Hotel

Mythos Palace Resort & Spa - Crete

Kournas 730 07, Greece, Greece20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), 90 minutes

Mythos Palace Resort & Spa sits on the Cretan coast near Kournas, commanding views across the Aegean Sea with the White Mountains rising inland. This 4-star hotel property features direct beach access and landscaped grounds that descend toward the waterline, creating natural separation between ceremony and reception spaces. The resort's spa facilities and multiple dining venues provide flexibility for multi-day wedding celebrations.

Highlights

Located in Kournas, near the freshwater Lake Kournas—Crete's only natural lake, 4.5 kilometers away
Direct private beach access with unobstructed Aegean Sea views
Full-service spa with massage and wellness treatments available for guest packages
Accommodates 20–150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces
On-site dining with Mediterranean cuisine; separate function areas for ceremonies and receptions

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationGreece

Nearest airportHER

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Plan your wedding at Mythos Palace Resort & Spa - Crete

Getting there

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)

90 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€90–€150 per vehicle (4 passengers)

90 minutes · Door-to-door service from Heraklion airport to resort

Rental car

€40–€60 per day

90 minutes · Self-drive via A90 highway toward Rethymno, then local roads to Kournas

Shuttle service

€25–€35 per person

90 minutes · Resort-arranged group shuttle for wedding parties (minimum 10 guests)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€600–€1,200 (beach or garden setup)

Reception (per guest)

€55–€95 (three-course dinner, open bar)

Accommodation (per night)

€100–€200 (standard double room; wedding discounts apply)

Estimated total

€15,000–€25,000 (50-person wedding, 2-night stay, full catering)

Pricing varies by season (May–September premium rates). Spa packages, welcome dinners, and rehearsal events available à la carte. Vendor fees not included.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (Day 1)

4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome reception at beachfront bar

Friday

7:00 PMRehearsal dinner in garden pavilion

Saturday (Day 2)

10:00 AMSpa treatments and wellness activities for guests

Saturday

4:00 PMCeremony on private beach terrace

5:30 PMCocktail hour and group photography

7:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in beachfront banquet hall

Sunday (Day 3)

10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest checkout

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

Frequently asked questions

What are the main event spaces?

The resort offers beachfront terraces, garden pavilions, and indoor banquet halls. Each space can be customized with lighting and décor. Beach ceremonies typically accommodate up to 120 guests; indoor venues handle larger receptions.

Is accommodation included for guests?

Guest rooms are available on-site at negotiated wedding rates. The resort typically offers 20–30% discounts for wedding parties booking 10+ rooms for multiple nights.

What is the closest airport?

Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) in Heraklion is approximately 75 kilometers away, roughly 90 minutes by car or private transfer.

Can the resort arrange wedding planning services?

Yes. The events team coordinates catering, floral arrangements, photography liaisons, and ceremony logistics. External vendors are permitted if preferred.

What is the best season for a wedding here?

May through October offers warm, dry weather and calm seas. April and November are shoulder seasons with mild temperatures and fewer tourists.