Best Design Hotels in Croatia
Croatia, a European gem with its medieval cities and stunning coastal towns, has something for every luxury traveller. Swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea or drive inland and experience beautiful towns filled with rich history and culture. Explore the coastal city of Dubrovnik and walk through its ancient streets while enjoying incredible Mediterranean dining. Or head out to the Dalmatian islands and dive into the warm waters or sunbathe on the sandy beaches. Travel to the Istrian Peninsula, renowned for truffle delicacies and stunning hilltop villages, and relax in a secluded resort or take a trip on a private yacht. From beautiful apartments in the cities to peaceful resorts on the coast, enjoy luxury accommodations across the country with something for every traveller. Read on to find out about our favourite places to stay for a lavish escape to this beautiful part of the world.
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Istria, Rovinj
Lone Hotel by Maistra Collection
(5 stars)With a curved exterior, reminiscent of a modern cruise liner, the concept for the 248 room minimalist hotel was inspired by Rovinj’s natural surrounds. Its deeply unconventional style, along with elegant cutting edge interiors and striking artworks, has earned its place as a member of Design Hotels (the first property in Croatia to do so). A large free-form outdoor seawater pool is hidden behind mature, tall trees, with its seductive array of whirlpools, waterfalls and geysers. Hotel Lone overlooks a pretty bay on one side and mature forestry on the other.
Istria, Rovinj
Hotel Monte Mulini
(5 stars)Just a 20-minute walk from the town centre, this five-star property is hidden away in the Zlatni Rt forest park, beside Lone Bay. 99 rooms are spread between two low rise buildings with a contemporary aesthetic. Bold accents are blended in among antique furniture pieces in a hotel that has earned a reputation as one of the best in the country. A sea-view pool complex offers a vibrant hub and sits beside the glamorous glass-walled lobby. There’s also a swim-up bar, children-only pool and hydrotherapy section, all complemented by an additional indoor pool area that’s attached to Monte Mulini’s glossy spa.
Istria, Pula
Grand Hotel Brioni Pula, A Radisson Collection Hotel
(5 stars)With the sea on one side and a pine forest on the other, the Grand Hotel Brioni Pula has an enviable location with cascading terraces making the most of its views. Set over three floors, the polished hotel accommodates 227 bedrooms including 12 suites, with Smart tech, ILLY espresso machines, pillow menus and luxurious Acqua Di Parma amenities. The wellness area offers treatments using body care brands including Gemology and Thalgo, an indoor swimming pool and jacuzzi, a water paradise shower experience as well as saunas, a steam room, salt wall, as well as a TechnoGym. There are three restaurants with stunning outlooks and four bars, including one beside the long, sea-view infinity pool.