Brijuni Hotel Istra

"The classic example of state management that is valid in every country. The island is one of the wonders of the world but the hotel.. 🤦🏻 I believe that the last "fixed up" was done by Tito at the end of the 70s. Dilapidated conditions to say the least, disconcerting bathrooms, hospital-style lunch and breakfast buffets. It's a shame because the staff is fast and friendly. All for only 3/400 euros per night!!! Important note: pay attention to the trap of parking "reserved" for hotel guests: from Saturday morning at 11am to Sunday at 8pm ONLY €55... a hundred meters away (in front of the beach bar) €21 for a week... a complete scam rule.. I repeat that the location is dreamlike, too bad it is in the hands of absolutely incompetent people. It could be the pearl of Croatia! I will definitely come back but sleeping in Fažana."

Brijuni Hotel Neptun

"We booked a room for 3 people with a terrace and sea views. Initially, they gave us a smaller room, but later they gave us the one we had booked, which was larger, with a sofa, an extra bed, and furniture on the terrace. Spectacular sea views from the hotel. Comfortable bed, fairly large bathroom, spacious room. We didn't like the buffet; both breakfast and dinner were barely replenished, we literally ate the leftovers. And the restaurant staff were curt, at least those who served us. They knew we were guests and still charged us a supplement. We also didn't like that a child was left sitting for hours in the seats on the terrace facing the sea, without ordering anything, while the rest of the guests couldn't use those seats. The child was saving them for his family, and on one occasion, he was angry and occupied a six-seat area for over five hours. The waiters did nothing. Attentive and friendly reception staff. Attentive and very friendly cleaning staff."

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Brijuni Rooms Karmen

"Before booking, you should be clear about a few things. The hotel is old, really old. You can see it in almost every detail: the wooden floors, the doors, windows, yellowish closets, and especially the antiquated bathroom. But it's clean, the beds are reasonably modern, and the walls look renovated. Unfortunately, there are no curtains for darkening the rooms or to block out the light in the evening. Check-in and breakfast are at the Hotel Neptun, as the reception and all other public areas in the Karmen were closed. Almost all of the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. We booked a room (No. 334) with a sea view, and the view from the balcony is truly stunning. This view and the overall wonderful feeling on the island make us overlook the hotel's condition. Even in its renovated state, it probably wouldn't be affordable for everyone. We rented bikes for a day and explored the quieter parts of the island. But €27 per day for a standard bike without gears is unacceptable. During the peak travel season, until September 30th, hotel guests receive a 50% discount. However, we don't understand why hotel guests have to pay the full price for the bikes after September 30th. Despite a few criticisms, we will definitely be back."