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Hotel Garden Istra Plava Laguna ****

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Location

The family-friendly Sol Garden Istra Hotel is located about 250 m from the sea on the Istrian peninsula. The town center of Umag with its historic buildings is only 3 km away. Other towns worth seeing are Pula (approx. 87 km) or Porec (approx. 45 km). The nearest beach, a private sand/rock/pebble beach, is about 300 m away. The tourist center is about 5 km away. A supermarket, bars, and restaurants are located about 300 m away. For mobility on vacation, there is a car rental, as well as a taxi stand (approx. 100 m) and a bus stop. The airport (PUY) is about 85 km away.

Facilities

The resort hotel, last renovated in 2026, has a total of 293 rooms. It offers its guests a 24-hour reception (check-in from 2 PM, check-out until 10 AM), a lobby with a bar, a total of 4 elevators, air conditioning, a safe (free of charge), a kiosk, other shops, parking (for a fee), and a currency exchange facility. The culinary needs are catered for by 3 restaurants and a snack bar, as well as a lobby bar. Wi-Fi is available to hotel guests free of charge. The outdoor area of the hotel with a water park and waterslide includes 4 fresh water pools with a separate children's pool (open from June to September). Sun umbrellas and sun loungers are available here free of charge. Refreshing drinks can be enjoyed directly at the pool bar.

Accommodation

Double room

The Classic rooms facing the park, with approx. 30 m², feature satellite TV, telephone, free Wi-Fi, minibar, safe, air conditioning/heating, balcony, bathroom with bathtub/toilet and hairdryer (D/DA/D1K/D1G).
Also bookable as 2 rooms with connecting door (CI2).

Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden panels, and soft lighting.
Modern hotel room with double bed, beige walls, and indirect lighting above the headboard.
Modern hotel room with wall-mounted TV, desk, and balcony view with curtains.
Modern hotel room with large bed, green throw, and indirect lighting.
Modern bathroom with gray tiles, wooden vanity, and white towels on the wall.

Classic Double Room

The Classic double rooms are also located on the park side and offer a balcony, twin beds, a bathroom with shower, TV, desk, and air conditioning (approx. 28m², CC2).

Premium Sea Side

With otherwise similar amenities, these rooms are more spacious and located on the sea side (MSP/PSK). Optionally bookable on the pool side upon request (P2I).

Modern hotel room with two beds, green decor, and large window with curtains.
Modernly furnished hotel room with bed, green armchair, and sofa in front of large curtains.
Modern bathroom with glass shower, wall-mounted toilet, and sink on wooden countertop

Premium Family Room (on request)

2 Premium Sea Side double rooms with a connecting door, ideal for families (PF2). Optionally bookable on the pool side (2FA).

Junior Suite

The Junior Suites offer a separate bedroom, living/sleeping area, bath/toilet, air conditioning, TV, telephone, hairdryer, and balcony (approx. 52m², JS2).

Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden wall, green accents, and balcony with curtains.

Family Room Park View

With a modern design and decorated in warm colors, these family rooms offer a beautiful park view and are equipped with a balcony, double bed, and sofa bed, and a bathroom with a shower (DF2).

Superior Family Room Poolside

Similar in amenities and design to the other family rooms, the Mediterranean-styled Superior Family Rooms have a balcony facing the pool (FUP).

Modern hotel room with bed, sofa, TV, and wooden slat partition.

Meals

Breakfast

Buffet breakfast.

Half Board

Buffet breakfast and dinner.

Half Board Plus

Buffet breakfast and dinner. Selected drinks are included with dinner.
During the period from April 1st to July 16th, 2026, and from September 27th to November 15th, 2026, drinks with dinner are NOT included.

All Inclusive KIDS

Promotion from July 17th to September 11th, 2026, when booking Half Board: Exclusively for children aged 4-11, they receive a bracelet upon arrival at the hotel and can use the All Inclusive KIDS offer at no extra charge. Children aged 12 and 13 can use the offer for a fee. This includes:
* Lunch from 1 PM to 3 PM
* Soft drinks and water from 12 PM to 5 PM
* Afternoon ice cream offer for one hour (time depends on season)
* The offer can be found in a separate area in the Entertainment Center or in the main restaurant
* Only for children with a visible AI KIDS bracelet

Sports included

(subject to availability): Fitness, Pilates, Aqua aerobics, Zumba, Spinning, Body workout with fitness instructor (mid-June–mid-September), beach volleyball, beach soccer, and table tennis.

Sports for a fee

(subject to availability): Sports center with soccer, handball, basketball, badminton, and tennis. Bicycle rental and water sports facilities offered by local providers.

Children's program

Modern kids' play area with climbing tree, slide, and tables for eating or crafting.
Modern, bright kids' area with bean bags, tables, and a toy corner in a hotel.
Modern children's play area with pastel furniture and a window view of the sea.
Modern communal space with tables, chairs, sofa, and a foosball table in a bright setting.
Modern green interior with tree sculpture and tables, ideal for children's activities.
Outdoor pool for children (May-October), water park with water play area and slides (mid-June to mid-September), children's playground, playroom (for a fee). Mini club for ages 8 months to 4 years (May-mid-September), kids' clubs for various age groups between 5-12 years (May-mid-September, depending on season), teen club (July and August), kids' special offer (mid-June to mid-September). Additionally, children aged 5-11 receive All Inclusive Light, which includes lunch, drinks (12 PM-5 PM), and an hour of ice cream in the afternoon (May 15th-September 15th).

Wellness

The 1,000 m² wellness center offers a spa with a Finnish sauna, Turkish sauna, bio sauna, whirlpool, and relaxation area for a fee. The beauty zone offers massages and cosmetic treatments (for a fee).
Indoor pool in a modern hotel with sun terrace and garden view.
Modern wellness area with heated whirlpool and lounge chairs in warm lighting.
Modern, bright wellness area with loungers, plants, and large windows.
Modern relaxation room with cozy loungers and atmospheric lighting

Entertainment

Evening program (several times a week in the low season, daily from mid-June to mid-September).

Hotel features

  • Near the beach
  • Bike rental
  • Family friendly
  • Fitness
  • Indoor pool
  • Kids' club/Mini club
  • Spa
  • Wi-Fi
  • Water slides
  • Children's playground
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Animation
  • Sports and active holidaymakers
  • Tennis

Note

Due to renovation, the estimated reopening is July 17th, 2026.
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The pictures shown are model images!
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Pets are not allowed.
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Free parking near the hotel. Chargeable directly at the hotel.
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Baby cots are included upon request.
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Check-in: 2 PM
Check-out: 10 AM
Contact details:
Sol Garden Istra Hotel
Katoro 19
52470 Umag
Tel.: 00385 52 716 000
Email: sol.garden.istra@istraturist.hr

Seasonal information

The Hotel Garden Istra Plava Laguna is currently undergoing renovation and is expected to reopen on July 17th, 2026.

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Last updated: 23.02.2026 15:31