Sea Side A LifestyleResort
Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort sits directly on Agia Pelagia's waterfront, meaning your ceremony backdrop is the Cretan Sea with zero setup required.
Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort is a hotel destination wedding venue in Mononaftis, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion International) (HER), 35–45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort in Mononaftis, open June – August, October.
Sea Side A Lifestyle Resort sits directly on Agia Pelagia's waterfront, meaning your ceremony backdrop is the Cretan Sea with zero setup required.
The 4.6-star hotel handles logistics seamlessly, accommodations, catering, and coordination are managed under one roof, eliminating vendor coordination headaches.
Whether you're planning 30 guests or 150, the resort's flexible indoor and outdoor spaces adapt to your guest count.
We’ve just returned from a truly wonderful 6-night stay at Seaside A Lifestyle Resort in Crete and honestly, we’re already wishing we were back there with a cocktail in hand!
Rhiannon Jacobs · read the whole review on Google →4 notes of our own.
Beachfront location with unobstructed sea views for ceremonies and receptions
On-site accommodations for guests, reduces travel friction and extends celebration time
4.6 Google rating based on guest reviews across hospitality and event execution
Multiple event spaces: seaside terraces, climate-controlled halls, and intimate garden areas
Best held in June, July, August.
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Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
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Yours will be different, nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome cocktail on the terrace
- 10:00 AMHair and makeup in reserved suite; photography preparation
- 4:00 PMGuest seating begins; prelude music on the beach
- 4:30 PMCeremony on the beachfront terrace (30 minutes)
- 5:15 PMCocktail hour and group photos on the beach and in gardens
- 6:45 PMReception begins; dinner and toasts indoors or under cover
- 10:30 PMDancing and late-night snacks; bonfire on beach (weather permitting)
- 9:00 AMOptional farewell breakfast; guest checkout
Things worth knowing.
- Getting there
- HER · 35–45 minutes
Guests fly into Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion International).
- Typical total
- $8,000–25,000
Estimates exclude florals, photography, music/DJ, and decor. Contact the resort for a formal quote tailored to your guest count and season.
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$8,000–25,000 for 50 guests (ceremony, reception, one night accommodations)
- Ceremony fee
- $500–1,200
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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$500–1,200 (varies by setup complexity and peak season)
- Reception
- $65–120 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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$65–120 (depends on menu and beverage package)
- Room rate
- $80–180 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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$80–180 (standard to premium rooms; negotiate group rates)
- Weather window
- June – August, October
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
- Direct line
- 281 081 1000
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources, not a quote from the venue. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
Can we have a beach ceremony and indoor reception?+
Yes. The resort offers beachfront ceremony setups on the sand or stone terrace, with indoor and covered outdoor reception venues steps away. You can transition guests between spaces without leaving the property.
What's included in the accommodation package?+
Room rates vary by season and category. Contact the resort directly at http://www.seaside-hotel.gr/ for package pricing that bundles guest rooms with wedding services.
How many guests can the venue handle?+
The resort comfortably accommodates 20–150 guests across its various event spaces, with flexibility to configure layouts based on your party size.
Is the venue suitable for destination weddings?+
Absolutely. The all-in-one setup, hotel, restaurant, event spaces, and beach access, makes it ideal for guests traveling from abroad. Many arrive early or stay after to explore Crete.
What catering options are available?+
The resort's in-house restaurant handles all food and beverage service. Greek cuisine, Mediterranean menus, and customized options are available; pricing is quoted per head based on selections.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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