Hilton Rijeka Costabella Beachresort Spa, RijekaHilton Rijeka Costabella Beachresort Spa in Rijeka, Croatia has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 10 of 31 hotels we score in Rijeka. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction: Booking.com 4.0, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.3. Rooms from about $442 a night (cached, not a live quote).Opened in 2020, this five-star Hilton resort sits on the Adriatic coast between Rijeka and Opatija. It contains 194 rooms, suites, and villas, many of which overlook the sea. The property serves families and leisure travellers through its mini club, water sports, and direct beach access. Facilities include heated indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, and a top-floor restaurant led by a Michelin Star Chef. Guests can access various activities such as scuba diving and snorkeling. While the resort offers high-end amenities and valet parking, the mandatory eco-rules for room cleaning may affect those expecting traditional daily housekeeping services.What stands out

Direct beach access

Michelin Star Chef dining

Heated indoor and outdoor pools

On-site spa and wellness facilities

Watch out for

Mandatory eco-cleaning rules

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