Avra Imperial Hotel

Our stay at the Avra Imperial Hotel was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived until the moment we sadly had to leave, every single member of staff made us feel so welcome. Everyone was incredibly kind, friendly and genuinely seemed to care that we had the best possible holiday.

We stayed here for our honeymoon and the hotel made it feel so special. We were surprised with a bottle of champagne and a beautiful fruit and dessert platter in our room, which was such a thoughtful touch and a wonderful way to begin our stay.

Our room in the adults only section was absolutely incredible. Having our own private pool was such a luxury and made for the most relaxing holiday we could have imagined. The poolside bar was only steps from our room, and Xatheri Restaurant was fantastic for breakfast, lunch and dinner, making everything so convenient.

The food throughout the hotel was outstanding. Every restaurant offered something different, but our absolute favourites were Al Fresco and Blue Dong. We will genuinely be dreaming about the chicken bao buns from Blue Dong for a long time to come! The quality of the food, the presentation and the service were exceptional. We also ordered room service during our stay and it was excellent.

The atmosphere throughout the hotel is so peaceful and relaxing. Whether we were enjoying cocktails at the beautiful seaside bar, spending time by our private pool, or simply walking around the stunning grounds, everything felt calm, luxurious and immaculately maintained.

This was truly the trip of a lifetime for us, and Avra Imperial Hotel played such a huge part in making our honeymoon unforgettable. We cannot thank the entire team enough for their warmth, professionalism and outstanding hospitality.

We left with wonderful memories that we will treasure forever, and we sincerely hope to return one day. Thank you to everyone at Avra Imperial Hotel for making our honeymoon so incredibly special.

We had an excellent stay at Avra Imperial and would definitely return.

Our room was cleaned every day, and the whole hotel was spotless. The grounds are huge, with lots of pools and plenty of space, so it never felt overcrowded or noisy. This was especially important for our little boy, who has autism, as he prefers a calm environment.

The hotel has a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. There isn’t a huge amount of entertainment, but that wasn’t an issue for us. We were happy to unwind in the evenings and enjoy listening to the piano player.

Every member of staff was fantastic and couldn’t have been more helpful. A special mention goes to the lady who I believe is the manager at the spa—her customer service was exceptional and really stood out.

The food was good. I’d read quite a few negative reviews beforehand, but we were pleasantly surprised. It could have been a little hotter at times, but there was always a good selection of dishes, plenty available, and the desserts were especially delicious.

We booked a shared pool room, and most of the time it felt like we had the pool to ourselves. It got the sun until around 3–4 pm before becoming shaded, which suited us perfectly. The pool also wasn’t freezing, as it had plenty of sunshine during the day.

Overall, we had a wonderful, relaxing holiday and would happily come back again. If you’re looking for a peaceful, clean, family-friendly hotel with excellent service, I’d definitely recommend Avra Imperial.

This was our first stay at Avra Imperial Hotel, travelling as a couple for a week, and overall we had a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday. The atmosphere throughout the resort was calm, friendly and welcoming, making it a great place to unwind. The hotel is well-maintained, with beautiful facilities and rooms that were cleaned to a high standard.

The main buffet offered a good variety of quality food, and we appreciated the allergen labelling. However, guests with coeliac disease, lactose intolerance or nut allergies would find their options quite limited, so a lot more attention to alternative food choices and avoiding cross-contamination during cooking and serving would be beneficial. The main restaurant staff were slow to pick up plates and clear tables, though a few of them were efficient, on-the-ball, and always friendly, particularly Aamir, Touqeer and Dilli. The chefs working out front at the main buffet were helpful and hardworking, and the Service Manager was clearly committed to maintaining standards. We also enjoyed our meal at Blue Dong Asian restaurant, however service was very slow despite it being a quiet evening.

Reception, concierge, spa and pool bar staff were all welcoming and helpful. The wellness facilities were excellent, with a well-equipped gym, indoor pool (with hydrotherapy jets), hot-tub, sauna and steam room providing a relaxing environment; these facilities were kept exceptionally clean at all times.

The outdoor pool was refreshing in the hot sun, with plenty of sun-loungers available, and the beach area was nice. Unfortunately, some guests occasionally left litter around the poolside sun-loungers, despite bins being provided.

The main drawbacks were the thin bedroom walls, which made the opening and closing of doors of neighbouring rooms quite audible, and the minibar only being stocked after we reminded reception despite being on an all-inclusive package. Entertainment (both daytime games/animation and evening) was limited, however we still found ways to keep ourselves occupied with swimming, pool games, walks, exercise and card games.

Overall, we had a lovely holiday and could potentially return. Avra Imperial offers beautiful facilities, a relaxing atmosphere and genuinely friendly staff. With improvements to service consistency, dietary provision, entertainment and room soundproofing, it has the potential to become a truly outstanding five-star resort that would offer better value for money. As it stands, it feels closer to an exceptionally superior four-star experience with five-star ambitions.