Avra Imperial Hotel

5.0 star property

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • All inclusive
    All inclusive
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

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Kolymvari, Platanias, Crete Island, 73006
  • Gonia Monastery
    10 min walk
  • Orthodox Academy of Crete
    11 min walk
  • Tavrontis Beach
    9 min drive
  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    46 min drive

Room options

Premium Suite - Residence Collection

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Premium Junior Suite, Private Pool - Residence Collection

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, Private Pool

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite

  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Executive Suite, Private Pool, Pool View

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Suite, Private Pool - Residence Collection

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Deluxe Room, Pool View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room, Private Pool - Residence Collection

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room - Residence Collection

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Room

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, Private Pool

  • 645.1 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Private Pool

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite

  • 645 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room (Sharing Pool)

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Partial Ocean View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About this property

Avra Imperial Hotel

5-star Platanias hotel connected to the convention center, close to Orthodox Academy of Crete
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Avra Imperial Hotel's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request.
Avra Imperial Hotel offers 328 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor tennis courts and a health club are featured at the hotel. 4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a spa tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or spa tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Apivita Spa has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Some rates at Avra Imperial Hotel are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan in the sun loungers (chaise longues) or kick back in the shade with free beach club on site and umbrellas. At Avra Imperial Hotel you can cool off in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Dining is available at one of the hotel's 5 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This luxury hotel also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts. Complimentary covered self parking and covered valet parking are available on site, along with a car charging station.

Avra Imperial Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Basilico - Overlooking the pool and garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Blue Dong - Overlooking the pool and garden, this sushi bar specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Al Fresco Trattoria - This poolside restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Xatheri Cretan restaurant - This poolside buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Avra Seaside - This beachfront seafood restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Avra Imperial Hotel are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Polish, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Al Fresco Trattoria
  • Avra Seaside
  • Basilico
  • Blue Dong
  • Xatheri Cretan restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free beach club
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Private wine tours
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas
  • Winery release events
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Baby bath
  • Baby monitor
  • Baby toys
  • Beach toys
  • Changing table
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (21,528 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2011
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Lifeguards
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests are recommended to download the property's Avra Imperial App mobile app before check-in
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 5 and up; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 10 and up

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night
  • COVID-19 testing fee (antigen/rapid screening): EUR 20 per person, per stay.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 1042K015A0208201

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the health club, fitness facility, or spa tub, while guests under 10 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Avra Beach Imperial
Avra Imperial Beach
Avra Imperial Beach Platanias
Avra Imperial Beach Resort
Avra Imperial Beach Resort Platanias
Avra Imperial Resort
Avra Imperial Hotel Platanias
Avra Imperial Platanias
Avra Imperial
Avra Imperial Hotel Hotel
Avra Imperial Hotel Platanias
Avra Imperial Hotel Hotel Platanias

Avra Imperial Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 220 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 220 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 220 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 220 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 220 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ernst

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was great for the excellent selection of restaurants, food, pools, cleanliness/spotless. Great if one wishes to relax/lounge for several days and enjoy amazing food. On the other hand reception staff seemed a bit defensive and evasive with encountered issues. One particularly annoying thing was 2 treadmills for the hundreds of people at the facility. Having to wait for the right moment for exercise equipment, to work off all that overeating was disappointing. The property is not beachfront, and the beach was painfully rocky. Good stay nonetheless.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every little thing we needed they took care of. Amazing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet, relaxing resort
We spent a few days in one of the larger suites. It was modern, quiet, comfy. The food was good - not the best we have had but above average. Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. We'd definitely consider it again for quiet/relaxation time. They probably could pay a little extra attention to cleanliness especially around dining areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique, just a regular hotel property. Unfortunately the food isn’t really Greek style and could be better. We decided to eat outside. Also the noise of the kids can be a bit annoying. But it’s not an adult only hotel, therefore you have to try to be seated at least outside. Staff has always been nice and try to accommodate our requests. The a la card restaurants you have to make an online reservation and on the day you get confirmation for almost an hour later - sorry, that’s not how it should work. We canceled!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paula Irina

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petros Sotiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Best hotel and superb service, staff really go the extra mile to make it a holiday to remember. Great dining options and amenities. Beautiful hotel too and surrounding area
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rishi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic all inclusive stay with family
Avra was a stunning large hotel offering multiple large pools with a smaller pool near the beachside, multitude of restaurants with some needing pre-reservation but easy to do throught the link they send you, covering asian, italian and pool side snacks as well as main buffets. The all inclusive option is fantastic and large variety of drinks all available within this. They catered amazingly for my 8 month old son especially for food, Jessie at the concierege helped us greatly in putting together meals to send to the chef and be prepared for him. Overall a few less vegetarian options (as mains) for adults but they did make efforts to do the other dishes without the meat. Staff were all very polite and courteous and hotel was large and very clean and maintined well. Spa area also large with indoor pool, sauna, steam lovely massage therapies also Beach very close by but more pebbles than sand Provided us with many baby amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rohit

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay overall was good, the food was great, facilities etc were good; and staff were extremely helpful. Some things however were not great, hence the four stars: - Upon arrival to the room, although cleaned, the sheets had stains on them, room not entirely cleaned as dust and cob webs on furniture, also there were tiny lizards and other insects roaming around. - There were cats wondering around in the food areas and restaurants, which wasn’t pleasant as not everyone is a cat lover, the staff didn’t respond to this very well, at some times there was also a dog wondering around. - It wasn’t very friendly for children, lacking facilities. - Our all inclusive package was self service only in the breakfast and lunch main buffet halls, where you can choose what to eat, but simple things like a soft drinks machine and tea/coffee and beer etc was all waiter service, it would’ve been good to be able to just get these yourselves. They did have a water and juice machine. The snack bars were only all waiter service and nothing to just grab yourself; and although fairly timely, it’s still not very convenient when you cannot just help yourself and have to wait for food and drink. Not a major issue, but good to mention. - The venue said they have variety of gluten free options however in reality these were not great nor enjoyable. They had one type of GF bread which was not nice at all. If the above were addressed, then we would be really happy to visit here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No sun on our patio
We booked a room with private pool. Although the pool was mostly in the sun, sadly the patio, apart from about 2ft of it, remained completely in the shade which was a shame as no possibility of sun bathing
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would recommend
Was such a beautiful hotel, food was amazing out of this world so much choice. Staff all so friendly. Would recommend. Sun beds and chairs around pool was not very comfortable after a while.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

VASILIKI

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal property for families with children. The luxury all-inclusive package we booked was also great. A special call-out for the staff in the pool-bar where we spent a lot of our time. They were pleasant, warm, offering great level of service. They made our stay special. :-)
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
The whole experience was amazing. The hotel is beautiful, the staff is friendly and efficient, the bedroom is spacious and comfortable. The swimming pool is so good, with a bar service inside so you can have drinks by the pool. The buffet has a lot of options, for all tastes, and it is delicious. We really enjoyed the stay and would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Mohamed Javed

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Resort Amazing but room not as good as expected!
The resort was fantastic and the all inclusive was brilliant. Nothing was too much trouble. The only thing that was below par was the room. We booked a junior suite with a double bed and 2 singles. I feel we were thrown in a small suite out the way as I’ve been in bigger hotel rooms at a fraction of the cost. Our beds were made up as 2 singles for us and 2 singles for the kids… the room clearly states a double and 2 singles. That’s the only thing that let it down for me as we paid a lot for our stay and wanted luxury. Maybe we had been spoilt with the previous villa we had stayed in the week before but for an expensive junior suite with private pool… I did expect a bit more room and a double bed! I did ask to move rooms and would pay extra for a deluxe but none were available apparently. The kids entertainment wasn’t great either as only stuff on maybe 3 out of 7 days so it did leave them bored at night at times. The place itself is amazing and the staff would do anything for you but the above issues did let it down for us unfortunately.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kinga

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful, clean and located close to Chania, Samaria gorge and Balos beach. Rooms are spotless, pool area and pool itself great. Food was very good and plenty of choice, the only thing I would add in restaurant was the description of the dishes i.e if it's suitable for vegetarians and vegans. Beach was pleasant but the area leading to the beach needs working on maybe plant trees, plants etc. so it looks more appealing. All in all my stay was very pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John-Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Urszula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, would stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022