Must-see hotels in Zagreb

The oldest hotel in Zagreb (around since 1827) is a peaceful oasis, brimming with character. The 18 rooms are elegantly outfitted, with soft neutral decor…

This adorable B&B in a street-level apartment has four well-appointed rooms decked out by theme – Writers, Crafts, Music and Granny’s. The cosy common…

This backpacker vortex, converted from a 19th-century textile-dye factory, has a very happening bar at its heart. Dorms are small but thoughtfully kitted…

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…

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…

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…

Everything is kept shipshape and squeaky clean at this grey-yellow-and-white themed hostel, run by helpful staff. Four-bed dorms are thoughtfully equipped…

A choice of nine centrally located apartments, all decorated with a different theme from the 'Baroque' apartment's old-world character to contemporary…

This bijou, well-equipped apartment is a good-value choice for couples or solo travellers. It's in a quiet yet central location – southwest from Trg…

Smack on Zagreb's main square, this city landmark has friendly staff and freshly renovated spacious rooms, comfortably outfitted with big TVs (with…

Right by the Botanical Garden (hence the name), the Garden is all clean lines and lashings of white. We like the soothing neutral decor topped off by B&W…

Located down a squiggle of an alley, just off Tomićeva, Chillout has a great bar and a swag of dorms and private rooms. Good-sized dorms are well kitted…

This slick contemporary outfit is straight across the road from the bus station. Large rooms, most with balconies, have funky mirror-stripe walls and…

This small hostel is a peaceful oasis tucked away in a courtyard. Private rooms are decked out with lashings of grey and white. Four-bed dorms (all…

This stylish apartment on the main square, steps from Dolac Market, has all the trimmings imaginable and a friendly host with so many insider tips you'll…

Hotel Astoria is a solid choice just a short stroll from the train station. Part of the Best Western Premier hotel family, the hotel has bright, business…

The largest holiday apartment agency in Zagreb, with 20 stylish, contemporary apartments (from studios to three-beds) dotted around the centre of town,…

A hop-skip-jump from the train station, Palmers Lodge is looking fresh and cheerful after a paint job. Dorms are cramped but bright and clean; six-bed…

This contemporary three-star hotel is so central you can see the Zagreb cathedral from the window of any upper-floor crispy white room. Interiors feature…

Everything looks fresh, bright and cheerful at this friendly hostel, located steps from Maksimir Park. Perks include an on-site bar, a full guest kitchen,…