Let's go to the most visited city in Croatia! A selection of the best hotels in Porec. How do vacationers rate beaches and attractions? When is it comfortable to relax by the sea? Tourist advice.
Resort experience
A small Croatian town with a rich history located on the Istrian peninsula, in the western part of the country. Porec is the center of a picturesque resort area on the shores of the Adriatic Sea.
Italy is just a stone's throw away. These lands became part of Yugoslavia only after the end of World War II, so on the streets of the city you can see signs not only in Croatian, but also in Italian. The population is multinational.
There is no public transport in Porec. Locals drive by car, while tourists use taxis and small trains that take passengers to the Old Town.
Seville: "Porec is a tiny town! Usually they mention 7 thousand inhabitants." What are you ", - the owner of our apartments Martina was slightly offended. -" Almost 15 thousand live in Porec. "
Elena Ladygina: "The nature is gorgeous, around the pine trees. This is what Istria is famous for. The sea is beautiful and clean. A complete relaxation! Thank you, Croatia, for your hospitality. We fell in love with you and will definitely return to visit."
Best hotels
Porec is a very popular tourist destination in Croatia, so it is easy to find hotels of any level. If your dream is to relax with all the comforts, choose a luxury beach hotel. For a vacation with family and friends, a private villa by the sea is suitable. Choose accommodation in Porec on Hotelluka, and tours on Level.Travel.
Tourists who want to save money like the 2 * Delfin Plava Laguna hotel. This cozy hotel is surrounded by lush greenery and is located just 50 meters from the pebbly and rocky beaches.
The best hotels in Porec, according to tourists' reviews:
Marko 3 * - pleasant apartments with family rooms and a terrace. In high season, a double room costs from 68 €.
Orro Rooms 3 * is a neat guest house 1.6 km from the city beach. For a double room you will pay from 77 €.
Valamar Riviera Hotel & Villa Parentino 4 * - an elegant hotel with a magnificent view of the island of St. Nicholas. A double room will cost 109 €.
Village Galijot Plava Laguna 4 * is a stylish seaside hotel in the resort area of Plava Laguna. Double room with breakfast costs from 175 €.
Mobile Homes Camping Santa Marina 5 * is an elite camping in the seaside town of Vabriga, 10 km from Porec. A family tent with air conditioning, two bedrooms and a terrace costs from 135 €.
Spada Residence I 5 * - luxury apartments 1.3 km from Borik beach. You can relax with your pets! A double room costs from 180 €.
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Beaches of Porec
The rugged coastline of Porec stretches for 65 km. The rocky coast alternates with amazingly beautiful lagoons with clear emerald water. Almost all beaches have concrete platforms, rocky or pebble. There are few sandy beaches.
Tourists love small secluded coves. Not all places are suitable for families with small children. Some of the slopes to the beaches are quite steep. There are sea urchins in the Adriatic Sea, so swim in special shoes.
The best beaches of Porec, according to tourists' reviews: City Beach, Blue Lagoon, Zelena Laguna, Oliva, Brulo, Donji Spadici, Borik, beaches at the Nautica hotel and on the island of St. Nicholas.
Irina Savrina: "The water in the Adriatic is quite cool - about + 22 ° C. For those who like to swim in" fresh milk ", this is not suitable, well, for very young children, perhaps, too. It did not bother us, we love cold water, but it is incredibly clean and stunning color. "
What to see
The historical center of Porec is impressive - the Roman forum and the ruins of ancient temples, the Byzantine Euphrasian Basilica, the remains of medieval towers, old churches on Marafor Square, Gothic and Baroque palaces. Many buildings are built on the foundations of Roman buildings. Take a trip to Saint Nicholas Island to see the Tuscan-style castle and 600-year-old lighthouse!
Vict0r_SU: "The old town is a great place to walk. Some of the streets have been preserved from the times of Ancient Rome. In the evening it looks great."
Victoria: "A very cozy little town. Great for visiting with friends if driving across the country."
Vacation with children
A vacation in Porec with little ones can be a lot of hassle. It is difficult to find a sandy beach here, the sea water is not too warm and the relief is hilly.
But resting with older children will bring a lot of pleasure. Take your child for a walk in the Old Town, visit the Porec Museum and take a boat trip along the coast! It will be interesting for schoolchildren to visit the banks of the picturesque Lim channel and the Baredine caves.
Christina: "We had a rest in September. Mom, dad and a" year old ". Nature - everything is wonderful: a lot of greenery, the cleanest sea, albatrosses. A minus along the entire coast of the Green Lagoon is the lack of slopes for wheelchairs. I had to lower it on my hands almost everywhere ... But overall we liked the hotel, the country and the rest. "
When is the best time to go
The climate on the Istrian peninsula is less hot and drier than in the south of Croatia. The beach season in Porec starts in May and ends in October. Swimming is comfortable from June to September, when the water temperature in the Adriatic Sea is above + 20 ° C. The hottest months are July and August. During the day, the temperature rises above + 30 ° С, and the sea water warms up to + 24 ... + 26 ° С.
Ira Nadeina: "September in Porec is an ideal time for rest. There is no longer the languid heat when you want to hide under the air conditioner from the scorching sun, but it is not cold yet. You can walk for a long time in the Old part of the city, sunbathe on the beaches, and at the same time not be afraid to burn out and swim in the sea. "
Conclusions: is it worth going to Porec
The resort Porec in Croatia attracts tourists from all over Europe. The seaside town is loved for its pleasant atmosphere of relaxation, mild climate, colorful sights, proximity to Venice and Slovenia. A wonderful place for those who dream of a beach holiday, solitude, communication with nature and want to get acquainted with the historical monuments of Croatia and neighboring countries!
If you love outdoor activities and ecotourism, then you will not be disappointed either. There are many hiking and cycling trails in the Istrian peninsula. Diving, yachting and sea fishing are popular on the Adriatic Sea. There are ample tennis and mini golf courses in and around the town.
