Solaris Naturist Camping Resort (Valamar)
Istria's big 'budget' naturist resort: oaks, coves and plenty of sport, priced below Valalta. Crowded in summer and with declining maintenance.
4score /5
Key facts
| Region | Croatia, Istria |
|---|---|
| Season | 24-04 → 27-09 |
| Indicative price | € 58 — pitch for 2 people, high season, per night |
| Affiliation | — |
| Naturist card | not required |
| Type | resort |
| Accommodation | about 1,070 pitches, mobile homes, camping homes |
| Verified from sources | 2026-10 |
| Official website | www.valamar.com/en/camping-porec/solaris-camping-resort/accommodation/pitches |
Our scores
- Cleanliness and upkeep 4New, clean sanitary blocks (ACSI 8.4/10), but cleaning 'not always adequate' and declining maintenance in 2025 reviews.
- Location and nature 4.550 hectares of oak woodland on the sea at Lanterna, 2.5 km of rocky coast with coves, Blue Flag; location 4.6/5 on avtokampi.
- Facilities 4Pool, buffet and à la carte restaurants, shop, bakery, fishmonger, 8 tennis courts, diving; Wi-Fi only in central areas.
- Atmosphere and respect for the rules 4Nature 'not over-styled' and friendly staff (PiNCAMP 8.4/10 from 56); crowded with small sectors in July-August.
- Family-friendly 4Entertainment, kids' time, playground, minigolf; no structured kids' club mentioned; dogs allowed in set zones.
- Beginner-friendly 4No card, large site, coast with many coves to find privacy.
- Value for money 3.5From about €58 a night for two in high season (PiNCAMP 2026 comparison): less than Valalta, but prices rise every year according to reviews.
Our verdict
Strengths
Location and shade, sanitary blocks, choice of restaurants and shops.
Weaknesses
Rising prices, crowds, limited Wi-Fi.
Who it's for
Sporty couples and families, dogs welcome, wanting a big resort without Valalta prices.
Who should skip it
Anyone wanting somewhere small, Wi-Fi on the pitch or a structured kids' club.
Practical tip
The 'Mare' pitches are worth the extra; the beach lift helps anyone with walking difficulties.