Set on Croatia’s idyllic Istrian peninsula, this 19th-century estate is where unspoilt nature meets unparalleled luxury. Surrounded sprawling vineyards and olive groves, it’s the perfect place for a scenic gourmet getaway.
Why you'll love it here
- Stay in luxurious accommodation, from Vintage Suites to modern residences with private pools
- Enjoy gourmet experiences, such as truffle hunting, olive oil sampling and wine-tasting sessions
- Unwind amid the natural beauty of the Istrian peninsula, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves
- Invest in wellness with complimentary yoga and innovative treatments at the Meneghetti Spa Centre
- Take the complimentary shuttle down to the hotel’s private beach with bookable canopy beds
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This luxury retreat is all built around a white stone mansion, set in the pristine countryside on the west coast of Croatia. Encased by rows of fertile vineyards and bountiful olive groves, this Relais & Chateaux property prides itself on offering exceptional gourmet experiences, a range of beautiful accommodations and even a private stretch of beach on the peninsula.
Choose between Vintage Suites with antique furnishings, modern villas with private pools and spacious residences offering all the comforts of home. Secluded and sophisticated, each of these styles of accommodation offer something different, whether you’re looking for a romantic couple’s retreat or a carefree villa holiday with the family.
One of the most spectacular features of this hotel is the gourmet experiences it offers. Sourcing as much produce as possible from within a 50km radius, you can feast on Istrian cuisine at Meneghetti Restaurant and enjoy alfresco lunches by the pool at Oliveto Restaurant & Lounge bar. Plus, enjoy interactive gourmet experiences, such a wine-tasting in the modern tasting room, olive oil sampling sessions and truffle-hunting expeditions.
In between breakfast and dinner, spend your time here swimming in the two outdoor pools, unwinding with treatments at the Meneghetti Spa Centre or exploring the local area on an e-biking adventure. In the summer months, be sure to take the complimentary shuttle down to the hotel’s private stretch of beach for sunbathing and signature cocktails at the beach club.
Room Options
Superior Room
Perfect for couples, the superior room offers one king bed, an ensuite-bathroom with walk-in shower, a well-stocked mini bar and beautiful vineyard views.Vintage Room
Choose between a single-storey room with twin beds or a double-storey room with a king bed. Vintage Rooms can sleep up to three guests, with the option to add an extra bed. Highlights of these rooms include a sitting area, an ensuite bathroom, as well as views of the vineyards, olive grove and swimming pool.Executive Suite
These newly-built suites offer a generous 700 sq ft of living space, complete with one king bed, a sitting area, an ensuite bathroom and a well-stocked mini bar. Enjoy relaxing evenings on your balcony with views of the vineyards, olive groves and swimming pool. Executive Suite can sleep up to three guests, with the option to add an extra bed.Vintage Suite
Offering 700 sq ft of living space, the Vintage Suite features a built-in fireplace, antique furniture, timber beams and hardwood floors. Located in the main house, these suites can sleep up to three guests, with the option to add an extra bed. Other highlights include one king bed, a sitting area, an ensuite bathroom with hydromassage shower, a well-stocked mini bar and a balcony offering views of the olive trees.One Bedroom Residence with Terrace and Garden
Set across two levels, these charming residences are decorating in soft pastel tones and offer 808 sq ft of living space. Highlights include one king bed, an open dining and living room, an ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, a well-stocked wine bar, as well as a private terrace with lounge area and garden. One Bedroom Residences can sleep families of two adults and two children, or three adult guests.One Bedroom Residence with Private Pool
Set across two levels, these charming residences are decorating in soft pastel tones and offer 808 sq ft of living space. Highlights include a private swimming pool overlooking the vineyards, one king bed, an open dining and living room, an ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, a well-stocked wine bar, as well as a private terrace with lounge area and garden. One Bedroom Residences can sleep families of two adults and two children, or three adult guests.One Bedroom Villa with Balcony and Private Pool
Comfortably sleeping up to four guests, these villas feature a panoramic balcony on the first floor and a private swimming pool in the garden. Other highlights include 808 sq ft of living space, a king size bed and a sofa bed in the living room, a private terrace with lounge area, a well-stocked mini bar and a bathroom with walk-in shower.One Bedroom Villa with Private Pool
Comfortably sleeping up to four guests, these villas feature a private garden with swimming pool overlooking the olive groves. Other highlights include a king bed, a sofa bed, an open kitchenette and living area, a bathroom with walk-in shower, as well as a private terrace with lounge and garden area. Set across two levels, these villas offer a generous living space of 1,076 sq ft.Two Bedroom Residence with Terrace and Garden
Offering 1,614 sq ft of living space, these modern residences feature two bedrooms, as well as a private terrace and garden area overlooking the olive groves. Other highlights include one king bed in each room, a kitchenette, an open dining and living room, two ensuite bathrooms with walk-in shower and/or bathtub, a well-stocked wine bar and complimentary WiFi. Two Bedroom Residences can comfortably sleep up to six guests (four adults and two children).Two Bedroom Residence with Private Pool
Offering 1,614 sq ft of living space, these modern residences feature two bedrooms, as well as a private swimming pool in the garden overlooking the vineyards. Other highlights include one king bed in each room, a kitchenette, an open dining and living room, two ensuite bathrooms with walk-in shower and/or bathtub, a well-stocked wine bar and complimentary WiFi. Two Bedroom Residences can comfortably sleep up to six guests (four adults and two children).Three Bedroom Villa with Private Pool
Comfortably sleeping up to 12 guests (six adults and six children, or nine adults), the Three Bedroom Villa with Private Pool features a private swimming pool overlooking the vineyards, a king bed in each room, a kitchenette, two open dining and living rooms, three ensuite bathrooms with walk-in shower and/or bathtub, as well as a private terrace with lounge and garden area. Set across two levels, these villas offer a generous living space of 2,422 sq ft.Facilities/Amenities
The property combines all the charm of a 19th-century farmhouse with state-of-the-art facilities.
Take a dip in one of two outdoor swimming pools amid the lush surroundings of the estate, or visit the Meneghetti Spa Centre, complete with an indoor swimming pool and authentic Finnish sauna.
The hotel encourages guests to indulge in the region’s spectacular produce with its ultra-modern tasting room and its Michelin-recommended Meneghetti Restaurant.
And with the beach just a short drive away, take advantage of the complimentary shuttle transfer (service provided during high season) to Boho beach club by Meneghetti, where you’ll find the hotel’s private stretch of beach, canopy beds and a bar.
For those that like to stay active on holiday, there’s also a bike and e-bike rental service to help you get out and explore Croatia’s picturesque countryside.
Restaurants & Bars
Meneghetti Restaurant
Offering a modern take on traditional Istrian cuisine, this Michelin-recommended restaurant uses locally-sourced ingredients to create mouthwatering dishes. Open for breakfast and dinner, be sure to make a reservation to sample its innovative a la carte menu or get the full Meneghetti experience with the venue’s exceptional tasting menu.
Oliveto Restaurant & Lounge bar
Enjoy a leisurely lunch by the pool or a crisp glass of wine overlooking the estate’s verdant vineyards at Oliveto Restaurant & Lounge Bar. Serving ‘smoke kissed’ meats and homemade pasta dishes, take in the sights and smells of Istria at this alfresco dining venue, open every day from 12pm - 5pm.
Boho beach club by Meneghetti
Sip on signature cocktails and enjoy light bites on the hotel’s private beach area at Boho beach club by Meneghetti. Open every day in the summer months from 11am - 6pm, book a canopy bed for a premium experience.
Lobby Bar
A cosy-yet-sophisticated spot, The Lobby Bar offers a menu of small bites and wide selection of premium drinks. Open every day from 7am - 11pm, it’s the perfect place to relax after your evening meal.
Activities & Entertainment
A big part of life at Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery is about sampling the local produce. Take your taste buds on a journey with a guided tour of the olive groves, enjoy group or individual wine-tasting sessions in the tasting room or embark on a truffle hunting experience in the Istrian forest.
Invest in your wellness with complimentary morning and evening yoga sessions, practiced against the calming backdrop of the estate’s sprawling vineyards. Then, head to the Meneghetti Spa Centre to enjoy a variety of treatments inspired by healing Mediterranean herbs and botanicals.
With plenty of time to explore, delve into the region’s rich history with many impressive sites and medieval settlements close by. Enjoy a day trip to Pula to discover the well-preserved Roman amphitheatre there or head further inland to stroll around the hilltop towns of Motovun and Grožnjan.
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