Camping Bijela Uvala Reviews

2.0
Emilie V.August 2024
Advantages
campsite location, pleasant staff
Negatives
hosting
Beware of dishonesty
A pleasant stay, even if there wasn't much entertainment in the evenings and the poolside seats were not free.
However, be careful if you go with Homair: we went with several families of 4 and 5 people; we, a family of 5 people, paid 400 euros more for 1 extra person, but in fact, in this campsite, all... the mobile homes have the same size and the same number of beds. Worse still, those of us who paid more inherited dilapidated mobile homes, with no dishwasher, TV, toaster, Nespresso machine, sun loungers or bottle of Chardonnay on arrival, unlike the others. We had a smaller fridge/freezer (strange for a larger family), only 1 bathroom or 1 toilet, whereas the others had 2.
And that's not counting damaged equipment, water leaks in the shower or a hornet's nest in the wall...We obviously complained, the campsite referred us to Homair who told us they couldn't do anything for us as the campsite was full in August. We obviously didn't get a refund, even a partial one. So beware of scams: don't tell them you're 5 people, or you'll pay more than a 4-person party for less service in the mobile homes. And avoid dishonest service providers.
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3.0
Florian W.August 2024
Advantages
Great location, very modern sanitary facilities that are constantly cleaned. Very nice pool.
Negatives
Very small pitches, dogs everywhere even on the beach although there is a separate dog beach. There is no supervision by the campsite management.
Nice campsite, unfortunately very small pitches!
The campsite itself is great and leaves nothing to be desired. Everything is available on site but extremely expensive.

Unfortunately, the campers show less and less consideration for each other.

Dog owners let their four-legged friends go everywhere. The "big business" is always neatly packed in a... bag, but it is still upsetting if it is on your own pitch or where you want to set up your sunbathing area on the beach.
where you want to set up your sunbathing area.

We had booked for 14 days, but left after 7 days.
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5.0
Rudolf S.September 2023
Advantages
This year it worked for the first time with the seat reservation. Friendly staff. New and clean sanitary facilities.
Negatives
The road sweeper should not sweep dry. Swirls up a lot of dust. Is not pleasant when it drives past the site.
Camping vacation 2023
After a long break, we went on vacation to Croatia again this year. We used to go there every year. If we stay healthy, we will go back to Bijela Uvala in 2024.
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4.0
Susanne B.September 2023
Advantages
Right by the sea
Negatives
Reception service could be improved
Beautiful place
We had a very nice pitch in the second row in area G. Quiet as it was far enough away from the entertainment area. The sanitary building is first class.
We would have gladly extended our stay and changed pitches. Unfortunately, reception was unable to find us a pitch two days before departure. This would only have been possible on the morning of our departure day. We left, there are other beautiful places in Istria.
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3.0
Michaela G.August 2023
Advantages
It is constantly being modernized.
Negatives
In the evening too long (several times until 1 a.m. or even longer) too loud music from the stages.
Beautiful campsite for night owls
We spent the first two weeks of September 2023 here in Zone A and were very surprised by the noise at night. Music blasts from the two stages, which are unfortunately very close to each other, late into the night. You can then hear the music from both stages and can only describe it as noise. And there... is also music coming from the nearby beach bar, often until after midnight....
This may be the right place for party people, but it was too loud for us in the late evening.
The beach was great, there are places for sun worshippers and for people who prefer the shade.
The supermarket was well stocked, but expensive - as is so often the case at campsites.
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1.0
Bianca K.June 2023
Advantages
The sea is quite beautiful and the location. There is a lot on offer if you want
Negatives
Booked category despite 2 times email before all places too small. Reception staff impertinent, especially Mrs. Vidnjevic, I have never experienced anything so impertinent. Building sites Toilet inadequate, for the whole site 2 ladies toilets and 1 shower, constantly flooded.
Not again
Today I would like to tell you briefly about our arrival.
I enquired about the campsite in January by email with the following information: 2 adults, 1 child, 1 dog, 1 caravan 7.60 meters long and the question of whether they had pitches with a sea view. We were promised a pitch in Zone Superiore Mare... D.
We arrived yesterday and were allocated pitch D 20. It looked very small on the map and I said so. The receptionist then told us to have a look at the pitch and if it was too small, to look there (zone C next door and pointed to the row). So after a day and a half's drive, we drove there at around 8pm to find that the pitch was unfortunately too small.
We then parked on a pitch C4, as he had said. Then I drove to reception to change the booking.
There the discussion began, which I would like to spare you here. In the end, it was about the fact that a number of seats were firmly reserved, for a fee of probably 120! euros. In our booked zone D superior mare there were still 2 seats available, all far too small.
Of course, many categories had seats, but without a sea view, so completely different from what we had booked. Finally, a member of staff came with me on a motorcycle to have a look on site. He also found that all the pitches were too small.
In the meantime, I was exhausted, disappointed and angry, because this was not how I had imagined our arrival. On arrival at reception, I noticed that a man was also totally unhappy. The second time, there was a woman next to me with similar problems, who then said whether she as a person was worth less than the others who had reserved the space, because we were both told that you could only reserve the zone and not individual spaces.
In the end, two members of staff went back to reception to clarify the matter. They came later, by now it was 21.45, to show us another seat in zone G. Now there are
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1.0
Dieter H.May 2023
Advantages
New sanitary building is great
Negatives
Much too often very loud music. Lots of construction noise, lots of dust, no real shopping facilities, only a tiny mini market
Guaranteed luxury pitch was not available on arrival
Despite timely booking and confirmation with guarantee for the Luxury pitch, the pitch was not available. At the reception you are treated in an untrustworthy manner and perceived as a nuisance. The main thing is to get the camping guest out of reception and get rid of the problem.
Very loud construction noise everywhere and lots of dust.
The far too loud music is an imposition for almost every camping guest.
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5.0
Harry G.May 2023
Advantages
The location: outstanding Cleanliness: excellent Vacation replacement: normally great - but...
Negatives
But: the place is partly a big construction site, supermarket therefore closed, sanitary buildings reconstruction, many places just finished three days ago - very dusty! TW Not announced reallocation! The criticism is directed exclusively at the management. Nothing was communicated! Seats that were not available despite advance reservation for a fee. No concession at all. Result: either leave and write off the 700€ expensive journey or accept a "leftover" pitch without sun and water in the oak forest... We chose the latter - the pitch was very quiet, right next to the "5-star" sanitary block - but there was no sea view, no private atmosphere and no sunlight for the pitch we had reserved.
Great - but cutbacks June 2023
The square will be an excellent place after completion. Until then, noise and dust restrictions will unfortunately have to be accepted in the front section. Nevertheless, the investments and what has been achieved so far are commendable. The management should have acted more cleverly towards customers... traveling from far away. The annoyance about paid and unoccupied pitches could have been avoided!
The new sanitary facilities are absolute international top class. The cleanliness - cleaning is done several times a day - even the "streets" are cleaned - gardeners are working everywhere - it's all very good! The leisure facilities - especially for children - are absolutely presentable!
Overall: a recommendation on balance.
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3.0
Simi R.May 2023
Advantages
Quiet, clean sanitary facilities, price ok.
Negatives
Nudist area dissolved
Pre-season recommended
Supermarket with minimal offer, as the original supermarket is a building site for the foreseeable future!
Major construction activity with building noise.
Beach bars still closed. (but understandable with few guests) Fruit/wine stand in zone F extremely expensive!
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5.0
Kai W.August 2022
Advantages
Long beach area, beautiful dog beach, new wash house in our area.
Negatives
I wouldn't have wanted to go to the back seats, as it is relatively spacious.
Very good space in the right zones
We were in zone F as a family with a dog. There is a nice, new wash house, bakery and vegetable stand nearby. The beaches are very close. The Superior and Luxury pitches have electricity and water. There are generally lots of shady pitches throughout the site. You should really take the time beforehand... to see which area/category suits you best. I would avoid Zone G in the high season, unless you want to party a little longer with lots of sociable Dutch youngsters after the adjacent beach club closes... I would prefer zones E and F or C and D in the Superior category.
In general, we enjoyed our vacation very much. If you are looking for a very quiet place, you will probably find better ones...
Order and cleanliness good.
I think the rising prices are not a phenomenon of this campsite, but a general problem. If you are self-catering, you can shop at the Lidl in Porec (5 min by car) at normal prices.
Reception was friendly and helpful in our case. We have booked again for next year.
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4.0
Karen B.August 2022
Advantages
large shady areas several swimming pools located directly by the sea - long coastline many sanitary facilities cleanliness large supermarket connection by funicular to Porec (outside the campsite) Sports facilities
Negatives
Large crowds Pitches without water connection or no water point nearby Campsite is huge
Large campsite with many possibilities
We are at the campsite from mid to late August. It is full of many different nationalities.
The pitches are large and mostly shady. The sanitary facilities are easily accessible and are constantly cleaned (are clean).
The pool and beach (which is extensive) are busy, but you can get a sun lounger by... the pool if you want one.
Overall, it is a very large campsite that is visited by many families and also has many regular guests.

It's often noisy in the evenings, but that doesn't bother us.
Check-in at reception is quick and easy.
We can recommend the campsite.
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1.0
Familie W.July 2022
Advantages
We can't think of any after about 1.5 weeks.
Negatives
Loud, restless and only suitable for people who do not value relaxation. Bijela Uvala / Istria is developing into the Ballermann of Croatia and will be avoided by us in the future.
Welcome to Little Amsterdam
Welcome to Little Amsterdam. We were at this campsite in 2016 and wanted to spend another 14 days here. We were able to experience a lot during these days, even though we still have 4 days to go. Car posers who have to start their cars at night and show what the exhaust can do when stationary, bawling... teenagers of all ages, cheeky people running across the pitch, e-scooter races over the dusty paths and even swarming behavior of some groups that remind you strongly of country drivers. Night's rest from 0:00 to 7 a.m., so you shorten the time for troublemakers, there is no security or anything like that. We know Croatia down to Zadar, but Istria is becoming more and more like the Malle of Croatia. Bijela Uvala twice and Istria never again. Ps. When I see from whom the current posts on Google come with 5/5 without comment, it is clear how 4.4* come together.before our arrival there were 3.8* ratings. We can only advise "not this place and not Istria.
The pitches are not suitable for motorhomes as they are very uneven.
The cleaning staff can't keep up because the showers, washing-up areas and toilets are completely filthy after a short time. There are food leftovers in the sinks.
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4.0
Lutz E.June 2022
Advantages
cleanliness Beautiful gardens Great pitches
Negatives
Reservation procedure
Short vacation
After 2017 and 2018, our route took us back to the campsite. If you arrive without a reservation, you first have to walk around the site to find free pitches. Unfortunately, it can happen that these are already occupied and you have to start walking again. This can be a real ordeal at 30°C. Fortunately,... we had a nice young lady at reception the second time who was suddenly able to tell us where there were free pitches. And because of this luck, we got a place with a direct sea view. Waking up every morning with a view of the sea was a dream. The sea was a pleasant 23°C for swimming. The sanitary facilities in area F are completely new and look very nice. All other sanitary facilities are still old, but were always clean. The whole area also looks very well maintained and clean, despite many dogs there were no piles to be seen.
You can walk directly into Funtana by the sea. There are many restaurants there,
There are also great opportunities to cycle to Porec or Vrsar.
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1.0
Любовь Р.August 2021
Advantages
I'm disappointed.
Negatives
Mud, noise, the plot we got was not suitable for camping, the road goes downhill and there were potholes all around. We could hardly set up the tent.
Never again.
I am here now and I am absolutely disappointed. Dirt in the toilets and showers (P2), we even complained, after complaining for a couple of days was better, but alas again dirt. Loud noise after 24 hours, security does not follow the order. Just yesterday a crowd of heel teenagers just yelled at the... top of their lungs and no one from the administration did not react. Beach: a lot of large, sharp stones in the water. Stones above the knee, if windy and waves are big, you can easily skin your knees, which happened. Prices are unreasonably high and do not correspond to the quality. WiFi is there, but the speed is turtle and often just does not "catch the network". The plot, which we got: it seems that they squeeze money out of nothing. When we booked and looked at the map, we did not realize that you can be so "in trouble". As it turned out, you can get a plot overlooking the dump and absolutely not suitable for camping. The site is not level and all in the pits. It's disgusting. Never again. Never again.
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4.0
Jana G.July 2021
Advantages
Most of all the promenade, infrastructure (markets with supplies) until 23:00, pool
Negatives
Outdated and often unclean sanitary facilities due to the large number of people
Giant campsite with halligalli
It's actually a nice place for people who like that sort of thing. It's big and offers plenty of people, entertainment and a lot of halligalli. The Dutch are clearly in the majority and in groups, but not unpleasant. There are also a lot of young people there. Sometimes they drive some crazy vehicles.... But not really annoying. Nothing to criticize if you like it. (I don't want to moan about trivialities, I just want to write down what it was like). The sports field is really busy in the evenings and young people can let off steam. The promenade is very nice and long, so you can always take a stroll in the evening.
Unfortunately, the toilets feel a bit outdated. When I was there, someone was always cleaning them, but I think they just don't keep up. That's also down to the users! And there might be too many young people there who don't pay enough attention? But it's still acceptable and wouldn't stop me from going there. But the whole thing would benefit from a revamp. All in all, it's big and there are a lot of people, but of course there's also a lot on offer.
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5.0
Małgorzata M.June 2021
Advantages
Clean beautifully located campground.
Negatives
Allowing Germans to enter restaurants in just their underwear.
Super krmping
Beautifully located campground with many attractions. Fantastic swimming pools . Very clean . Shaded camping areas provide a cool down. Good and inexpensive restaurants. I recommend
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1.0
Mario G.May 2021
Advantages
Sanitary facilities good and clean
Negatives
unkempt in the low season and not recommended - see description
Pre-season -NoGo
No 4 stars for the unkempt outdoor facilities in the pre-season. During lockdown and before opening, the lawn could have been mowed, the paths swept and the bathing platforms cleaned. None of this was done, but paying and recreational customers get the full program of tidying and cleaning work, including... all-day noise pollution, for free.
And with the facility and the backlog, we will probably be busy until the end of June.
Recommendation: Look around for a well-managed and well-kept place if you don't want to be annoyed on vacation!
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5.0
Christine S.August 2020
Advantages
The whole team was very helpful and friendly.
Negatives
The only thing that was a shame was that a few restaurants and the small supermarket were closed. But that's not Bijela Uvala's fault, there were simply fewer people there due to Corona.
Vacation in Bijela Uvala in August 2020
This year was very different to previous years and we have been coming here for a long time.
We quite liked it, it was quieter and everything was very relaxed. If we hadn't had the internet, we wouldn't have noticed anything about Covid 19.
The other guests as well as the staff there, whether at the... pool, in the restaurants, at reception or the cleaning staff, everyone kept their distance. The whole Bijela Uvala team was very attentive to the guests. We were very, very satisfied and look forward to 2021 when we come back.

Greetings from Lenggries family Gerhard and Christine
Stöckner
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3.0
Dieter R.June 2020
Advantages
Quiet as always at this time of day
Negatives
not everything open and rising prices
Camping with limited possibilities
June 2020, we are at this place every year around this time and we have always liked it so far. Unfortunately it wasn't so good this year. The supermarkets only partially open and the restaurants and pools closed except for one. The sanitary facilities were only partially open (6 showers for men). Unfortunately, prices have also risen again. It is slowly becoming too expensive. Something urgently needs to be done here.
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2.0
Dennis V.June 2020
Advantages
The peach and quiet almost every day
Negatives
Much teenager drunk and loud at night!!!! And now way of reaching the security!!!
Loud and Hygiene
The quality versus price is not normal
3 years on this camp site was to much for us now
The location is fine but to much drunken kids at night
The sanitation is not very good clean
And in COVID-19 time that is not okay!!!
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