Rijeka
With metallic paint on the walls, billowing fabric on the ceilings, animal-print bed linen and art scattered everywhere, this supercentral hostel should…
Must-see hotels in Croatia
Šibenik
Lauded by all who stay the night and longer, this friendly little hostel has a four-bed dorm with pine bunks and lockable drawers on each of its four…
Zagreb
This art deco masterpiece was purpose-built to welcome the Orient Express crowd in 1925 and still holds on to many original features, from its grand…
Zagreb
In the heart of the city, these spacious rooms overlooking the cafe-buzz of Tkalčićeva have swags of style thanks to owner Irena's eye for detail…
Opatija
A 10-storey tower, this one-time Yugoslav-era lumpen hotel is now a smart residence with 200 spacious and stylish rooms offering easy living and…
Zagreb
Tanja and Ivo provide personalised service at this intimate B&B slap in the centre, making it feel more like staying with two cool Zagreb-insiders rather…
Stari Grad
Named after the terracotta statue of Apollo on the roof, this grand old building was built in 1887 for the local luminary who's buried in the lavish domed…
Dubrovnik
Gazing endlessly at the old town and Lokrum from its prime waterfront position, this elegant, low-slung, boutique hotel gleams white against a backdrop of…
Rab Island
The classiest address in Rab, this historic hotel dates to 1924 and retains plenty of period character and formal elegance. All 27 rooms are perfectly…
Opatija
With a gorgeous location beside a rocky cove, this historic hotel has celebrity cachet in spades (Coco Chanel and the Kennedys were guests here). The…
Dubrovnik
Head up the well-worn stairs past corridors adorned with religious art to this friendly little guesthouse, right in the thick of things. The elegant rooms…
Northern Dalmatia
Almost as close to Zadar as to Nin (9km either way), this attractive hotel has a quiet countryside location and is handy for both towns. The apartments…
Trogir
Run by an expat German couple, this excellent hostel has only four dorms, each sleeping seven or eight people. The custom-built wooden bunks have suitcase…
Dubrovnik
Hidden down a hard-to-find and surprisingly quiet lane behind the cathedral, this 17th-century house has eight atmospheric rooms with exposed stone walls…
Central & Eastern Istria
Three friendly dogs, a charming hostess and a clutch of chickens (in that order) will welcome you to this large rural property near the small town of…
Dubrovnik
Hidden away in a quiet nook of the old town, this cute little hostel offers bunk rooms, a small guest kitchen and a bougainvillea-shaded terrace with…
Dubrovnik
Occupying a huge 16th-century villa right by the marina, Kazbek offers intimate luxury, with only 12 rooms and one suite, and a beautiful swimming-pool…
Hvar Town
This brace of comfortable holiday apartments is set behind an olive grove, only a 10-minute walk from the centre of town and, crucially, five minutes from…
Mljet Island
Despite English not being their strong point, the charming hosts offer a warm welcome and maybe even a beer on arrival. With a bit of notice they'll fire…
Trogir
Owned by the same family since 1792, this 17th-century palazzo has five spacious, antique-filled rooms accessed by a grand marble and wrought-iron…
Dubrovnik
Just off the main coastal highway, high above the old town, this outstanding guesthouse offers comfortable modern rooms and wonderful hospitality courtesy…
Bol
There's an olive theme running through this contemporary boutique hotel – and we're not just talking about the colour scheme: potted trees grace the…
Hvar Town
With six bright apartments and two private rooms sharing a kitchen, bougainvillea-draped Komazin is an attractive option near the top of the private…
Split
Oozing character, this restored 150-year-old family house in Veli Varoš has four guest rooms on four floors, with modern fittings combined with original…
Rovinj
This swanky and extremely pricey hotel slopes down towards Lone Bay, a 10-minute stroll from the old town along the Lungomare. Rooms all have balconies,…
Zadar
A deliberately over-the-top recreation of a Venetian palace, this fab little boutique B&B won't be to everyone's taste, but it's one of the more original…
Split
As you step off an insalubrious lane into an old distillery building, the luxuriousness of this little hotel comes as a complete surprise. There are just…
Opatija
The beautifully decorated, classic rooms harmonise perfectly with the Secession-style halls, dining room and rosy facade in this centrally located vintage…
Mljet Island
A gorgeous infinity-lipped rooftop pool is what gives this guesthouse the edge over similar places on Mljet. The rooms are perfectly pleasant, and there's…
Bol
Even the dorms get their own bathrooms in this well-run, custom-built hostel, right in the heart of the old town. Some of the private rooms have wonderful…
Northern Dalmatia
The sweeping Adriatic views from the floor-to-ceiling windows and the contemporary stylishness throughout make this a wonderful choice. Multiple swimming…
Vis Island
This stylish option has four colour-themed rooms (green, cream, chocolate and red) inside a traditional town house with all-modern interiors. The location…
Hvar Town
This large, modern, three-storey house has one double room and five apartments for rent, all with balconies and bathrooms. The hostess speaks English well…
Split
Occupying a historic palazzo right on Split's main square, this boutique hotel has plenty of old-world charm, abetted by medieval stone walls and antique…
Rovinj
As well as making wine and olive oil, the Dobravac family rents a set of 10 spacious, modern rooms in this lovely old peach-coloured villa in the…
Dubrovnik
Located in a historic house in one of the quieter old-town lanes, Celenga has five well-furnished apartments ranging from studios to a two-bedroom…
Split
Decked out in black, white and grey, with splashes of colourful fabric and lots of exposed brick, this stylish set of rooms occupies an apartment block on…
Zagorje
With jacuzzis in every room and views across the lush hills, this spa hotel dishes up a relaxing treat. Most guests are here to chill out, indulge in a…
Slavonia
This is a grand little hotel of two halves. In the main street-facing building, rooms offer lashings of old-school charm, with high beds, plush…
Northern Dalmatia
Nestled within the wild reaches of the Velebit Range 27km northwest of Gospić, this remote dude ranch offers atmospheric accommodation in tepees or wooden…
