My husband and myself have just returned from a 10 stay stay at "Valsabbion" and we did not want to leave. We stayed in a Premier sea view room which was large and nicely furnished and worth paying the little extra for as the views are lovely. We took a travel kettle as I had noticed that there wasn't one so no problem with making drinks at all Did not see the smaller rooms but they are at the back without such an amazing view. Maid service very day and the hotel is spotless. Masses of white towels and pool towels provided and also robes and slippers. Did I mention that this hotel is only officially 3*. I was told that it's because it has no lift or covered stairway etc. Id rather have the personal service and personal touches.
There is an outdoor pool which is a good size for the size of the hotel and plenty of sun beds. Just across a small and quiet little road there is a gazebo/tent type place with drapes, sofas, cushions, tables and throws. If you don't want to be in the sun it is a perfect place to sit and read and enjoy the view.
The close surrounding area doesn't really offer a lot but that suited us too. I would definitely recommend hiring a car whilst here too just so that you can out and about and see some of beautiful Istra/Croatia.
Sonia and her staff are amazing. She was there nearly every day all day during our stay and she really did give a very personal touch to our stay. She recommended places to visit that were stunning and places to eat that were perfect. From the very first day she knew what we drank at breakfast and prepared it as soon as we came down and asked if there was anything we would like that was n't there. Anyone that complains about a lack of things to eat at breakfast must be extremely "picky"! Very attentive but not intrusive in any way.
We like to be a little bit away from the hustle and bustle so it was just right for us.
It is a little way from Pula but we hired a car for the full 10 days and travelled easily around most of Istria! I can recommend the drive up the east coast to Opetije, a visit to Porec old town on the east coast, a day trip to the island of Cres(especially Valbun) and visiting the fortified towns of Boljun, Roc, Motovun and Grosjan.
The hotel was exactly what we were looking for. Small and friendly with a large serving of luxury. A 3* hotel with 5* service. We have stayed in quite a few 5*hotels and this was at least as good and on the whole better than most. Would we return to this hotel. Absolutely!!!!! Thank you Sonia, Sandra and all the ladies there for a wonderful experience.