Hotel Picok

Hotel Picok is located in Đurđevac in the Podravska valley, between two natural geographic entities - Bilogora North Slope and the River Drava.

The interesting name for the hotel comes from a 16th century legend.  In the summer of 1552, Đurđevan ingenuity, valour and perseverance paid off in the fight against the Turkish raiders 'Ulama-Beg' - the people were starving, but decided to trick the raiders by firing their last rooster from a cannon. Thinking that the town still had so much food that they could fire roosters from cannons and mock them in that manner, Ulama-beg backed down from his siege and retreated from the battlefield. (Picok means rooster in Croatian). This event is still commemorated today, after more than 400 years, at the end of June.  It is staged as a play in the manifestation 'Picokiáda' and for centuries Đurđevan people have been called 'Picok'.

The old Podravska spirit combined with a modern approach and quality impress even the most demanding guests at the hotel. The first view of 'Đurđevečkaiža' will win you over, as it is designed in the traditional style with all the Đurđevac details and objects that bring back memories of old Durđevac and Podravina houses. Guests can taste history thanks to a specially assembled menu, where most culinary offerings are based on old Podravina recipes.

The Wellness centre within the hotel is a unique oasis of peace and relaxation in the heart of Podravina.  It offers an escape from the everyday stress of your hectic life. Simplicity of lines and top interior design shows off the wellness centres professional design.  You will find attention to detail, novelty and inspiration, balanced with history, exoticism and rustic charm. You can enjoy the traditional healing system developed and adopted as a method, focusing especially on your mental and physical health and well being. Such an approach can be called holistic, because the human body is seen as a unity of body and spirit. Several types of baths or saunas (Finnish, Turkish, infrared), Murad products, multiple treatments with cocoa, seaweed, fruit etc. Once you've experienced one of several types of exotic massages, you will know that this is the right place for relaxation and body care products that will satisfy you and bring you to a completely different world.

The Đurđevac area boasts cultural attractions and wildlife, such as 'Đurđevačské Peski' nature reserve, also called the 'Croatian Sahara'. The hotel is also located very near to the River Drava. The hotel has a professionally equipped gym and a smaller hall for martial arts. In the immediate vicinity of the hotel there is a football pitch, tennis courts and a large sports hall. For lovers of active holidays, there is a trim trail and numerous bike trails close by.  The Bilodravské trails are among the most popular cycling routes in Europe.