About Portoroz, Slovenia
Portoroz is known as Slovenia’s glitzy coastal town, with lots of hotels, luxury cars parked on the streets, its own marina, sandy beach, airport, casino, congress and wellness centers, and numerous restaurants and cafes. It is a place for walks along the promenade, dining out and sunset cocktails. It is also known for its nightlife so if you want to have a night out on the Slovenian Coast, this is where it’s at.
Portoroz is located at the northernmost point of the Adriatic Sea in the southwest of the Gulf of Trieste in southwestern Slovenia, between the boundaries of Croatia to the south and Italy to the north. It is some 115 kilometres (71 miles) southwest of Slovenia’s capital Ljubljana. It has about 3,000 residents.
Portoroz Photo Gallery
A beautiful picture gallery containing 15 high resolution Portoroz photos, taken either by professional photographers or amateur photo enthusiasts!
Portoroz is the most important tourist centre on the Slovenian coast.
The public Central Beach at Portoroz is the only natural sandy beach in Slovenia. Image by Bruno Girin / CC BY-SA 2.0
Portoroz is a wordly city with many modern hotels. Image by János Korom Dr. / CC BY-SA 2.0
Located less than a kilometre from the centre of town, Marina Portoroz is a very modern yacht port that is closest to Central Europe and an ideal starting point for cruising among the thousands islands spread over the Adriatic Sea not only for Slovenia but all of Central Europe. Image by flightlog / CC BY 2.0
Literally speaking, Portoroz means a port of roses. Image by Chiara Marra / CC BY 2.0
The best stretch of sandy beach in Slovenia is found in Portoroz. Image by Wolfgang / CC BY-ND 2.0
Portoroz Airport is the third international airport in Slovenia. Located near the village of Secovlje, it’s just six kilometres away from the centre of Portoroz. Image by flightlog / CC BY 2.0
Kempinski Palace Portoroz is a beachfront romantic hotel in Portoroz. Image by János Korom Dr. / CC BY-SA 2.0
The floral promenade and modern hotels line the centre of Portoroz, Slovenia. Image by János Korom Dr. / CC BY-SA 2.0
The series of resorts built along the waterfront in Portoroz. Image by Grant Bishop / CC BY-SA 2.0
A beautiful panoramic shot of Portoroz.
Gorgeous post-sunset sky in Portoroz. Image by James Whatley / CC BY 2.0
Portoroz is a charming seaside tourist town especially when lit up at night. Image by Stephen Colebourne / CC BY 2.0
Portoroz (Italian: Portorose, literally ‘Port of Roses’) is the most important tourist centre on the Slovenian coast with beneficial Mediterranean climate that invigorates you and makes you want to come back for more. Portoroz, together with its surroundings, has always been associated with health and spa treatments. The beneficial effects of sea water and salt on human health were known here as early as the 13th century. |
| The accommodation options in Portoroz can be divided into five main categories: hotels, guest houses, B&Bs, apartments and hostels. |
Portoroz is the most important tourist centre on the Slovenian coast and has over 25 hotels which cater to every taste and budget. Find out which are the ones that we recommend and why. |
Portoroz guest houses are a fun, economical stay. While guest houses aren't fancy, most are waterfront and offer good value for money if you want a house-like setting. |
Apartments are a great option when you are staying in Portoroz, Slovenia. You can cook your own meals, do your own laundry and enjoy the feeling of having your own space while on holiday. |
Portoroz bed and breakfasts are excellent accommodation options when it comes to staying in this vibrant seaside resort in Slovenia. Portoroz B&Bs are usually owned by individuals, who take a more hands-on approach to managing their properties and strive to ensure that their guests are content. |
Portoroz hostels are a low-budget accommodation shared among travelers and backpackers. Portoroz hostels tend to lend to more interaction, cost much less than a hotel, but do not provide the privacy or personal service found at a hotel, B&B or guest house. |