We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Opatija, Croatia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated December 2023.
Set just above the coastline promenade in Opatija, the impressive Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia provides free access to its Wellness & Spa Centre, which has swimming pools, a fitness area and a spa relax zone. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The large La Fourchette D'Or restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and dinner, as well as various specialities à la carte. Themed or gala dinners accompanied by live music are organised occasionally. The Hortenzija restaurant is set in the summer garden, while the fine dining restaurant Cubo has enough space for dancing. Guests can also relax at the Manhattan Cocktail Bar. Opatija Riviera is located in the Gulf of Kvarner, on the eastern shore of the Istrian Peninsula, where the sea makes its deepest cut into the mainland.Show full description
Very stylish. Very clean. Enjoying a seafront position and offering a restaurant boasting sea views, Design Hotel Royal is located in the centre of Opatija, steps away from Angiolina Park. Its elegant rooms are decorated with design furniture and provide air conditioning and free WiFi. Each room features a flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and a desk. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. At Design Hotel Royal you will find a spacious lounge area fitted with sofas and a library corner. Guests can enjoy an aperitif or a coffee at a terrace overlooking the Bay of Kvarner. Sun loungers and sun umbrellas can be used at a surcharge. The dining area is set on the ground floor. The hotel restaurant focuses on the food quality and raw ingredients. The well-equipped congress hall can turn into an elegant ballroom. Just in front of the Royal Design Hotel passes a 12-km long seaside promenade leading up to the picturesque fishermen's village of Volosko on one side or to Lovran on the other side. The historic town of Rijeka is at a distance of 13 km.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most STYLISH central luxury hotel in Opatija.
Creative. Nice style. Friendly staff. Completely renovated in 2020 and housed in an Austro-Hungarian villa dating back to 1886, this 5-star hotel is situated amid a well-groomed St. Jacob Park in the centre of Opatija. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property and the Slatina Beach is just 100 metres away. On arrival, guests receive a complimentary welcome drink. The historic-style rooms at Milenij Hotel Sv. Jakov are all air-conditioned and feature elegant parquet flooring, rich fabrics and period furniture. Each room is equipped with satellite TV including pay-per-view channels and a minibar. International cuisine, Italian specialities and fine wines are served in Cantinetta Sv. Jakov. Guests have access to the spa at the neighbouring partner hotel, which is just 100 metres away. Rijeka Airport is located at a distance of 40 km. Shuttle service is available at a surcharge.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most CREATIVE boutique hotels in Opatija.
Elegant. Great restaurant. Centrally situated in trendy Opatija, the luxury Hotel Milenij enjoys a seafront location on Lungo Mare promenade. This 5-star hotel boasts 650 m² Royall Spa wellness centre, 2 restaurants and a lobby bar with piano music. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel. Milenij blends the spirit of the historic tradition with contemporary design and decorations. Rooms are air-conditioned and come with a satellite TV and a minibar. Modern-style bathrooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Various kinds of massage and beauty treatments are offered at the wellness centre, which includes saunas, Finish and Turkish baths, as well as the indoor and outdoor pools. Cardio equipment is also featured. Argonauti Restaurant serves traditional meals, while the Viennese-style Café Wagner offers homemade cakes and handmade chocolates. Guests can enjoy al-fresco dining at the hotel terrace offering sea views. St. Jacob Park stretches next to the Milenij Hotel. The historic town of Rijeka is 14 km away.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Boasting a 1500 m² wellness area with indoor and outdoor pools, as well as various saunas and hot tubs, the award-winning Grand Hotel 4 Opatijska Cvijeta is set right next to the sea. It offers an on-site restaurant, a well-known patisserie and elegant rooms with free WiFi access. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV. The private bathrooms are fitted with a bathtub or a shower. Restaurants Camellia and Veranda serve nourishing homemade food based on the Kvarner region culinary traditions, and guests can watch special cooking displays by the chefs. A panoramic view of the Kvarner region and the hillsides of Mount Učka can be enjoyed while sipping a drink at the Oleandar Bar. The Grand Café offers homemade cakes and handmade chocolate. A terrace, a solarium and fitness facilities can be found on site. Various facial and body treatments can be arranged in the hotel spa. The 25/7 Conference Park is located right next to the property and offers 9 multi-functional congress halls catering to various types of events and conferences. The hotel is located right next to the charming Lungomare Seaside Promenade and the Angiolina Park. A variety of pebbly beaches and hiking trails can be found nearby. Rijeka Airport is accessible within 40 km.Show full description
Friendly staff. Great restaurant. Set in the very heart of Opatija, Hotel Agava is housed in a 19th-century villa and offers elegant rooms, an on-site restaurant and a café with a terrace where guests can enjoy watching people passing by on the main street. Free internet access is provided. All rooms are spacious and decorated in traditional style with wooden furnishings. Amenities in each room include satellite TV, a safe, a minibar and air conditioning. Featuring a shower or a bathtub, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The Hotel Agava’s restaurant serves a wide range of Croatian specialities. Hotel guests also have at their disposal the 1500-m² wellness centre in the neighbouring hotel, including outdoor and indoor pool, saunas, hot tubs, treatment rooms, and a gym, all available at a surcharge. The well-known Angiolina Park with views of Kvarner Bay can be found in the immediate vicinity, as well as Lungomare, a 12 km-long promenade along the entire riviera, going from Volosko, via Opatija, to Lovran.Show full description
Very central. Creative. Very clean. The luxurious Hotel Bristol in Opatija has been carefully renovated, radiating imperial Austrio-Hungarian architecture with wrought iron balcony work and a splendid interior. The Viennese Café Palme serves delicious coffee or tea. You can also sip refreshing cocktails and tasty specialities on the beautiful terrace of the Bristol. The restaurant serves mouth-watering local and international specialities. It is open daily and serves a rich buffet for breakfast and dinner. Opatija is known for its flourishing vegetation and pleasant climate, lush parks and the 12-km Lungomare Promenade. There are exquisite beaches and beautiful fountains. The nearest train station is in Rijeka 15 km from the hotel, while a bus station is available in Opatija, 300 metres away. An airport shuttle can be organised upon request and has to be reserved in advance.Show full description
Hip. Creative. Comfortable beds. Completely renovated in 2018 and enjoying a prime location in the centre of Opatija, Heritage Hotel Imperial - Liburnia is just steps away from Slatina beach. The Secession-style hotel is set in a historic building and features a wellness centre. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. All air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen cable TV, a minibar and a safe. A private bathroom comes with either a shower or a bathtub and a hairdryer. Buffet breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant. The air-conditioned Golden Hall with 300 seats is suitable for conventions, music festivals and fashion shows. Hotel Imperial is within walking distance from tennis courts, while the cultural sights can be easily explored. The town of Rijeka, with the Main Train and Bus Station, is 13.5 km away. Rijeka Airport is located at a distance of 39 km.Show full description
One of the coolest boutique hotels in Opatija. It also has super comfortable beds and very cosy rooms!
Central. Very clean. Great value. Popular among business travellers. Located in Opatija, 600 m from Beach Tomaševac and 2.7 km from Beach Preluk, Hotel Paris provides air-conditioned rooms and a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, each room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. A continental breakfast is available daily at Hotel Paris. The accommodation offers a shared terrace, a paid spa and a casino. Guests at Hotel Paris will be able to enjoy activities in and around Opatija, like hiking and cycling. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Juraj Sporer Art Pavilion, St. James Church in Opatija and Maiden with the Seagull. The nearest airport is Rijeka Airport, 43 km from Hotel Paris.Show full description
Highly elegant. Cool. Great breakfast. Hotel Kvarner - Liburnia features an outdoor swimming pool and a beach. It offers free WiFi, an air-conditioned restaurant and a summer terrace above the sea. Guests can enjoy Angiolina Park next to the property. The property is 50 metres from the main street, superbly located by the sea. An aperitif bar and a lounge bar are at the guests' disposal. Each room features satellite TV and a bathroom with a bathtub. You can rent sun loungers and beach umbrellas at an extra charge. The Kvarner offers function rooms, such as the air-conditioned Crystal Hall, banquets, balls and festivals. The hotel also offers a paid private parking lot. The Kvarner Terrace features dance nights above the Lungomare seaside promenade. Dinner is sometimes served accompanied by the sounds of live music. All the historic sights of Opatija, such as the Villa Angiolina Park, are in close proximity. The town of Rijeka is 13 km from the Hotel Kvarner - Liburnia. Rijeka Airport is 45 km away, while Pula Airport lies at a distance of 85 km. Shuttle service is available at a surcharge.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT central luxury hotel in Opatija.
Great views. Surrounded by lush vegetation and set in the park right next to the beach, Villa Amalia - Liburnia is only a short walk away from the centre of Opatija. Guests can freely use the private beach, outdoor swimming pool and all other facilities of the Hotel Kvarner, which is only 50 metres away. Elegantly decorated rooms are bright and spacious. Each room features satellite TV and a work desk. Guests can start their day with breakfast served each morning in the Hotel Kvarner. Numerous restaurants serving freshly prepared Mediterranean cuisine can be reached on foot from Villa Amalia - Liburnia.Show full description
Very clean. Great value. Completely renovated in 2018 and enjoying a prime location in Opatija, Villa Abbazia - Liburnia features a swimming pool, a fitness centre and a spa with wellness facilities. Property is 200 metres from Croatian Walk of Fame and 200 metres from Church of the Annunciation. Slatina Beach is a 2-minute walk away while Maiden with the Seagull is 400 metres from the hotel. Villa Abbazia - Liburnia is an annexe to the Hotel Palace Bellevue. The hotel’s services and facilities are also available to guests of the villa. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. At Villa Abbazia - Liburnia, every room is fitted with a seating area and a private bathroom with a shower and a bath. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. The property features a bar and a restaurant. Juraj Sporer Art Pavilion is a 5-minute walk from Villa Abbazia - Liburnia, while St. James Church in Opatija is 400 metres from the property. Rijeka Airport is 40 km away.Show full description
This small hotel has exceptional cleanliness and great affordability!
Super central. Cosy rooms. Featuring a wellness & spa centre, the newly renovated Hotel Palace Bellevue - Liburnia is housed in a beautiful Empire-style building, as one of the oldest hotel it is considered a local landmark. Ideally set along the main street facing the sea, it offers free Wi-Fi and an à-la-carte restaurant. Decorated in pastel tones, all rooms are fiited with a flat-creen cable TV and a private bathroom. The elegant air-conditioned restaurant serves buffet breakfast. During dinner time guests can enjoy thematic dinners and music events at a large terrace. A rich evening animation programme is organised during summer months. The wellness & spa centre of the Hotel Palace Bellevue - Liburnia includes an indoor pool with heated seawater and a quiet relax zone. Guests can take advantage of a Finnish or Turkish sauna and choose from the wide range of massages and beauty treatments on offer. Hotel guests can use the fitness centre with the latest equipment free of charge. There is a stone beach just in front of the Hotel Palace Bellevue - Liburnia, while the nearest pebbly beach is just a 10-minute walk away. Guests can benefit from the long seaside promenade connecting the picturesque village of Volosko on one side and Lovran on the other side. The historic town of Rijeka, with the Main Train and Bus Station, is 13.5 km away. Rijeka Airport is at a distance of 45 km.Show full description
The most CENTRAL central luxury hotel in Opatija. It also has A CENTRAL LOCATION.
Trendy. Creative. Great restaurant. Nestled on a rock above the sea, Boutique & Design Hotel Navis offers an outdoor pool and a luxury interior. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and a private beach just few steps from the hotel, as well as the spa centre. The historic core of Opatija is 2.5 km away. Decorated with Croatian design furniture, each room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a seating area. A terrace or balcony are featured in all rooms, while guests can enjoy sea views. Private bathroom is equipped with a bath or a shower. Extras include bath robes, slippers and free toiletries. Boutique & Design Hotel Navis offers a 24-hour front desk service. You can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling, windsurfing and diving. The on-site spa area includes a sauna, hammam, pool and massages. The picturesque fisherman village Volosko is 750 metres away, while Angiolina Park is 2.6 km from Boutique & Design Hotel Navis. The nearest airport is Rijeka Airport, 34 km from Boutique & Design Hotel Navis.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Great location. Located in the centre of Opatija, right by the sea and the picturesque 12 km long Lungomare promenade, Hotel Savoy offers luxurious rooms with an elegant interior. Nearly all rooms have a balcony with a spectacular view over Kvarner bay. The hotel offers a wellness area, the restaurant Lungo Mare and an aperitif bar with a beautiful terrace. In the restaurant, local and international specialities are served. Opatija has a very mild climate and a long-lasting bathing season, and the private beach of Hotel Savoy ensures a great vacation experience. Deckchairs and parasols are available at additional costs. Close to the hotel there are cafés, a wine shop, boutiques, a casino and a disco. A garage parking is provided 50 metres from the hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast and a great location in Opatija!
Popular among business travellers. Set right next to the sea, just above the Opatija Seaside Promenade, Hotel Admiral - Liburnia offers free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool with heated seawater and a whirlpool, as well as a sauna which are all included in the price. All rooms of the Admiral provide air conditioning, satellite TV, a bathroom with a bathtub or a shower and balconies with views over the Kvarner Bay and the nearby marina. Dinner is occasionally served accompanied by the sounds of live music. Opatija bus station is at a distance of 150 metres. Train stations is available in Matulji, 5 km away, or in Rijeka, 12 km away. Rijeka Airport is 45 km away.Show full description
Grand Hotel Adriatic is set a 5-minute walk from Opatija's town centre, just 50 metres above the coastal walking path Lungomare. Boasting unique views of Kvarner Bay, the adults-only Spa and Wellness centre is located on the topmost 8th floor, while hotel's elegant rooms feature air conditioning and free WiFi. At guests disposal is a seasonal outdoor infinity pool with views of the Adriatic Sea. Guests can explore the nearby Učka Mountain, Istria, the numerous islands and the mountainous Gorski Kotar region. Rijeka Airport is 40 km away.Show full description
Elegant. Stylish. Friendly staff. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with heated sea water and a fitness centre, Ikador Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa is located in Ika and offers a private beach area. The accommodation features water sports facilities like stand up paddles. Opatija is 5.1 km from Ikador Luxury Boutique Hotel & Spa, while Rijeka is 19 km away. Free private parking is available on site. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, complimentary minibar with snacks and soft drinks, kettle and desk. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hair dryer, and certain rooms at the hotel have a terrace. Private boules court and smart mini golf court are at the guest's disposal. At hotel's spa zone guests can enjoy free of charge in saunas, hot tub, salt room and relaxation area. In hotel's restaurant provides a varied offer of local delicacies as well as Mediterranean dishes. The nearest airport is Rijeka Airport, 45 km from the property. Car hire is available upon request. Stays over 31.12.2024 include a New Year's gala celebration on the evening of 31.12.2024 at the hotel's restaurant, including 7-course gala dinner, wine pairing, live music and private fireworks.Show full description
This boutique hotel has amazing staff and outstanding views.
Great restaurant. Good breakfast. Popular among business travellers. Featuring an outdoor pool with sun loungers, Hotel Laurus offers also a spacious terrace offering panoramic views of Kvarner Bay. It is located above the village of Volosko near Opatija. Comfortable rooms at Hotel Laurus have air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibars and work desks. Most have private balconies with sea views. Breakfast is served daily in the restaurant or on the terrace. Guests can have it served in the room as well. The hotel includes a' la carte restaurant with beautiful terrace and outdoor seating. The Laurus Spa and Wellness Centre offers massage and beauty treatments, which need to be booked in advance.Show full description
Great value. Hotel Kristal - Liburnia is located right by the sea and offers free WiFi and beach with sun loungers, available at an additional charge. It offers indoor swimming pools and a mini fitness room. Boasting a beautiful panoramic view over Kvarner Bay, the Hotel Kristal - Liburnia is a 5-minute walk from the centre of Opatija and the main beach. All rooms comprise cable TV, a safe and a minibar, as well as a private bathroom. Some rooms offer sea views. The Hotel Kristal - Liburnia's air-conditioned restaurant serves a breakfast buffet. It features a summer terrace where guests can enjoy sea views. A selection of hot and cold drinks is available at the hotel's bar. Hotel Kristal - Liburnia also comprises sauna facilities, available at a surcharge. Opatija Bus Station can be found 100 metres away. Train stations is available in Matulji/Opatija - 5 km away, or in Rijeka, 12 km away. Rijeka Airport is at a distance of 45 km. Private parking at the hotel with additional charges, subject to availability.Show full description
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