Valamar Sanfior

Top choice in 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's a choice of indoor and outdoor pools, and the prices include an extensive breakfast and dinner buffet. Added to this are playgrounds, a babysitting service and live music in the bar at night.


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