Café
Romanesque House
Enjoy coffee and light meals in this charming cafe.
612 m from hotel
ROXANICH Winery and Design Hotel
Rated 9.5 in 677 reviews. Boutique hotel.
★★★★
This hotel is ideal for guests seeking a tranquil escape with a strong emphasis on wine, gourmet food, and beautiful natural surroundings, perfect for a slow-paced, indulgent calmcation.
Roxanich Winery and Design Hotel offers a serene retreat nestled in the Istrian countryside, providing a peaceful atmosphere with stunning views of grape fields and the nearby hill town of Motovun. Its design-forward aesthetic, combined with a focus on exceptional food and wine, creates an unhurried experience for guests seeking relaxation and culinary delights.
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Recommended Nearby
A guide to great places near ROXANICH Winery and Design Hotel
Restaurant
Tomaz Wines
Tomaz Wines is a house converted into a restaurant, serving food.
270 m from hotel
Viewpoint
Panorama Motovun
Enjoy stunning panoramic views over the Istrian countryside from this hilltop viewpoint.
818 m from hotel
Culture
Motovun: povijest u pokretu
Explore this historic hilltop town with its moving stories and rich culture.
682 m from hotel
Café
Villa Borgo
This guesthouse offers a charming cafe experience in a tranquil setting.
657 m from hotel
Restaurant
Restaurant Kastel
Restaurant Kaštel serves local dishes in the historic town of Motovun.
651 m from hotel
Restaurant
Konoba Pod Voltom
This restaurant offers outdoor seating and serves local food.
673 m from hotel
Restaurant
Fakin
Regional restaurant in Motovun with outdoor seating.
711 m from hotel
What this place is
Twelve dimensions of rest, read from 677 reviews.
Slow pace
Where time stands still
9.0exceptional
The hotel is consistently praised for its peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, with guests highlighting the silence and opportunities to unwind.
“Silence and peace for resting was superb. Great view on valley with grape fields.”
“The hotel offers everything you need to have a great relaxing time”
“The perfect hotel to wind down.”
Private outdoor space
Terrace, balcony, or garden per room
7.0strong
One review specifically mentions a room with a lovely terrace and great views, indicating that some rooms offer private outdoor spaces.
“Our room was “The Nest” which had a lovely terrace, as well as great views of the valley and of Motovun.”
Water access
Sea, lake, dock, or pool view
8.0very strong
The hotel features a pool that guests enjoy for relaxation, though one comment suggests it could be larger. There is no mention of natural water access.
“Pool, wine, rooms, close to Motovon”
“We spent time lounging by the pool and soaking in the beautiful surroundings—it was pure relaxation.”
“Swimming pool could be a bit bigger”
Village within reach
Walkable small town or harbour
8.0very strong
The hotel is located near Motovun, described as a short walk or bus ride away. While convenient, one reviewer noted a potentially unsafe stretch of road for walking.
“It was conveniently located, just a short walk to the hill town.”
“It’s an uphill walk to Motovun. There is a shuttle that is a short walk from the hotel, but there’s a short stretch on a curve with no sidewalk. Didn’t feel very safe.”
“20 min walk or short bus ride to Motovun which is a g”
Quiet
Ambient noise level
9.0exceptional
The hotel is specifically noted for its silence and peaceful environment, contributing to a restful stay.
“Silence and peace for resting was superb. Great view on valley with grape fields.”
Nature immersion
Surroundings and outdoor stillness
9.0exceptional
The hotel offers stunning views of the countryside, valleys, and grape fields, providing a strong connection to nature.
“stunning views at the beautiful countryside”
“Great view on valley with grape fields.”
“Our room was fantastic! It was on the second floor (B2) and had a beautiful view of the countryside and hill town.”
Bed comfort
Mattress, pillows, sleep quality
7.0strong
One review mentions the bed as very comfortable, suggesting a good standard of rest.
“The room was spacious and the bed very confortable.”
Service warmth
Family-run, personal care
6.0good
Service warmth receives mixed reviews; while some guests found staff very helpful and kind, others felt a lack of warmth or perceived preferential treatment.
“Very helpful and nice staff, the reception manager Sladzana was very kind”
“The staff is kind but lacks warmth and presence at the whole property.”
“As a young couple, we weren't the hotel's priority guests. The staff made sure to indirectly point this out.”
Food on site
Simple, good, unhurried
9.0exceptional
The food, particularly breakfast and dinner, is consistently praised as amazing, gourmet quality, and a delight. The hotel's wine, being a winery, is also highlighted as exceptional.
“Breakfast was amazing and definitely worth trying. The dinner was an absolute delight. It was gourmet quality, and the wine from the winery was incredible.”
“Great hotel, great food and the wine was just amazing!”
“The wine was exceptional (we especially loved the sparkling!), and the breakfast was just perfect.”
Best rooms to request
Specific rooms or orientations praised
7.0strong
Rooms with views of the countryside, hill town, or valley, particularly those with a terrace like 'The Nest', are highly recommended for their fantastic views and ambiance.
“Our room was fantastic! It was on the second floor (B2) and had a beautiful view of the countryside and hill town.”
“Our room was “The Nest” which had a lovely terrace, as well as great views of the valley and of Motovun.”
Why we chose this stay · Tier B
Roxanich Winery and Design Hotel clearly aligns with the calmcation ethos, offering a slow pace, stunning natural views, and excellent food and wine. While it excels in atmosphere and location, the private outdoor space is not consistently highlighted for all rooms, and service warmth has some mixed feedback, preventing it from reaching Tier A.
Before you book
Practical guidance from ROXANICH Winery and Design Hotel reviews.
Which room category to choose, what to mention in special requests, and what to verify at check-in — extracted from real guest reviews.
Best room types to book
Which room category to choose on Booking
Guests praise rooms with views of the countryside and Motovun, especially 'The Nest' for its terrace and views, and generally find rooms spacious and cozy.
Look for these room categories
- Rooms with countryside/Motovun view
- The Nest
Best floor for view
Floors with the best outlook
Rooms on the second floor (B2) and 'The Nest' are noted for their beautiful views of the countryside and Motovun.
Request these floors
- second floor (B2)
Bathroom
Size, fixtures, common issues
One review mentioned low water pressure in the room.
Breakfast
Type, timing, what to expect
Breakfast is consistently praised as amazing, beautiful, and delicious, and is highly recommended.
Practical notes
- Definitely try the breakfast
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In guests' own words
Verified Booking.com reviews, unedited.
“Beautiful architecture and interior design, stunning views at the beautiful countryside, very helpful and nice staff, the reception manager Sladzana was very kind, desserts are highly recommended, beautiful wellness area”
“Every year at the same time, me and my husband are coming back to Roxanich hotel. We always feel special in this hotel. Big recomendation to everyone who loves small and different hotels.”
“Silence and peace for resting was superb. Great view on valley with grape fields. Staff was very kind and friendly, especially older waiter, I think Darko is his name. Hi was polite and attentive. Anyway, we would come back again.”
“Very clean, beautifully designed, exceptional service and staff.”
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ROXANICH Winery and Design Hotel
Motovun, Croatia
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