Opatija

Opatija is tourist destination with the longest tradition on the Adriatic coast. Opatija is situated on the Kvarner bay coast, geographically on the east coast of the Istrian peninsula. With a long tourist tradition, it welcomes guests from all over the world. Opatija is first mentioned in the 15th century, and the name comes from the old abbey, San Giacomo della Priluca. The city tourist history begins in 1844 when Villa "Angiolina was built and it welcomed mostly Austrian and Croatian aristocracy. The first hotel named “Kvarner” was built in late 19th century and it was the first hotel on the east coast of the Adriatic. Opatija, as the center of the Opatija riviera, is again the elite destination on the Mediterranean. You can find many luxury hotels like hotel Admiral, hotel Palace Bellevue or Grand Hotel Adriatic as well as other hotels. Today Opatija is the destination of choice for congresses and convention tourism, as well as wellness programs. This, along with its moderate climate, makes Opatija an attractive destination all year long.