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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 center of Umag with its historic buildings is only 3 km away. Other cities worth visiting include 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 approximately 300 m away. For mobility during your holiday, there is a car rental service, 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 newsstand, other shops, parking (for a fee), and a currency exchange facility. For culinary delights, there are 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 freshwater pools with a separate children's pool (open from June to September). Sunshades and sun loungers are available here free of charge. Refreshing drinks can be enjoyed at the poolside bar.

Accommodation

Double room

The Classic Park View rooms, approximately 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, green throw, and wooden accents.
Modern bedroom with large bed, seating area, and indirect lighting above the headboard.
Modern hotel room with TV, desk, luggage, and large bed with green throw.
Modern hotel room with large bed, indirect lighting, and floor-to-ceiling windows with curtains.
Modern hotel bathroom with grey walls, sink, and towels hanging 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 available on the pool side upon request (P2I).

Modern hotel room with two beds, green accents, and a desk in front of a large window.
Modern hotel room with bed, green armchair, and seating area in daylight.
Modern bathroom with walk-in shower, toilet, and wooden vanity with towels.

Premium Family Room (on request)

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

Junior Suite

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

Modern hotel room with large bed, green and white bedding, and curtains next to balcony

Family Room Park View

Designed with a modern style and 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).

Family Room Superior Poolside

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

Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, and indirect lighting.

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 1 to July 16, 2026, and from September 27 to November 15, 2026, drinks with dinner are NOT included.

All Inclusive KIDS

Promotion from July 17 to September 11, 2026, when booking half board: Exclusively for children between 4-11 years old, they receive a wristband 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 the season)
* The offer is located in a separate area in the Entertainment Center or in the main restaurant
* Only for children with a visible AI KIDS wristband

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 football, handball, basketball, badminton, and tennis. Bicycle rental and water sports facilities offered by local providers.

Children's program

Modern dining area with wooden chairs, tables, tree decor, and slide in a child-friendly hotel space.
Brightly furnished play and learning room with wooden furniture, bean bags, and toys.
Modern play area with seating, toys, and a sea view in a hotel.
Modern hotel lounge area with seating, foosball table, and contemporary decor.
Child-friendly learning space with tables, tree structure, and climbing wall in warm tones.
Outdoor pool for children (May-October), water park with water playground 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 between 5-11 years receive All Inclusive Light, which includes lunch, drinks (12 PM-5 PM), and an hour of ice cream in the afternoon (May 15 - September 15).

Wellness

The 1,000 m² wellness center offers a spa with Finnish sauna, Turkish sauna, bio sauna, whirlpool, and relaxation area for a fee. In the beauty zone, there are massages and cosmetic treatments available (for a fee).
Bright modern indoor pool with columns, lounge chairs, and large windows overlooking garden.
Modern spa with illuminated hot tub and lounge chairs in a relaxing atmosphere.
Modern, bright wellness area with loungers and large windows creating a relaxing atmosphere.
Modern spa relaxation room with cozy loungers and ambient LED lighting.

Hotel features

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

Note

Due to renovation, the estimated reopening is on July 17, 2026.
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The pictures shown are model pictures!
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Pets are not allowed.
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Free parking near the hotel. Paid parking 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 17, 2026.

Country category

4 Sterne