The charming three-pearl Hotel Korcula De La Ville is located on the northeastern end of Korkula island, enjoying lovely sea and sunset views. Built at the turn of the 20th century as a holiday resort for Austro-Hungarian families, the property was renovated in 2015, and the result is an airy, serene interior that pays modern homage to its Victorian roots. The grounds and common areas, like the restaurant terrace -- a popular spot for locals to take coffee in the morning -- are beautifully maintained. The 20 rooms are elegant, but some are quite small and have slanted ceilings. Those looking for more to do on-site might prefer Hotel Liburna, which offers has a pool, tennis, and mini-golf, though it's farther south on the island.
The charming three-pearl Hotel Korcula De La Ville is located on the northeastern end of Korkula island, enjoying lovely sea and sunset views. Built at the turn of the 20th century as a holiday resort for Austro-Hungarian families, the property was renovated in 2015, and the result is an airy, serene interior that pays modern homage to its Victorian roots. The grounds and common areas, like the restaurant terrace -- a popular spot for locals to take coffee in the morning -- are beautifully maintained. The 20 rooms are elegant, but some are quite small and have slanted ceilings. Those looking for more to do on-site might prefer Hotel Liburna, which offers has a pool, tennis, and mini-golf, though it's farther south on the island.
The ultra-stylish, 58-room Hotel Korkyra is ideally located in the center of town and blends midcentury influences with glamorous modern design. A true highlight of the four-pearl hotel, besides the decor, is the restaurant, which is among the best in town and serves excellent Croatian cuisine. A few beaches are nearby, but guests looking for a more relaxing spot for some sun might prefer the pool, which tends to be quieter. The hotel is good for couples -- particularly with the glass showers that open to the room (privacy shades are provided) -- but there's not a ton for families. It's also a long drive (roughly four hours) to the airports in Dubrovnik and Split. Those with kids might want to look into the Marko Polo Hotel, though it's all the way over on the other side of the island.
The ultra-stylish, 58-room Hotel Korkyra is ideally located in the center of town and blends midcentury influences with glamorous modern design. A true highlight of the four-pearl hotel, besides the decor, is the restaurant, which is among the best in town and serves excellent Croatian cuisine. A few beaches are nearby, but guests looking for a more relaxing spot for some sun might prefer the pool, which tends to be quieter. The hotel is good for couples -- particularly with the glass showers that open to the room (privacy shades are provided) -- but there's not a ton for families. It's also a long drive (roughly four hours) to the airports in Dubrovnik and Split. Those with kids might want to look into the Marko Polo Hotel, though it's all the way over on the other side of the island.
The three-pearl Marko Polo Hotel is an old-fashioned property a short walk from Korcula's small city center and the beach, offering gorgeous views of both. There's plenty to do here for families and couples, thanks to an expansive spa, sea-view outdoor pool, heated indoor pool, water sports, and tennis court. Although the hotel is beyond due for renovations, the 103 rooms are clean and comfortable, plus come with free Wi-Fi. The restaurant serves good local specialities indoors and on a lovely terrace with panoramic vistas. Those who prefer staying directly in the center of town might want to look into the more stylish Hotel Korcula, set between the water and the medieval walls.
The three-pearl Marko Polo Hotel is an old-fashioned property a short walk from Korcula's small city center and the beach, offering gorgeous views of both. There's plenty to do here for families and couples, thanks to an expansive spa, sea-view outdoor pool, heated indoor pool, water sports, and tennis court. Although the hotel is beyond due for renovations, the 103 rooms are clean and comfortable, plus come with free Wi-Fi. The restaurant serves good local specialities indoors and on a lovely terrace with panoramic vistas. Those who prefer staying directly in the center of town might want to look into the more stylish Hotel Korcula, set between the water and the medieval walls.
Zaton Holiday Resort is a three-pearl property that offers four different types of stays for a beach holiday: campsites, glamping, mobile homes, and apartments. Set on a private beach (which is reportedly rocky), there’s a busy social atmosphere here thanks to daily and nightly entertainment, lots of sports activities, and kids’ clubs. Though there’s plenty to do around the 10 pools and lots to eat at the restaurants and pool bars, expect long lines at buffets and pesky fees for some services like sun loungers and beach umbrellas. Families who prefer a quieter atmosphere might consider Falkensteiner Family Hotel Diadora which lacks the lounger fees, has a traditional gym, and pleasant design.
Zaton Holiday Resort is a three-pearl property that offers four different types of stays for a beach holiday: campsites, glamping, mobile homes, and apartments. Set on a private beach (which is reportedly rocky), there’s a busy social atmosphere here thanks to daily and nightly entertainment, lots of sports activities, and kids’ clubs. Though there’s plenty to do around the 10 pools and lots to eat at the restaurants and pool bars, expect long lines at buffets and pesky fees for some services like sun loungers and beach umbrellas. Families who prefer a quieter atmosphere might consider Falkensteiner Family Hotel Diadora which lacks the lounger fees, has a traditional gym, and pleasant design.
The 372-room Amadria Park Ivan clearly stands out as one of, if not the best, of a collection of holiday resort hotels in the region. It has benefitted hugely from a 2013 renovation which has relaunched the hotel with a chic, contemporary feel and world-class facilities -- especially the superlative spa area. Rooms are fresh and modern, though they can be small and Wi-Fi connectivity can be poor. You're likely to pay a little more than other surrounding hotels -- also beware of add-ons -- but the pools, spa, and replica of a typical Dalmatian village are certainly worth the extra outlay.
The 372-room Amadria Park Ivan clearly stands out as one of, if not the best, of a collection of holiday resort hotels in the region. It has benefitted hugely from a 2013 renovation which has relaunched the hotel with a chic, contemporary feel and world-class facilities -- especially the superlative spa area. Rooms are fresh and modern, though they can be small and Wi-Fi connectivity can be poor. You're likely to pay a little more than other surrounding hotels -- also beware of add-ons -- but the pools, spa, and replica of a typical Dalmatian village are certainly worth the extra outlay.
The 307-room Hotel Astarea is a mid-range property located in the quiet village of Mlini, a 20-minute drive from the historic sights of Dubrovnik's Old Town. This hotel has a peaceful, scenic location with a pebble beach and an outdoor pool complete with a children's pool. All rooms have sea-view furnished balconies, but rooms are plain with dated decor. A buffet breakfast is included in most room rates, and the restaurants serve Mediterranean cuisine for dinner. The hotel also has a piano bar with a lovely scenic terrace. All the extraneous fees tacked on to everything from riding the shuttle to town to renting lounge chairs at the beach to using the fitness center may make guests feel nickel-and-dimed. Wi-Fi and parking at least are both free. Those who prefer a Dubrovnik location should consider the similarly priced Hotel More, which offers a cool bar inside a natural cave.
The 307-room Hotel Astarea is a mid-range property located in the quiet village of Mlini, a 20-minute drive from the historic sights of Dubrovnik's Old Town. This hotel has a peaceful, scenic location with a pebble beach and an outdoor pool complete with a children's pool. All rooms have sea-view furnished balconies, but rooms are plain with dated decor. A buffet breakfast is included in most room rates, and the restaurants serve Mediterranean cuisine for dinner. The hotel also has a piano bar with a lovely scenic terrace. All the extraneous fees tacked on to everything from riding the shuttle to town to renting lounge chairs at the beach to using the fitness center may make guests feel nickel-and-dimed. Wi-Fi and parking at least are both free. Those who prefer a Dubrovnik location should consider the similarly priced Hotel More, which offers a cool bar inside a natural cave.
The three-and-a-half pearl Falkensteiner Family Hotel Diadora is a large family-focused hotel on the seafront in Petrcane, a 15-minute drive north of Zadar. Water activities are the big draw here -- there are three pools, plus a huge water slide, and lazy river. The kids’ facilities are extensive and include a children’s spa and 24-hour baby station alongside the usual kids’ club and animation teams. This upper-middle-range property has 250 clean and simple rooms and suites, which feature air-conditioning and can all sleep up to two children. The distance from Zadar doesn’t seem to bother guests, who come here to make the most of the on-site facilities. Couples and solo traveler should certainly look elsewhere. Families might like to compare rates at Falkensteiner Club Funimation Borik, which fronts a sandy beach.
The three-and-a-half pearl Falkensteiner Family Hotel Diadora is a large family-focused hotel on the seafront in Petrcane, a 15-minute drive north of Zadar. Water activities are the big draw here -- there are three pools, plus a huge water slide, and lazy river. The kids’ facilities are extensive and include a children’s spa and 24-hour baby station alongside the usual kids’ club and animation teams. This upper-middle-range property has 250 clean and simple rooms and suites, which feature air-conditioning and can all sleep up to two children. The distance from Zadar doesn’t seem to bother guests, who come here to make the most of the on-site facilities. Couples and solo traveler should certainly look elsewhere. Families might like to compare rates at Falkensteiner Club Funimation Borik, which fronts a sandy beach.
Turist Grabovac is a peaceful, family-friendly, three-and-a-half pearl camping resort that’s conveniently located a 10-minute drive from the Plitvice Lakes National Park. The 33 rooms span various levels of comfort -- many are modern, though some are on the functional side, and there are some housekeeping issues. There are also pitches for travelers with their own tents, but some are far from shared bathrooms. The small pool is a welcome addition, the popular restaurant serves regional cuisine, and the buffet breakfast (costs extra) offers a wide variety; half-board and full-board are available. There’s an on-site minimart, pets are allowed (for a fee), and there’s free Wi-Fi (but it can be patchy) and free parking. Alternatively, Hotel Jezero is located within the park itself, though decor is more dated and rates are higher.
Turist Grabovac is a peaceful, family-friendly, three-and-a-half pearl camping resort that’s conveniently located a 10-minute drive from the Plitvice Lakes National Park. The 33 rooms span various levels of comfort -- many are modern, though some are on the functional side, and there are some housekeeping issues. There are also pitches for travelers with their own tents, but some are far from shared bathrooms. The small pool is a welcome addition, the popular restaurant serves regional cuisine, and the buffet breakfast (costs extra) offers a wide variety; half-board and full-board are available. There’s an on-site minimart, pets are allowed (for a fee), and there’s free Wi-Fi (but it can be patchy) and free parking. Alternatively, Hotel Jezero is located within the park itself, though decor is more dated and rates are higher.
The four-pearl Aminess Grand Azur Hotel has a beachfront location on the coast of Orebic, just across from Korcula Island. Popular with couples and families, the hotel has a relaxed atmosphere and 185 rooms with simple decor, minibars, and air-conditioning. With a pool, all-inclusive dining options, free breakfast, and outdoor activities like a playground or basketball court, there’s a lot to do on-site. Free Wi-Fi and parking doesn’t hurt either. Rooms may be a bit bland and the food is repetitive, but it’s an overall good stay on the beach. As an alternative, travelers could consider Marko Polo on Korcula Island which has an indoor swimming pool, conference hall, and spa.
The four-pearl Aminess Grand Azur Hotel has a beachfront location on the coast of Orebic, just across from Korcula Island. Popular with couples and families, the hotel has a relaxed atmosphere and 185 rooms with simple decor, minibars, and air-conditioning. With a pool, all-inclusive dining options, free breakfast, and outdoor activities like a playground or basketball court, there’s a lot to do on-site. Free Wi-Fi and parking doesn’t hurt either. Rooms may be a bit bland and the food is repetitive, but it’s an overall good stay on the beach. As an alternative, travelers could consider Marko Polo on Korcula Island which has an indoor swimming pool, conference hall, and spa.