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4- and 5-star hotels in Motovun
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star stays in and around Motovun, the medieval hilltop town in Istria. It covers country villas with private pools and one design hotel in the old town, for couples, families and small groups exploring truffle country and the wine routes.
Staying in Motovun
Motovun is a medieval hilltop town in Istria, known for its well-preserved walls, its compact old centre and the Motovun Film Festival. The surroundings are truffle country: the area is famous for black truffles, and local restaurants and shops sell truffle products. The Mirna River flows nearby, and the landscape is a mix of forests and farmland, with several wineries on the Istrian wine routes.
The hotels on this shortlist sit in different spots. Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel is 0.3 km from the centre, so it is the one to pick if you want to be in town and on foot. Jd Villas is 0.6 km out. The rest are further: Villa San Bartolo 2.5 km, Villa Braide 3.0 km, Villa Casa Jovanin 3.7 km, Villa Banic and Villa Rose Mocitada both 4.3 km, and Villa Tina 6.0 km. That makes the group good for couples wanting a quiet base, families who need space and a pool, and small groups of friends on a short break by car.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Villa San Bartolo
Beleticev Brijeg 20, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereA 5-star villa with its own outdoor pool and fireplace, Villa San Bartolo suits families or groups who want space to spread out and cook for themselves, with a kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine on hand. Pets are welcome and parking is free, so arriving by car is straightforward. It sits 2.5 km from the centre of Motovun.
See Villa San BartoloVilla Tina
Gradinje 1, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pool bar
Why stay hereVilla Tina is a 5-star house with an outdoor pool and a pool bar, plus table tennis for lazier afternoons. A kitchen, dishwasher and fireplace make it comfortable for longer stays, and pets are allowed with free parking on site. Choose it if you want a poolside base away from the bustle, 6.0 km from Motovun's centre.
See Villa TinaVilla Banic
Bartolici 24, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWellness is the draw at Villa Banic: a sauna and jacuzzi sit alongside the outdoor pool at this 5-star villa. Table tennis, a garden and a kitchen with dishwasher round it out, and pets are welcome with free parking. It suits groups who want to alternate swimming and sauna sessions, 4.3 km from the centre of Motovun.
See Villa BanicVilla Rose Mocitada
Mocitada 57, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pool bar
Why stay hereVilla Rose Mocitada pairs an outdoor pool with a pool bar and a garden, in a 5-star house 4.3 km from Motovun's centre. The kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine make self-catering easy for families or friends, and free parking means you can come and go by car. A calm choice for a pool-centred holiday in the Motovun countryside.
See Villa Rose MocitadaVilla Casa Jovanin
Bazjaki 40, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereVilla Casa Jovanin is a 5-star villa with an outdoor pool and a garden, 3.7 km from the centre of Motovun. A kitchen with dishwasher and a washing machine suit longer self-catering stays, and pets are allowed. Free parking is included, which helps if you plan to explore the surrounding area by car rather than on foot.
See Villa Casa JovaninVilla Braide
Karojba 57, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pool bar
Why stay hereAt Villa Braide the outdoor pool comes with a pool bar, and there is darts and a garden for time away from the water. This 5-star villa has a kitchen with dishwasher, a fireplace and a washing machine, and pets are allowed with free parking on site. It works well for groups who want entertainment on the property, 3.0 km from Motovun's centre.
See Villa BraideRoxanich Winery And Design Hotel
Kanal 30, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereThe only hotel here with a guest rating, 4.5 out of 5 from 728 reviews, Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel is a 4-star base 0.3 km from the centre of Motovun. A restaurant, bar and massage service are on site, and the outdoor pool adds to the appeal. Couples and wine-minded travellers who want to walk into town will find it the handiest of the group.
See Roxanich Winery And Design HotelJd Villas
Sveti Bartol 40, Motovun, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereJd Villas keeps things simple: a 4-star property with an outdoor pool, a lounge and free wifi, 0.6 km from the centre of Motovun. Free parking is available, so you can leave the car and walk in. It suits travellers who want a pool and a central-enough location without a long list of extras.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villa San Bartolo | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.5 km |
| Villa Tina | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.0 km |
| Villa Banic | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 4.3 km |
| Villa Rose Mocitada | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 4.3 km |
| Villa Casa Jovanin | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Villa Braide | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.0 km |
| Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.3 km |
| Jd Villas | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Closest to the centre
Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel is 0.3 km from the centre and has a 24 hour front desk, family rooms and a restaurant, so it suits guests who want to walk into the old town. Jd Villas, at 0.6 km, is the next closest and has a lounge and an outdoor pool.
For families
The villas come with kitchens, cots, high chairs, outdoor pools and free car parking. Villa San Bartolo, Villa Tina, Villa Rose Mocitada, Villa Casa Jovanin and Villa Braide each list a cot and a kitchen; Villa Tina, Villa Casa Jovanin and Villa Braide add a sofa bed or high chairs for younger children.
Villa San Bartolo · Villa Tina · Villa Rose Mocitada · Villa Casa Jovanin · Villa Braide
Pets welcome
Villa San Bartolo, Villa Tina, Villa Casa Jovanin and Villa Braide all allow pets and have gardens or free car parking. Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel also allows pets, so it is the choice if you want a pet-friendly stay in the old town rather than in a villa outside it.
Villa San Bartolo · Villa Tina · Villa Casa Jovanin · Villa Braide · Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel
Wellness and relaxation
Villa Banic is the only villa with both a sauna and a jacuzzi, alongside its outdoor pool and garden. Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel offers massage, a lounge and an outdoor pool, and has 728 reviews with a guest rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Motovun is accessible by car via the Istrian peninsula road network, with connections from Trieste, Rijeka, and Pula. The nearest airports are in Pula, Rijeka, and Trieste. Buses run from larger towns like Poreč and Pazin to Motovun, though services may be limited. Driving is the most flexible way to reach the town; parking is available outside the old town, as the historic centre is largely car-free. Once in Motovun, walking is the primary way to get around, but be prepared for steep inclines and stairs.
When to go
The best time to visit Motovun is from May to September, when the weather is warm and most attractions and restaurants are open. July and August are the busiest months, partly due to the Motovun Film Festival, which is typically held in late July or early August. Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures and fewer crowds, ideal for exploring the countryside and truffle season. Winter can be quiet, with some establishments closed.
Questions, answered
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Motovun?
Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel, at 0.3 km, is the closest. Jd Villas is next at 0.6 km. Both are far nearer the centre than the villas, which range from 2.5 km for Villa San Bartolo to 6.0 km for Villa Tina.
Do the hotels have parking?
Yes. Free car parking is listed at Villa San Bartolo, Villa Tina, Villa Banic, Villa Rose Mocitada, Villa Casa Jovanin, Villa Braide and Jd Villas. Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel lists parking and a garage. Parking is available outside the old town, as the historic centre is largely car-free.
Can I bring my dog?
Pets are allowed at Villa San Bartolo, Villa Tina, Villa Casa Jovanin, Villa Braide and Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel. The villas also have gardens, which suits dogs, and all of them provide free car parking.
Which hotels have a pool?
An outdoor pool is listed at Villa San Bartolo, Villa Tina, Villa Banic, Villa Rose Mocitada, Villa Casa Jovanin, Villa Braide, Jd Villas and Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel. Villa Tina and Villa Rose Mocitada and Villa Braide also have a pool bar.
Which hotel is best for families?
The villas are the practical choice: Villa San Bartolo, Villa Tina, Villa Rose Mocitada, Villa Casa Jovanin and Villa Braide all list a cot and a kitchen, and some add a sofa bed, a garden or a high chair. Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel also has family rooms.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel has a guest rating of 4.5 out of 5, from 728 reviews. It is the only hotel on this shortlist with a published rating and review count.
Is breakfast available?
Breakfast in room is listed at Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel, which also has a restaurant, bars and room service. The villas are self-catering, with a kitchen in each.
Which hotel has a spa or sauna?
Villa Banic is the only property listing a sauna, and it also has a jacuzzi. Roxanich Winery And Design Hotel lists massage for guests who want treatments during their stay.