Valamar Bellevue Hotel & Residence

As an idyllic base for memorable family holidays, as well as business meetings and special occasions, the Valamar Bellevue Hotel & Residence is one of Croatias most precious gems. Perched above a string of white pebble beaches on the Istrian peninsula, the surrounding area is bursting with colour. From the rich deep blue of the Adriatic lapping at its feet, to the dozen shades of green lining the coastal path the kaleidoscope of colours is astounding. Almost all of the bright modern bedrooms and the public areas provide striking views across the Adriatic Sea to the lush Kvarner Islands. Villa accommodation next door is also available for those who want to turn the luxury level up another notch. But the excellent facilities extend far beyond just the rooms. Start the day with a coffee at the lobby bar, with its pleasant terrace by the pool. Enjoy an unhurried buffet breakfast at the hotel restaurant, with a summer terrace overlooking the sea and nearby islands. If you feel the need to be more active, try out the outdoor pool, take part in a sports tournament, stretch your muscles at the morning gym or hop on two wheels for a guided bike ride. Theres always plenty to keep you and your family occupied from the sensational selection of dishes at the show-cooking restaurant to the after-dinner dancing and live music. A creative and comprehensive programme of fun and activities is sure to put smiles on the faces of junior guests. And for those mixing business with pleasure, a adaptable conference room and summer terrace with magnificent view sets a formidable scene for any organised event. The Istrian countryside is suffused with colour and history. Rolling hills are blanketed with olives and pine and peppered with ancient towns and villages. From the Valamar Bellevue Hotel you can trek along pine-lined coastal paths to the centre of Rabac, known as the Pearl of Kvarner. Or head to the hillside village of medieval Labin, famed for its artists workshops and unique colourful architecture.