San Canzian Hotel & Residences - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Only the very best will do here Everything was perfection! Service, food, accommodations ... all were top notch, elegant and beautiful. We will definitely stay here ahain should we be in Istria.

Perfect stay - friendly staff, great location. We stayed here during our bike trip through Istra. Couldn't want more. Just perfect.

Il soggiorno è stato unico per la quiete; giardino pieno di piante e fiori e il tutto ben tenuto; vista magnifica ovunque ci giravamo; camere arredate con stile rustico; zona piscina molto accogliente… insomma tutto impeccabile! Complimenti e alla prossima!

Fabulous property. However, the room given when booked through ******* was clearly the most inferior room of the complex. Up stairs and back of property facing the road. Other rooms had private patios, even dipping pools; our room on second floor was an attic room with pitched ceiling so could not walk upright in some of the room.

A truly unforgettable experience! The location is absolutely perfect, offering both peace and breathtaking surroundings. The rooms are beautifully designed, just like the rest of the estate – stylish, comfortable, and full of character. What really sets this place apart is the incredible staff: warm, professional, and impressively knowledgeable. A special mention goes to the amazing young team in the restaurant – their energy and attention to detail made every meal a joy. From start to finish, everything was thoughtfully curated. Can’t wait to come back!

For those of you who have not heard of Istria, it is the largest peninsula within the Adriatic Sea, located at the very top of the Adriatic between the Gulf of Trieste and the Kvarner Gulf. This peninsula is shared by three countries, Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy, however, 90% of its area is part of Croatia with just a thin slither over the border in neighbouring Slovenia. Istria is only a three-hour drive from Vienna and just 90 minutes from Trieste, the region feels a world away from the Dalmatian resorts and islands further south. Many visitors to Istria remark that it just feels different from the rest of Croatia. You’ll find a greener landscape and plenty of charming, unspoiled towns which are away from the main tourist trail. The region is famed for its beautiful medieval towns, jewelled coastline, and magnificent produce, surely that’s enough good reasons for anyone to visit this stunning area. As with the rest of Croatia, the best time to visit Istria is between late Spring in the months of May and June, through to September and early October. Given Istria’s proximity to Germany, Austria, Italy, and the Balkans, it’s a hugely popular summer holiday destination for southern Europeans, with peak months falling in July and August. Overall, the best time to visit is either June or September, when you’ll find warm but pleasant temperatures and less crowds. So why visit Istria I hear you ask, well few regions in Croatia have a history as vivid as Istria. The Romans turned this largely agricultural area into a centre of trade and commerce, leaving their mark, in particular, in gorgeous Pula. The Venetians later contributed scores of idyllic villages such as Motovun and the alluring architecture of Rovinj. Through the 20th century, the region was fought over between Italy and Yugoslavia, at one time becoming the personal playground of President Tito, before falling to Croatia in 1991 after the conclusion of the Serb Croat conflict. However, aside from history, Istria is best known for its magnificent food. The region is referred to as Croatia’s pantry, with wonderful wineries, orchards, truffle forests and medieval hilltop towns. Istria’s beaches might not grab the headlines as much as those further south, but they are equally magical. Zlatni Rat, known as the Golden Cape, is the most famous in the region, but you’ll find many more hidden gems if you chat to the locals. Istria’s beaches are predominantly pebbled rather than sandy, it’s also a great area for snorkelling, particularly around the southern tip of Cape Kamenjak. What you will note most of all whilst traveling around Istria, is the truly remarkable scenery, it really is one of the most beautiful regions of Croatia. Getting to Istria from the UK is easy and relatively inexpensive, it’s only a few hours direct flight from Gatwick to the regional capital Pula. Renting a car from the airport was simple and driving in Istria is safe and easy to navigate your way around. No visit