Ippokampos is a hotel destination wedding venue in Hydra, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), undefined. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Ippokampos
Guests arrive by private boat to Hydra's car-free harbor, stepping directly onto the hotel's waterfront terrace where the Aegean stretches before them.
About Ippokampos
Guests arrive by private boat to Hydra's car-free harbor, stepping directly onto the hotel's waterfront terrace where the Aegean stretches before them.
Ippokampos offers 40 rooms across a restored Cycladic property with whitewashed stone walls and sea-view balconies, creating an intimate island escape.
The venue seats up to 150 guests for ceremonies and receptions, with multiple terraced spaces that capture sunset light over the water.
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Lovely hotel, very peaceful & lots of character. Staff were very nice. Short walk from the ferry.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- ATHAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Hydra island, accessible only by boat, no cars allowed on the island, ensuring complete privacy and seclusion
- 40 guest rooms available on-site for a fully immersive destination experience with accommodation included
- Multi-level terraced gardens and waterfront areas accommodate ceremonies of 20–150 guests with flexible configuration options
- Direct boat access from Athens (2-hour hydrofoil journey) makes logistics straightforward for international guests
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 5:00 PMGuest arrivals continue throughout day; welcome gathering on waterfront terrace with prosecco and Greek meze
- 10:00 AMCeremony begins on tiered garden terrace overlooking the Aegean
- 1:00 PMCocktail hour and photos on waterfront decking; aperitivo service
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- ATHAisle estimate
Guests fly into Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos.
- Typical total
- $15,000–35,000+Aisle estimate
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$15,000–35,000+ for 50–100 guests with 3-night stay
- Ceremony fee
- $800–1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $95–150 a headAisle estimate
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$95–150 (3-course Mediterranean dinner, beverages, service)
- Room rate
- $180–320 a nightAisle estimate
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$180–320 (standard to sea-view rooms)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2298 053453
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-day celebrations, welcome events, and premium room upgrades increase totals. Request custom proposal directly from the hotel for exact pricing.
Questions about the venue
How do guests get to Hydra for the wedding?+
Guests fly into Athens International Airport and take a 2-hour hydrofoil ferry from the port of Piraeus directly to Hydra's harbor. The hotel can arrange group ferry bookings and transportation coordination. No cars exist on the island, all movement is by foot, donkey, or water taxi.
What's included in the venue package?+
Contact the hotel directly at http://www.ippokampos.com/ for detailed packages. Typically, destination wedding venues in this category include ceremony space, reception facilities, catering, and discounted room rates for guests.
Can we have an all-inclusive wedding with guest accommodations?+
Yes. The hotel's 40 rooms allow you to house most or all guests on-site, simplifying logistics and extending the celebration across multiple days with welcome dinners, rehearsal brunches, and farewell gatherings.
What's the guest capacity range?+
Ippokampos accommodates ceremonies and receptions from 20 to 150 guests across tiered terrace spaces, with flexibility to expand or reduce based on your guest count and layout preferences.
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.