Peninsula Resort & Spa is a hotel destination wedding venue in Agia Pelagia, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Heraklion International Airport (HER), 30 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Peninsula Resort & Spa
Peninsula Resort & Spa stands apart with its clifftop location directly above Agia Pelagia's turquoise waters, offering ceremonies where guests can exchange vows with unobstructed Cretan Sea views.
About Peninsula Resort & Spa
Peninsula Resort & Spa stands apart with its clifftop location directly above Agia Pelagia's turquoise waters, offering ceremonies where guests can exchange vows with unobstructed Cretan Sea views.
Unlike inland alternatives, this property delivers both accommodation and spa facilities on-site, eliminating logistics for multi-day celebrations.
The resort's private beach access and full-service spa create a comprehensive wellness experience uncommon among Greek destination venues.
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We just got back from an amazing week at Peninsula Resort & Spa, and it exceeded all expectations. First, the food is genuinely fantastic. Seriously—high-quality, fresh Cretan and international options every day.
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Money
- Price
- €80 to €160 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 30 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Coastal, modern, relaxed
Venue highlights
- Private beach access with direct Cretan Sea views from ceremony spaces
- Full-service spa offering pre-wedding treatments for bridal parties
- On-site accommodation for 100+ guests across resort rooms and suites
- Indoor and outdoor reception capacity from intimate dinners to 150-person events
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 2:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome reception at resort bar
- 6:00 PMRehearsal dinner at beachfront terrace
- 10:00 AMBride and party spa treatments (massage, facial)
- 4:00 PMCeremony on clifftop terrace overlooking Cretan Sea
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour at private beach access area
- 7:00 PMDinner and dancing in main reception hall
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest checkout
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Heraklion International Airport.
- Typical total
- €12,000-25,000+Aisle estimate
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€12,000-25,000+ (50-75 guests, 2-night stay, ceremony + reception)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500-2,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €65-95 a headAisle estimate
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€65-95 (depending on menu tier and season)
- Room rate
- €120-180 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-180 (standard rooms); €200-300 (suites)
- 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
- 281 081 1313
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Spa packages, bar upgrades, and entertainment add additional costs. Summer peak season (July-August) commands premium pricing.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the venue?+
Yes. Peninsula Resort & Spa offers multiple ceremony spaces with sea backdrops and connects directly to reception halls and terraces, allowing transitions between events.
Is accommodation included for guests?+
The resort provides on-site rooms and suites at wedding guest rates. Room blocks can be arranged through the venue for multi-day celebrations.
What's the closest major airport?+
Heraklion International Airport (HER) is 25km away, approximately 30 minutes by car via the coastal highway.
Are outdoor ceremonies weather-dependent?+
The resort has covered terrace options as backup spaces, though the clifftop location experiences typically calm Mediterranean conditions April through October.
Can the venue accommodate dietary restrictions?+
Yes. The resort's catering team manages Greek, Mediterranean, and international menus with accommodation for vegetarian, vegan, and allergy requirements.
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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Setting: Coastal, modern, relaxed
“The Peninsula Resort & Spa is a seaside all-inclusive resort in Crete, located just outside the coastal village of Agia Pelagia, about 25 km from Heraklion, the island’s capital.”
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