Istria's West Coast
The focus is firmly on quality at this rural retreat – whether that be the estate's top-notch wine and olive oil, the architecture of the guest blocks,…
Must-see hotels in Istria
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Motovun
Perched on the edge of the old town, this gorgeous place has 10 rooms of different styles and configurations – some with shared baths, some with panoramic…
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Central & Eastern Istria
Set on a beautiful stretch of pebbly and rocky shore, this large Rabac resort ticks all of the family-holiday boxes. The rooms are swish and modern, there…
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Central & Eastern Istria
As petite and gorgeous as Hum itself, this charming guesthouse has two fresh and modern en-suite rooms in a historic block, with a souvenir shop below and…
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Rovinj
Escape the masses in this lovely 10-room hotel in Rovinj's suburban fringes, a 20-minute walk from the centre but only five minutes from the sea. If…
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Central & Eastern Istria
Three immaculate and imaginatively decorated rooms are on offer here, each themed around a local grape variety. The bathrooms are excellent, and the…
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Pula
Feel like a local as you ascend the wonky stone stairs in this wonderful building right by the Forum. The rooms are spacious, stylish and surprisingly…
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Central & Eastern Istria
Three friendly dogs, a charming hostess and a clutch of chickens (in that order) will welcome you to this large rural property near the small town of…
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Rovinj
This swanky and extremely pricey hotel slopes down towards Lone Bay, a 10-minute stroll from the old town along the Lungomare. Rooms all have balconies,…
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Rovinj
As well as making wine and olive oil, the Dobravac family rents a set of 10 spacious, modern rooms in this lovely old peach-coloured villa in the…
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Pula
The exterior is a little 'former Yugoslav' but the swanky rooms inside have been thoroughly renovated, and there's a beach right on the doorstep. The…
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Central & Eastern Istria
Offering panoramic views of the encircling hills, this lovely boutique hotel has revitalised Buzet's old town. Twenty tasteful antique-strewn rooms are…
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Poreč
Tiny by Croatian standards and tightly packed, Polidor nevertheless crams a lot in. The ablutions block has underfloor heating and a slide to get kids…
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Rovinj
While parents love the stylish facilities and pebbly beach, that's beside the point. Here it's all about the kids, right down to rocking horses in…
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Central & Eastern Istria
Just up the hill from Momjan, this farmhouse rents eight rooms with kitchenettes, some of which have terraces and sea vistas. Breakfasts include homemade…
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Rovinj
Croatia's first design hotel, this 248-room powerhouse of style is a creation of Croatia's starchitects 3LHD. It rises over Lone Bay like a ship dropped…
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Central & Eastern Istria
This boutique hotel in the village of Brtonigla, 5km southeast of Buje, is a rural hideaway with 14 stylish rooms. No two are alike, but all are equipped…
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Central & Eastern Istria
In the village of Lovrinići, 8km south of Pazin, this is a lovely rustic choice for a quiet getaway. Choose one of two beautifully renovated apartments in…
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Central & Eastern Istria
In the village of Smoljanci, 3km west of Svetvinčenat, this traditional Istrian stone house is the residence of the Swiss honorary consul. Two stylish…
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Central & Eastern Istria
Two separate houses (sleeping eight in one, 12 in the other) are available for rent at this animal-filled farm in the village of Katun Lindarski, 10km…
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Poreč
This rather swanky four-star pad right on the harbourside offers friendly service and some rooms with sea-gazing balconies. There's also a restaurant and…
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Istria's West Coast
Dominating the islet of Sveti Andrija, this upmarket resort hotel is a self-sufficient hideaway from which holidaymakers need never emerge. The 326 rooms…
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Pula
Crazy? Hardly. Tucked into the bottom floor of an old apartment block, this bright hostel has six- to 10-bed dorms with privacy curtains and lots of…
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Poreč
With its central location, tasteful rooms, cool marble bathrooms and balconies with Adriatic views, this Austrian-era hotel maintains its elegant caché…
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Istria's West Coast
This intimate family-run hotel in the fishing village of Lovrečica, around 6km south of Umag, has 22 contemporary rooms, an illuminated outdoor pool, a…
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Istria's West Coast
This boutique hotel has 28 tasteful rooms and suites in eight interconnected buildings on the edge of the old town, with an ambitious restaurant (try the…
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Central & Eastern Istria
This luxe, art-filled hideaway up on the hill above Rabac has 12 large, modern suites and a wonderful outdoor pool providing dramatic bay views. Half…
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Rovinj
Rooms and apartments in this historic townhouse have original details such as fireplaces and wooden beams, an antique sensibility and up-to-the-minute…
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Rovinj
The 18 rooms, suites and apartments in this atmospheric old-town building come with old beams, cool stone floors and upscale trimmings such as monsoon…
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Pula
Hidden amid pines and manicured lawns facing a gorgeous pebbly cove, this upmarket hotel is the best of the Verudela resorts. As well as the low-slung…
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Rovinj
Unlike its resorty sister hotels along the coast, the Adriatic holds its grand Austro-Hungarian frame with considerable equanimity, poised right at the…
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Rovinj
This simple budget option has bunks with individual reading lights, lockers and a small shared kitchen. It's located on the big roundabout as you come…
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Poreč
Claim a slice of island paradise in this ritzy resort on Sveti Nikola, only a five-minute free boat ride from Poreč's old town. Rates include a buffet…
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Istria's West Coast
Located on the island of Sveta Katarina, this smart hotel is a wonderful getaway from the tourist crowds of Rovinj despite being nearly close enough to…
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Motovun
The town’s only real hotel occupies a restored 17th-century palazzo, with 32 simply furnished rooms and one extraordinary one, sporting a four-poster bed…
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Central & Eastern Istria
In the sleepy village of Volpia, 3km north of Buje, this notable rural inn has 16 simple rooms with rustic wood-and-stone decor, and a konoba (tavern)…
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Istria's West Coast
A personable alternative to the huge resort hotels that line the coast, La Rossa boasts comfortable rooms, big balconies and friendly staff. The buffet…
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Poreč
Housed in a 1910 building on the seafront, this venerable hotel boasts 70 dark-wood rooms and four suites plus a spa, casino, restaurants and bars. The…
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Poreč
This huge campground, 5km from the old town, can accommodate up to 2700 people – but you'll still need to book ahead at peak times. Among the activities…
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Pula
This well-maintained, two-part hotel sits a stone's throw from the central market. The more exclusive rooms are in a building across the road but the more…
