Bristol Hotel Opatija
Learn why Opatija is called the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ and why the town’s history is so breathtaking.
Let us acquaint you with Croatia’s ‘cradle of tourism’.
PEARL OF THE ADRIATIC
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HISTORY OF OPATIJA
The Church of St. James in the centre of Opatija is one of the town’s most significant buildings. The story of Opatija is closely related to this church and its monastery, since this is where the town got its name (Opatija is the Croatian word for abbey). Four centuries after the construction of the church, Opatija emerged as a holiday resort for the elite.
The first holiday house in Opatija, the Villa Angiolina, was built by Iginio Scarpa back in 1844. This year is now officially considered as the beginning of tourism in the town. The Villa Angiolina played host to many famous historical figures, such as Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria-Hungary, the Empress Maria Anna and the Croatian Ban Josip Jelačić.
Today, you can learn more about Opatija’s interesting history in the Croatian Museum of Tourism, which has three exhibition venues: the Swiss House, Villa Angiolina and Juraj Šporer Art Pavilion, where you can acquaint yourself with the town’s intriguing history.
HISTORY OF HOTEL BRISTOL
In 1906. Rudovits built the Hotel Bristol (M. Tita 104) about 100 meters to the north, which will be inherited by his children William (r. 1895), Eleanor (r. 1901) and Ljudmila (r. 1904), followed by Ljudmila’s husband Ermanno Hausbrandt from Trieste. For Italian administrations and thorough renovations in the 1930s, the hotel changed its name to Palme, only to have the name Bristol returned to it after another renovation and change of ownership in 2005. In the heart of Opatija, near the most beautiful park in Opatija, Villa Angiolina, is one of the oldest hotels in Opatija, Hotel Bristol. Not far from the sea promenade, right next to the largest green area of the tourist flagship of Kvarner, Hotel Bristol is the best option for those who will be looking for fun in center or its immediate vicinity, and relax in the peace and quiet that the facilities of Hotel Bristol can offer. With a recently renovated façade, and with a warm yellow color retained, Hotel Bristol is intentionally reminiscent of some beautiful, bygone times. Magic fabulous Opatija is thus roughly retained, and Hotel Bristol will be further enriched in a short period of time with a newly renovated wellness center, all to make your stay and experience unrivaled.
76 tastefully decorated standard, superior and deluxe rooms most of which has a balcony overlooking the sea are a guarantee of a relaxed stay. If you are looking for an additional luxury experience, let our 2 suites be shortlisted of which Angiolina and Sisi suites stand out with their design and available VIP services. Whether you are traveling, on a business trip or planning a longer holiday in the company or without it, Hotel Bristol by choosing its facilities and location, will meet all your expectations.