Tennis holiday at Hotel Eden in Rovinj on the west coast of Istria - a tennis holiday in the Croatian tennis mecca

Tennis holiday in the fairytale town of Rovinj 

On the west coast of Istria, 100 kilometers south of Trieste, lies Rovinj, an internationally renowned tennis destination . This Croatian port city boasts a beautiful old town and the imposing Church of St. Euphemia, perched atop a hill, with its unmistakably tall bell tower. Opposite the old town, across the Lone Bay, stands the Hotel Eden , a tennis hotel steeped in a long tennis tradition. The Eden Tennis Centre, located directly at the hotel, offers a total of 12 tennis courts, promising a wonderful tennis holiday in Croatia!

 Hotel description

Located directly adjacent to the protected Zlatni rt forest park, also known as Golden Cape, and near Mulini Beach, is the traditional Hotel Eden . The old town of Rovinj is just 1.5 kilometers away, a pleasant walk along the seafront. This four-star hotel is surrounded by beautiful greenery . The five-story hotel welcomes you with a large and bright lobby, from which you can easily reach your room. A total of 325 elegant, spacious, and modernized rooms and suites are available. All offer a lovely view of the verdant park. You can choose from standard and superior double rooms (with an extra bed upon request), family rooms with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, or junior or deluxe suites with a balcony or spacious terrace. All rooms have a balcony, are bright, modern, and elegantly furnished, and leave nothing to be desired. The overall ambiance throughout the hotel is fresh, airy, and stylish. The hotel offers a variety of activities for families, especially between May and October. A daily entertainment program with various workshops and sports activities will delight kids and teens. In the evenings, there is often live music special evening programs for children . A perfect end to a day of tennis for young and old alike.  

 Tennis

Right next to the hotel is the renowned Eden Tennis Centre, famous far beyond the region, with eight impeccably maintained clay courts and four indoor artificial turf courts . Here, and at the many other tennis facilities in Rovinj and the neighboring town of Vrsar, numerous tennis greats such as Boris Becker, Thomas Muster, and Goran Ivanisevic competed in international junior tournaments during their youth. Tennis lessons are offered for all ages and skill levels. Training is available as private lessons or group sessions. Court reservations can be made directly at the hotel reception. A clubhouse is also available, where you can rent rackets and balls or have your rackets restrung. This is the heart of the (international) tennis scene.

 Other sports

The hotel's location in the heart of Zlatni rt forest park is ideal for a jog or walk . Alternatively, you can rent a bicycle or e-bike from the hotel and explore the beautiful surroundings, such as the old town of Rovinj. An air-conditioned fitness room with cardio and rowing machines, as well as various functional training equipment, is available, along with an outdoor terrace adjoining the gym, perfect for yoga and stretching exercises. Fitness classes like Zumba, yoga, HIIT, and more are also offered to hotel guests. Naturally, all kinds of water activities are available, including pedal boat and kayak rentals , so water lovers will be in their element. Especially for children, there's a swimming school and a football school during the summer months, where little ones can have a blast.

 Wellness

The hotel is located in Lone Bay near Rovinj, and Mulini Beach is just 50 meters away. On the pebble beach, you'll find free sun loungers and parasols, as well as crystal-clear water – simply perfect for relaxation. Right next to the hotel, surrounded by pine trees and lush vegetation, is the large, seawater-filled outdoor pool with various whirlpool and hydromassage features and a 25-meter swimming lane. For cooler days, the indoor pool , also filled with seawater, offers a relaxing soak. For pure relaxation, head to the "Garden of Eden," the 1,100 m² ^wellness and spa area . Various saunas, a salt therapy room, and a hydrotherapy pool with massage jets and freshwater will revive your tired tennis muscles. And if that's not enough, you can book a massage or wellness treatment from the spa menu and indulge in local cosmetic products.

 Catering

At Hotel Eden, you'll find several restaurants and bars. In the main restaurant, Burin, you can start your day with a diverse buffet offering everything an athlete could wish for. In the evenings, the restaurant Istrian cuisine buffet-style with live cooking stations. You can choose to dine in the stylish and bright interior or on the outdoor terrace. For afternoon or evening meals, the Oleander restaurant next to the outdoor pool is a great option. You can also treat yourself to light snacks and refreshing drinks at the pool bar throughout the day. If you prefer the beach, head to the Tamaris beach bar . And around dinnertime, you can enjoy an aperitif at the aperitif bar or unwind after a day of tennis.

 Vicinity

Don't miss the chance to take long walks through the old towns of Rovinj and neighboring Vrsar . Narrow streets, small shops, restaurants, and bars invite you to stroll and linger. There's plenty to discover on the Istrian peninsula: from historic cities to the bustling Pula Lim Fjord near Rovinj is highly recommended. The friendly reception team has even more excursion tips for you – tailored to your preferences and ideas.

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