The four-pearl Hotel Vestibul Palace is a chic boutique hideaway set within the ancient walls of Diocletian’s Palace in Split’s old town. This tranquil, romantic hotel is a great example of a sympathetic -- yet contemporary -- restoration, with smart furniture set against the original architectural features throughout the entire hotel. There are just seven rooms and suites -- all have air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and modern bathrooms. The restaurant has tables in the pretty square out front, and breakfast is free. The hotel does its best to counteract the issues of its pedestrianized old town location, but the downsides here are the usual: no elevator and no parking nearby. It’s worth comparing rates at the Marmont Hotel, which has a similar old town setting and adds a rooftop terrace.
The four-pearl Hotel Vestibul Palace is a chic boutique hideaway set within the ancient walls of Diocletian’s Palace in Split’s old town. This tranquil, romantic hotel is a great example of a sympathetic -- yet contemporary -- restoration, with smart furniture set against the original architectural features throughout the entire hotel. There are just seven rooms and suites -- all have air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and modern bathrooms. The restaurant has tables in the pretty square out front, and breakfast is free. The hotel does its best to counteract the issues of its pedestrianized old town location, but the downsides here are the usual: no elevator and no parking nearby. It’s worth comparing rates at the Marmont Hotel, which has a similar old town setting and adds a rooftop terrace.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Bol is a breath of fresh air, with superb views of the ocean and mountains. It's full of little touches designed to provide the full boutique experience. The 18 modern rooms include free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning. A stylish lobby bar, gym, sauna, and pool are all nice-to-haves for travelers looking to kick back on-site, and there's a free shuttle to famous Zlatni Rat beach. Guests rave about the breakfast buffet, though there's no restaurant for lunch and dinner. A couple of dining options are nearby, and it's a 10-minute stroll down to the waterfront and center of town. The hotel's sleek finish comes at a price, so travelers on a budget might consider nearby Villa Giardino instead. It lacks the polish, but has lovely grounds.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Bol is a breath of fresh air, with superb views of the ocean and mountains. It's full of little touches designed to provide the full boutique experience. The 18 modern rooms include free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning. A stylish lobby bar, gym, sauna, and pool are all nice-to-haves for travelers looking to kick back on-site, and there's a free shuttle to famous Zlatni Rat beach. Guests rave about the breakfast buffet, though there's no restaurant for lunch and dinner. A couple of dining options are nearby, and it's a 10-minute stroll down to the waterfront and center of town. The hotel's sleek finish comes at a price, so travelers on a budget might consider nearby Villa Giardino instead. It lacks the polish, but has lovely grounds.
The upper-middle-range Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo is a quaint property located within easy walking distance of the largely unknown Entrance 3 to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Entirely made of wood in the traditional local style, its 18 rooms are charming and well-equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, but there have been reports of poor maintenance, and some units are a tad too rustic for the price. The outdoor plunge pool, kids’ playroom, and petting zoo are convenient perks for families, while the spa and wine bar are great for a romantic getaway. Food, however, gets average reviews, and breakfast (not included in the standard rate) is overpriced. A good alternative is Villa Mukinja, a family-run bed-and-breakfast located close to Entrance 2.
The upper-middle-range Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo is a quaint property located within easy walking distance of the largely unknown Entrance 3 to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Entirely made of wood in the traditional local style, its 18 rooms are charming and well-equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, but there have been reports of poor maintenance, and some units are a tad too rustic for the price. The outdoor plunge pool, kids’ playroom, and petting zoo are convenient perks for families, while the spa and wine bar are great for a romantic getaway. Food, however, gets average reviews, and breakfast (not included in the standard rate) is overpriced. A good alternative is Villa Mukinja, a family-run bed-and-breakfast located close to Entrance 2.
Tourist Centar Marko is a three-pearl hotel that offers basic accommodations but solid on-site amenities, including a restaurant and bar with traditional food, and an outdoor pool, tennis court, and playground. There isn't much within walking distance, but it's convenient for tourists visiting Pitvice Lakes National Park. Many of the hotel's 18 guest rooms are dated, though larger rooms housed in two annexes are a bit more modern, and some have nice private balconies. Standard amenities include AC and free Wi-Fi, but there are no kettles or mini-fridges, and some units have older, tube-style TVs. Minimum stays may be required to use all facilities without incurring fees. Travelers seeking more varied lodging options can compare rates at Turist Grabovac, which has everything from suites with kitchens to teepees for camping.
Tourist Centar Marko is a three-pearl hotel that offers basic accommodations but solid on-site amenities, including a restaurant and bar with traditional food, and an outdoor pool, tennis court, and playground. There isn't much within walking distance, but it's convenient for tourists visiting Pitvice Lakes National Park. Many of the hotel's 18 guest rooms are dated, though larger rooms housed in two annexes are a bit more modern, and some have nice private balconies. Standard amenities include AC and free Wi-Fi, but there are no kettles or mini-fridges, and some units have older, tube-style TVs. Minimum stays may be required to use all facilities without incurring fees. Travelers seeking more varied lodging options can compare rates at Turist Grabovac, which has everything from suites with kitchens to teepees for camping.
Hotel Maritimo Makarska offers a prime location that's right on the beachfront promenade, which cuts across its restaurant's breezy outdoor terrace. The three-pearl property has 22 colorful guest rooms with private furnished balconies, though not all have sea views. All units have AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and kettles (by request), but bathrooms lack toiletries. Free breakfast is offered, and the bar serves up booze or espresso in an outdoor lounge, but there's no gym, and there isn't much for kids to do. Leisure travelers and families with young children who are looking for more amenities can check out the four-pearl Hotel Meteor, located down the beach.
Hotel Maritimo Makarska offers a prime location that's right on the beachfront promenade, which cuts across its restaurant's breezy outdoor terrace. The three-pearl property has 22 colorful guest rooms with private furnished balconies, though not all have sea views. All units have AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and kettles (by request), but bathrooms lack toiletries. Free breakfast is offered, and the bar serves up booze or espresso in an outdoor lounge, but there's no gym, and there isn't much for kids to do. Leisure travelers and families with young children who are looking for more amenities can check out the four-pearl Hotel Meteor, located down the beach.
Three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Osejava is perfectly placed on the edge of Makarska's harbor, near the lively waterfront and a small shingle beach. It's a great base to explore the historic town, and there are plenty of spaces to sit back and enjoy the view too, with two restaurants, a cafe, and a secluded pool. The 50 rooms have a contemporary coastal style and many feature balconies and sea views. The Junior Suite has a particularly superb ocean view from its bathtub, and Suites have their own private saunas. It's a top choice for those who want to be in the heart of the action, but that can mean noise. Travelers who prefer a quieter spot, could check out Hotel Maritimo on the main beach, though it lacks the Osejava's contemporary finish.
Three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Osejava is perfectly placed on the edge of Makarska's harbor, near the lively waterfront and a small shingle beach. It's a great base to explore the historic town, and there are plenty of spaces to sit back and enjoy the view too, with two restaurants, a cafe, and a secluded pool. The 50 rooms have a contemporary coastal style and many feature balconies and sea views. The Junior Suite has a particularly superb ocean view from its bathtub, and Suites have their own private saunas. It's a top choice for those who want to be in the heart of the action, but that can mean noise. Travelers who prefer a quieter spot, could check out Hotel Maritimo on the main beach, though it lacks the Osejava's contemporary finish.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Laguna Mediteran is a particularly good choice for families, about a seven-minute walk from Plava Laguna Beach and a six-minute drive from Porec. Open seasonally (April - October) the hotel features a wealth of facilities and activities, including a heated outdoor pool and children's pool, tennis courts, beach volleyball and soccer, a kids' club, and nightly entertainment. There's an on-site buffet restaurant that serves breakfast (fee) and dinner, with outdoor seating, and aperitif bar. The property's 332 guest rooms have a simple, contemporary look, and while they lack kettles and mini-fridges, all come with AC, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, and some have balconies. Travelers looking for a more upscale stay can consider The nearby Valamar Diamant Hotel.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Laguna Mediteran is a particularly good choice for families, about a seven-minute walk from Plava Laguna Beach and a six-minute drive from Porec. Open seasonally (April - October) the hotel features a wealth of facilities and activities, including a heated outdoor pool and children's pool, tennis courts, beach volleyball and soccer, a kids' club, and nightly entertainment. There's an on-site buffet restaurant that serves breakfast (fee) and dinner, with outdoor seating, and aperitif bar. The property's 332 guest rooms have a simple, contemporary look, and while they lack kettles and mini-fridges, all come with AC, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, and some have balconies. Travelers looking for a more upscale stay can consider The nearby Valamar Diamant Hotel.
Valamar Crystal Hotel is an upper-middle-range beachside hotel located just outside Porec. The hotel caters to families, offering amenities like free supervised children's activities, a game room, a kids' pool, a children's section in the on-site restaurant, and free family kits, but cribs are charged extra. The 223 well-maintained guest rooms are spread over six floors and feature air-conditioning, 22-inch flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, and sofa beds. Most rooms have balconies overlooking the garden, some with partial sea views. Downsides include some cramped guest rooms and dated bathrooms (but renovations are planned). Thanks to its family facilities and reasonable rates, this resort can get crowded during the busy summer season. Another alternative families could consider is Valamar Club Tamaris.
Valamar Crystal Hotel is an upper-middle-range beachside hotel located just outside Porec. The hotel caters to families, offering amenities like free supervised children's activities, a game room, a kids' pool, a children's section in the on-site restaurant, and free family kits, but cribs are charged extra. The 223 well-maintained guest rooms are spread over six floors and feature air-conditioning, 22-inch flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, and sofa beds. Most rooms have balconies overlooking the garden, some with partial sea views. Downsides include some cramped guest rooms and dated bathrooms (but renovations are planned). Thanks to its family facilities and reasonable rates, this resort can get crowded during the busy summer season. Another alternative families could consider is Valamar Club Tamaris.
The upscale Hotel Laguna Parentium is one of Porec's swankiest properties, and it's located on its own peninsula surrounded by the sea. Completely refurbished in 2012, the hotel has a bright and modern look and is exceptionally well-maintained. All 269 guest rooms have balconies (most with sea views), and they're well-equipped with 40-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. On-site amenities include a generous buffet breakfast (free), three on-site restaurants, two outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and the wellness center with four saunas and a fitness center. The quiet atmosphere appeals to adult clientele; families are welcome, but there are no features that cater to children. Those looking for kids' facilities and activities should consider All Inclusive Hotel Laguna Albatros.
The upscale Hotel Laguna Parentium is one of Porec's swankiest properties, and it's located on its own peninsula surrounded by the sea. Completely refurbished in 2012, the hotel has a bright and modern look and is exceptionally well-maintained. All 269 guest rooms have balconies (most with sea views), and they're well-equipped with 40-inch flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and minibars. On-site amenities include a generous buffet breakfast (free), three on-site restaurants, two outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and the wellness center with four saunas and a fitness center. The quiet atmosphere appeals to adult clientele; families are welcome, but there are no features that cater to children. Those looking for kids' facilities and activities should consider All Inclusive Hotel Laguna Albatros.
A budget property offering 547 apartments, the seasonal Apartments Lanterna attracts travelers seeking an inexpensive Croatian beach holiday, especially families and groups from neighboring countries. Apartments are basic and dated, with kitchens, living rooms, and balconies. They lack air-conditioning or fans, which can be problematic, plus Wi-Fi is only available at reception. There's not much in terms of features beyond a restaurant that has a nice outdoor area with pretty sea views, plus the property grounds themselves are lovely. There are a couple of beaches -- mostly rocky/pebble ones with sunbathing terraces -- that can be reached in 10 to 15 minutes on foot. For travelers who require a pool, the Naturist Solaris Residence Hotel is a good alternative, but rates are higher.
A budget property offering 547 apartments, the seasonal Apartments Lanterna attracts travelers seeking an inexpensive Croatian beach holiday, especially families and groups from neighboring countries. Apartments are basic and dated, with kitchens, living rooms, and balconies. They lack air-conditioning or fans, which can be problematic, plus Wi-Fi is only available at reception. There's not much in terms of features beyond a restaurant that has a nice outdoor area with pretty sea views, plus the property grounds themselves are lovely. There are a couple of beaches -- mostly rocky/pebble ones with sunbathing terraces -- that can be reached in 10 to 15 minutes on foot. For travelers who require a pool, the Naturist Solaris Residence Hotel is a good alternative, but rates are higher.