Manili Boutique Suites & Villas, an SLH Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Archanes, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) (HER), 40-50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Manili Boutique Suites & Villas, an SLH Hotel
Perched in the Cretan highlands above Archanes, Manili Boutique Suites & Villas commands sweeping views across terraced vineyards and the Aegean beyond.
About Manili Boutique Suites & Villas, an SLH Hotel
Perched in the Cretan highlands above Archanes, Manili Boutique Suites & Villas commands sweeping views across terraced vineyards and the Aegean beyond.
Stone architecture and local design details anchor the property in its mountainous setting, while open courtyards and infinity-edge pools seem to spill into the landscape.
At 701 meters elevation, this SLH hotel offers crisp air and dramatic light that intensifies at sunset.
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We stayed 4 nights - we had very high expectations that were unfortunately not completely fulfilled… The whole hotel village is beautifully built with lots of different buildings in a very unique style.
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Money
- Price
- €3,000 to €8,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 50 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Island, modern, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located 701 meters above sea level in Archanes, offering panoramic Aegean and vineyard vistas
- Member of Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) with 4.6/5 Google rating from verified guests
- Stone suites and villas designed with Cretan architectural vernacular and locally sourced materials
- On-site wine facilities and partnerships with regional Cretan wineries for tastings and dinners
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 19:00Guest arrivals; welcome reception at courtyard with local wine and mezze
- 10:00Ceremony on terraced courtyard overlooking vineyards
- 13:00Seated reception lunch with three-course menu and wine pairings
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · 40-50 minutes
Guests fly into Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion).
- Typical total
- €15,000-45,000+Aisle estimate
Wine experiences and custom menu items add to base costs. Direct inquiry recommended for accurate quoting.
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€15,000-45,000+ for 75 guests (two nights, inclusive of accommodation blocks and reception)
- Ceremony fee
- Included with reception packageAisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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Included with reception package (typical for SLH hotels)
- Reception
- €85-150+ / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€85-150+ depending on menu level and season
- Room rate
- €250-600+ / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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€250-600+ per suite/villa depending on season
- Weather window
- June – August, October
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 281 075 3001
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What makes Manili's elevation significant for a wedding?+
At 701 meters, the venue offers relief from summer heat, clear evening light, and unobstructed sunset views over vineyards and coastline. The cooler mountain air is appreciated by guests and creates striking photography conditions.
Does the venue offer wedding packages?+
Contact Manili directly through http://www.manili.gr/ for customized packages. As an SLH property, pricing is typically adjusted per guest count, season, and menu selections rather than fixed packages.
Can we incorporate wine into our celebration?+
Yes. The property's Cretan wine partnerships allow for tastings, wine pairings, and vineyard-themed dinners. This can be integrated into welcome events, rehearsal dinners, or reception menus.
What is the nearest airport?+
Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion/HER) is approximately 30km away, roughly a 40-50 minute drive via rental car or private transfer.
Are accommodations available for guests?+
Yes. The property has boutique suites and villas on-site with rates varying by season. Block rates for wedding parties are negotiable directly with the hotel.
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.