Where to Stay in Pula 2026: Old Town, Stoja, Medulin & Fažana

Pula’s accommodation market is split between a compact old town with limited but well-located hotels, a peninsula of campsites and holiday apartments, and the resort-oriented coast to the south. Prices are notably lower than Dubrovnik or Split while still offering good access to Croatia’s best Roman sites. All prices in euros (€).

Old Town - most central, limited stock

The walkable old town around the Arena and Forum is the most atmospheric place to stay in Pula. Most accommodation here is in guesthouses, small boutique hotels, and apartments rather than large chains.

Best for: short stays focused on the Roman monuments, couples, and anyone without a car who wants to walk to everything.

• Peak season price range: €80–160 per night for a double room
• Shoulder season (May–June, September): €55–100
• Book early: old town stock is small; the better options fill by April for peak summer

Hotel Scaletta - a long-standing, well-reviewed property near the Arena, with a terrace restaurant and knowledgeable staff. Double rooms approximately €85–140 as of 2026 in peak season.

Hotel Milan - a small hotel in the old town with a respected in-house restaurant (known for truffle dishes and Istrian seafood). Double rooms approximately €90–150 in peak season.

Apartmani / private apartments - widely available in the old town via booking platforms; a well-located apartment typically runs €65–110 per night in July. A good option for self-catering stays or if you want more space.

Stoja Peninsula - best for camping and budget stays

The Stoja Peninsula, 3km southwest of the old town, is dominated by large campsites and holiday apartment complexes. Less atmospheric than the centre but good for self-catering stays, families, and those with a car.

Best for: campers, families, budget travellers, and anyone who wants direct sea access.

Camping Stoja - one of Croatia’s largest and best-maintained campsites, with direct access to rocky coves and the sea. Well-facilitated: supermarket, restaurant, playground, and organised activities on site.

• Pitch price (2 people + tent/car): approximately €20–35 per night in peak season as of 2026
• Mobile homes / bungalows on site: approximately €50–80 per night

Apartments in the Stoja area: self-catering apartments and small guesthouses at approximately €50–85/night - lower prices than the old town with easy bus connections to the centre.

Medulin - beach resort town, 10km south

Medulin is a resort town with beaches, a small old core, and a range of hotels oriented around summer holidays. More conventional than the old town; better suited to longer beach stays.

Best for: families, beach holidays, multi-night stays where value matters.

Hotel Pineta - a well-established hotel in the Medulin area with pool access and beach proximity. Double rooms approximately €70–110 in peak season as of 2026.

Villa Medulin and smaller guesthouses: double rooms approximately €50–80 in July–August; lower outside those months.

Local bus connections link Medulin to Pula centre in approximately 20–25 minutes; the service is frequent in summer.

Fažana - for Brijuni access, 8km north

If your main priority is visiting the Brijuni Islands, staying in Fažana (the ferry departure point) makes the morning logistics straightforward. The village has a small promenade, a few restaurants, and good apartment rentals.

Best for: those making Brijuni the focal point of their stay; also suits couples wanting a quiet village base.

Apartments in Fažana: approximately €60–95 per night in peak season. The village has restaurants along the waterfront - dining is simpler than Pula but there are solid options.

Price Overview

Area	Style	Peak price range
Old Town	Guesthouses, apartments	€80–160
Stoja Peninsula	Camping, apartments	€20–85
Medulin	Resort hotels, guesthouses	€50–110
Fažana	Village apartments	€60–95

Practical Notes

• Currency: euro (€); cards widely accepted at hotels and apartments
• Parking: limited in the old town - use the central car parks near the Arena and walk from there. Stoja and Medulin have easier parking
• Bus connections: the main Pula bus network connects the old town to Stoja, Medulin, and Fažana. Services are more frequent in summer
• Airport transfers: Pula Airport (PUY) is 5km northeast of the city; taxis to the old town cost approximately €15–20; no direct bus at all hours

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