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
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Poreč
With its central location, tasteful rooms, cool marble bathrooms and balconies with Adriatic views, this Austrian-era hotel maintains its elegant caché…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Rovinj
Unlike its resorty sister hotels along the coast, the Adriatic holds its grand Austro-Hungarian frame with considerable equanimity, poised right at the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
