- The picturesque town of Veli Losinj on an island in the Adriatic Seaveli losinj image by Sven Brenner from Fotolia.com
The island of Losinj is in the Quarnaro Gulf in the Adriatic Sea. Famous for its quaint fishing villages, crystal-clear waters and scenic bays, the island features just two main towns, the larger Mali Losinj and Veli Losinj. Veli Losinj is a town of narrow streets showcasing baroque architecture, several family-owned restaurants and cafes, and panoramic views of the Adriatic. A few hotels in the town offer outdoor swimming pools and guest rooms with balcony views. - Located within walking distance of the town center, and just 25 miles from Pula Airport, the Ristorante Capri Hotel has a convenient Italian restaurant and bar. Guests can take advantage of the outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool, tennis courts, and large manicured gardens. Rooms have private bathrooms and either balconies or terraces. Pets are also welcome at the hotel.
Nearby restaurants include Restaurant Marina, and Pizzeria Fortuna, both overlooking the Adriatic . The Losinj Dolphin Reserve, the first of its kind in the Mediterranean housing more than 120 bottle-nose dolphins, and Blue World, a marine research and conservation organization are both located in Veli Losinj. - Set amid the seclusion of the Podjavori Forest and a short stroll from the outskirts of Veli Losinj, the Hotel Veli Losinj has a television lounge and serene gardens. Guest room amenities include private bathrooms. The hotel provides a restaurant offering breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and a massage and beauty salon.
You can walk into town to experience the narrow streets and baroque architecture or rent bicycles and tour the island, discovering Losinj's steep and rocky north-western coast. In the evening, relax with a cocktail at the nearby Beach Bar Rovenska, located on pristine Rovenska Beach. - Situated just 75-feet from the clear blue waters of the Adriatic sea, the Hotel Punta offers single rooms, double rooms and suites. All modern guest rooms have, balconies, and private bathrooms. An all-inclusive plan offers complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner daily in the hotel restaurant. The beach at Hotel Punta has showers, deck chair and umbrella rentals and has a lifeguard on duty until sunset. Visitors can choose between the outdoor swimming pool and an indoor heated seawater pool with separate sauna room. Tennis courts, water sport rentals and bicycle rentals are all located within walking distance.
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