35 Best Hotels in Central Dalmatia, Croatia

Only a couple steps away from Diocletian's Palace in a historical building, this is quite possibly the best lodging in the city with its rooftop terrace, library, bar, and a great view of the main Split square. It's in the pedestrian-only area of Split but has reserved parking; you can be picked up by hotel staff and brought to the hotel door. All rooms have satellite TV and Wi-Fi. The staff members are cordial and well-versed in assisting travelers, the rooms are spacious, and the rich breakfast seals the deal: the Judita scores high on all accounts.

This intimate Old Town standout located directly within Diocletian's Palace features interiors that have been carefully renovated to expose Roman stone and brickwork, along with more modern minimalist design details. A bar and restaurant can be found on the ground floor and seven rooms are upstairs, complete with subtle lighting and plasma TVs. A Villa Dobrić annex features an additional two suites, two rooms, and a bar with a terrace out front. Be sure to ask to stay in the main building.

With comfortable accommodations, fine food, and individualized excursions, this adults-only beachfront hotel stands out on the Makarska Riviera as a wonderful place for a summer holiday. The owners of this boutique property have invested a piece of themselves in every detail, such as the selection of Scandinavian-style furniture made from Croatian timber and the candlelit dinners in their beachside restaurant accompanied by live music. The hotel may close (or reopen) over the winter depending on the number of reservations it has, so check ahead if you're traveling at that time. 

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.

Built into a sheer cliff face overlooking the Cetina River, Villa Dvor has comfortable rooms offering sea, mountain, or river views. Out front, the Knez Restaurant terrace (where breakfast is served) looks onto the river canyon, and there's also a small outdoor whirlpool. The eco-friendly owner has ingeniously devised a way of using the river to power the hotel's heating and air-conditioning systems, and the building also uses solar panels.

Located on the palm-lined Hvar Town waterfront, opposite the ferry landing station, the hotel was renovated in 2022 with a sleek Mediterranean look that favors white, blue, and earth tones. Some rooms boast a beautiful sea view and now have soundproof windows, so the extra cost is well worth it. A restaurant and bar with long open hours serve regional dishes and artisanal cocktails on the seafront promenade. Guests can use the pool at sister hotel Adriana, a five-minute walk away. 

Just a five-minute walk from the harbor, this small hotel with strikingly designed rooms is set in a white stone building with large blue-shuttered windows and airy curtains. The mix of antiques and white furniture gives guest rooms a modern feel with a splash of vintage vibe.

This well-appointed hotel has a rooftop pool and sophisticated cocktail bar, affording stunning views of the sea and Old Town, and a chic ground-floor restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine on the harborfront. Guest rooms, decorated in minimalist style in subtle earthy shades with dark wooden floors, have flat-screen TVs and bathrooms with glass partitions. The Sensori Spa offers luxurious treatments, as well as a sauna and gym.

Experience the peacefulness of the Croatian countryside at the Kalpić family estate while exploring both Šibenik and nearby Krka National Park. Just 10 minutes from both, it provides the perfect complement after a busy day of sightseeing, allowing guests to gather their impressions and soak up nature. The rooms are comfortable and nicely furnished, and meals are prepared using local produce and old-fashioned methods, most often on the grill or under the peka, a traditional bell-shape lid used to cook meals over an open fire.

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.

Set amid pine trees on the path to Zlatni Rat Beach—and just a 10-minute walk from Bol's Old Town—this hotel occupies a modern, three-story white building with rooms renovated in 2022, and amenities include an outdoor pool and a gym, as well as a restaurant with a terrace. The hotel can assist with organizing diving lessons, excursions across the island, and airport transfers.

This small, chic, family-run bed-and-breakfast in a beautifully renovated 400-year-old villa is perfectly located a few minutes' walk from the center of bustling Trogir and just across the street from the ACI Marina Trogir. Rooms are artistically decorated with bright hues and have different configurations, though all are modern in style with neutral tones and pops of color on walls or furniture. A bar and restaurant are on-site.

Freshly renovated, this boutique villa with rooms and suites offers guests a sophisticated taste of times past in an intimate island setting. The villa was once home to a prominent 19th-century Croatian writer and archaeologist, Hvar-born Don Šime Ljubič, who named the villa after the mythological Greek god Apollo (Apolon in Croatian). Each room's design takes its inspiration from a different Greek muse and combines traditional Mediterranean style with contemporary touches. Glossy wooden floors, earth-tone decor, and bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers add to the luxurious atmosphere. At the time of this writing, the restaurant and wine bar are due to reopen in summer 2024. 

Sitting on the city waterfront, right next to the historic center, this modern four-star hotel offers a range of elegant rooms and suites. Some rooms have terraces, and there's also a small wellness center on-site.

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. 

The second hotel to open in Skradin, the four-star Bonaca offers rooms with modern neutral-hued decor, an outdoor pool, and a sunbathing terrace. The hotel's Mediterranean restaurant is a five-minute walk down the harbor. Some rooms feature pretty sea views.

This sleek five-star hotel—offering rooms both functional and sophisticated, with wooden floors, earth-tone fabrics, and spacious bathrooms—is a short walk from the city’s car-free center and close to all the main attractions. The lovely old-fashioned Italianate facade belies the chic 21st-century interior; each room has a smart TV and tablet to help guests navigate their stay and communicate with hotel staff. There’s a rooftop bar with an unbeatable view and two restaurants serving dishes with locally sourced ingredients and regional wines.

Located in the Old Town and overlooking the Trogir Channel, the hotel is in an old stone building that's been refurbished into a small family-run hotel above a popular restaurant. Most rooms are basic, with double or twin beds, and some have whirlpool tubs. The hotel can arrange excursions to islands or other areas on the coast, and the downstairs restaurant has lovely outdoor seating.

Located just outside the palace walls and close to the port, this contemporary boutique hotel makes a great base for exploring Split and has spunkily designed rooms that are both sleek and well-insulated from the cacophony of the city. The hotel offers wonderful views of the city's patchwork of clay-colored rooftops. A cigar lounge is available on-site for relaxation in style, and the breakfast buffet offers fresh substantial fare.

This 19th-century stone building on the seafront in Prvić Luka was once the village school, and after a careful restoration it reopened as a boutique hotel with rooms that have wooden floors, modern minimalist furniture, and some exposed stone walls. Many rooms also offer a sea view. On the ground floor, the Val Restaurant serves Dalmatian cuisine on a waterside terrace. The owners can organize excursions to neighboring islands and to the Krka and Kornati national parks, and the hotel stays open all year.

This sleek adults-only hotel with a rooftop bar, stylish rooms (most of which have a sea view), and a pool offers something not found in many places on Brač: an urban-style island retreat. It occupies a formerly abandoned school building next to the town hall, but the central location isn't the only thing that keeps guests from wandering too far. The à la carte restaurant serves delicious seasonal fare, and the view of Split from the rooftop bar can’t be beat as you sip refreshing cocktails in the evening.

Smart and reliable, this five-star hotel in a 1921 building lies 10 minutes east of the city walls, overlooking Bačvice Bay. The rooms are modern and neatly furnished, and a pleasant restaurant terrace with palms offers views over the sea.

Inherited and restored antique furniture fills this charming hotel in a typical Dalmatian stone building in the heart of the Old Town. Rooms have heavy wooden desks and beds, as well as modern en suite bathrooms. The adjoining Konoba Pašike restaurant serves barbecued Dalmatian meat and fish dishes at outdoor tables.

One of only a handful of hotels within the palace walls, the comparatively affordable Peristil is located right behind the cathedral and just inside the Silver Gate, the city gate leading to the open-air market. Guest rooms are comfortable and well-equipped, and most have pretty wooden floors. The on-site Tiffany Restaurant has open-air dining on a pleasant shady terrace out front.

In Vis Town, east of the ferry quay, this chic little hotel is hidden away between stone cottages on a quiet cobbled side street. All the rooms and suites are smartly furnished and modern; on the top floor there's a deluxe room with a whirlpool tub and a large terrace with a sea view. Downstairs is Restaurant Boccadoro, serving creative Mediterranean cuisine.

Friendly and family-run, this simple hotel in a refurbished stone town house in the center of Skradin was the first hotel in town. It has comfortable rooms and a restaurant with a pleasant terrace out front. 

Split's longest continuously operating hotel since it opened in 1900, Slavija occupies a historic building within the walls of Diocletian's Palace that offers affordable, basic, but comfortable rooms. Top-floor accommodations have terraces overlooking the city's terra-cotta roofs, and free breakfast is served in the restaurant. Some travelers may find the noise from the surrounding bars distracting at night, especially during high season. 

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.

This historical villa on Čiovo Island has been converted into a small family-run hotel with wood-floor rooms, some with a sea view and whirlpool tub. The hotel can also help with renting bicycles.

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).