“This heritage wine hotel is set amidst the beautiful rolling hills of Istria, Croatia. Inside, boutique rooms are individually dressed, with contemporary interior design juxtaposed against original exposed beams. Soak in romantic valley views from the spectacular infinity pool before a winery tour.”

Hotel review

The Istrian peninsula is renowned as Croatia’s best wine region; with bucolic valleys and picturesque hill towns, the area is a beautiful setting for a country getaway. Cue: Roxanich, a boutique wine hotel perched on the hillside, just below the heritage town of Motovun. With designer interiors, an acclaimed fine dining restaurant and an extensive wine cellar, this luxury bolt-hole is perfect for a romantic weekend away. Entering through the traditional stone facade, guests are greeted by friendly and helpful staff. Inside, the interior design balances old and new, with industrial exposed pipes criss-crossing original wooden beams. This theme is carried throughout the hotel, where guestrooms boast colourful feature wallpaper contrasted with wooden floors. The hotel's executive suites offer a retro feel, with a lime green and a mahogany palette. Views from the hotel are second-to-none, overlooking Motovun’s old town or the Mirna valley. The best spot to enjoy the view has to be the hotel's seasonal outdoor infinity pool, a picture-perfect romantic moment. For dinner, head to the hotel's excellent fine dining restaurant, with its focus on local Istrian ingredients and - of course - great wines. Wine tastings are available and there is a wine boutique so you can take your favourite bottles home with you. A beautifully appointed boutique hotel, perfect for wine lovers.

HG Staff
HG Staff Review published: 07/03/2024

Recommended for

  • Romantic Break

    • Book this hotel for a romantic weekend away with plenty of wine; reserve a luxury suite for beautiful valley views
  • Foodies

    • Foodies flock to this hotel for its acclaimed fine-dining restaurant, one of the best in the area
  • Country Escape

    • Set in the heart of the Istrian wine region, this hotel makes for a bucolic escape to the country
  • Cycling

    • The Croatian countryside is any cyclist's dream; rent bikes from the hotel and uncover the beauty of the landscape on a ride
  • Wine tasting

    • Take a wine tasting at the hotel cellar and discover the best in Istrian grapes with the help of the sommelier
  • Other Activities

    • Go truffle hunting in a nearby oak forest with specially trained dogs; book your experience through the hotel
  • Pet friendly

    • Charges may be applicable
  • Luxury

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

  • Views

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Outstanding location

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • Hills & mountains

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Boutique

  • Historic

  • Chic

  • Child friendly

  • Disabled access

  • Wellbeing

  • Traditional

  • Contemporary

Facilities

  • Rooms

    32 rooms in this hotel
  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day
  • Pet friendly

    Charges may be applicable
  • Airport transfer

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Bar

  • Safe

  • Views

  • Wifi

  • Concierge

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Massage

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • Child friendly

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Swimming Pool

  • Garden

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • Cycling

    • The Croatian countryside is any cyclist's dream; rent bikes from the hotel and uncover the beauty of the landscape on a ride
  • Wine tasting

    • Take a wine tasting at the hotel cellar and discover the best in Istrian grapes with the help of the sommelier
  • Other Activities

    • Go truffle hunting in a nearby oak forest with specially trained dogs; book your experience through the hotel

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Roxanich Wine and Heritage Hotel

The Roxanich Wine and Heritage Hotel is an outstanding boutique hotel in the heart of the Istrian peninsula – Croatia’s best wine region. It offers exceptional levels of luxury, together with impeccable service, a memorable fine dining experience, and some of the swankiest-looking rooms anywhere in Croatia.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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