Park Plaza Histria Pula is a big resort hotel on the Verudela peninsula, a wooded headland a few kilometres south of the city centre. It combines hotel convenience with a seaside setting, and is well suited to travellers who want pools, beaches and amenities alongside sightseeing. The building is large and modern, with a spacious lobby, restaurants, bars and a conference area, and rooms are bright, with balconies or terraces and views of the sea or the pine forest. Facilities typically include indoor and outdoor pools, a wellness centre and spa, fitness rooms and a children's area, while the coastline offers rocky and pebble beaches and promenades for walking and cycling.
Staying on Verudela places you near the sea and close to a cluster of restaurants, cafes and activity providers. The Pula old town and the Arena are reachable by bus, taxi or a long walk or bike ride, and the airport is a short drive away, which makes arrivals easy. The peninsula's marina and coastal trails are popular with runners and cyclists, and kayak and boat tours often depart nearby. The hotel's restaurants provide buffet meals and a la carte options, with Istrian specialities and international choices, and the bar terraces are pleasant at sunset.
Who it suits
Families, groups and couples who like resorts. It is also a practical choice for travellers who plan to rent a car, because parking is on site. During the summer season, the hotel is busy, with lively pool areas and entertainment, while off-season rates are lower and the atmosphere is calmer. Many guests choose half board, which simplifies dining in an area where independent restaurants are fewer than in the old town.
Consider the room category carefully
Sea view rooms cost more but deliver the main benefit of the location, while garden view rooms are quieter and cheaper. Check what is included in the spa and pools, since some facilities may carry a separate charge. For a comfortable, full-service base that combines Roman Pula with beach time, Park Plaza Histria is an easy recommendation.
Another point in its favour is the range of activities nearby. The Verudela coast has walking and cycling paths, small beaches, watersports providers and boat departures, and a short drive leads to Cape Kamenjak for hiking and swimming. The hotel can usually organise excursions, including the Brijuni boat trip, kayak tours and Pula city tours, so you can mix beach days with culture.
Guests who enjoy swimming in the sea should bring water shoes, as many beaches here are rocky. In winter, the indoor pool and spa make it a cosy base for a quiet break.
Why stay here
- ✓Large seaside resort hotel
- ✓Indoor and outdoor pools
- ✓Spa and wellness centre
- ✓Children facilities
- ✓Sea and forest views
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓On-site parking
- ✓Near beaches and marina
Good questions
How far is it from Pula's centre?+
A few kilometres, reachable by bus, taxi or bike.
Does it have a spa and pools?+
Yes, it typically offers indoor and outdoor pools and a wellness centre.
Is parking available?+
Yes, on site.