How is Melnmuižė rated?

Melnmuižė scores 9.7/10 on Booking.com and 5.0/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Melnmuižė?

HotelShortlist analysed 84 guest reviews for Melnmuižė to build this verified profile.

Is Melnmuižė a 4-star hotel?

Yes — Melnmuižė is a 4-star property in Kretinga.

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4.5/5

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Kretinga

Melnmuižė

Name: Melnmuižė
Address: Kretinga

★★★★

9.7

Booking score

5.0

Google rating

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

Kristina

Owner

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Location 5.0

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Verdict

Is Melnmuižė Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.7/10 Booking.com5.0/5 Google84 reviews read4-star

As of 18 September 2026, 84 guest reviews give Melnmuižė 9.7/10 on Booking.com and 5.0/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptionally hospitable and warm owners who greet guests personally, remember details, and provide genuine hospitality including welcoming late arrivals with beer and offering extensive local knowledge and recommendations 23 reviews.

Complaints

What Do Guests Complain About at Melnmuižė?

Frequent lawnmower noise during daytime hours disrupts the peaceful atmosphere despite the rural setting being primarily marketed as a quiet retreat

What guests praise

Melnmuižė Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Melnmuižė sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Exceptionally hospitable and warm owners who greet guests personally, remember details, and provide genuine hospitality including welcoming late arrivals with beer and offering extensive local knowledge and recommendations 23 reviews
Immaculate cleanliness and meticulous maintenance throughout all areas including spotless rooms, pristine grounds, well-kept exterior spaces, and constantly groomed facilities that feel home-like and cared-for 21 reviews
Excellent spa and wellness facilities including indoor heated pool suitable for actual swimming with adjustable current features, multiple sauna options with unique design elements, and professional massage services available on-site 18 reviews

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Melnmuižė

We read 84 public guest reviews of Melnmuižė, grouped repeated findings and counted how often each one appears. Pest figures are guest reports, not inspection results. Member-only detail is blurred on this page. Research updated 2026-09-18. If you represent Melnmuižė and believe something here is wrong, write to members@hotelshortlist.com and we will review it.

What guests love

Exceptionally hospitable and warm owners who greet guests personally, remember details, and provide genuine hospitality including welcoming late arrivals with beer and offering extensive local knowledge and recommendations (23×)

Immaculate cleanliness and meticulous maintenance throughout all areas including spotless rooms, pristine grounds, well-kept exterior spaces, and constantly groomed facilities that feel home-like and cared-for (21×)

Excellent spa and wellness facilities including indoor heated pool suitable for actual swimming with adjustable current features, multiple sauna options with unique design elements, and professional massage services available on-site (18×)

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Watch-outs · 1 recorded

Frequent lawnmower noise during daytime hours disrupts the peaceful atmosphere despite the rural setting being primarily marketed as a quiet retreat (1×)

What guests report

View

Scenic pond/tvenkinys on grounds; coastal forest views and proximity to sea; some rooms overlook garden areas

Local knowledge

Free pool access until 1 PM daily for overnight guests; pool features adjustable water currents for resistance swimming and water massage

Salt column sauna has color-changing ceiling lights creating a starry effect; three different sauna options available

Direct forest path from property leads to scenic viewpoint at Olandų kepurė; coastal forests abundant with berries, mushrooms, and hiking trails

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Room intel

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 10% of reviews mention design

Beautiful interior with great aesthetic taste and practical layout
Salt column sauna with color-changing starry ceiling lights
Thoughtfully curated romantic and zen garden with pond and flower beds

Family facilities

Children-friendly property with safe grounds and activity spaces
Bonfire and grilling area for family gatherings
Sports court and playing field for outdoor activities

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