Hotels & Accommodation in Rijeka

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Where to stay in Rijeka?

Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Rijeka on Hotels.com. These Rijeka hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 29 September 2026.

1. Grand Hotel Bonavia

Grand Hotel Bonavia
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R2 154
R2 490 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Grand Hotel Bonavia

2. Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa
Rijeka
R2 807
R3 302 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

3. Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Armerun Hotel Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 726
R2 099 total
includes taxes & fees
08 Oct - 09 Oct
Armerun Hotel Rijeka

4. Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia

Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia
Opatija
R2 544
R2 875 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia

5. Boutique Hotel OPERA

Boutique Hotel OPERA
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 924
R2 229 total
includes taxes & fees
04 Oct - 05 Oct
Boutique Hotel OPERA

6. Boutique & Design Hotel Navis

Boutique & Design Hotel Navis
Opatija
R4 662
R5 350 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 01 Oct
Boutique & Design Hotel Navis

7. Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 943
R2 252 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hotel Continental

8. Teatro Suite & Rooms

Teatro Suite & Rooms
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 412
R1 651 total
includes taxes & fees
01 Oct - 02 Oct
Teatro Suite & Rooms

9. Amadria Park Grand Hotel 4 Opatijska Cvijeta

Amadria Park Grand Hotel 4 Opatijska Cvijeta
Opatija
R2 506
R2 888 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Amadria Park Grand Hotel 4 Opatijska Cvijeta

10. Grand Hotel Adriatic I

Grand Hotel Adriatic I
Opatija
R1 899
R2 228 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 01 Oct
Grand Hotel Adriatic I

11. BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija
Opatija
R1 507
R1 759 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

12. Boarding House Lucija

Boarding House Lucija
Kostrena
R943
R1 102 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Boarding House Lucija

13. Hotel Domino

Hotel Domino
Opatija
R1 924
R2 229 total
includes taxes & fees
01 Oct - 02 Oct
Hotel Domino

14. Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia

Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia
Opatija
R1 826
R2 120 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia

15. Hotel Miramar Opatija

Hotel Miramar Opatija
Opatija
R2 348
R2 709 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Miramar Opatija

16. Jadran, Rijeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Jadran, Rijeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Pećine
R2 311
R2 668 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Jadran, Rijeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

17. Apartments Kappa

Apartments Kappa
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 036
R1 319 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 01 Oct
Apartments Kappa

18. Hotel Imperial - Liburnia

Hotel Imperial - Liburnia
Opatija
R2 495
R2 875 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Imperial - Liburnia

19. Amadria Park Hotel Royal

Amadria Park Hotel Royal
Opatija
R2 630
R3 028 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Amadria Park Hotel Royal

20. Preelook Apartments and Rooms

Preelook Apartments and Rooms
Rijeka
R1 480
R1 728 total
includes taxes & fees
03 Oct - 04 Oct
Preelook Apartments and Rooms
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Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Armerun Hotel Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 845
per night
R4 468 total
includes taxes & fees
Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Teatro Suite & Rooms

Teatro Suite & Rooms
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R423 off
R1 904
per night
R4 415 total
includes taxes & fees
Teatro Suite & Rooms

Number 1 Apartments Rijeka

Number 1 Apartments Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R893 off
R1 039
per night
R2 714 total
includes taxes & fees
Number 1 Apartments Rijeka

Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R801 off
R2 271
per night
R5 243 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Continental

Apartments Kappa

Apartments Kappa
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R250 off
R1 123
per night
R2 800 total
includes taxes & fees
Apartments Kappa

Boarding House Lucija

Boarding House Lucija
Kostrena
R389 off
R1 101
per night
R2 564 total
includes taxes & fees
Boarding House Lucija

Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia

Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia
Opatija
R3 752
per night
R8 590 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia

Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences

Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences
Opatija
R2 090 off
R2 488
per night
R5 734 total
includes taxes & fees
Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija
Opatija
R972 off
R2 583
per night
R5 949 total
includes taxes & fees
BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

Grand Hotel Adriatic I

Grand Hotel Adriatic I
Opatija
R535 off
R2 685
per night
R6 179 total
includes taxes & fees
Grand Hotel Adriatic I

Preelook Apartments and Rooms

Preelook Apartments and Rooms
Rijeka
R462 off
R2 080
per night
R4 813 total
includes taxes & fees
Preelook Apartments and Rooms

Hotel Imperial - Liburnia

Hotel Imperial - Liburnia
Opatija
R2 821
per night
R6 487 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Imperial - Liburnia

Apartment Fran Green & Blue

Apartment Fran Green & Blue
Rijeka
R312 off
R1 404
per night
R3 285 total
includes taxes & fees
Apartment Fran Green & Blue

Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental
Opatija
R669 off
R1 944
per night
R4 505 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Continental

Astoria Hotel Opatija****

Astoria Hotel Opatija****
Opatija
R1 928 off
R2 170
per night
R5 016 total
includes taxes & fees
Astoria Hotel Opatija****

Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Armerun Hotel Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 647
per night
R4 020 total
includes taxes & fees
Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Teatro Suite & Rooms

Teatro Suite & Rooms
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R423 off
R1 904
per night
R4 415 total
includes taxes & fees
Teatro Suite & Rooms

Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R749 off
R2 122
per night
R4 909 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Continental

Number 1 Deluxe Apartments

Number 1 Deluxe Apartments
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R778 off
R1 039
per night
R2 713 total
includes taxes & fees
Number 1 Deluxe Apartments

Number 1 Apartments Rijeka

Number 1 Apartments Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 459
per night
R3 663 total
includes taxes & fees
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Number 1 Apartments Rijeka

Apartments Karolina

Apartments Karolina
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R261 off
R1 174
per night
R2 766 total
includes taxes & fees
Apartments Karolina

Premium apartments with balcony

Premium apartments with balcony
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 511
per night
R3 807 total
includes taxes & fees
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Premium apartments with balcony

Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences

Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences
Opatija
R1 791 off
R2 076
per night
R4 804 total
includes taxes & fees
Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences

Boarding House Lucija

Boarding House Lucija
Kostrena
R355 off
R1 006
per night
R2 347 total
includes taxes & fees
Boarding House Lucija

Preelook Apartments and Rooms

Preelook Apartments and Rooms
Rijeka
R330 off
R1 486
per night
R3 470 total
includes taxes & fees
Preelook Apartments and Rooms

Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View

Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View
Cavle
R795 off
R2 252
per night
R4 503 total
includes taxes & fees
Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija
Opatija
R544 off
R2 448
per night
R5 645 total
includes taxes & fees
BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia

Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia
Opatija
R842 off
R3 788
per night
R8 673 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Ambasador - Liburnia

Grand Hotel Adriatic I

Grand Hotel Adriatic I
Opatija
R585 off
R2 659
per night
R6 122 total
includes taxes & fees
Grand Hotel Adriatic I

Boutique Hotel Mali Raj

Boutique Hotel Mali Raj
Opatija
R911 off
R2 051
per night
R4 747 total
includes taxes & fees
Boutique Hotel Mali Raj

Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Armerun Hotel Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 733
per night
R2 108 total
includes taxes & fees
Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R488 off
R1 951
per night
R2 261 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Continental

Deluxe Ploech

Deluxe Ploech
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R206 off
R1 165
per night
R1 652 total
includes taxes & fees
Deluxe Ploech

Lapis Apartments

Lapis Apartments
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R98 off
R883
per night
R1 129 total
includes taxes & fees
Lapis Apartments

Apartments Kappa

Apartments Kappa
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R116 off
R1 040
per night
R1 306 total
includes taxes & fees
Apartments Kappa

Number 1 Apartments Rijeka

Number 1 Apartments Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 263
per night
R1 736 total
includes taxes & fees
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Number 1 Apartments Rijeka

Saint Vitus Apartments with balcony

Saint Vitus Apartments with balcony
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R250 off
R1 417
per night
R1 937 total
includes taxes & fees
Saint Vitus Apartments with balcony

Apartments Karolina

Apartments Karolina
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R113 off
R1 013
per night
R1 200 total
includes taxes & fees
Apartments Karolina

Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia

Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia
Opatija
R1 826
per night
R2 120 total
includes taxes & fees
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Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia

Boarding House Lucija

Boarding House Lucija
Kostrena
R237 off
R946
per night
R1 107 total
includes taxes & fees
Boarding House Lucija

Premium apartments with balcony

Premium apartments with balcony
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 404
per night
R1 922 total
includes taxes & fees
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Premium apartments with balcony

Preelook Apartments and Rooms

Preelook Apartments and Rooms
Rijeka
R165 off
R1 486
per night
R1 735 total
includes taxes & fees
Preelook Apartments and Rooms

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija
Opatija
R216 off
R1 945
per night
R2 254 total
includes taxes & fees
BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View

Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View
Cavle
R355 off
R2 014
per night
R2 014 total
includes taxes & fees
Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View

Boutique Hotel Mali Raj

Boutique Hotel Mali Raj
Opatija
R369 off
R1 682
per night
R1 956 total
includes taxes & fees
Boutique Hotel Mali Raj

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Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Armerun Hotel Rijeka
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 726
R2 099 total
includes taxes & fees
08 Oct - 09 Oct
Armerun Hotel Rijeka

Boutique Hotel OPERA

Boutique Hotel OPERA
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 924
R2 229 total
includes taxes & fees
04 Oct - 05 Oct
Boutique Hotel OPERA

Grand Hotel Bonavia

Grand Hotel Bonavia
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R2 154
R2 490 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Grand Hotel Bonavia

Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 943
R2 252 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hotel Continental

Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View

Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View
Cavle
R1 652
R1 652 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 01 Oct
Terra Magica Deluxe Apartment OR Room with Private Parking, Terrace and Sea View

Botel Marina - Hostel

Botel Marina - Hostel
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 635
R2 029 total
includes taxes & fees
02 Oct - 03 Oct
Botel Marina - Hostel

Jadran, Rijeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Jadran, Rijeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Pećine
R2 311
R2 668 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Jadran, Rijeka, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Rijeka Apartments Terra City Center

Rijeka Apartments Terra City Center
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R2 527
R2 527 total
includes taxes & fees
06 Oct - 07 Oct
Rijeka Apartments Terra City Center

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa
Rijeka
R2 807
R3 302 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection By Hilton

Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection By Hilton
Opatija
R2 245
R2 649 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection By Hilton
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Boutique Hotel OPERA

Boutique Hotel OPERA
Old Town (Stari Grad)
R1 924
R2 229 total
includes taxes & fees
04 Oct - 05 Oct
Boutique Hotel OPERA

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa
Rijeka
R2 807
R3 302 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beach Resort & Spa

Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection By Hilton

Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection By Hilton
Opatija
R2 245
R2 649 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection By Hilton

Hotel Domino

Hotel Domino
Opatija
R1 924
R2 229 total
includes taxes & fees
01 Oct - 02 Oct
Hotel Domino

Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia

Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia
Opatija
R1 826
R2 120 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Bellevue - Liburnia

Grand Hotel Adriatic I

Grand Hotel Adriatic I
Opatija
R1 899
R2 228 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 01 Oct
Grand Hotel Adriatic I

Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences

Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences
Opatija
R2 075
R2 400 total
includes taxes & fees
08 Oct - 09 Oct
Aminess Younique Vollo Hotel Residences

Boutique Hotel Mali Raj

Boutique Hotel Mali Raj
Opatija
R1 655
R1 926 total
includes taxes & fees
01 Oct - 02 Oct
Boutique Hotel Mali Raj

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

BRISTOL Hotel Opatija
Opatija
R1 507
R1 759 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
BRISTOL Hotel Opatija

Hotel Ičići - Liburnia

Hotel Ičići - Liburnia
Opatija
R1 430
R1 672 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Ičići - Liburnia
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Top neighbourhoods in Rijeka

Old Town (Stari Grad)

The Old Town (Stari Grad) neighbourhood offers attractions, such as Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast and Korzo.

Pećine

The Pećine neighbourhood has lots to see, including Tower Center Rijeka and Memorial Library and the Mazuranic-Brlic-Ruzic Collection.

Trsat

Rijeka's Trsat neighbourhood offers attractions, including Trsat Castle.

Top landmarks in Rijeka

A sunset over a body of water with a city skyline in the background.
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Korzo

9.0/10 (29 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Korzo – just one of the monuments in Old Town (Stari Grad).
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A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral and a bridge over a river.

St. Vitus Cathedral

8.6/10 (19 reviews)
Old Town (Stari Grad) is home to St. Vitus Cathedral, so why not stop by during your stay in Rijeka?
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Trsat Castle

9.0/10 (23 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Trsat Castle – just one of the monuments in Trsat.
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Molo Longo Promenade

8.0/10 (11 reviews)
Travellers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Molo Longo Promenade when visiting central Rijeka.
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Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast

8.4/10 (7 reviews)
Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast is just one of the attractions in Old Town (Stari Grad), Rijeka so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Rijeka has to offer, head to Korzo, Molo Longo Promenade, and Rijeka Ferry Port.
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Tower Center Rijeka

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Tower Center Rijeka in Pećine.
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Kantrida Stadium

8.0/10 (5 reviews)
You can catch an event at Kantrida Stadium, located 1.2 mi (2 km) from central Rijeka.
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Croatian National Theatre Ivan Zajc

9.0/10 (4 reviews)
If you're planning a night at the opera in Rijeka, try and grab some tickets at Croatian National Theatre Ivan Zajc in Old Town (Stari Grad). If you want to experience more of the culture Rijeka has to offer, head to Molo Longo Promenade, Korzo, and Rijeka Ferry Port.
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Learn more about Rijeka

Notable for its seaside, Rijeka features attractions such as Korzo and Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Coast. This beachside city has something for everyone including sights like Molo Longo Promenade and Rijeka Ferry Port.

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent church, a marina, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a refundable accommodation option in Rijeka?

If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Rijeka, most hotels offer refundable* rates that you can book. You can see this accommodation by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.

Where can I stay in Rijeka if I want a holiday rental instead of a hotel?

Browse 12 holiday homes on our site. In addition, you can choose from 100 apartments.

What will the weather in Rijeka be like during my visit?

The warmest months in Rijeka are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C. January and February are the chilliest months, when the average temperature is 4°C. The rainiest months are November and December.

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Rijeka: Where Coastal Charm Meets Cultural Treasures

Nestled on the Adriatic coast, Rijeka captivates with its eclectic blend of history and maritime charm. Wander through its historic streets to discover striking monuments, a revered library, and intriguing museums that narrate the city’s vibrant past. The bustling marina and sparkling sea offer a refreshing escape, while the cultural tapestry of Rijeka invites visitors to savour its unique heritage. Whether exploring its urban landscapes or admiring its coastal allure, Rijeka promises an enriching experience steeped in history and modern vibrancy.

Discover great hotels near Rijeka

In Rijeka, Primorje-Gorski Kotar, you'll find a range of hotels from modern luxury to cosy boutique retreats. Expect stylish rooms, elegant dining, and welcoming comfort, making it an ideal base for exploring the vibrant city and its scenic surroundings. Here are some of our travelers' favorite hotels near Rijeka:

  1. Hotel Villa Sandiopens in new window: Experience a refined and stylish stay at this 3.0-star guesthouse, perfect for leisure travelers seeking a distinctive and smooth journey. Boasting an exceptional guest rating, the property offers curated experiences that highlight its architectural design and express check-in service. Indulge in high-end amenities such as a rooftop bar and a luxurious spa, tailored for those who appreciate comfort and unique travel moments. Enjoy the seamless blend of modern chic and thoughtful details that create an ambiance of effortless elegance.
  2. Impetusopens in new window: Enjoy an immersive stay at this 3.0-star guesthouse, ideal for leisure travelers who appreciate a family vacation experience with an upscale twist. Revel in the thoughtfully designed spaces and distinctive features that set the stage for a memorable journey. This property delights with carefully curated amenities that enhance comfort and style, including express check-in and refined architectural elements. Appreciate the vibrant atmosphere and seamless service that elevate every aspect of your stay, ensuring an experience that is both refreshing and indulgent.

Where to stay near Rijeka

Some of the best areas to stay in Rijeka, Primorje-Gorski Kotar are Jadranovo, Opatija, and Platak. Jadranovo offers a serene coastal experience, while Opatija is known for its vibrant cafes, beautiful beaches, and cultural monuments. Platak provides thrilling skiing adventures. For first-time visitors, Opatija is best suited, as it combines relaxation and exploration.

  1. Jadranovoopens in new window: This seaside spot is perfect for travellers seeking a tranquil escape. With a focus on the serene sea and relaxed coastal vibes, Jadranovo offers a charming setting for leisurely walks and quality time by the water, making it an ideal retreat for those who appreciate a laid-back lifestyle.
  2. Opatijaopens in new window: A favourite among visitors, Opatija combines coastal beauty with cultural flair. It’s known for its cafes, natural parks and classic monuments, including must-see places like Park Angiolina, Croatian Walk of Fame and Maiden with the Seagull Statue. The harbour area provides a delightful marina experience, while the seaside ambience, gentle walking trails and musical cultural attractions add to the town’s distinctive charm.
  3. Platakopens in new window: Nestled in a mountainous locale, Platak is ideal for those who enjoy a crisp mountain retreat. With attractions centred around ski activities and a dash of adventure, it’s perfect for a winter escape or a cosy stay in nature. Its focus on outdoor pursuits and scenic beauty make it a unique choice compared to more coastal destinations.

Things to do in and around Rijeka

Rijeka is a lively coastal gem that enchants visitors with its stunning sea views and lush surroundings. Enjoy leisurely swims in crystalline waters, explore picturesque beaches, or take a scenic hike through neighbouring hills. With vibrant theatres and diverse museums, there’s always something exciting to experience in this charming city.

  • Croatian Walk of Fameopens in new window – This historic site offers a unique stroll through an area celebrated for its rich heritage, where you can take in notable monuments and visit nearby libraries and museums. The seaside ambience and marina views add a refreshing appeal to your journey.
  • Risnjak National Parkopens in new window – Set amidst lush landscapes, this national state park provides scenic walks and opportunities to explore natural monuments, local libraries, and museums. The presence of the sea and marina nearby creates a pleasant mix of nature and history.
  • Krk Town Squareopens in new window – As a classic piazza square, this location invites you to wander through its historical monuments and cultural landmarks, including quaint libraries and museums. Its proximity to the sea and marina makes it an interesting stop for those looking to blend urban exploration with coastal charm.
  • Novi Vinodolski Beachopens in new window – This beach promises a relaxed setting where you can enjoy the sea and marina views while exploring nearby monuments, libraries, and museums. A visit here provides a delightful balance of sun, sand, and cultural intrigue.

4 tips for savvy savings when booking a hotel in Rijeka

  1. Book for the cheapest times: The most budget-friendly time to visit Rijeka is during January, February, and November, when hotel prices are typically lower. For an enriching experience that allows you to fully appreciate the city's key landmarks, cultural sites, and historical attractions, a stay of at least 3 to 4 days is recommended. During this time, you can explore various monuments, museums, and the local opera, alongside enjoying the scenic beauty of the marina and beach. This makes Rijeka an affordable choice for those seeking great value for money while immersing themselves in its rich heritage.
  2. Look for last-minute deals on Hotels.com: Explore Dealsopens in new window and Last-Minute Deals on Hotels.com to find potential savings on hotels in Rijeka, especially as your travel date approaches. You may discover attractive discounts and could find rooms available at lower rates. By enabling email alerts or push notifications, you're more likely to see flash sales and special promotions. Additionally, use the Smart Shopping tool via the app to compare hotel prices and amenities, ensuring you remain updated on availability and any price drops for your preferred hotels.
  3. Be flexible with dates: Prices may vary depending on factors such as the hotel's location, star rating, and time of year, so having some flexibility with your dates could help you save on your stay in a Rijeka hotel. For those seeking distinctive experiences, boutique hotels may offer a more personalised service and occasionally better value. When you book with Hotels.com, we will inform you if the price for your chosen dates is above or below the average, and if it is on the higher side, we might suggest more affordable dates to help you potentially find a better deal.
  4. Consider your location: Hotels near the city centre usually tend to be more expensive; however, thanks to Rijeka's excellent public transport links, you may well find a more affordable independent hotel further afield that remains well connected. For those wishing to explore alternative, less crowded neighbourhoods or even lesser-known nearby towns, there is frequently excellent value for money. Opting for these alternative destinations could offer a more authentic, budget-friendly experience.

Best time to go to Rijeka

Rijeka experiences its lowest average temperature in January, at 36.5°F (2.5°C), while July is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 72.0°F (22.2°C). November tends to be the wettest month. The peak travel months to visit Rijeka are June to August, which see a higher number of tourists. During this peak period, the weather is sunny to mostly sunny, accompanied by light rainfall. In contrast, October to December are ideal if you're looking for a calmer vacation, marked by light to moderate rainfall and mostly sunny to mostly cloudy conditions.

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