155 Best Hotels in Croatia

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.

It's hard to imagine a more romantic setting than this harborside inn that sits in a perfectly restored medieval villa with balconies and a gorgeous garden overlooking the Rab Marina and the hills of Barbat in the distance. Rooms are decorated in warm tones and rich fabrics, and include bathrooms with fluffy bathrobes. Free breakfast is served in the restaurant's leafy garden partially enclosed by the old city walls.

Carefully curated modern furnishings create tremendous relief after a day of hustling through Zadar’s narrow streets. Enjoy fine materials and plush bedding in rooms that, while not exceptionally spacious, are designed to feel so. The restaurant excels in wine selection and sophisticated desserts, and even though it’s one of the most well-regarded restaurants in town, the prices are approachable.

With only 10 rooms—each with its own private view of the sea—this luxurious design hotel is one of Opatija's best. The rooms are all named after a famous person who has visited the resort town—and whose faces have been painted on the wall that sits behind the hotel in Angiolina Park. The personalized service and attention make this hotel a standout in a town where many of the hotels are managed as part of a group. The elegant hotel-restaurant sits right on the Opatija Lungomare, where the sea breezes flow through the open-air seating in summer.

In a tiny village just below Grožnjan, you'll find Bolara 60, a lovingly restored 18th-century stone farmhouse surrounded by peaceful rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves. Anna and Matthew thoughtfully attend to every cozy detail with a high creative standard— from the vintage doorknobs to the wisteria-covered pergola, outdoor pizza oven, cozy open kitchen, antique beds with fine linens, bikes and boots to ramble with, and produce picked fresh from the garden. Anna's a chef, cooking teacher, food writer, and culinary anthropologist with many years working with Alice Waters to draw on, so anything she makes is amazing. But her breakfasts are truly fantastic, especially when eaten in the warmth of her open kitchen, with almost everything on the table made from ingredients grown right on the farm. And if they don't grow it, they know the best farmer, grower, or producer who does. This is a special culinary adventure not to be missed.

Locals are proud of their seafaring history in Orebić, but the Mikulić family has gone the extra mile and turned their boutique hotel—one of the most elegant, charming, and classy hotels on Pelješac—into an unofficial seafaring museum. Previously a 17th-century church and then a schoolhouse, the hotel has been tastefully decorated with relics from past ages, from ancient Greek and Roman vessels to antique binoculars. The rooms are beautifully restored, with original stone walls, soft neutral furnishings, and paintings of ships adorning the walls. The family can also organize tastings at their nearby winery.

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. 

Nestled amid vineyards and olive groves, elegant serenity awaits guests at Boškinac. While all rooms are sunlit and well-appointed, the luxury rooms and suites offer amenities such as Jacuzzi tubs and room service on your private terrace. The most distinctive aspects of the hotel await outside of guests’ rooms: after a full day of exploring Pag, return for an evening of candlelit gourmet dining that is fit for royalty. Sample a tasting menu that features small portions of the chef’s signature dishes while indulging in wine from the Boškinac vineyards, such as the indigenous white Gegić. Follow your night of revelry with an equally refined breakfast while seated at wrought-iron patio tables, savoring Dalmatian prosciutto and fresh-fruit-stuffed strudel.

Located in a quiet neighborhood a short walk up the hill from the center of Cavtat, family-run Castelletto, with its bougainvillea-strewn terraces, cheerful rooms, and laid-back vibe, is a perfect place to unwind and soak up a bit of local life. Breakfast is served poolside on the terrace, and there is a small bar on-site for nightcaps. Ask about airport transfers at the time of booking. The public bus to Dubrovnik stops just across the road; if you're coming from Dubrovnik, ask the driver to let you off one stop before Cavtat center to avoid the walk back uphill.

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.

Diagonally across from the train station, this beautiful hotel built in 1925 for travelers on the original Orient Express has retained and enhanced its elegance and luxury thanks to regular renovations. Louis Armstrong, Elizabeth Taylor, Charles Lindbergh, Orson Welles, Queen Elizabeth II, and Richard Nixon all stayed here, among other famous names, many of whom left photos for the celebrity wall downstairs. Spaces such as its immaculate Habsburg-era lobby, dining room with resplendent chandeliers, domed ballroom, and expansive outdoor terrace with sweeping views have made the hotel adored by business travelers and tourists alike. The spacious high-ceilinged guest rooms and marble bathrooms won't disappoint, and special touches include a glass of champagne on check-in and classical music playing in the hallways.

The beachfront location and expansive sea views from every floor make this grand hotel a welcome addition to the Pula scene. From the welcoming helpful staff and the peaceful blue and sand tones to the thoughtful open design and comfortably elegant decor, the atmosphere here is truly luxurious. Don't miss enjoying a cocktail at sunset at the Lobby Bar Terrace overlooking the large infinity pool, which visually flows into the sea below. After a day at the beach, you can spend a few hours in the full-service spa and then enjoy dinner at one of the lovely restaurants—each one offering spectacular views.

Emerging from the fragrant pine forest, this hotel has an unbelievably perfect location on the waterfront opposite Sveta Katarina Island and the charming Old Town of Rovinj, an excellent restaurant, a top spa, and luxurious accommodations. Designed by the renowned Italian architect Piero Lissoni and Croatian 3LHD Studio, this elegant but unfussy hotel offers artfully designed rooms and suites, many with plunge pools and gardens. Views of Rovinj are mind-blowing and romantic, particularly from the well-regarded Cap Aureo Signature Restaurant and on the marina at the Michelin-starred restaurant Agli Amici. Albaro Wellness & Spa has one of the most intriguing spa menus found in Europe, inspired by Istrian tradition as well as local flora and fauna. Bringing nature into the hotel was critical to the award-winning design, as shown in its use of 30,000 native plants.

This modern luxury hotel has a spectacular beachfront location between Rijeka and the Opatija Riviera. Each room and public area is designed to face the expansive sea views of Kvarner Bay. Six restaurants are found within the resort, including the Michelin-starred Nebo. Locals come for the fabulous over-the-top Sunday brunch and for the delicious cocktails served at sunset in the terrace bar off the lobby. Private beaches, indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, spa services, and fitness and outdoor activities are available at the resort, making the Costabella an oasis in the region.

Elegant, with artistic decoration and a refined ambience, Hotel Bastion offers a chic respite for travelers with a taste for sophistication. The hotel is high-tech, with “smart-room technology” that controls amenities via a digital display and excellent Wi-Fi. Take a trip (or several) to the deluxe spa and pamper your well-heeled traveling feet in a Kneipp foot bath. Eat at the hotel’s internationally renowned slow-food restaurant while watching ferries cross the bay from your perch on one of two terraces.

Perched up on a steep cliff overlooking a rocky beach just under a mile from the Old Town, boutique Hotel Bellevue is a luxury property with both style and soul, thanks to the dedicated staff devoted to customer service. Rooms are effortlessly breezy and light, giving off a hip sailing vibe with crisp white-and-gray-striped linens, light wood furniture, and black-and-white artwork. Each room has a sea view, and some have balconies. Just below the hotel, a half-mile of pebble beach awaits, with a small corner reserved just for hotel guests with chairs and umbrellas available. The water is clear and calm, and there's a small cave within easy swimming distance. The hotel also has an indoor pool, spa, and two excellent restaurants.

The boutique Hotel Kazbek, located in the 16th-century home of a noble Dubrovnik family, offers five-star luxury on an intimate scale, with rooms individually decorated in classic Dubrovnik style, receptionists who know your name, and a peaceful courtyard pool that you'll never want to leave. Rooms are comfortable, tastefully designed, and welcoming, with a platter of sweets waiting at check-in, handmade furniture, king-size beds, bathtubs, and designer toiletries; opt for a room on the first floor if possible, as they have higher roofs and larger windows than rooms on the top floor. Breakfast is made-to-order at the restaurant, where you can also enjoy an excellent gourmet lunch or dinner on the shady courtyard terrace or indoors at a table in the old stone vault. The parent company of Hotel Kazbek, Pervanovo, also operates several apartments in the Old Town, as well as luxury villas.

On the main road leading up to Labin's Old Town, this stylish boutique hotel offers fresh and playful designer interiors in a beautifully renovated palazzo with thoughtful facilities at the ready, such as saunas, steam baths, bicycles, and one of the absolute best restaurants in town. The 14 contemporary rooms all come with elegant interiors, hardwood floors, en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, satellite TV, and Wi-Fi. Free parking and a delicious breakfast with Istrian specialties complete this pretty picture.

On the seafront promenade overlooking the harbor, this hotel in a 1920s-era stone villa is one of the freshest and most stylish boutique properties in the region. Every space—from the individually decorated rooms to the wine bar on the ground floor and the peaceful rooftop terrace and pool bar—is immaculately designed with luscious colorful fabrics and a sense of fun and luxury.

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 in a 19th-century art nouveau building on the main street in Gornji Grad, the Waldinger—named after famous local painter Adolf Waldinger—offers luxury on a cozy scale with an old-world look and feel. Rooms are lavishly decorated with rich fabrics, billowing curtains, and plush carpeting, and common spaces are dotted with period couches and furniture. The adjoining restaurant is as exquisite as the hotel, offering delicately prepared Slavonian specialties as well as a choice selection of wine. And don't miss the Gold by Waldinger café across the road.

Just around the corner from Baranjska Kuća in Karanac is this beautifully restored, family-run working farmhouse where you'll stay in rustic rooms with brick walls and heavy oak furniture, each room uniquely decorated and equally homey. Go horseback riding, bike riding, or just hang out in the big backyard with the friendly owners and their animals.

Check out the great little art-workshop-cum-gift-shop down the road called Farma Etno, where you can buy handmade souvenirs that sell for twice the price in national parks across the country.

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.

Located in a quiet bay a 10-minute walk from Korčula Town, with a large private dock perfect for sunbathing and impromptu barbecues, these homey well-equipped rooms are run by Paulina and Antonio, the most helpful couple you could hope to meet on holiday. The only thing you'll have to worry about is securing one of their four rooms; after that, they'll take care of everything. They have bikes to rent, can organize private wine- and olive oil-tasting tours or island-hopping and snorkeling excursions, and can even make reservations for you at their favorite restaurants. It is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the island away from the Korčula Town crowds.

Located in the countryside near the village of Žminj, La Casa di Matiki may not be a fully working farm, but you’ll find donkeys, chickens, and three dogs here—you can even opt to sleep on hay in the converted barn, or in the more traditional apartments and cottage. While the apartments can be booked as accommodation only, it's strongly recommended to include breakfast: Sonja, the owner, is well-known across the area for her sumptuous breakfast feasts, which include homemade bread, jam, honey, and farm-egg omelets, not to mention her tasty crepes. People who stay here repeatedly claim it was an experience of a lifetime.

This solid lodging option rises from a perfect pebble beach up a hillside overlooking the stunning bay of Lopud. Everything faces the sea, from the terraces of each room to the infinity pool to La Baja Restaurant (one of eight bars and restaurants on-site), where you can have a breezy lunch on the terrace. Elsewhere around the large but manageable property, the on-site Waterhill Wellness Spa is a sanctuary with its Turkish hammam and saunas, infinity Jacuzzi, and outdoor whirlpools. There are hiking trails that start right outside the hotel, and there's no better way to finish an afternoon than with a leisurely stroll along the promenade to the pastry shop to grab a gelato and watch the bright red sunset. Private transfers can be arranged directly from Dubrovnik Airport (€120 for up to four people).

A cluster of stone buildings seamlessly woven into the fabric of the Old Town, this 18th-century palace has been thoughtfully restored into six luxury residences, each its own unique creation that pays subtle homage to stops along Marco Polo's silk route. Lešić Dimitri Palace is more than a hotel; it's a night in an Arabian desert, a bath surrounded by the grandeur of old Venice, or a night sleeping amid the soft textiles of South Asia. Breakfast is served at the on-site Michelin-starred LD Restaurant, where you can also enjoy a lunch or dinner tasting menu prepared by chef Marko Gajski and one of the most stunning seaside locations on the island. With a spa offering Thai and Ayurvedic yoga massages, private sailboats for rent, excursions aboard a traditional wooden boat, and five-star service throughout the property, Lešić Dimitri offers unmatched richness and luxury.

You'll feel immediately at home amid the soft rich furnishings of this 14-room guesthouse in Tvrđa, a one-of-a-kind accommodation and a great place to base yourself while in Osijek. A rambling old building full of arched doorways, long hallways, and exposed brick walls, the house was built in 1861 by an officer in the Austrian army. Each piece of art or sculpture around the hotel is unique, and the super helpful owner, Jasmina, can tell you the story behind each of them. Outside there is a spacious garden courtyard complete with decorative shrubs, bikes to rent, and a small wine and craft-beer bar on-site. They can also organize excursions around Slavonia and Baranja.