxi

€25-40 total

3.5-4 hours total · KTEL bus from Athens to Volos (3 hours), then local taxi up to Makrinitsa village (30 minutes)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Included with reception package

Reception (per guest)

€45-75 (varies by menu and season)

Accommodation (per night)

€80-150 per room

Estimated total

€8,500-15,000 for 50-guest wedding with 2-night guest stay

Estimate includes reception catering, on-site room blocks, and venue spaces. Confirm current pricing and package options directly with hotel. Summer peak season (July-August) may incur higher rates.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome dinner in hotel taverna

Saturday morning

10:00 AMRehearsal in ceremony space

Saturday afternoon

5:00 PMCeremony begins

Saturday evening

7:00 PMCocktail reception on terrace

8:30 PMDinner and dancing in main reception hall

Sunday morning

9:00 AMCasual brunch; guest checkout

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

What's the weather like for a summer wedding at this elevation?

Makrinitsa's 370m elevation keeps temperatures 5-8 degrees Celsius cooler than seaside Pelion venues. Average July highs are 28°C rather than 35°C+ on the coast, reducing heat stress on guests in formal attire.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

Hotel Petrino can host ceremonies and receptions for 20-150 guests, with flexible indoor and outdoor spaces depending on season and weather.

Do guests need to arrange separate accommodations?

The hotel offers on-site rooms, allowing most guests to stay on property. This eliminates shuttle coordination and creates a contained celebration environment over multiple days.

What's included in the wedding package?

Contact the hotel directly at http://petrino-pelion.gr/ for current package details, as options typically include ceremony space, reception facilities, catering, and bar service with variations by season.

Can we hold both ceremony and reception here?

Yes. The property has indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for ceremonies and receptions, allowing you to keep the entire event in one location with guest rooms upstairs.