Hydra Icons
Guests arrive by ferry to the car-free island of Hydra, then ascend stone pathways to Hydra Icons, a 4-star hotel where whitewashed rooms overlook the Aegean Sea.
Hydra Icons is a hotel destination wedding venue in Idra, Greece, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), undefined. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Hydra Icons
Guests arrive by ferry to the car-free island of Hydra, then ascend stone pathways to Hydra Icons, a 4-star hotel where whitewashed rooms overlook the Aegean Sea.
Here, wedding celebrations unfold across terraced gardens and waterfront spaces where the sound of lapping waves replaces traffic.
Your guests will remember the journey itself, the ferry crossing, the village charm, the genuine disconnection from everyday life.
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Lovely room and very kind staff. They were very understanding and helpful when our ferry was cancelled and we had to leave a day early. Thank you for your hospitality!
Sara Mooney · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ATHAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Hydra, a UNESCO-protected island with no cars, only donkeys and foot traffic
- 4.8/5 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction across accommodation and event hosting
- Direct Aegean Sea views from multiple event spaces and 24 guest rooms
- Stone-built architecture dating to the 18th century, authentically preserved
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- MorningGuests begin arriving via Athens airport and ferry; check-in at Hydra Icons and partner hotels
- EveningWelcome dinner at hotel restaurant; informal gathering on waterfront terrace
- 4:00 PMCeremony in hotel gardens or waterfront space
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour on terraced gardens overlooking Aegean Sea
- 7:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in hotel dining room and adjacent spaces
- MorningFarewell breakfast; guests depart via ferry
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ATH · undefined
Guests fly into Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos.
- Typical total
- €8,500-18,000Aisle estimate
Prices vary significantly by season; summer (June-September) commands premium rates. Island logistics and ferry transport add 10-15% to typical mainland venue costs. Direct quote required from hotel.
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€8,500-18,000 for 50-75 guests with 2-night stay and full catering
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1200Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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Included with reception package (estimated €800-1200 as separate add-on)
- Reception
- €65-95 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€65-95 depending on menu and season
- Room rate
- €120-220 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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€120-220 per room based on season and room category
- Weather window
- June – September
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 697 724 6275
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
How do guests get to Hydra Icons?+
Guests take a ferry from Athens (Piraeus port) to Hydra Town, a 60-minute journey. From the ferry dock, the hotel is a 10-15 minute walk uphill through the village, or staff can arrange donkey transport for luggage.
Can the hotel accommodate our entire wedding party?+
Hydra Icons has 24 rooms on-site. For larger groups, the hotel can coordinate accommodations at partner properties throughout Hydra Town within walking distance.
What outdoor event spaces are available?+
The venue offers terraced gardens, a waterfront terrace overlooking the harbor, and an indoor dining room. Capacity ranges from 50 to 150 guests depending on configuration and chosen spaces.
Is the venue accessible for guests with mobility concerns?+
Hydra is a historic island village with uneven stone streets and stairs. The hotel itself has some level access, but reaching it requires navigating the village. Discuss specific needs directly with management.
What is included in the wedding package?+
Contact the hotel directly at http://www.hydraicons.gr for customized packages. Typical inclusions cover ceremony space, reception facilities, in-house catering, and room blocks for guests.
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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.