2 Best Hotels in Central Dalmatia, Croatia

Sitting in its own bay with a pinewood backdrop, this colossal modern white structure is a peaceful 10-minute walk along the coastal path from the center of Hvar Town. The rooms are decorated in warm hues and have spacious bathrooms. There's a large, free-form, cascading pool set in gardens out front.

A world unto its own and set in landscaped gardens with a half mile of beach, this vast self-contained complex was Split's first five-star hotel, offering guests water-skiing, windsurfing, tennis courts, a luxurious spa and wellness center, an indoor pool, and an outdoor infinity pool overlooking the sea. The modern, sleek, minimalist interior was designed by Italian architect Lorenzo Bellini. Spacious guest rooms and suites have floor-to-ceiling windows, and most of the light-wood-paneled bathrooms have a separate tub and shower.