Paradiso apartments are quite basic accommodation, but are spotlessly clean and in a perfect location to enjoy the best of both worlds of Pula. The beaches of Verudela are approx 20-30mins walk away and there is a Market within a 5 minute walk (but is not open sundays so make sure you stock up on supplies). Bus stops are approx 10 minute walk to go into the centre to see the Arena, Forum etc (routes 2a or 3a). We stayed in apartment 6 on the ground floor so didn't have a balcony, but made use of the outdoor tables, which was a perfect way to enjoy the warmth and sunshine of an unusually warm May. The room was a little dark and slightly damp-smelling (no doubt from the winter months), but had everything we needed including a fridge and enough kitchen utensils to cook meals if required (although the local restaurant "Biska" was so fabulous, we ate there every night). We organised to be picked up from the airport and would recommend this as Pula doesn't seem to have a public airport shuttle service. Overall, a nice way to spend a weekend away from London.