Maison Meltem is a hotel destination wedding venue in Malevizi, Greece, hosting 20 to 80 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Heraklion (HER), 50-60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Maison Meltem
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.
About Maison Meltem
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.
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My stay at Maison Meltem in Agia Pelagia was truly exceptional. Every morning started perfectly with a freshly made breakfast, prepared with care and delicious local ingredients.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue 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
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon/EveningGuest arrival; welcome dinner in the olive grove or main hall
- 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
- 11:00 AMFarewell breakfast before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, Heraklion.
- Typical total
- €4,500-8,500Aisle estimate
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€4,500-8,500 for 40-guest weekend wedding (2 nights accommodation + ceremony + reception)
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
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€45-75 (includes food, beverage, service)
- Room rate
- €120-200 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-200 per room (8 rooms available)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 06 11 92 03 55
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-day packages and group rates available. Beverages, flowers, photography, and entertainment billed separately.
Questions about the venue
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 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.
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.