Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel

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Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel

Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel

Seafront location just 100m from a pretty pebble beach Fantastic splash park with slides, buckets and sprinklers Colourful children’s playrooms and games lounge Full family entertainment programme in summer Spacious rooms and suites ideal for families Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Approximate TripAdvisor rating 4.5 / 5
Board options All Inclusive
Rooms 94 | Floors: 4 | Lifts: 1
Child age for pricing up to 12 years

Overview

 
Set in a prime seafront position above Rabac’s turquoise bays, Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel is purpose-built for family holidays on Croatia’s Istrian coast. Expect a brilliant splash park, lagoon-style pools, kids’ clubs from babies to teens and spacious, modern rooms and suites – many with sweeping Adriatic views. As a certified sustainable hotel with All Inclusive dining, it’s an easy, stress-free choice for a family escape.

Think seafront promenades, pine-framed pebble beaches and a car-free zone of pools, splash park and play spaces. Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel wraps everything into one smart, family-focused resort: All Inclusive buffets, flexible kids’ clubs, family entertainment and modern rooms sized for real-world families, not just couples with a cot. For couples travelling with little ones or multigenerational groups keen on Croatia’s coast, Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel delivers exactly what you need: a seafront setting just 100m from a pebble beach, a superb splash park and pools, and All Inclusive dining that keeps everyone happy. It’s around 1 hour from Pula Airport. See more Croatia holidays.

Map & location


Rabac, Pula and Istrian Coast, Croatia

Rabac is one of Istria’s prettiest coastal spots, all white coves, pine forest and turquoise shallows. Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel sits on a seafront promenade with direct access down to a Blue Flag-style pebble beach and sweeping views across Kvarner Bay.

The resort centre is close enough for an evening stroll or a short land train/taxi ride, while the medieval hilltown of Labin is only a few kilometres away for culture, cafés and coloured facades. It’s a fantastic base if you want easy beach days, coastal walks and simple day trips without long drives.

  • Pebble beach 100m
  • bars and restaurants 500m
  • Rabac resort centre 1.2km
  • So much to see nearby rolling green hills, turquoise bays and the atmospheric old town of Labin, around 3km away, plus coastal walks and boat trips along the Istrian shoreline.
  • Approx. transfer time from airport 1 hour (from Pula – PUY)

Facilities

Pool & outdoors


Families are spoilt for choice between splash zones and laid-back swimming areas:

• Splash park & children’s pool – outdoor freshwater pool with slides, buckets, sprinklers and shallow section, heated between late May and late September (dates vary).
• Main family pool – outdoor freshwater pool with children’s section and waterslides, also heated in season.
• Additional outdoor pools – further freshwater options within the Girandella resort complex, some with dedicated kids’ sections.

Sunbeds and parasols line the sun terraces, and complimentary pool towels are provided, so you can travel light.

Just below the hotel you’ll find a pebble beach with crystal-clear water typical of Istria – perfect for snorkeling, paddling and sea swimming. Along the shore, local operators offer canoeing, kayaking, pedalos, motorised water sports and scuba diving for an extra charge.

Spa, sports & wellness


Wellness & Relaxation
• Spa area with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and whirlpool
• Range of massages and beauty treatments (extra charge)
• On-site hairdresser

Fitness & Sport
• Air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment and stretching zone
• Aerobics and aqua aerobics
• Basketball and football
• Table tennis and mini-golf*
• Tennis* and paddle*
• Yoga and pilates sessions

Facilities and schedules may vary by season and occupancy; activities marked * incur a local charge.

Activities


? Daytime activities
• Daily family activities in peak season (arts & crafts, team games, water-based fun)
• Sport tournaments for kids and grown-ups

? Evening entertainment
• Frequent evening entertainment in summer: mini-disco, quizzes, live DJ and live music
• Occasional evening programme in shoulder season

? Sports & fitness
• Aerobics and aqua aerobics
• Basketball and football
• Mini-golf*, table tennis
• Tennis* and paddle*
• Yoga and pilates sessions

? On the water (local charge, external operators)
• Canoes and kayaks
• Pedalos and motorised water sports
• Scuba diving and snorkelling excursions

Activities can vary by season and are often more extensive from late spring through the school summer holidays.

Guest services


?️ Hotel services
• Reception open 20 hours per day
• Concierge-style assistance and local information
• Currency exchange*
• Luggage storage

? Family-friendly extras
• Equipment for hire including bottle warmers, fans, pushchairs and mobility scooters*
• Complimentary pool towels
• Highchairs and kids’ buffet in the main restaurant

? Wellness & convenience
• Spa with sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and whirlpool*
• Massage and beauty treatments*
• On-site hairdresser*

♿ Accessibility
• Mobility scooter hire* and charging* (subject to availability)

Services marked with * are payable locally and may be subject to availability.

Food & drink

All Inclusive at Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel is nicely tailored to families, with flexible buffets, kids’ stations and snacks between meals.

Marblu Buffet Restaurant
Buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with show cooking and a mix of international and local Croatian dishes. There’s a dedicated kids’ buffet, children’s menu, highchairs and handy microwaves for warming baby food.

Black & Blue Steakhouse
An à la carte grill house for a treat-night dinner, with international and local cuts cooked to order (charges and reservations apply).

Bars
• Pool Bar – for daytime drinks, soft drinks and All Inclusive refills near the pools
• Sundance Beach Club – chilled beach bar and eatery right by the shore (charges may apply depending on board)
• Vista Lobby Bar – a relaxed terrace bar open from morning cappuccinos to evening cocktails

Smart casual dress may be requested at dinner and inclusions/opening times can vary by season. Always check the latest All Inclusive details on arrival or at reception. What All Inclusive typically includes.

Rooms
Double Room


Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
A comfortable base for couples or young families, with a double bed or twins plus an extra bed or sofa bed for a child. Modern bathroom with shower and a balcony or terrace for outdoor space.

Double Room with Sea View


Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Similar layout to the standard Double Room but with beautiful sea views across Rabac’s bays. Ideal for families who want a little extra space and a view worth waking up for.

Suite


Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
Spacious open-plan or partially separated layout (varies by configuration) with sleeping and living areas. Great for families who prefer more floor space, with sofa bed options for children and a balcony or terrace.

Suite with Sea View


Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4
All the benefits of a Suite plus a sea-facing balcony or terrace. A brilliant option for longer stays or if you like to sit out after the kids are in bed and soak up the coastal scenery.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Local charges apply for some in-room services such as minibar.

More info

Destination essentials – Rabac, Pula & Istrian Coast
• Country: Croatia
• Region: Istria (Pula and Istrian Coast)
• Resort: Rabac
• Flight time from UK: approx. 2.5 hours to Pula (PUY)
• Local time: UK +1 hour
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Language: Croatian (English widely spoken in tourist areas)

Local feel
Rabac is all about bays, promenades and easy-going Adriatic life. Spend days between Blue Flag-style beaches, coastal walks and boat trips, then head up to nearby Labin for cobbled streets and colourful hilltop views. In June, Rabac Summer Carnival brings costumes, parades and big-name DJs to town.

Good to know
• Seafront setting around 100m from a pebble beach
• About 500m to the nearest bars and restaurants
• Around 1.2km to Rabac resort centre
• Approximate transfer from Pula Airport: 1 hour

Information is based on the latest supplier details and may change seasonally. Facilities, opening times and entertainment programmes can be reduced in low season or due to local operational reasons. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Croatia advice.

Prices & book

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FAQs
Is Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel good for babies and toddlers?
Yes. The hotel is built around family needs, with a dedicated children’s splash park, shallow pools, playrooms and kids’ clubs starting from 1 month old in high season. Restaurants offer highchairs, microwaves for warming baby food and kids’ buffets, and you can hire baby equipment such as bottle warmers and pushchairs (subject to availability, local charge).
How far is Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel from the beach?
The hotel enjoys a seafront setting only about 100m from a pebble beach. It’s an easy stroll along the promenade, and the clear Adriatic here is perfect for paddling, swimming and snorkelling. Beach facilities and water sports are provided by local operators for an extra charge.
What does All Inclusive include at Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel?
All Inclusive usually covers buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Marblu buffet restaurant, with show cooking and kids’ options. Snacks are available at selected times between meals for at least three hours a day. Self-serve soft drinks, local wine and beer are included from the pool bar and Girandella Theatre during opening hours, and a wider choice of local wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks is available at the Bellevue Wine Bar within the complex. Exact inclusions and hours can change, so please check the latest All Inclusive information at check-in.
What children’s facilities and clubs are available?
Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel offers a comprehensive line-up of children’s facilities including a heated splash park with slides and sprinklers, a separate children’s pool, indoor playrooms and age-specific clubs. In season there are clubs for 1 month–3 years, 3–7 years, 7–12 years and 12–16 years, with activities such as arts and crafts, small team games, sports, movie nights, drama, music and games consoles. Opening dates and times vary through the season.
Is there entertainment in the evenings?
Yes. From late spring through the main summer period the hotel runs a family-friendly entertainment programme with mini-discos, family quizzes, live music and DJ sets. In peak summer (typically mid June to end of August) the programme is more frequent, with a scaled-back schedule in shoulder months and low season.
Does the hotel have a spa and gym?
The hotel features an air-conditioned gym with cardio and stretching areas, plus a spa zone including sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and whirlpool. A menu of massages and beauty treatments is also available for an additional charge, along with an on-site hairdresser. Access times and prices are displayed locally.
How long is the transfer from Pula Airport to Rabac?
Transfer time from Pula Airport (PUY) to Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel in Rabac is around 1 hour by road, depending on traffic and the number of stops. Private transfers are usually faster and more direct than shared coaches.
Is Wi-Fi available at Girandella Valamar Collection Family Hotel?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and most public areas, so it’s easy to stay connected, stream or share your holiday moments.
Are there any extra charges I should budget for?
While All Inclusive covers your main meals, selected drinks and snacks, you should budget extra for premium or imported drinks, à la carte dining at Black & Blue Steakhouse, spa treatments, some sports (such as tennis, paddle and mini-golf), water sports, equipment hire and any local tourist taxes. These are payable locally in resort.