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mid-September; and from 8am to 3pm Monday to Saturday other times. Located just
off the main square at the harbor, it has brochures, maps, and information on accom-
modations, the town, and its history.
WHERE TO STAY
There are very few hotels in Rovinj's city center and not many in the surrounding area
either, considering the number of tourists that visit each year. However, private
accommodations are abundant and usually very nice. Stop at any tourist agency, some
of which set up kiosks on the road into town so you can book a room on arrival. Not
only will these agencies find you a place to sleep, they will lead you to it so you can
see if it suits before you pay.
Very Expensive
Eden Hotel Every room (renovated in 2004) has a couch and a balcony. The
balconies overlook green space or lawn where guests can sunbathe or dine. The lunch
buffet is set on a terrace under the hotel eaves where there is often live music at night.
Bathrooms, balconies, and public spaces were renovated for the 2006 season.
I Adamovi5a. & 052/800-250. Fax [phone]. www.maistra.hr. 325 units. Aug from 192 € ($246) double; rest of
year from 82

($105) double. 50% reduction for children 2-11; free for children under 2. Rates include breakfast and
are based on stays exceeding 3 days. 20% surcharge for stays of 3 or fewer days. Half-board available on request.
AE, DC, MC, V. Amenities: Restaurant; bar; 2 pools; Internet; babysitting 10am-5pm (included in room rate). In room:
A/C, TV, minibar, hair dryer, safe.
Villa Angelo d'Oro This 17th-century bishop's palace in the Old Town was
renovated in 2001 and has been kept in superb condition ever since. Each room is
unique in size and decor with plush period furniture and fresh colors. Bathrooms have
modern fixtures, though most have showers rather than tubs. Guests can treat them-
selves to one of the best views in the city from the open-air balcony off the third-floor
library before or after they dine in the hotel's restaurant . Parking is .5km ( 1 ⁄ 4 mile)
from the hotel, but the staff will pick up and deliver guests from their cars.
Via Svalba 38-42. & 052/840-502. www.rovinj.at. 25 units. Mid-July to mid-Sept from 1,455kn ($251/£136) dou-
ble. Rest of year from 844kn ($146/£77) double. 50% discount for children 3-11; free for children under 3. Rates
include breakfast. Half-board available on request for 185kn ($32/£17) per person. AE, DC, MC, V. Limited free park-
ing. Amenities: Restaurant; terrace dining; wine cellar; Jacuzzi; solarium; library. In room:A/C, TV, minibar, hair dryer.
Expensive
Hotel Park From the front, this 1972 structure looks like another impersonal
tourist hotel. The Park might offer packages, but it is surprisingly user-friendly.
Rooms are done in yellows and blues in modest but comfortable style. The Park also
has a long list of guest amenities and services as well as a spectacular view of St.
Catherine Island and Old Town Rovinj from the balcony off its lobby. The Park is
conveniently located 2 minutes from Zlatni Rt-Punta Corrente Nature Park and 5
minutes from Old Town. Despite its size, the hotel fills up from May to October. Call
no later than April for reservations.
IM Ronjigova. & 052/811-077. Fax [phone]. www.maistra.hr. 237 units. Aug from 164 € ($210) double; rest
of year from 73

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($87) double. 50% discount for children 2-11; free for children under 2. Rates include breakfast
and are based on stays exceeding 3 days. 20% surcharge for stays of 3 or fewer days. Half-board available on request.
AE, DC, MC, V. Closed 2 months each year, usually mid-Dec to mid-Feb. Amenities: Restaurant; bar; ice-cream par-
lor; 3 pools; excursions; kids' programs; Internet; exchange office; salon; babysitting. In room:A/C, TV, hair dryer.

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