Valamar Riviera

Valamar Riviera is the hotel group based in Poreč, on the western coast of Istria, Croatia, bringing together hotels, resorts and camping resorts in destinations such as Poreč, Rabac, the island of Krk, the island of Rab, Hvar, Makarska and Dubrovnik. Its brands Valamar Collection, Valamar Hotels & Resorts, [PLACES] and Sunny by Valamar range from family resorts by the sea to city hotels and high-end campsites on the Adriatic.

The group runs a special programme for travelling with pets at its pet-specialised hotels, resorts and camping resorts, including a dog destination guide with local vets, shops and groomers. Dogs find water dispensers, toys, comfy beds, a pet menu, poo-bag dispensers, dental kits and rugs, and at some resorts a groomer or a dog sitter can be arranged.

Valamar's published house rules ask that pets be older than six months and carry a veterinary passport with the mandatory vaccinations, a microchip and parasite treatment. Outside the room the dog must stay on a leash — with a muzzle if staff require it — cannot enter the pool, wellness or fitness areas, must not climb on beds and must not disturb other guests with noise. At most Valamar hotels and resorts on the island of Krk, dogs may join their owners in the restaurant for lunch and dinner.