Minos Beach Art Hotel
- SLEEPS: 250
- CAPACITY: 80
PRICE FROM
SLEEPS
250
CAPACITY
80
Skimming the edge of Mirabello Bay in eastern Crete, Minos Beach Art Hotel is a low‑rise waterfront retreat of whitewashed bungalows and private‑pool villas set within sculpture gardens. Sea‑edge ceremony decks, a private chapel, and thoughtful in‑house coordination make it an elegant choice for intimate destination weddings and multi‑day house‑parties where contemporary Cretan gastronomy, art, and barefoot, design‑led living take centre stage.
About Minos Beach Art Hotel
Laid out like a village along two kilometres of private coastline in Agios Nikolaos, Minos Beach Art Hotel blends mid‑century Riviera spirit with contemporary minimalism. Paved paths thread through pines and tamarisks to stone jetties and two small beaches; between them, an open‑air sculpture park. Idyllic bungalows and glass fronted villas step down to the water, while interiors of pale woods, linen textures and generous verandas invite guests to adopt the Greek rhythm of life.
For weddings, the resort typically privatises selected spaces rather than the entire hotel; an exclusive buyout may be considered off‑peak on request. A dedicated wedding coordinator works alongside your planner to shape multi‑day itineraries, manage timelines and orchestrate suppliers. Minimum stay is usually three nights; event capacity is up to 80 guests, which suits the property’s human‑scale architecture and ensures service remains personal. The tone here is refined but relaxed, more Mediterranean house‑party than ballroom.
Ceremonies
There are two signature settings. The Waterfront Patio sits directly above the Aegean, a clean architectural plane that frames vows against cobalt water and ochre headlands (capacity up to 80).
For religious celebrations, the private chapel of St George offers a whitewashed backdrop and intimate, sun‑splashed forecourt (around 40 seated outdoors).
Civil ceremonies in Greece are administered by the municipality; the hotel can assist with paperwork and registrar coordination, while symbolic and vow‑renewal services are readily hosted on site.
Processions often leave from a villa or bungalow, if you’re not renting a bridal suite, the hotel will designate a quiet room for final touch‑ups and line‑ups. Discreet audio, shade, and hydration stations are easily arranged; styling leans toward natural materials and sculptural florals that echo the resort’s art collection.
Receptions & Celebrations
As a resort with multiple restaurants, bars and terraces, Minos Beach Art Hotel offers a rare flexibility for couples: instead of one fixed reception space, you can choose from an array of distinctive venues, each with its own style, mood and capacity. This makes it easy to design an evening that flows naturally and keeps guests surprised as the setting shifts.
A classic reception here has a rhythm that feels both elegant and effortless. Guests might begin on the Waterfront Patio, where chilled assyrtiko and delicate canapés are served as the late light softens over Mirabello Bay, before moving to the main dining space of choice.
Celebrations can unfold in a number of distinct spaces, each with its own character and vibe:
- La Bouillabaisse (fine dining; up to ~40 outdoors) — an intimate, culinary‑driven setting ideal for four‑course plated menus, refined service, and sunset toasts with the bay as backdrop.
- Terpsis (up to ~60 outdoors) — open‑air and view‑rich, perfectly suited to generous meze spreads and shared platters, fostering conviviality.
- Adeste Kafenion (up to ~80 outdoors) — a lively taverna atmosphere for family‑style service, storytelling over long tables, and the hum of conversation.
- Pure Lounge Bar & adjacent patio (up to ~80) — relaxed, toes‑near‑the‑water dinners or more fluid, cocktail‑style celebrations that let guests mingle freely.
- Ibiscus Pool Bar — a breezy, informal space that works beautifully for a welcome drinks reception, post‑swim aperitivo, or casual late‑night gathering.
Music typically winds down at midnight; couples often segue to a candlelit digestif at La Cave or carry the after‑party into Agios Nikolaos. The next morning, reconvene for a lazy brunch by the pool, a floating breakfast in‑villa, or a barefoot picnic on one of the hotel’s jetties.
Accommodation
The resort accommodates up to around 250 guests in a variety of categories: seaview and seafront bungalows, waterfront bungalows with ladders straight into the Aegean, and one‑ to three‑bedroom villas with private pools (often reserved for the couple or immediate family). In total there are over 120 units, laid out across the 2‑kilometre coastline, so wedding parties can cluster in a chosen area while other parts of the property remain open to regular guests, a partial‑exclusivity model that preserves privacy for your events without requiring a full buy‑out.
Interiors are quietly luxurious; blond woods, straw textures, hand‑thrown ceramics and whitewashed walls, designed for easy indoor‑outdoor life. Many categories interconnect or add sofa beds, making the resort practical for families and small groups; accessible bungalows and single‑level villas are available on request.
Expect fibre‑fast Wi‑Fi, thoughtful storage, blackout blinds and rain showers; higher categories add outdoor lounges, private pools and reserved sunbeds on the water’s edge. Small dogs are accepted on request, and babysitting can be arranged. The scale of the resort allows most wedding parties to stay on site, keeping logistics simple and the atmosphere intimate.
Catering
Cretan gastronomy is delivered under the culinary direction of award‑winning chefs Kyriakos Mylonas and Poppy Kourkoutaki. Menus champion island seasonality; line‑caught fish, mountain greens, tomatoes ripened in the Lasithi sun, citrus and wild herbs, served as elegant plated dinners, refined buffets, family‑style feasts or charcoal BBQs. Venues span the waterfront La Bouillabaisse for contemporary fine dining, Terpsis for reimagined meze with sweeping views, Adeste Kafenion for a lively, taverna‑style evening, and Pure Lounge Bar for toes‑in‑the‑water simplicity.
Beverage programs are flexible: curated lists at La Cave spotlight Cretan and wider Greek appellations; signature cocktails are poured across the bars; open‑bar packages or consumption‑based service can be tailored to pacing and budget. Champagne toasts, tsikoudia nightcaps, mocktail stations and late‑night espresso bars can all be woven into the plan. Dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free and allergy‑aware menus, are handled with care across all outlets.
Activities
On Site
Between sea and sculpture, days here move at an unhurried island rhythm.
- Two private beaches & multiple stone jetties — where daily salt‑water swims become a ritual and the Aegean is never more than a few steps away.
- Freshwater pool, tennis court & gym — perfect for keeping energy high between celebrations or winding down after late nights.
- PADI‑certified diving & watersports centre — launch paddleboards, kayaks or head out by yacht or traditional caique to explore Mirabello Bay.
- Ananea Wellness by Aegeo Spas — steam, sauna, and lavender‑ and olive‑infused treatments for unhurried indulgence.
- Morning yoga & Pilates, plus tennis, gym & blue bikes — active ways to enjoy the coastal scenery.
- Artist‑led sculpture garden tours & hands‑on Cretan cooking classes — connect with the island’s creative and culinary heritage.
- Wine tastings at La Cave & private or in‑villa dining — elevate pre‑ or post‑wedding gatherings with curated flavours and intimate settings.
Nearby
Eastern Crete rewards curiosity, with layers of history and landscapes that feel far from the usual tourist trail.
- Spinalonga Island fortress cruises & sunset swims in Mirabello Bay — combine Venetian history with an evening dip in glass‑clear water.
- Knossos Palace & Heraklion Archaeological Museum — step into the Minoan world with expert guides.
- Lasithi Plateau & Diktaean Cave — explore mountain villages and the legendary birthplace of Zeus.
- Olive‑oil estates & vineyards — taste the island through its harvests, paired with long, wine‑soaked lunches.
- Traditional fishing boat trips, secluded‑cove picnics & e‑bike vineyard loops — intimate ways to see the coast and countryside at a slower pace.
Location
Proximity: Waterfront setting on Mirabello Bay in Agios Nikolaos; a short walk to the town’s cafés, harbour and boutiques.
Nearest Airport: Heraklion (HER) ≈ 50 minutes; Chania (CHQ) ≈ 3 hours. Heraklion Port ≈ 60 minutes.
Transfers: Private car or minivan transfers can be arranged; taxis are readily available; local bus links connect to Heraklion.
Parking: Complimentary on‑site guest and vendor parking.
Disabled Access: Yes — accessible bungalows/villas and step‑free routes available; confirm specifics for ceremony and dinner layouts.
Child-Friendly: Yes — family‑friendly accommodation; babysitting on request.
Pet-Friendly: Yes — small dogs by prior agreement.
Details
- MIN STAY: 3
- EXCLUSIVITY
- CAPACITY: 80
- SLEEPS: 250
- BEDROOMS: 125
- RELIGIOUS FACILITIES
- SAME SEX MARRIAGE
- ON SITE PLANNER
- IN HOUSE CATERING
- LICENSED BAR
- FIREWORKS PERMITTED
- SOUND SYSTEM
- WIFI
- PARKING
- DISABLED ACCESS
- CHILD FRIENDLY
- PET FRIENDLY
- POOL
- SPA FACILITIES
- GYM
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