This upper-middle-range resort is located on Lopud, a car-free island a short ferry ride from Dubrovnik. Its quiet beachfront location attracts leisure travelers and families who are looking for a resort atmosphere, and almost all areas of the resort offer panoramic sea views. The 182 guest rooms are spacious and have balconies with sea views. Amenities include two infinity pools, three restaurants, three bars, and a spa with a sauna, plus a Turkish bath, a whirlpool, and a relaxation area. For a resort hotel, rates are competitive, but notable downsides include extra charges for the spa, premium beach chairs, and ferry service. Travelers looking for a similar resort-style property may want to compare rates and features at the Admiral Grand Hotel, about a 40-minute drive from Dubrovnik.
This upper-middle-range resort is located on Lopud, a car-free island a short ferry ride from Dubrovnik. Its quiet beachfront location attracts leisure travelers and families who are looking for a resort atmosphere, and almost all areas of the resort offer panoramic sea views. The 182 guest rooms are spacious and have balconies with sea views. Amenities include two infinity pools, three restaurants, three bars, and a spa with a sauna, plus a Turkish bath, a whirlpool, and a relaxation area. For a resort hotel, rates are competitive, but notable downsides include extra charges for the spa, premium beach chairs, and ferry service. Travelers looking for a similar resort-style property may want to compare rates and features at the Admiral Grand Hotel, about a 40-minute drive from Dubrovnik.
The ultra-stylish, 58-room Hotel Korkyra is ideally located in the center of town and blends midcentury influences with glamorous modern design. A true highlight of the four-pearl hotel, besides the decor, is the restaurant, which is among the best in town and serves excellent Croatian cuisine. A few beaches are nearby, but guests looking for a more relaxing spot for some sun might prefer the pool, which tends to be quieter. The hotel is good for couples -- particularly with the glass showers that open to the room (privacy shades are provided) -- but there's not a ton for families. It's also a long drive (roughly four hours) to the airports in Dubrovnik and Split. Those with kids might want to look into the Marko Polo Hotel, though it's all the way over on the other side of the island.
The ultra-stylish, 58-room Hotel Korkyra is ideally located in the center of town and blends midcentury influences with glamorous modern design. A true highlight of the four-pearl hotel, besides the decor, is the restaurant, which is among the best in town and serves excellent Croatian cuisine. A few beaches are nearby, but guests looking for a more relaxing spot for some sun might prefer the pool, which tends to be quieter. The hotel is good for couples -- particularly with the glass showers that open to the room (privacy shades are provided) -- but there's not a ton for families. It's also a long drive (roughly four hours) to the airports in Dubrovnik and Split. Those with kids might want to look into the Marko Polo Hotel, though it's all the way over on the other side of the island.
Zaton Holiday Resort is a three-pearl property that offers four different types of stays for a beach holiday: campsites, glamping, mobile homes, and apartments. Set on a private beach (which is reportedly rocky), there’s a busy social atmosphere here thanks to daily and nightly entertainment, lots of sports activities, and kids’ clubs. Though there’s plenty to do around the 10 pools and lots to eat at the restaurants and pool bars, expect long lines at buffets and pesky fees for some services like sun loungers and beach umbrellas. Families who prefer a quieter atmosphere might consider Falkensteiner Family Hotel Diadora which lacks the lounger fees, has a traditional gym, and pleasant design.
Zaton Holiday Resort is a three-pearl property that offers four different types of stays for a beach holiday: campsites, glamping, mobile homes, and apartments. Set on a private beach (which is reportedly rocky), there’s a busy social atmosphere here thanks to daily and nightly entertainment, lots of sports activities, and kids’ clubs. Though there’s plenty to do around the 10 pools and lots to eat at the restaurants and pool bars, expect long lines at buffets and pesky fees for some services like sun loungers and beach umbrellas. Families who prefer a quieter atmosphere might consider Falkensteiner Family Hotel Diadora which lacks the lounger fees, has a traditional gym, and pleasant design.
The 372-room Amadria Park Ivan clearly stands out as one of, if not the best, of a collection of holiday resort hotels in the region. It has benefitted hugely from a 2013 renovation which has relaunched the hotel with a chic, contemporary feel and world-class facilities -- especially the superlative spa area. Rooms are fresh and modern, though they can be small and Wi-Fi connectivity can be poor. You're likely to pay a little more than other surrounding hotels -- also beware of add-ons -- but the pools, spa, and replica of a typical Dalmatian village are certainly worth the extra outlay.
The 372-room Amadria Park Ivan clearly stands out as one of, if not the best, of a collection of holiday resort hotels in the region. It has benefitted hugely from a 2013 renovation which has relaunched the hotel with a chic, contemporary feel and world-class facilities -- especially the superlative spa area. Rooms are fresh and modern, though they can be small and Wi-Fi connectivity can be poor. You're likely to pay a little more than other surrounding hotels -- also beware of add-ons -- but the pools, spa, and replica of a typical Dalmatian village are certainly worth the extra outlay.
The 307-room Hotel Astarea is a mid-range property located in the quiet village of Mlini, a 20-minute drive from the historic sights of Dubrovnik's Old Town. This hotel has a peaceful, scenic location with a pebble beach and an outdoor pool complete with a children's pool. All rooms have sea-view furnished balconies, but rooms are plain with dated decor. A buffet breakfast is included in most room rates, and the restaurants serve Mediterranean cuisine for dinner. The hotel also has a piano bar with a lovely scenic terrace. All the extraneous fees tacked on to everything from riding the shuttle to town to renting lounge chairs at the beach to using the fitness center may make guests feel nickel-and-dimed. Wi-Fi and parking at least are both free. Those who prefer a Dubrovnik location should consider the similarly priced Hotel More, which offers a cool bar inside a natural cave.
The 307-room Hotel Astarea is a mid-range property located in the quiet village of Mlini, a 20-minute drive from the historic sights of Dubrovnik's Old Town. This hotel has a peaceful, scenic location with a pebble beach and an outdoor pool complete with a children's pool. All rooms have sea-view furnished balconies, but rooms are plain with dated decor. A buffet breakfast is included in most room rates, and the restaurants serve Mediterranean cuisine for dinner. The hotel also has a piano bar with a lovely scenic terrace. All the extraneous fees tacked on to everything from riding the shuttle to town to renting lounge chairs at the beach to using the fitness center may make guests feel nickel-and-dimed. Wi-Fi and parking at least are both free. Those who prefer a Dubrovnik location should consider the similarly priced Hotel More, which offers a cool bar inside a natural cave.
The four-pearl Aminess Grand Azur Hotel has a beachfront location on the coast of Orebic, just across from Korcula Island. Popular with couples and families, the hotel has a relaxed atmosphere and 185 rooms with simple decor, minibars, and air-conditioning. With a pool, all-inclusive dining options, free breakfast, and outdoor activities like a playground or basketball court, there’s a lot to do on-site. Free Wi-Fi and parking doesn’t hurt either. Rooms may be a bit bland and the food is repetitive, but it’s an overall good stay on the beach. As an alternative, travelers could consider Marko Polo on Korcula Island which has an indoor swimming pool, conference hall, and spa.
The four-pearl Aminess Grand Azur Hotel has a beachfront location on the coast of Orebic, just across from Korcula Island. Popular with couples and families, the hotel has a relaxed atmosphere and 185 rooms with simple decor, minibars, and air-conditioning. With a pool, all-inclusive dining options, free breakfast, and outdoor activities like a playground or basketball court, there’s a lot to do on-site. Free Wi-Fi and parking doesn’t hurt either. Rooms may be a bit bland and the food is repetitive, but it’s an overall good stay on the beach. As an alternative, travelers could consider Marko Polo on Korcula Island which has an indoor swimming pool, conference hall, and spa.