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Crete Island
Avra Imperial Hotel
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About the property

Surrounded by lush fragrant gardens, the luxury hotel enjoys a privileged position in Kolymbari, only 100 metres away from the beautiful sand and pebble beach, picturesque Venetian harbour is 23 km away. The international airport is at a distance of 39 km. The hotel has a pool landscape of fantastic water sports facilities, a top-class spa with fitness and wellness centre, a world-class conference centre, a business centre, three gourmet restaurants and pubs. Simply the ultimate in luxury accommodation in Crete. The magnificent hotel offers luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, many of them with a shared or private pool. Features include individual air-conditioning and heating, internet connection, appliances and a bathroom.

Reviews

9
Very good
General
2725
brand
Tripadvisor 9/10
2161
brand
Booking 8.7/10
345
brand
Expedia 9/10
219

Main services

Wi-fi
Beach hotels
Car park
Wheelchair-accessible
24-hour reception
Included services
Wi-fi
Car park

* Some services may carry an extra charge.

Guest reviews

9/10 Superb
Cleanliness9/10
Staff and Service8.8/10
Amenities9.2/10
Property conditions and facilities9.2/10
Location6.4/10
Neighborhood7.4/10

10 / 10

Marie-Aude
We loved our stay. The hotel is very comfortable and the staff is helpful. The pools are amazing (although a bit cold in the low season). The facilities are in great condition. We couldn’t have asked for more from this hotel!
25 Oct 2024

10 / 10

David
Great
21 Oct 2024

8 / 10

Michelle
We stayed in the adults only area which was lovely. We had our own private pool and the room was very spacious. We had no issues with getting sunbeds around the pool in this area but I know those in the main part of the hotel did have. However the sunbeds were the most uncomfortable I have ever come across and whilst the room accommodated three of us, there were only ever two sunbeds on our private patio, despite us asking for another one three times. Food was great, loved being able to dine in each of restaurants once during our stay as we were all inclusive. The prices for these restaurants were as expensive as eating out in the UK so must be pricey for those on half board. The buffet was good, however the food was lukewarm most of the time and not hot. I have been all inclusive before at other hotels and they manage to keep the food hot. Not sure why they couldn't here, despite seeing other reviews complaining about the same issue. All in all, I would stay in the Adults only section again (though its actually age 13 upwards) but I don't think I would go to the main section of the hotel as the sunbed issue and waiting 30 mins to get served in the evening would be a really pain and put me off. Only one additional last thought, they need a standard waste paper bin in the room, the small bins in the bathroom are not good enough for the rubbish such as empty bottles, food packets, paper etc, so we ended up collecting it in a pile for housekeeping to remove.
2 Sep 2024

8 / 10

Ernst
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.
25 Aug 2024

Information about the area

Crete Island, Greece
Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, and the fifth-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus, and Corsica. Crete forms a significant part of the economy and cultural heritage of Greece, while retaining its own local cultural traits. Crete is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Greece. The tourist attractions include the archaeological sites of the Minoan civilisation, the Venetian old city and port of Chania, the Venetian castle at Rethymno, the gorge of Samaria, the islands of Chrysi, Elafonisi, Gramvousa, and Spinalonga and the Palm Beach of Vai, which is the largest natural palm forest in Europe.

What’s nearby

  • Mount Ida - 17.21 km
  • Natural History Museum of Crete - 22.57 km
  • Church of Agios Minas - 22.67 km
  • Venetian Walls of Heraklion - 22.7 km
  • Phaistos Minoan Palace - 22.83 km
  • Archaeological Site of Agia Triada - 22.83 km

Getting around

  • kissamos, kissamos port, gr - 13.31 km
  • (HER) Heraklion, Nikos Kazantzakis, GR - 128.67 km
  • (CHQ) Chania, Souda, GR - 33.33 km

About accommodation

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift
  • Safety deposit box
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Designated smoking area
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Minimarket on site
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • CCTV outside property

Activities

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

Services

  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Car hire
  • Ironing service
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Luggage storage
  • Concierge service
  • Shuttle service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Pet basket
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Lockers
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Airport shuttle
  • Business centre
  • Valet parking
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Room service
  • Strollers
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Pet bowls
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Laundry

Safety features

  • First aid kit available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests

Physical distancing

  • Mobile app for room service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Food & Drink

  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Fruits

Cleanliness & disinfecting

  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & drink safety

  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Breakfast takeaway containers

Internet

  • Internet services
  • WiFi
  • Free WiFi

Outdoors

  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (seasonal)

Parking

  • Parking garage
  • Free parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking on site

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails

Pool and wellness

  • Pool bar
  • Rooftop pool
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Infinity pool
  • Heated pool
  • Kids' pool
  • Shallow end

Transport

  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Baby safety gates

Languages

  • Deutsch
  • Greek
  • English
  • Français
  • Italian
  • Polski
  • Русский

About the rooms

The accommodation has 263 rooms:

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Iron
  • Smoke alarm
  • Laptop safe
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Ironing facilities
  • Trash cans
  • Safety deposit box
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproofing
  • Key card access

Activities

  • Hot tub

Services

  • Wake-up service

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack
  • Adapter
  • Feather pillow

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Free toiletries
  • Conditioner
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower cap
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Slippers
  • Shower
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom

Media & Technology

  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player

Physical distancing

  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine or champagne
  • Fruits

Exclusive services

  • Free spa access
  • Access to private pool
  • Free gym access
  • Private check-in and check-out in the executive lounge
  • Concierge services
  • Complimentary access to conference room/business areas

Kitchen

  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle

Outdoors

  • Private pool
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Patio

View

  • Sea view
  • Pool view
  • View
  • Inner courtyard view

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Cots
  • Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

  • Roll-in shower
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath
  • Shower chair
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Emergency cord in bathroom

Pool and wellness

  • Pool with a view
  • Pool towels

Entertainment and family services

  • Baby safety gates
*Some services may only be available in specific rooms or upon request.

About the pools

The accommodation has 3 pools:

Pool 1

Location

Indoor

Access

For all ages
Pool 2

Location

Outdoor

Access

Adults only

Cost

Free
Pool 3

Location

Outdoor

Access

Adults only

Restaurants

Basilico

  • Access for guests and visitors
  • No reservation required

Avra Seaside

  • Access for guests and visitors
  • Reservation required

Al Fresco Trattoria Italiana

  • Access for guests and visitors
  • Reservation required

Blue Dong

  • Access for guests and visitors
  • Reservation required

Xatheri

  • Access for guests and visitors
  • Reservation required

About parking

The accommodation offers 1 parking option:

Parking type

Private

Location

On-site

Reservation

No reservation needed

Cost

  • Free

Internet

Coverage

Entire property

Connection type

Wi-Fi

Price

  • Free

Policies

Check-in

  • Checkin from 14:00 to 23:30
  • Minimum age for check-in: 18 years old

Check-out

Checkout from 00:00 to 12:00

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Children

Children of any age are welcome.

Extra beds

Extra beds is not available at this property. Cots available subject to availability at this property.

Important information

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.Please inform 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. 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.

Accomodation license number

1042K015A0208201