Avra Imperial Hotel

This resort is located in a quiet area about 20 km from the tourist hotspots, and it is 25 km to the centre of Chania. It is ideal for business travellers as well as families.

This resort was renovated in 2023. 328 rooms, including 24 junior suites and 41 suites, are located on 3 storeys and can be reached by lift. The multilingual staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Guests receive a welcome drink upon arrival. A cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and cash machine are available. Wireless internet access in public areas (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The complex offers various facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a TV room and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (no extra charge) or in the car park (no extra charge). Other services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, a DVD hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (limited hours), an alarm call service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a page service, a hotel doctor and a hotel shuttle bus. Bicycle storage is available to guests. There is a bike hire service as well. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with projector, fax machine, a flip chart and pens and photocopier is available. The congress service offers support with all aspects of event organisation. Lectures, presentations and meetings can be held in one of the 10 conference rooms.

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can relax and enjoy the sea views from the balcony or private terrace of some rooms. The rooms have a double bed and a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Extra beds or children's beds can be provided upon request. There is also a safe and a desk or, for an additional fee, a minibar. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a TV, a CD player, a DVD player and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Little extras include slippers, daily paper and pillow menu. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a baby bath. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The complex has 36 family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

The pool area, which includes 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, is great for working out or just relaxing. Younger swimmers can splash around in the children's swimming area. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. Those who wish to stay active while on holiday can enjoy tennis and golf. For a fee, cycling/mountain biking is also available. Water sports available at the hotel include water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, canoeing, water aerobics and aquafit. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, yoga and aerobics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments and anti-ageing treatments and, for an additional fee, hydrotherapy treatments and aromatherapy. Leisure facilities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club, a kids' disco and live music.

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar, a lobby bar and a piano bar. Guests can indulge their palates at the restaurant (non-smoking, à la carte and high chairs). Refreshing drinks at the beach bar are a perfect way to enjoy warm weather. Catering options include half board and all-inclusive special. Gluten-free meals, vegetarian dishes, children's meals, lactose-free food, vegan food and whole, unprocessed foods can be prepared on request. Baby food (for a fee) provides for little ones' well being. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction. The drinks menu includes a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, as well as international brands.