Vantaris PalaceHotel
Arrive at Vantaris Palace Hotel on the Cretan coast and watch your guests step directly from the lobby onto a private beachfront terrace overlooking the Libyan Sea.
- Ceremony
- 30 seated
- Reception
- 180 seated
- Nearest airport
- HER · 50-60 minutes
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.6 /5 · 1,623
Vantaris Palace Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Paralia Kourna 730 07, Greece, hosting 30 to 180 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport, Heraklion (HER), 50-60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Vantaris Palace Hotel in Paralia Kourna 730 07, open June–September.
Arrive at Vantaris Palace Hotel on the Cretan coast and watch your guests step directly from the lobby onto a private beachfront terrace overlooking the Libyan Sea.
The hotel's 4.6-star rating reflects meticulous service and elegant seaside architecture that frames ceremonies and receptions with genuine Mediterranean views.
Your celebration unfolds across manicured gardens and waterfront spaces where the Aegean light itself becomes part of the event.
The hotel itself is beautiful, the room cleaning is spectacular, I found the food to be okay. I believe it could be better, for example, if you go out to a restaurant the quality shows. During dinner time no free drinks, which is okay, but it would be nice if on Greek night the participating dancers received water after dancing and some ouzo as it felt like it was missing. Also, the signing of receipts at dinner time is an okay concept but if they forget to have you sign the receipt you might get a receipt for a drink you purchased 4 days ago and don't remember If you paid for it or not and that's also a bit annoying. I can also recommend the hotel to improve their Wi-Fi connectivity as the signal for our room was not so strong. Overall, I can recommend this stay for the price, location, and staff, however I believe the service can definitely be improved.
4 notes, from the desk.
Direct beach access with private terrace for ceremonies and cocktail hours
On-site accommodations for 200+ guests across multiple room categories
Full-service catering kitchen handling Greek and international cuisine
4.6 Google rating from verified guests attending events and stays
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Vantaris Palace Hotel.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 15:00-18:00Guest check-in; welcome drinks on beachfront terrace
- 17:00Rehearsal on beach terrace; coordinator final walkthrough
- 19:30Rehearsal dinner at hotel restaurant or private garden space
- 15:00Guest arrival; welcome beverages
Things worth knowing.
HER · 50-60 minutes
Guests fly into Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport, Heraklion. The desk arranges every transfer.
€8,000-18,000
Estimate includes ceremony setup, reception space, catering, and basic service. Add décor packages, photography coordination, and guest room blocks separately. Peak season (July-August) commands premium pricing.
€800-1,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€65-120 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€90-250 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
What is the closest airport?+
Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport (HER) in Heraklion, approximately 45 km away. Transfer time is roughly 50-60 minutes by car.
Can we customize the ceremony location?+
Yes. The hotel offers beachfront, garden, and terrace options. Your coordination team will walk through each setup during planning.
Is the venue available year-round?+
The hotel operates seasonally. Peak wedding season runs April through October. Winter events are possible but require advance confirmation.
Are there nearby attractions for guests?+
Paralia Kourna offers access to Samaria Gorge hikes, local tavernas, and archaeological sites within 30-90 minutes. The hotel concierge can arrange excursions.
What does the venue fee include?+
Ceremony setup, use of indoor/outdoor spaces, tables, chairs, linens, and basic lighting. Additional décor packages are available at supplemental cost.
Hold dates at Vantaris Palace Hotel.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.