MonEs is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Chania, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Chania International Airport 'Ioannis Daskalogiannis' (CHQ), 30–40 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
MonEs
MonEs operates as a working restaurant on the grounds of a restored monastery estate in Chania, meaning your wedding guests enjoy authentic Cretan cuisine prepared fresh during celebrations.
About MonEs
MonEs operates as a working restaurant on the grounds of a restored monastery estate in Chania, meaning your wedding guests enjoy authentic Cretan cuisine prepared fresh during celebrations.
With a 4.7/5 Google rating, this venue leverages its dual function as an active dining establishment to deliver both ceremony spaces and full culinary service without external catering.
The 721 32 location offers sea views and traditional architecture while maintaining modern restaurant operations and infrastructure.
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Absolutely outstanding experience at Mon.Es Restaurant! The food was nothing short of excellent — every dish was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented.
Natasa Kalli · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CHQ, 40 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Active restaurant on monastery estate grounds, culinary team handles all food service with fresh Cretan ingredients
- 4.7/5 Google rating reflects consistent quality across dining and event experiences
- Restored monastery architecture provides authentic backdrop for ceremony and reception photos
- On-site kitchen eliminates need for external catering logistics and coordination
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00–17:00Guest arrival in Chania; check-in at local hotels
- 10:00–11:00Guest arrival and aperitifs on monastery grounds
- 11:30–12:30Ceremony in outdoor or indoor monastery space
- 12:30–14:00Cocktail hour and group photos on estate grounds
- 14:00–18:00Reception dinner with restaurant service
- 18:00–22:00Dancing and evening celebration
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CHQ · about 40 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Chania International Airport 'Ioannis Daskalogiannis'.
- Typical total
- €3,500–10,000+Aisle estimate
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€3,500–10,000+ for 50 guests (ceremony + reception + external lodging)
- Ceremony fee
- €800–1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45–75 a headAisle estimate
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€45–75 (restaurant menu pricing; custom menus may vary)
- Room rate
- €80–200+ a nightAisle estimate
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€80–200+ (external hotels in Chania area; not on-site)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2821 052129
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Costs depend on guest count, menu selections, beverage packages, and seasonal rates. Request formal quote via monasteryestate.com. External accommodation costs are not managed by the venue.
Questions about the venue
Can we customize the menu beyond the restaurant's standard offerings?+
Yes. MonEs works with couples to design custom menus while maintaining its restaurant operations. Contact them through monasteryestate.com to discuss dietary requirements and preference options.
Is the ceremony held outdoors or indoors?+
Both options are available depending on season and guest count. The monastery grounds offer outdoor ceremony spaces with sea views, while indoor areas accommodate weather contingencies.
What is included in the venue fee?+
The ceremony space rental and restaurant facilities are included. Reception per-head costs cover food and beverage service. Confirm exact inclusions (tables, linens, décor) directly with the venue.
How many guests can MonEs accommodate?+
The venue hosts 20–150 guests across multiple monastery spaces and outdoor areas. Larger celebrations may require split timings or multiple seatings.
Are accommodations available on-site?+
MonEs operates as a restaurant venue; on-site lodging is not provided. However, Chania offers numerous hotels and guesthouses within 5–15 km of the monastery estate.
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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.