Tennis holiday in Croatia at the Girandella Valamar Collection Resort tennis hotel in Rabac, Istria, right by the sea

Tennis holiday for everyone at the Girandella Valamar Collection Resort Rabac in Croatia

It's rare to find a hotel where families AND those seeking peace and quiet feel equally at home. The Girandella Valamar Collection Resort tennis hotel in Rabac on the east coast of Istria has perfectly achieved this balance, making it an ideal holiday option for everyone seeking a tennis vacation. Add to that excellent service, diverse leisure and relaxation options, and delicious food. This is a place where every tennis lover's heart beats faster!

 Hotel description

Opened in 2017, the Girandella Valamar Collection Resort is located on the east coast of Istria in the charming town of Rabac and comprises four distinct areas, each with its own unique focus and theme. Families will feel right at home in the Girandella Family area . This 4-star resort is fully geared towards their needs, featuring spacious family rooms and suites (for up to five people), various pools, and entertainment options specifically designed for families. The Girandella Maro Suites are also ideal for families, nestled in a pine forest with several small pebble beaches. This 5-star resort offers even more space, luxury, and amenities. For example, guests of the Maro Suites have access to Aqua Maro World, a family-friendly indoor/outdoor pool complex.

Girandella Adults Only is exclusively for adults . The exclusive and stylishly furnished rooms and suites, accommodating a maximum of three people, offer either breathtaking sea views or overlook the beautifully landscaped garden. For an even more luxurious experience, check into the Girandella V Levels Villas : these terraced villas feature modern luxury rooms and suites for up to four people and boast stunning sea or garden views. As a V-Levels guest, you'll have exclusive access to various private pools, reserved sun loungers, and several restaurants.

 Tennis

The Rabac Tennis Center is located directly behind the tennis hotel and offers a total of 14 clay courts . Impeccably maintained and beautifully terraced, you can play here not far from the sea and surrounded by a pine forest. Tennis lessons are offered throughout the season, from spring to autumn. Whether you're looking for individual lessons, weekend or week-long camps for preseason preparation or to extend your season, every TennisTraveller the perfect training program here. In summer, guests of the tennis travel specialist Zischka can play on the courts free of charge.

The tennis center has a tennis bistro where you can get drinks and snacks. And of course, there's also a Zischka tennis shop with tennis equipment, a stringing service, and much more.

 Other sports activities

The hotel houses the Rabac Bike Center , which, in addition to a wide selection of different bikes with and without motors, also has its own bike park. Guided tours for all levels are, of course, available. Furthermore, you can participate in a variety of daily activity programs : from aqua aerobics, running, Nordic walking, Zumba, Hot Iron, and yoga to beach volleyball, basketball, or soccer – there's much more on offer, so you can get active even away from the tennis court.

Of course, there's plenty of water sports on offer: snorkeling, water skiing, diving, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, jet skiing, and many other adrenaline-pumping activities. You definitely won't get bored. The resort also boasts a fitness room with cardio and strength training equipment, including a free weights area, so you can work out specifically for your muscles. And all this in a 110 m² ^space , open 24/7.

 Wellness

The resort boasts several beaches and pools . We appreciate that these, as well as the different hotel areas, are somewhat separated according to their focus. There's a family beach and a relaxation beach, some with sand and some with pebbles. The same applies to the various pools, which are designed either for families, specifically for kids, or specifically for adults. The adults-only infinity pool with its sea view is particularly stunning.

The spa area is free of charge for all guests except family members and offers a Finnish sauna, an infrared sauna, and a beautifully situated jacuzzi with loungers where you can enjoy the view of the sea and the surrounding landscape. Massages, facials, and body treatments of all kinds can be booked for an additional fee.

 Catering

The resort offers a great deal of flexibility in its dining options. For example, you can book a bed and breakfast only in the adults-only area and take advantage of the dine-around concept. Or you can opt for all-inclusive, ensuring you're well catered for throughout the day. The various restaurants are also geared towards specific guest groups. Most are buffet restaurants offering local and international specialties. However, there's also an Italian restaurant, a steakhouse, and a craft beer and grill restaurant to choose from. So everyone can find the perfect dining experience for their holiday.

Various bars by the pool, on the beach, or within the hotel grounds invite you to enjoy a cocktail, coffee, or a refreshing drink throughout the day or evening. There are also two beach clubs that regularly host DJ sets and concerts, providing the perfect way to end a day of tennis.

 Vicinity

You can walk along the beautiful little beach promenade to the town of Rabac . For a trip to the beautiful Istrian city of Pula (just under 50 km away), you will definitely need a rental car.

The Girandella Valamar Collection Resort tennis hotel was tested and recommended by Markus:
"It's fantastic when a resort cleverly separates the areas for adults and families. This was ideal for our tennis group, as we had families as well as adults seeking more peace and quiet. The tennis courts are just a stone's throw from the hotel, in excellent condition, and beautifully situated. The training is superbly organized. We'll definitely come back as a group, and certainly as a family as well. Simply a great spot for a tennis holiday by the sea, offering excellent value for money."