Kroatien ∙ Istrien ∙ Umag

Hotel Garden Istra Plava Laguna ****

PUYA11
Map

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 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 about 300 m away. For mobility during your holiday, in addition to a rental car service, there is 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 currency exchange services. For culinary delights, there are 3 restaurants and a snack bar, as well as a lobby bar. Wi-Fi is available free of charge for hotel guests. The outdoor area of the hotel with a water park and water slide includes 4 freshwater pools with a separate children's pool (open from June to September). Sun loungers and umbrellas 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, and a bathroom with bathtub/WC 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 View

With otherwise similar amenities, these rooms are more spacious and located on the sea side (MSP/PSK). Optionally bookable also 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 View double rooms with a connecting door, ideal for families (PF2). Optionally bookable also 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 double bed, wooden wall, green accents, and balcony with curtains.

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 side (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.
Drinks are NOT included with dinner between April 1 - July 16, 2026 and September 27 - November 15, 2026.

All Inclusive KIDS

Promotion from July 17 - September 11, 2026, for bookings with half board: Exclusively for children aged 4-11, 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 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 activities 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 playground and slides (mid-June to mid-September), children's playground, game room (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, season dependent), 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 15 - September 15).

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 entertainment 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 holidays
  • Tennis

Note

Due to renovation, the expected reopening is July 17, 2026.
*****************************
The images shown are sample images!
*****************************
Pets are not allowed.
*****************************
Free parking near the hotel. Paid parking directly at the hotel.
*****************************
Baby cots are included upon request.
*****************************
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 under renovation and is expected to reopen on July 17, 2026.

Country category

4 Sterne