Our retreat program starts on Sunday at 17:00 h! Please plan to arrive before then. Below is more information about how to plan your trip and arrival.
It is possible to extend your stay in our Retreat House.
FIVE ELEMENTS RETREAT HOUSE
STREET ADDRESS
Ulica Drage Gervaisa 16, Rovinj
52210 Rovinj
You can copy this code to Google :
3MG4+C3 Rovinj
Located in a peaceful and quiet neighbourhood, Five Elements House is a 15-minute stroll into the old town of Rovinj and only a 15-minute walk to some of Rovinj's best beaches.
2 km from the city centre and the old town of Rovinj
1,4 km from the beach
200 m from the market
300 m from restaurants
HOW TO ARRIVE
The best way to reach our place in Rovinj is to fly to Pula ( PUY ) from your city ( or a city close to you ). If Pula is not a direct option since is a small airport, then you can choose other bigger airports close to Rovinj like; Venice, Trieste, Ljubljana, Zagreb, etc. You can reach us From all these airports by direct bus or ferry.
We can help you arrange transfers for an additional cost, or you can take a taxi, bus, or shuttle bus to Rovinj. Note that the airport is only 10 min from Pula city centre so it is an amazing opportunity to visit the famous Roman Amphitheatre in Pula and/or the ancient Roman temple in the main square of Pula`s Forum.
An alternative arrival option is through Venice, Italy. A direct bus operates daily, and a ferry service is available twice a week, providing convenient access from Venice to Rovinj. We can give you more information as needed, just ask us!
From the Rovinj bus station or harbour, you can take a taxi to our house anytime, which you can find at the bus station or harbour ( around 10 Euro ). Our collective FREE PICK-UP from Rovinj city centre is on Sunday at 16:00 h and drop to the Rovinj is on Sunday at noon.
YOU CAN ALSO FLY TO:
Rovinj is surrounded by more than 6 airports a few hours’ distance and connected by buses, ferries, or cheap flights.
Croatia;
Pula (PYU) 40km
Rijeka (RJK)114 km
Zagreb (ZAG) 258 km
Zadar, Split, Dubrovnik ( check connected flights to Pula )
Italy;
Trieste ( TRS) 146 km
Treviso (TSF) 253 km
Venice (VCE) 267 km
Slovenia;
Ljubljana (LJU) 208 km
HOW TO ARRIVE FROM PULA AIRPORT?
The best way to come is to fly to Pula Airport PUY ( 40 km from us in Rovinj ).
https://airport-pula.hr/en/
ALL DESTINATIONS AND FLIGHTS TO PULA (PUY)
From the airport, you can take a bus, shuttle bus, or taxi.
Approximate price:
Local bus Pula - Rovinj from 7 Euro
Shuttle Bus Pula Airport - Pula bus station 6 Euro
TAXI from Pula Airport to our retreat house in Rovinj from 70 Euro (depending on the taxi company). We can help you arrange the transfer if you will need our assistance.
HOW TO ARRIVE FROM VENICE ( ITALY )
There is a direct ferry from Venice ( Italy ) to Rovinj, Croatia three times a week, Mon, Wed and Fri ( in May - 2 times a week. In June, July, August and Sep - 3 times a week), so you can check here the ferry schedule for 2025:
NOTE: If you thinking about the ferry option, yes, go for it, few extra days in Rovinj are always a fantastic idea. Just to have time to tune in to the vibe of town and contemplation about retreat. You can choose to extend your stay in the town or opt for our retreat house for an additional charge.
We are happy to assist with any travel info you might need. However, please note that we are not responsible for organizing flights and transportation, except for arranging pick-up and drop-off services from Pula.
CROATIA
For more than 30 years, Croatia has been one of the most popular European holiday destinations. In recent years, it has become a famous country for travellers who enjoy both cities and towns, rich culture, and Croatia's amazing and diverse natural environment. Croatia has many regions and Istria is definitely the most magical.
ISTRA ( ISTRIA ) - TERRA MAGICA
Similar to Tuscany, in Italy, Istria's advantage is its beautiful coastline. There are many medieval towns in the hills of Istria, such as Motovun or Grožnjan or the famous theater of Pula, which are only 30 minutes from Rovinj by car or bus. There are also many forest trails, mountains, caves, and of course, beaches. In addition, Istria's many olive trees and vineyards lend themselves to world-famous wine and cuisine. Combined, these make Istria one of the world's most desirable and adventurous destinations and Rovinj the most amazing Istria town.
ROVINJ - THE PEARL OF THE MEDITERRANEAN
Five Elements Retreat Center is situated in Rovinj, one of the most beautiful towns in Croatia and along the Mediterranean Sea. If you have never been here, this is a great opportunity to discover why National Geographic named Rovinj one of the most desirable destinations in the World.
With beautiful beaches and a majestic old town, Rovinj is perfect for a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family vacation. A great holiday for all you need.