About us

Interesting and rich history makes this town so special, so the history behind the origin of the name of our Residence is interesting too. Carmen Sylve is the pseudonym for Elisabeth of Wied (1843.) the first Queen of Romania, writer and admirer of Opatija. Born into a powerful aristocratic family in the German town Neuwied placed on the east bank of Rhine. In 1869. she married the Romanian regent, prince of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen, who in 1881. became the first king of Romania.

So fond of Opatija, Elizabeth spend her time on a bench carved into stone, on the promenade Carmen Sylve, seeking inspiration for the poetry, dramas and novels for which she got various international literary awards.

Since our facility is located nearby this promenade we would like to share a part of history of this place with you. By staying in our Residence you will get to meet Carmen Sylve trough her lyrics and portraits.