Where forest whispers meet Michelin-starred magic
At the Grand Park Hotel Rovinj, luxury feels effortless. Tucked between the fragrant Golden Cape Forest and the shimmering Adriatic, the hotel cascades gracefully down to the marina, every terrace and infinity pool gazing towards Rovinj’s storybook skyline. Days here begin with espresso and sea air, evolving into lazy afternoon spa rituals steeped in Istrian tradition, the crescendo a multi-course feast worthy of Michelin stars. This is your invitation to put your feet up, breathe, and linger in one of the Adriatic’s most enchanting corners.
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Hotel highlights
Few places feel as instantly cinematic as Rovinj – a tumble of pastel façades, cobbled streets, and church spires reaching over the Adriatic. From the hotel, it’s a gentle stroll along the marina promenade, boutiques and galleries luring you in along the way. For nature, the Golden Cape forest unfurls its century-old pines and coastal trails just behind the property, perfect for joggers, cyclists, or those who aimless wanders feat. gelato. Further afield, vineyards, olive groves and truffle-rich woodlands await discovery, each stop a postcard (and often a picnic) in the making.
Slip into summer mode at the dazzling fifth-floor pool deck, where an infinity pool pours seamlessly into the horizon. A 50-metre sports pool tempts serious swimmers, while loungers invite more languid pursuits (cocktail optional but advised). Across the bay, a boat ferries guests to the island of St Catherine, a pebble-beached idyll with sun loungers, kayaks, and just enough bustle to keep things lively. Prefer shady glamour? Golden Cape’s pine-fringed Lovor Beach serves up seafood, crisp local wines, and a barefoot ease that blurs time’s edges. Whether you’re chasing laps or lazy afternoons, every swim here comes with a side of Adriatic blue.
If the food here were an epic poem, Michelin stars would be its punctuation. Jeffrey Vella’s Cap Aureo dazzles with 20-course vegetable-forward wizardry, while Emanuele Scarello’s Agli Amici marries Italian flair with Istrian terroir. For something more casual, Laurel & Berry serves regional classics with a side of marina views, while Primi Terreni gets the charcoal grill smoking on the promenade. Poolside cocktails at Cissa, sunset aperitifs at Viva Eufemia, and a scoop of homemade gelato at Katarina’s Patisserie ensure every craving has its stage.
Albaro Wellness & Spa is not your cookie-cutter pampering palace – it’s a sensory voyage inspired by Rovinj’s seafaring heritage and Terra Magica’s herbal secrets. Treatments draw on local rituals: olive press ceremonies, rakija-infused scrubs, and even massages performed with an oar (that one you're just going to need to see to believe). A suite of saunas, steam rooms, and plunge pools keep the circulation humming, while Omorovicza and Biologique Recherche skincare add a touch of polished glamour. The spa garden is thick with lavender and citrus, the perfect setting for a post-treatment laze.
From forest trails to tennis courts, the Grand Park has energy to spare for those who like their holidays laced with endorphins. The gym comes with Adriatic views – motivation enough for most – and personal trainers can whip up routines ranging from functional fitness to laps in the 50-metre pool. Just outside, complimentary bikes beg to be pedalled through vineyards and coastal tracks, while the nearby tennis centre offers 12 courts for both amateurs and aspiring Wimbledonners. Not all activity has to raise your heart rate: a stand-up paddleboard at sunset or a slow row around the islands might just be your most memorable workout yet.
the forest-to-sea views from nearly every angle.
Michelin stars within strolling distance of your suite.
Spa treatments with rakija, olives, and an actual oar,
Facilities
Food & Drink
- 1 all-day restaurant serving Istrian and Mediterranean comfort dishes
- 1 Michelin-starred venue with 20-course, vegetable-led fine dining
- 1 two-Michelin-starred Italian restaurant with Istrian tasting menus
- 1 grill-and-deli restaurant showcasing wood-fired meats and local delicacies
- 1 patisserie and café serving espresso, pastries, and homemade gelato
- 1 casual lounge & beach spot for seafood, pasta, barbecue and cocktails
- 1 chic lobby bar with cigars, cocktails, and marina views
- 1 poolside bar with light bites, juices, smoothies, and cocktails
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
Entertainment
- Indoor heated pool
- Outdoor pool
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
Sports & Health
- Fitness
- Gym
- Massage
- Sauna
- Spa centre
- Spa treatments
- Steam bath
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
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