Avra Imperial Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Kolymvari, Greece, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) (HER), 1 hour 15 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Avra Imperial Hotel
Built in 1972, Avra Imperial Hotel was originally developed as a premier beachfront resort and has undergone extensive renovations to become a sophisticated wedding destination on Crete's northern coast.
About Avra Imperial Hotel
Built in 1972, Avra Imperial Hotel was originally developed as a premier beachfront resort and has undergone extensive renovations to become a sophisticated wedding destination on Crete's northern coast.
The property retains its classic Mediterranean charm while offering modern amenities across its expansive grounds overlooking the Cretan Sea.
With a 4.6/5 Google rating, the hotel provides both ceremony and reception facilities with direct beach access.
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Truly Paradise! From the moment we arrived, we knew we were somewhere special. We were greeted so warmly by Nadia, whose friendliness and kindness set the tone for our entire stay.
Athena Duboni · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 680 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 328 rooms
The ceremony
- Chapel on site
- Yes
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- HER, 75 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Conference centre
- Setting
- Coastal, modern, elegantAisle estimate
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Built in 1972 and recently renovated to maintain historic character while incorporating contemporary wedding infrastructure
- Direct access to private beach with 300+ meters of waterfront for seaside ceremonies
- On-site accommodation with 200+ rooms, allowing guests to stay at the venue
- Multiple indoor and outdoor spaces capable of hosting 20-150 guests
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 16:00Guest arrival and check-in
- 19:00Welcome dinner and rehearsal
- 09:00Bridal preparation and photography
- 17:00Ceremony on private beach or terrace
- 18:30Cocktail reception and photos
- 20:00Wedding reception and dinner
- 10:00Farewell breakfast
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- HER · about 1 h 15 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion).
- Typical total
- €12,000-28,000Aisle estimate
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€12,000-28,000 for 75 guests (ceremony, reception, 2-night accommodation)
- Ceremony fee
- €500-1,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €65-95 a headAisle estimate
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€65-95 (three-course dinner with beverages)
- Room rate
- €120-280 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-280 per room (standard to suite; wedding group rates available)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 2824 084500
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season; summer (June-August) rates higher; all-inclusive packages available upon inquiry
Questions about the venue
Can we have a beach ceremony at Avra Imperial Hotel?+
Yes. The hotel offers private beach access with designated ceremony areas and sunset backdrop options over the Cretan Sea.
What is the guest accommodation situation?+
The hotel features 200+ on-site rooms, allowing wedding guests to stay at the venue with special group rates typically available.
Does Avra Imperial provide catering and bar services?+
Yes. Full catering, beverage packages, and multiple dining venues are managed in-house, with menus customizable to dietary requirements.
What is the maximum guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates 20-150 guests across various indoor ballrooms and outdoor terraces depending on layout preferences.
Are wedding coordination and planning services available?+
The hotel has an events team on staff to assist with logistics, décor coordination, and day-of management.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 680 guests
“The central Maistro events hall can accommodate up to 680 people.”
Read the source for seated dinnerRooms: 328 rooms
“Situated within 65,000m² of fragrant lush gardens and glistening waters, Avra Imperial Hotel boasts 328 luxurious rooms and suites, impressive swimming pools, including five excellent restaurants and four vibrant bars, sports & leisure facilities and a rejuvenating and uniquely designed APIVITA Spa with a fully equipped gym.”
Read the source for roomsChapel on site: Yes
“The private chapel of Saint Paul located within the hotel area, is one of the most scenic places in Chania to organize your wedding ceremony, and to enchant your visitors.”
Read the source for chapel on siteIn-house catering: Yes
“All wedding reception arrangements including the menu, are adjusted to the tastes of the couple, always in close cooperation with the Executive Chef of Avra Imperial and the F&B Manager, who can provide the couple with valuable information and tailor-made proposals.”
Read the source for in-house cateringEvent spaces: Conference centre
“Featuring a state-of-the-art conference center Avra Imperial is the ultimate venue for corporate and private events.”
Read the source for event spaces