Luxury family escape on the Istrian Riviera
If you love your holidays with a side of sea views, family fun, and the kind of food that makes you want to Instagram your dinner, this Poreč resort is the one. Right on the Adriatic and a quick taxi-ride from Poreč’s gorgeous old town, it nails that balance of laid-back beach break and let’s-do-everything energy. Think rooftop cocktails one minute, beach volleyball the next, followed by a sunset stroll along the seafront promenade.
For families, it’s a total crowd-pleaser. Little ones will go wild for the Maro kids' club's soft play zones, climbing nets, ball pits, and treasure hunts, while teens can dive into gaming tournaments, mocktail-making sessions, and evening cinema nights. Sports-mad kids? There’s beach volleyball, cycling tours, table tennis, and tournaments galore. And here’s a tip – guests get access to PlayLand, a giant off-site family park crammed with multi-level play areas, trampolines, slides, and climbing nets. It’s the kind of place where you’ll lose hours, and the kids will still refuse to leave.
Grown ups aren’t side-lined either. Morning yoga by the sea? Tick. Nordic walks through the resort and into town? Absolutely. And if your idea of a workout involves lifting a cold drink to your lips, the resort’s rooftop bar is spot on for sundowners, with knockout Adriatic views. There’s also a spa and gym on hand if you want to balance out the holiday indulgence with a stretch or a sweat.
The pool and beach scene here is made for easy days. You’ve got a couple of chic, sea-facing pools at the Pical Beach Club, where live DJs, gourmet snacks and killer cocktails bring proper holiday energy. Fancy a quieter dip? Head to one of the hotel’s shaded pools, or claim a lounger on the beach itself, it’s right there on your doorstep. The Adriatic’s famously clear, calm waters make it perfect for a lazy float or a post-lunch paddle.
Let’s talk about the food. With five restaurants to choose from on site, plus another handful at nearby Valamar resorts, you’ll never get menu fatigue here. By day it’s all pizzas, pastas, and grilled favourites made with fancy local touches like boškarin beef and truffles. Come evening, flame-led open-fire cooking takes over, with chefs firing up seafood and steaks inspired by top Zagreb kitchens. For something really special, book a table at the Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant – bold, seasonal dishes served on a lively terrace by the water, and a wine list packed with Croatian, Slovenian and Italian gems.
In short, this is a sun-soaked playground for all ages, with proper foodie finesse thrown in. You’ll leave with a full stomach, a phone full of sunset snaps, and at least one story about a family mini-golf meltdown. Book now, thank us later.
What Pical Resort 5* Valamar Collection - Pical Suites has to offer
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Facilities
Overview
- 1 buffet restaurant
- A la carte restaurant
- Bar
- Outdoor pool
- Kids club
- Spa centre
- Air conditioning
- Wi-fi
Food & Drink
- 1 international buffet restaurant (breakfast and dinner)
- 1 fine-dining restaurant
- 3 à la carte restaurants (Istrian, grill/international, Asian)
- 1 beach snack bar
- 1 café-bar/patisserie
- 2 pool bars (including 1 exclusively for Pical Suites guests)
- 3 beach bars
- 1 family bar (located by the indoor playground)
- 1 piano bar (located at Pical Suites)
- 1 rooftop bar
As part of Valamar's Dine Around programme, you'll also be able to access selected restaurants at neighbouring Valamar properties, including fine dining, Italian, and Istrian restaurants
Entertainment
- Playground
- Children's pool
- Indoor pool
- Indoor play area
- Kids club
- Outdoor pool
Family facilities
- Mini Maro Baby club (0-3) - baby facilities and playroom
- Mini Maro Club (3-7) - creative workshops, outdoor activities, treasure hunts, interactive storytelling, pasta-making
- Maxi Maro Club (7-12) - games, STEM workshops, science experiments, LEGO robotics, evening discos, outdoor games
- Teens club (12+) - video games, sports, social activities eg mocktail making, photo safari, cinema nights
- Children's swimming area
- Outdoor playground
- Indoor play area
- Games room
- Highchairs available upon request
- Evening entertainment
- Cots available for additional 5 euro per day
Sports & Health
- Badminton
- Pilates
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Yoga
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa centre
- Spa treatments