Sunny Poreč by Valamar, ex Crystal

Everything was great, food, pool, rooms, cleaning and changing towels every day, every employee is trying to please guest. And beach Brulo is wonderful!

An Unforgettable Stay at Valamar Crystal! From the moment we arrived, Valamar Crystal exceeded every expectation. The staff were incredibly warm, welcoming, and attentive—nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were spotlessly clean and tastefully decorated, offering stunning views of the lush pine forest and sparkling Adriatic Sea. The food? Simply outstanding—fresh, diverse, and delicious at every meal. The pool area was pristine, with plenty of loungers and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation. And the location couldn’t be better: a short stroll to the beach and close to charming old town Poreč. This hotel blends comfort, style, and genuine hospitality into a perfect getaway. Can’t wait to return!

This is an excellent hotel in a beautiful location. Firstly, be careful if you book with Thomas Cook because they use a third party airline TUI and your baggage allowance is only two cases which fit in overhead lockers, so you must pay extra for 1/2 20kg cases. also, you have to pay for your own transport from Pula airport to this hotel, about Euro 140.00 each way. This hotel is highly recommended if you have children, there is much for them to do at the hotel and also in the surrounding area as you walk into the town. The food is good. Breakfast is well laid out and there is a very good choice. The Brunch from 11.00 to 13.00 is also very good. The evening meals are of the same quality and selection is by buffet as are the rest of the meals here, you serve yourself. Beware though, the restaurant can get very crowded when it opens at 19.00 and it may take some time as you have to queue up behind as many as to 20 people before you can chose your meal. It would probably be more civilised if the hotel had two sittings, one at 19.00 and one at 20.00. Our room was classed as superior but it was far from that. It was in fact very small. In comparison to a Premier Inn room back in the UK, Premier Inn rooms are far bigger. Maybe we just happened on a very small room in this hotel. The cleaning of the room is daily if that's what you want and is excellent. Fresh towels every day. The staff on the reception desk are also very helpful.