5 Best Hotels in Central Dalmatia, Croatia

Set in a row of sun-bleached stone houses in the charming neighborhood of Veli Varoš, these beautifully renovated apartments and rooms have been lovingly reimagined to create a clean, bright, modern accommodation that preserves historic elements, like the steep tiled roofs and tiny shuttered windows. Divota (the Dalmatian word for "splendor") is close to Split’s harbor and UNESCO-listed center, so there are loads of restaurants and shops nearby. The airy apartments and rooms include units that can accommodate groups as large as six and also the lone traveler. Spa and yoga sessions are available, and breakfast at a local café is included in the price.

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.

In the center of Makarska, on the palm-lined seafront promenade, this old-fashioned hotel offers rooms with light pine floors accented by dark-color fabrics. The ground-floor terrace café is popular with locals all year long. It's about 150 meters (less than 500 feet) from the nearest beach. 

Located on the outskirts of the city, this nearly net-zero-emission hotel offers guests comfortable modern rooms with sea views, as well as a private beach and an on-site restaurant. Other amenities include a rooftop swimming pool and a cocktail bar, as well as wellness facilities and yoga sessions on the terrace.

Just east of the Old Town, this hotel is a traditional Dalmatian stone building with green wooden shutters and guest rooms rustically decorated with wood and metal elements. The ground-floor restaurant features exposed stone walls and modern wood furniture; it serves breakfast and dinner (pizza, seafood, and meat dishes).