Velanera Hotel & Restaurant

The prices felt a little high for what you get. Still, our waiter was so kind and professional that I’d give the visit 4 stars instead of 3. We had a great time talking with him. We came just for the restaurant. It was hard to find any staff at first, but things were fine after that. The steak was a bit overdone and not especially tasty, though it wasn’t bad. They unfortunately had no fish, and the strudel and appetizer were okay, nothing special.

The coast isn’t really within a 10-minute walk, which we knew and didn’t mind. We drove around to explore, and especially recommend Kamenjac, Brijuni islands, Pula and Rovinj. During our August stay, the place felt like a perfect getaway, and we could relax comfortably despite Covid. The property is very well kept, and the staff were helpful. Mario gave us some nice tips. Our spacious, clean room had free parking, and the pool was great after a long beach day. Breakfast had just what we needed to start the day. We also ate at the restaurant a couple of times, and the food was excellent, especially the black risotto and fried calamari. Definitely recommend, we had a great stay!

Watching the sun go down with a tasty bottle of wine made for a lovely evening. Our waiter recommended the wine beautifully. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary with dinner, and the service was fantastic. The beef steak and tuna steak were both cooked perfectly, and the apple strudel and chocolate souffle were wonderful. A fantastic setting, and brilliant food.

The rooms are spacious and clean, with a modern, minimalist look and vibrant colors that feel full of life and relaxing. The food was amazing, and the care showed in every detail, from its presentation to the plates and silverware. Management and staff made us feel at home, and were incredibly kind and helpful. We wish them all the luck they deserve. Highly recommend the hotel and restaurant!