Minor Hotels Expands Its Footprint in Croatia and Slovenia with New Luxury Resorts: Everything You Need to Know

Published on
February 14, 2026

Minor Hotels is a top-tier hotel management company, recently coming into an expansion opportunity in the Adriatic area. Minor recently reached a management agreement with MK Group for the upcoming 2026 opening of a number of hotels in Slovenia and Croatia. As part of the expansion, multiple hotels will be renovated and opened for the 2026 winter season to enhance the Group’s growth in Slovenia and Croatia. Slovenia and Croatia will be the first countries to feature Minor Hotels, specifically through the Anantara and Minor Reserve Collection brands.

Expanding in Europe: Minor Hotels

With the expansion, Minor Hotels is targeting the Mediterranean’s development and expansion into thriving tourism countries, specifically in the West Adriatic. Within the West Adriatic, Slovenia and Croatia are the countries of choice as Slovenia is a sanctuary for tourism with an emphasis on wellness, and Croatia has an entangling coastline, a healthy Mediterranean ecosystem, and a growing tourism infrastructure.

Hotel Palace Portorož: A Gem of Slovenia’s Wellness Tourism

Hotel Palace Portorož is the newest hotel in Portorož, Slovenia, a coastal town in Slovenia. Exclusive to adults, the hotel is designed for guests seeking privacy and personalization, and has 183 luxurious rooms. Guests will experience a seamless blend of contemporary luxury and wellness offerings of the region. At the hotel, guests will also have access to a variety of dining experiences with 3 restaurants, 3 bars, a full-service spa, and both indoor and outdoor pools.

Hotel Palace Portorož emphasizes holistic wellness. The hotel will also have a MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events) area for business travelers, making the hotel ideal for both leisure and business guests. After the renovations, the hotel is scheduled to reopen as of 2027 with brand new amenities and upgraded services to guests, and a new name: Hotel Palace Portorož, Minor Reserve Collection Slovenia.

Adriatic Istria Resort: Minor Hotels’ Newest Property in Croatia

Minor Hotels’ newest property will be located in Croatia, marking its entry into that country. The company will open a resort in Savudrija, which is on the Istrian Peninsula, near Portorož. Located in a stunning seaside site, the 186-room resort will have multiple restaurants and seven other dining options. Guests will have the opportunity to use the wellness services offered in the resort’s spa and wellness center, which includes indoor and outdoor pools.

The Adriatic Istria Resort was created to cater to the rising interest in high-end corporate retreats, weddings, and other exclusive events. Enthusiasts of the sport will consider this resort a top choice since it will have a fully functional renovated and renovated Anantara Adriatic Istria Resort in 2027. The course will be a premier 18-hole, par 72 Golf Adriatic PGA National Croatia course. Anantara will apply its signature design, which combines genuine hospitality with luxury and experience-focused offerings, to this resort. Having access to activities centered around the natural and cultural Istrian heritage will be a positive aspect of this resort, which will be a great choice for guests who want an exceptional experience on the Adriatic.

Luxury and Sustainability: A Focus on Wellness and Sustainability

The new projects in Croatia and Slovenia are examples of Minor Hotels’ dedication to luxurious sustainable tourism. Slovenia is known for eco-friendly tourism, and both hotels will incorporate her ways. They will find ways to practice sustainability in the area and allow guests to enjoy the area without negatively impacting it.

Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating for Growth

Both resorts are being built in association with MK Group, who has been in business for over 40 years in the Adriatic region. MK Group has interests in tourism, real estate, renewable energy, agriculture, and food. It is believed that the partnership between Minor Hotels and MK Group will greatly advance the region’s tourism and both are looking to offer guests high-end, luxurious, unique experiences.

The new hotels will allow Minor Hotels to have an increased presence in the Mediterranean and will also grow the company’s presence in Europe. The addition of Hotel Palace Portorož and Adriatic Istria Resort will provide evidence of the increasing demand for luxury wellness resorts.

Future Plans: Expanding Minor Hotels in Europe

With a focus on Europe, Minor Hotels has a lot of opportunity for strong development. Because of this, the company plans on developing more of their luxury segments, particularly the Anantara brand and their recently released brand, Minor Reserve Collection. With there being a demand for high-end travel, the firm plans to enter the market in Slovenia and Croatia. With Minor Hotels developing in this region, they hope to incorporate unique luxury properties with elements of the local culture and nature with world-class offerings to provide a unique experience.

Final Statement: Positive Outlook for the Adriatic’s Luxury Tourism

With the development of these two properties in Croatia and Slovenia, Minor Hotels is setting a new standard for the luxury hospitality market along the Adriatic. With a focus on high-end, wellness tourism and a desire to promote sustainability, these properties will lead the way for a new travel paradigm in the Adriatic region of the Mediterranean. The properties will provide the quality Minor Hotels brand to the region while also increasing the area’s demand for high-end tourism.