Avra Imperial Hotel

Luxury hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention center, near Orthodox Academy of Crete

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October 2025

November 2025

Indoor pool, 4 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Escape to Avra Imperial Hotel, a luxury family-friendly haven on the beachfront of Orthodox Academy of Crete. Indulge in aromatherapy and massage at Apivita Spa, or soak up the sun with a swim-up bar and sun loungers nearby. The 5 on-site restaurants serve Mediterranean cuisine, while yoga classes and bike rentals keep you active. Unwind at the garden or playground with free WiFi available throughout your stay; guest reviews rave about the helpful staff.

VIP Access

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Connecting rooms available
Electric vehicle charging point

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
On the beach
5 restaurants and 3 poolside bars
4 bars/lounges
Full-service spa
4 outdoor pools and indoor pool
Free children's club
2 outdoor tennis courts
24-hour fitness center
Sauna
Steam room
Free beach club on site

For families (6)

Children stay free
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Children's club (free)
Playground on site
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Why we love this property

Beachfront bliss

Sandy shores await at this waterfront hotel. Beach club offers free umbrellas, towels, and loungers. Beachfront dining enhances the experience.

Waterfront spa escape

This waterfront hotel features a full-service spa offering daily treatments. Couples enjoy massages while others relax in the sauna, hot tub, or yoga classes.

Waterfront luxury hotel

Marvel at stunning beach views from this hotel's garden-view restaurant. A poolside dining spot and curated decor complete the luxury waterfront experience.

Room options

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Oct 11 - Oct 12

Tomorrow

Oct 12 - Oct 13

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Deluxe Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

HDTV

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room (Sharing Pool)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

HDTV

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

HDTV

32 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

40 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

HDTV

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

60 sq m
1 bedroom
Partial ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free rollaway/extra beds

60 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, Private Pool, Pool View

Highlights

Yard

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Private indoor hot tub

Air conditioning

90 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free rollaway/extra beds

Free cribs/infant beds

78 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Junior Suite, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

36 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

HDTV

64 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 King Beds

Premium Room - Residence Collection

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

HDTV

Pillow menu

32 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Room, Private Pool - Residence Collection

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

HDTV

32 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Junior Suite, Private Pool - Residence Collection

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

HDTV

36 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Suite - Residence Collection

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

HDTV

Pillow menu

60 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Suite, Private Pool - Residence Collection

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

HDTV

60 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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$286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

About the neighborhood

Kolymvari, Platanias, Crete Island, 73006

What's nearby

Orthodox Academy of Crete - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Tavrontis Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Máleme Beach - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Afrata Beach - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
Platanias Square - 15 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

Ioannis Daskalogiannis Airport (CHQ) - 46 min drive
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

‪Μπουκιά & Γεύσεις - ‬4 min drive
‪Μύλος Καφέ - ‬1 min walk
‪Paliria - ‬3 min drive
‪Seaesta - ‬12 min drive
‪Palio Arhontiko - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Avra Imperial Hotel

At Avra Imperial Hotel, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, beachside drinks, and sun loungers, plus activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and surf lessons are nearby. There's plenty of fun with the 4 outdoor pools and indoor pool, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials. Basilico, one of 5 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 poolside bars, a free kid's club, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

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

Room service during certain hours

In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Land activities

Kids club

Childcare

At a glance

Hotel size

- 328 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Contactless check-in available
- Express check-out available
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Check-out time is noon
- Contactless check-out available
- Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

- Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- Babysitting*
- Supervised childcare*
- Free children's club

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 13 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Food and water bowls available

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

- Free secured, covered onsite self parking
- Free secured, covered onsite valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

- Bus station shuttle*

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

5 restaurants
4 bars/lounges
3 poolside bars
Beach bar
Swim-up bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Room service (late night)

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)
Free children's club
Children's pool
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's menu
Children's games
Toys
Stroller
Lifeguard on site

What to do

On the beach
Free beach club
Tennis
Fitness classes
Yoga classes
Private winery tours
Winery release events
Shopping
Pool table
Bicycle tour information
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

Business center
10 meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Conference center (21528 square feet of space)

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Bike shuttle
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages

Facilities

2 buildings/towers
Built in 2011
ATM/banking
Garden
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
4 outdoor pools
An indoor pool
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Full-service spa
Hot tub
2 outdoor tennis courts
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Reusable cups only
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

Furnished balcony/patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate sitting area

Freshen up

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps) and free wired internet
Phone
Desk chair

Food and drink

Champagne service
Meal delivery service
Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient toilets only
Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

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.

Dining

Basilico - Overlooking the pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Blue Dong - This poolside sushi bar specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Al Fresco - This poolside restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Xatheri - This poolside buffet restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast only. Open daily.

Avra Seaside - This beachfront seafood restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

COVID-19 testing fee (antigen/rapid screening): EUR 20 per person, per stay

Optional extras

Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Guests under 15 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub, and 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
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

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.

Property Registration Number 1042K015A0208201

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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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Avra Imperial Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Avra Imperial Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Avra Imperial Hotel?

Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Avra Imperial Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 13 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Avra Imperial Hotel?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Avra Imperial Hotel?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Avra Imperial Hotel and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub, or go for a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Avra Imperial Hotel also has 3 poolside bars, 4 bars, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a sauna, an arcade, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Avra Imperial Hotel?

Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, Mediterranean cuisine, and pool views.

Does Avra Imperial Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.

What's the area around Avra Imperial Hotel like?

Avra Imperial Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 11-minute walk from Orthodox Academy of Crete and 10 minutes' walk from Gonia Monastery.

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Avra Imperial Hotel

All inclusive

Gratuities and taxes

Food and beverages

Land activities

At a glance

Hotel size

Arriving/Leaving

Special check-in instructions

Required at check-in

Children

Pets

Internet

Parking