Hotel

Maison Meltem

Malevizi 715 00, Greece, Greece20–80 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–80 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Heraklion (HER), 50-60 minutes

Guests arrive at this intimate Cretan hotel to discover whitewashed rooms overlooking olive groves and the Aegean Sea, where the arrival experience itself becomes the first memory of celebration. Built around authentic Greek hospitality, Maison Meltem hosts ceremonies on terraces with unobstructed water views and receptions in stone-walled spaces that feel both rustic and refined. The 8-room property ensures your closest family and friends stay steps away, sharing meals and sunsets throughout the wedding weekend.

Highlights

8-room boutique hotel with 100% guest accommodation on-site
Private terrace ceremonies overlooking the Aegean Sea with Venetian fortress views
Stone-built reception areas with capacity for 50-80 seated guests
Located on 2 hectares of functioning olive grove in Malevizi village
5/5 Google rating from destination wedding guests

Quick facts

Capacity20–80 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationGreece

Nearest airportHER

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Plan your wedding at Maison Meltem

Getting there

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Heraklion (HER)

50-60 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€60-90 per vehicle

50-60 minutes · Door-to-door from airport to Malevizi village

Coach rental

€400-600 for full coach

50-60 minutes · Group transport for 20+ guests from airport

Self-drive

€25-50/day car rental

50-60 minutes · Rent car at airport; follow signs to Malevizi via Rethymno road

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€800-1,200

Reception (per guest)

€45-75 (includes food, beverage, service)

Accommodation (per night)

€120-200 per room (8 rooms available)

Estimated total

€4,500-8,500 for 40-guest weekend wedding (2 nights accommodation + ceremony + reception)

Pricing varies by season (high: June-September; low: April-May, October). Multi-day packages and group rates available. Beverages, flowers, photography, and entertainment billed separately.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

Afternoon/EveningGuest arrival; welcome dinner in the olive grove or main hall

Saturday

4:00 PMCeremony on the sea-view terrace

5:30 PMCocktail hour and photo session on the grounds

7:00 PMSeated reception dinner in stone hall

11:00 PMDancing and dessert under the stars

Sunday

11:00 AMFarewell breakfast before guest departures

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we have a ceremony and reception at the same venue?

Yes. Maison Meltem offers multiple terrace spaces for ceremonies with sea views and adjoining stone halls for receptions, allowing seamless transitions without leaving the property.

Is the venue suitable for smaller weddings?

The hotel accommodates 20-80 guests comfortably, making it ideal for intimate celebrations where every attendee can stay on-site.

What's included in the venue rental?

Ceremony and reception spaces, table setup, and basic décor are included. Catering is arranged through the hotel's kitchen, which prepares traditional Cretan menus.

What's the nearest airport?

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) is 45km away with a 50-60 minute transfer time via private car or coach.

Can we customize the menu?

The on-site kitchen creates custom menus featuring local Cretan ingredients, olive oil, and wines, with vegetarian and dietary options available.