Santorini is known for having some of Europe’s most picturesque wedding venues. If you are planning a Greek wedding in the upcoming year or two, you’ll want to book well ahead of time if you are hoping to host your ceremony and reception at one of the island’s most desirable venues. Today we’re going to share our top 10 Santorini wedding venues, all of which will make the perfect backdrop for your wedding day.
1. Love Cave
Oia is one of the most popular wedding locations for a Santorini wedding, and this is where the beautiful Love Cave is located. Love Cave is the perfect venue for anyone wanting to enjoy a private wedding away from the crowds of the summer months. You’ll enjoy picture-perfect views of the white houses and blue churches in the local area, making it a great venue for both ceremonies and receptions. Love Cave is located on the Caldera Cliffs with the Aegean Sea sitting down below. When you book a wedding here, you’ll find the team will also be here to support you with entertainment options, transportation, furniture and décor. The team can work with you through video calls if you are planning a wedding from overseas, helping you to stay involved in the wedding process.
Many couples getting married in Santorini welcome visitors from overseas who are looking for accommodation for their stay. Love Cave offers a variety of rooms and suites which make the perfect base for your time on the island. Guests will enjoy sunbathing on their balcony and relaxing while admiring the pretty views of the village an sea. Nearby are plenty of photo locations for your big day, including windmills, ocean views, and traditional Greek cafes.
2. El Viento
A more recent addition to the wedding scene in Santorini is El Viento, which offers the perfect location for weddings, receptions, proposals, or romantic dinners. Located on the caldera side of the village, this stone windmill was recently renovated to create a unique wedding and events venue in Santorini. You’ll enjoy panoramic views of the island, serving as the ideal backdrop for your family photos on your wedding day. Time your wedding right and you can enjoy the spectacular sunset that Santorini is so famous for. Megalochori is a more traditional village to base yourself in for the wedding day, where you and your guests can enjoy strolling around the local houses, small alleys, and churches before your big day.
El Viento has a capacity of between 80-100 guests when seated, with the upper terrace available for ceremonies and the lower terrace more suitable for receptions. They have a link with a local catering company who can provide all of your food and drink, helping to take some of the hassle away from sourcing a caterer. Couples will appreciate the private indoor space for them to get ready on their wedding day and offer them somewhere to relax before and after the ceremony.
3. Santo Winery
Finding a wedding venue for a large group of guests in Santorini can present more of a challenge, but the Santo Winery is ideal for a bigger wedding ceremony or reception. A heliport is even available to access this location, making it ideal for anyone who is concerned about their privacy. The Santo Winery sits overlooking the volcano and the ocean on the caldera side of the island. When you time your wedding day to match the sunset, you’ll get an incredible backdrop for your wedding photos. It’s a venue that we recommend for ceremonies at any time of the day though with its spectacular views of the volcano and Aegean Sea.
Included in the ceremony is a glass of wine for each of your guests and you can work with the team here to decorate the venue as you desire. The maximum capacity when seated is 120 people and prices vary based on your group size. Prices are based on hourly rental, with the option to book a longer ceremony or reception as desired.
4. Santa Irini
If you’ve always dreamed of a wedding overlooking the water, Santa Irini offers some of the most spectacular views over the Aegean Sea. This outdoor wedding venue is ideal for more intimate weddings and has a capacity of 50 guests. Santa Irini is a photographer’s dream come true and will give you incredibly memorable moments from your wedding day. The terrace at the chapel here is where you’ll typically host your wedding ceremony before continuing with your reception and celebrations either here or elsewhere in the local area.
If you are looking for peace of mind and an easy setup for your wedding, you’ll find that they offer all-inclusive wedding packages. This includes a reception at the Pyrgos restaurant, where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks for your group.
5. Le Ciel, Imerovigli
For large parties who want to enjoy a long night of celebrations, Le Ciel would be one of our top recommendations for a wedding venue in Santorini. Le Ciel caters to both private, intimate ceremonies and larger groups with views overlooking the Aegean Ocean and Santorini Volcano. Most couples opt to have a cocktail reception after their ceremony, before heading to the private ballroom for a dinner reception. If you are looking to keep the party going, you can book this venue until 1:00 am for your reception.
One of the great things about Le Ciel is the option to have an indoor or outdoor wedding or ceremony, with modifications on offer to suit your party size. We also appreciate their delicious wedding menus and entertainment options including local DJs. With the option to book for up to nine hours for your wedding reception, you can be sure this will be a memorable Santorini wedding venue for your whole party that they’ll talk about for years to come.
6. Aenaon Villas
When you think of a Santorini wedding venue, you no doubt imagine the classic Santorini architecture and whitewashed buildings. Aenaon Villas has a classic volcanic stone design and works to perfectly balance tradition and modernism. The location has six villas, which you can book for your party to all stay in one place or it’s the ideal base for your honeymoon following your wedding day. It’s a very elegant venue for any wedding on the island and is a good option for extended families all looking to enjoy quality time together while celebrating this huge milestone in your life.
If you are looking to host a private event here, keep in mind you need to book all six of the villas for a minimum of three nights. You’ll find that the team here have a lot of experience when it comes to hosting weddings and will be able to share with you photo inspiration and ideas from previous weddings they’ve organized. Before or after your wedding, one of the highlights of a stay here is the infinity pool, which is the perfect place to cool off if you are planning a stay during the hotter summer months.
7. Rocabella
Rocabella is a popular hotel on the island of Santorini that also acts as a wedding venue for couples from around the world. The 42-room hotel is ideal for larger groups and families who are looking to reunite and enjoy an extended stay on the island. The minimalist hotel offers luxury facilities and plenty of space to rest and relax ahead of your big day. There are three different outdoor areas to choose from for your wedding: the Infinity Kiosk, Infinity Pool, or Exclusive Pool. All of these can be used for your wedding ceremony and then transformed into al fresco dining venues to host your wedding reception.
As the hotel hosts many weddings each year, you’ll find they offer a variety of packages for weddings and receptions. Accommodation is typically offered to the couple as part of the package, with the option to book additional rooms to accommodate your wedding guests. You’ll find that they have extensive links with local catering companies and will work with you to bring your vision for your dream wedding to life. We highly recommend staying here for a few days after your wedding as well, starting your married life with a memorable honeymoon and time to explore the island.
8. Erosantorini Estate
With five suits and a occupancy of 10 guests within its accommodation, Erosantorini Estate is one of the top Santorini wedding venues for small parties who all want to stay together for the wedding celebration. This wedding venue is known for its luxury and elegance, providing couples with the privacy they deserve during such a special moment in their lives. It sits 1000 feet above the sea level, with two acres of outdoor space for celebrations of various sizes. We also love how they incorporate Greek cuisine and catering into their celebrations, ensuring none of your guests go hungry at any point during the big day.
Many couples who come to Santorini are looking to maximize their time on the island and enjoy learning more about the culture here. The team can support you in arranging both onsite and offsite activities that will make this one of the most memorable adventures of your life. Make sure you also set aside an afternoon to relax by the infinity pool, which is one of the highlights of a stay here.
9. Katikies Hotel
With the option to host up to 250 guests, Katikies Hotel is one of the best venues for larger wedding parties heading to Santorini. Located in the popular town of Oia, the hotel offers a variety of wedding venues to choose from. Couples can opt to host their wedding ceremony in the private on-site chapel or choose to enjoy the outside rooftop terrace with stunning views of the caldera. As the hotel is used to hosting large wedding groups, you’ll find they have a variety of packages on offer which can be tailored to fit the number of guests in your party and your needs. They have a dedicated team of event planners who will work with you or your wedding planner to put together every detail of your dream wedding.
Couples who are looking to just relax and have everything done for them won’t have to worry about a thing when working with the team here. They can create bespoke menus, arrange all of your wedding equipment and décor, and provide a professional chauffeur to get you around the island. One of the most unique choices here is the option to host your wedding on the water with a half day or full day cruise package.
10. Grace Santorini
Grace Santorini is located in the town of Imerovigli and can host up to 150 guests at your wedding ceremony and reception. They have a private chapel and a rooftop terrace which would be the perfect venue for your wedding day. The team at Grace Santorini has a lot of experience and expertise in hosting weddings and will be ready to discuss the various packages they can offer you to find the perfect setup for your wedding day.
This boutique hotel has a variety of rooms and villas to choose from if you are looking to stay on site. They range from 50 to 400 square meters in size and all have a sense of sophistication. Heated plunge pools are part of the accommodation options here and they offer the perfect place to cool off after a busy day of wedding preparations.
Conclusion
These are just ten of the best Santorini wedding venues which will be the perfect location for your upcoming wedding ceremony and reception. Our team will be here to help you plan every element of your wedding day and support you with choosing your wedding venue. Santorini is one of the most popular European wedding destinations with both locals and visitors from overseas, so we recommend booking these popular venues well ahead of time to avoid disappointment. Explore our Santorini wedding package and contact us to start planning your dream wedding.
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