Hotel

VALENA MARE LUXURY SUITES & APARTMENTS

NAXOS 843 00, Greece, Greece20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Naxos Airport (domestic) or Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (International) (JNX or ATH), 45 minutes from Naxos ferries; 5+ hours from Athens (ferry required)

Guests arrive at this beachfront Plaka property to find themselves steps from the Aegean Sea, with whitewashed suites opening directly onto private sandy shores. The 4.8-star rated Valena Mare offers both intimate ceremony spaces along the water and flexible indoor areas, allowing your celebration to unfold exactly as you envision it. Accommodation integrated on-site means your guests wake to sea views and sunset aperitivos without traveling elsewhere.

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Highlights

Direct beach access with 24 private suites and apartments for guest accommodation
4.8 Google rating from 200+ verified guest reviews
Waterfront ceremony locations ranging from sandy beach to stone-paved terraces
Naxos location: 45 minutes from ferry port, major hub for Cycladic island access
All-inclusive venue and lodging simplifies logistics for international destination guests

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationGreece

Nearest airportJNX or ATH

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Plan your wedding at VALENA MARE LUXURY SUITES & APARTMENTS

Getting there

Naxos Airport (domestic) or Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (International) (JNX or ATH)

45 minutes from Naxos ferries; 5+ hours from Athens (ferry required) to venue

Ferry + Taxi

$40–80 per person ferry + €15–25 taxi

5-6 hours total · Ferry from Piraeus Port (Athens) to Naxos Town, then taxi/transfer to Plaka beach

Domestic Flight + Transfer

$80–150 roundtrip flight + €15 transfer

2.5 hours total · Flight Athens–Naxos, then 10-minute car to Plaka

Private Boat Charter

$500–1500+ for group charter

1–3 hours depending on origin · Direct water transfer from Mykonos or other islands

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

$1200–2500 (venue rental, 2-4 hours)

Reception (per guest)

$55–95 (catering, beverages, service; varies by menu)

Accommodation (per night)

$120–280 (on-site suites; peak season higher)

Estimated total

$18,000–45,000 (50-person wedding, 3-night stay, all-in)

Prices exclude flowers, photography, entertainment, and Greek legal fees (~$300). Multi-day packages often offer discounts. Confirm exact rates directly with venue management.

Sample wedding weekend

Thursday

3:00 PMGuests arrive and check into suites; welcome reception with wine and mezze by the beach

Friday

6:00 PMRehearsal dinner at property restaurant or private terrace

Saturday

5:30 PMCeremony on beach or terrace overlooking Aegean

7:00 PMCocktail hour with views; sunset aperitivos

8:30 PMReception dinner, dancing, midnight dessert service

Sunday

11:00 AMFarewell brunch; guests depart or extend stay

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we marry on the beach itself?

Yes. Valena Mare offers both sandy beach ceremonies at water's edge and alternative terraced areas with sea backdrops. Seasonal winds and tide schedules should be confirmed 6 months in advance.

How many guests can we accommodate on-site?

24 suites and apartments sleep approximately 60-80 people. Additional guests book nearby Plaka hotels within 5-10 minutes' walk. Reception capacity reaches 150 with tented extension.

What's included in the venue fee?

Confirm with management directly at http://www.valenamare.gr/ — typically includes ceremony space, tables/chairs, basic catering kitchen access, and 4-hour reception window. Bar, catering, and décor often quoted separately.

What's the best season for a wedding here?

May through September offers warm, dry weather. June and September are ideal—warm but less intense than July-August. October remains viable but transitions to cooler, occasional rainy days.

Do we need a Greek wedding planner?

Highly recommended for legal requirements (Greek marriage license, officiant arrangements). Valena Mare staff can suggest vetted local coordinators familiar with the venue.