Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Avra Imperial Hotel

Built within 65,000 m² of gardens, Avra Imperial Hotel features a 1,500-m² pool area with a pool bar in the middle. The resort is 100 metres from Kolimvari Beach. The ultramodern guest rooms have a large bathroom with a tub and a shower, and are fitted with parquet floors. A flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels and free Wi-Fi are standard. Some rooms have a private or shared pool, or a spacious terrace with hot tub. The Avra Imperial Hotel offers 3 swimming pools, including a freshwater children’s pool. The spa offers 10 massage rooms and a beauty salon. A state-of-the-art gym, steam room, Finnish sauna and indoor pool are available. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served at the main restaurant offering a pool-facing terrace. Guests can sample traditional Cretan, Italian and international dishes at the hotel’s 4 à la carte restaurants. Room service is available. The hotel is a 2-minute walk to the centre of Kolimvari and 23 km west of Chania. The hotel is 35 km from Chania International Airport. The famous Samaria gorge is a 40-minute drive (58 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 sofa beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 sofa beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
2 extra-large double beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
2 sofa beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.0
Free WiFi
9.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Joshua
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My stay at Avra Imperial exceeded all expectations. A fantastic variety of food across multiple restaurants, incredible pools and large spacious bedrooms. The staff were accommodating and friendly too. The location is great, there are some...
  • Amy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the setting, pool area and food. The staff were very good and helpful.
  • Dragana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really nice room. Pool area was great. Food was really good. Staff were super friendly and helpful.
  • Markku
    Finland Finland
    I have been coming to this hotel for over 10 years and it always feels like home right away when you arrive. The pools, rooms, restaurants and the private beach are amazing and never get old. Also, the hotel has a nice mix of visitors from young...
  • Antonis
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The pools and the very short distance to the sea. Food was excellent
  • Engseng
    France France
    The location, the indications of the staff members, the somptuous pools even if the daylight does heat and burn if we didn't protect ourselves from the sunburn. The restaurants were great and the facilities also. The buffets at the Basilico's and...
  • Jillian
    South Africa South Africa
    The reception staff were exceptional but the room cleaning staff and other cleaning staff did not leave a good impression on me. Actually were rude at times
  • Hollie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s a beautiful place with everything you need in a family holiday. Even as a couple you would really enjoy this place. House keeping are wonderful and all the staff are friendly and helpful. Food and drinks are absolutely fantastic!
  • Hollie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It’s a beautiful, clean and well equipped property. The food was fantastic and so were the drinks. The room was perfect and had everything we needed, house keeping were wonderful and very friendly. The staff in all areas were wonderful, helpful...
  • Fernandes
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Amazing restaurants, all meals very complete and full of options. Facilities are nice, tennis court, swimming pools, spa and gym. The greatest part of the trip was the staff - incredible nice people!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
5 restaurants on site

  • Basilico
    • Cuisine
      Greek • Italian • Mediterranean • Middle Eastern • Seafood • Local • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Avra Seaside
    • Cuisine
      Greek • Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Al Fresco Trattoria Italiana
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Blue Dong
    • Cuisine
      Chinese • Japanese • Korean • Peruvian • Sushi • Asian
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Xatheri
    • Cuisine
      Greek • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Avra Imperial Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • 3 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • 5 restaurants
  • Bar
  • Beachfront
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Aerobics
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Strollers
  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
3 swimming pools
Pool 1 - indoor
  • Seasonal
  • Adult only
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Heated pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Pool 3 - outdoor
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Public Bath
  • Hammam
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • German
  • Greek
  • English
  • French
  • Italian
  • Polish
  • Russian

House rules
Avra Imperial Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note that children between 6 and 12 years old are offered discounted prices at Half Board and Full Board Supplement.

Please note that the cost for All Inclusive supplement is 60Euro per person per day.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Avra Imperial Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

License number: 1042K015A0208201

FAQs about Avra Imperial Hotel

  • The nearest beach is just 250 yards from Avra Imperial Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Avra Imperial Hotel include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Double

  • Yes, Avra Imperial Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Avra Imperial Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hammam
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Darts
    • Evening entertainment
    • Kids' club
    • Beachfront
    • Beauty Services
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool
    • Personal trainer
    • Horse riding
    • Cooking class
    • Bicycle rental
    • Movie nights
    • Tennis equipment
    • Public Bath
    • Facial treatments
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Waxing services
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Make up services
    • Aerobics
    • Hair treatments
    • Live music/performance
    • Manicure
    • Beach
    • Pedicure
    • Bike tours
    • Hair cut
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • Guests staying at Avra Imperial Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go

  • Avra Imperial Hotel has 5 restaurants:

    • Avra Seaside
    • Al Fresco Trattoria Italiana
    • Basilico
    • Xatheri
    • Blue Dong

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Avra Imperial Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Avra Imperial Hotel on this page.

  • Avra Imperial Hotel is 700 yards from the centre of Kolymvari. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Avra Imperial Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.