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Residence Garden Istra Plava Laguna

Situated near a waterpark and the beach, so you can spend the days with your kids and have most fun on your holiday you've ever had. Tennis courts and loads of activities to try nearby!

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Residence Garden Istra - Description

A modern 4 star family retreat in Umag, Croatia

Residence Garden Istra offers contemporary 4-star rooms created for families seeking comfort, space and a relaxed holiday atmosphere. Located right beside the fully renovated Hotel Garden Istra, it provides a peaceful stay with full access to all newly upgraded facilities and family-friendly activities of the main hotel building. Guests can enjoy revitalized restaurants, a lively work & play lobby, colorful playgrounds, trampolines, multipurpose sports courts, indoor and outdoor pools and an interactive waterpark for endless family fun. Age-specific kids’ clubs encourage creativity and socializing, while dedicated rest and nap areas allow parents to unwind.

The hotel’s animation team organizes games, creative workshops, sports challenges and evening entertainment for children and adults alike. Active families can explore scenic Istrian cycling trails, local taverns or guided tours, while the beach just 300 meters away along a fragrant pine path is perfect for sunny family moments. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy tennis courts, a fully equipped gym, daily sports programs with professional coaches, and a wellness center with saunas and Jacuzzis.

Together, Residence Garden Istra and the fully renovated Hotel Garden Istra offer the perfect setting for children’s laughter, parental relaxation and unforgettable family memories — an ideal base for a family holiday in Umag.

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Facilities

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Rooms

Residence Garden Istra Plava Laguna has 198 rooms on 4 floors with an elevator. All rooms are air-conditioned and come with a bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, a free W-Fi connection, a satellite TV, a direct dial telephone and a safe.

Find more information about the rooms here.

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Included in your stay

  • Free WiFi– stay connected throughout your holiday

  • Family Fun Program – activities designed for all ages

  • Daily Entertainment – shows and games for adults and kids

  • Complimentary Sun Loungers & Parasols (limited availability)

  • Pool Towels Provided for your convenience

  • Weekly Gala Dinner & Welcome Drink – a taste of Istrian hospitality

  • Dinner Drinks – juice, water, wine, and draught beer included

  • Secure Bike Storage for cycling enthusiasts

Hotel services

  • Diverse Dining Options – authentic Istrian flavors

  • Refreshing Pools & Aquapark for endless water fun

  • Pepi Card – convenient payment card designed for kids

  • Modern Conference & Banquet Halls for events

  • Family Play Zones – playgrounds, trampoline park, sensory room, and more

  • Wellness & Spa – rejuvenate with massages and sauna (extra charge)

  • Souvenir & Local Products Shop – take a piece of Istria home

  • Bike-Friendly Services for active guests

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Restaurants & bars

Mediterranean Buffet Restaurant - savor fresh, local ingredients every day

  • Breakfast: 07-10 h

  • Dinner: 18:30-21 h

Weekly Highlights

  • Themed Gala Dinner & Welcome Drink

  • Complimentary Dinner drinks (juice, water, red and white wine, draught beer) included

Banquet hall - buffet restaurant

Istrian Restaurant - authentic flavors in a charming outdoor setting combining buffet options with à la carte dishes

Lobby bar - unwind with cocktails or coffee

Pool snack bar - offers light snacks and refreshing drinks.

Pepi Card allows children to make independent payments at all F&B points.

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Pools

Outdoor Pool Complex - cascading freshwater pools with waterfalls and fun water features (950 m², depth up to 1.35 m)

Children’s Pool - safe, shallow water playground (200 m², depth up to 0.40 m)

Aquapark Splash Zone - interactive sprays, tipping buckets, and family slides (1,410 m², depth up to 0.20 m)

Indoor pool - tranquil retreat for relaxation (125 m², depth up to 1.35 m)

Extras:

  • Free loungers & parasols (limited)

  • Pool towels with deposit

  • Poolside snack bar for quick refreshments

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Beaches

Beach Bliss Just 300 m Away – crystal-clear waters and sun-kissed shores

  • Rocky, concrete and sandy areas

  • Sun loungers and parasols – free of charge (limited availability)

  • Showers available

  • Restaurants and bars nearby

Explore Umag’s stunning beaches.

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Activities & Experiences

Available: 17.07. - 14.11.2026.

We take fun seriously! Our Activities & Experience Team will make sure you have the time of your lives, full of new unforgettable experiences to talk about when you return home.

Fitness program - Join our group fitness sessions including Pilates, Yoga, Pool Bike, Aqua Fit, Body Workout and Spinning

Evening entertainment - every evening brings a new experience:

  • Live music and animation shows

  • Professional entertainment programs

  • Cinema under the stars (from July 17th to August 31st)

  • Kids’ Evening Program: mini disco, themed nights & specially created children’s shows

Astronomy workshop & observatory - once a week, from July 17th to September 4th, take part in stargazing nights and explore the wonders of the universe.

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Family&Active

Discover our offer designed for play, learning and family joy:

Pepi Clubs – Creative workshops, themed games and fun activities (8 months–12 years)

Games Room – PlayStation, table football, air hockey & board games (8+)

Swimming School – 5-day beginner program with qualified instructors (July 17–Sept 15)

Soft Play Room – Colorful soft-play area (0–12, with parents)

Trampoline Park – A favorite jumping zone for all ages

Sensory Room – Light, sound & texture experiences for creative exploration

Playgrounds & Aquapark – Modern outdoor play areas with slides and splash zones

Enjoy family time and exciting activities – check out our Family & Active offer!

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Wellness

Recharge at The Body Holiday Wellness Center

(some services available at extra charge)

  • Sauna park & whirlpool for deep relaxation

  • Sports-medical massages for active recovery

  • Half-Olympic pool & fitness studio (complimentary for hotel guests)

  • Tranquil relaxation room

Discover wellness center at the hotel Garden Istra Plava Laguna.

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Meetings

Host Your Event in Style

  • 2 fully equipped meeting rooms (up to 80 people)

  • Spacious banquet hall for up to 300 guests

  • High-speed WiFi and modern AV technology

Find out more about conference halls in hotel Garden Istra.

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Sport

Stay Active Indoors & Outdoors

  • Fitness studio, entertainment sports program with pilates, yoga, pool bike, aqua fit, body workout, spinning - complimentary for hotel guests

  • Bike-friendly hotel with specialized services

  • Umag Tennis Academy: 26 tennis courts, of which 25 clay and 1 hard court (4 covered clay courts), tennis school (additional charge)

  • Multifunctional courts (football, handball, volleyball, basketball), water sports (diving, sailing, windsurfing, parasailing, banana boat rides, pedal boat, beach canoe, sailboat, canoe, motorboat and rowing boat hire), beach volleyball, diving center, table tennis, Golf Range & Adventure Mini golf (nearby) - additional charge

Istria Experience
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Istria Experience

Explore Istria like a local

Visit your nearest Istria Experience info point and discover authentic travel programmes, destinations and attractions not to be missed when visiting Istria.

Check out the most popular experiences in the Istria Experience offer:

  • Tour of ancient Istria (Pula, Rovinj)

  • Istrian hilltop villages (Grožnjan, Oprtalj, Motovun)

  • Cape Kamenjak caves kayak tour + snorkeling

  • Plitvice Lakes National Park

  • Boat trip to Venice

  • Aquapark Istralandia or Aquacolors

  • And much more...

Find more information here.

Awards & Certificates

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Holiday Check 2025

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The blue flag certificate

is an indication of the extraordinary quality of water and beach facilities

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The WTTC Safe travel label for companies worldwide that have adopted global health and hygiene standards.

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National label for implementing COVID-19 prevention and protection protocols and measures.

General information

Working hours

Residence Garden Istra

17.07. - 15.11.2026.

Reception:

0-24h

Check in:

from 14h

Check out:

until 10h

Additional info

  • Parking at additional charge.

  • Pets are not allowed.

  • Cash payment is only possible at the reception.

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Address

Katoro 19, 52470 Umag, Istria, Croatia

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