The upper-middle-range Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo is a quaint property located within easy walking distance of the largely unknown Entrance 3 to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Entirely made of wood in the traditional local style, its 18 rooms are charming and well-equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, but there have been reports of poor maintenance, and some units are a tad too rustic for the price. The outdoor plunge pool, kids’ playroom, and petting zoo are convenient perks for families, while the spa and wine bar are great for a romantic getaway. Food, however, gets average reviews, and breakfast (not included in the standard rate) is overpriced. A good alternative is Villa Mukinja, a family-run bed-and-breakfast located close to Entrance 2.
The upper-middle-range Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo is a quaint property located within easy walking distance of the largely unknown Entrance 3 to the Plitvice Lakes National Park. Entirely made of wood in the traditional local style, its 18 rooms are charming and well-equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, but there have been reports of poor maintenance, and some units are a tad too rustic for the price. The outdoor plunge pool, kids’ playroom, and petting zoo are convenient perks for families, while the spa and wine bar are great for a romantic getaway. Food, however, gets average reviews, and breakfast (not included in the standard rate) is overpriced. A good alternative is Villa Mukinja, a family-run bed-and-breakfast located close to Entrance 2.
Tourist Centar Marko is a three-pearl hotel that offers basic accommodations but solid on-site amenities, including a restaurant and bar with traditional food, and an outdoor pool, tennis court, and playground. There isn't much within walking distance, but it's convenient for tourists visiting Pitvice Lakes National Park. Many of the hotel's 18 guest rooms are dated, though larger rooms housed in two annexes are a bit more modern, and some have nice private balconies. Standard amenities include AC and free Wi-Fi, but there are no kettles or mini-fridges, and some units have older, tube-style TVs. Minimum stays may be required to use all facilities without incurring fees. Travelers seeking more varied lodging options can compare rates at Turist Grabovac, which has everything from suites with kitchens to teepees for camping.
Tourist Centar Marko is a three-pearl hotel that offers basic accommodations but solid on-site amenities, including a restaurant and bar with traditional food, and an outdoor pool, tennis court, and playground. There isn't much within walking distance, but it's convenient for tourists visiting Pitvice Lakes National Park. Many of the hotel's 18 guest rooms are dated, though larger rooms housed in two annexes are a bit more modern, and some have nice private balconies. Standard amenities include AC and free Wi-Fi, but there are no kettles or mini-fridges, and some units have older, tube-style TVs. Minimum stays may be required to use all facilities without incurring fees. Travelers seeking more varied lodging options can compare rates at Turist Grabovac, which has everything from suites with kitchens to teepees for camping.
Plitvice Miric Inn is a small, family-run, bed-and-breakfast-style inn with 11 rooms located in a quiet, green setting. The comfortable rooms are reasonably spacious and exceptionally clean. Breakfast is included, and the dinners served here every evening (for an extra fee) get rave reviews. It's a 20-minute walk from Plitvice National Park, a great location for those who want to get an early start and avoid the big crowds who arrive by tour bus during the day. The nearby Plitvice Ethno House offers similar value but also has an outdoor plunge pool, while other
nearby properties of the same category -- such as Rada Guest House, Plitvice House Pox, and Lake House -- have cheaper rooms, but their rates do not include breakfast.
Plitvice Miric Inn is a small, family-run, bed-and-breakfast-style inn with 11 rooms located in a quiet, green setting. The comfortable rooms are reasonably spacious and exceptionally clean. Breakfast is included, and the dinners served here every evening (for an extra fee) get rave reviews. It's a 20-minute walk from Plitvice National Park, a great location for those who want to get an early start and avoid the big crowds who arrive by tour bus during the day. The nearby Plitvice Ethno House offers similar value but also has an outdoor plunge pool, while other
nearby properties of the same category -- such as Rada Guest House, Plitvice House Pox, and Lake House -- have cheaper rooms, but their rates do not include breakfast.
With 229 rooms, the three-pearl Hotel Jezero is the biggest of the three hotels located within Plitvice National Park, and it's probably the nicest. It’s in an ideal location for those who love to be close to nature and want to get an early start on the walking trails before busloads of tourists arrive. The hotel can get busy during the high season when many tour groups stay here. Compared to other private lodging available nearby, the Jezero and the other two government-run park hotels are more expensive, but it may be worth paying a premium to be right in the park. Otherwise, for better value stay at Plitvice Miric Inn, located about a five-minute drive outside the park.
With 229 rooms, the three-pearl Hotel Jezero is the biggest of the three hotels located within Plitvice National Park, and it's probably the nicest. It’s in an ideal location for those who love to be close to nature and want to get an early start on the walking trails before busloads of tourists arrive. The hotel can get busy during the high season when many tour groups stay here. Compared to other private lodging available nearby, the Jezero and the other two government-run park hotels are more expensive, but it may be worth paying a premium to be right in the park. Otherwise, for better value stay at Plitvice Miric Inn, located about a five-minute drive outside the park.
Like the other government-owned and operated hotels near the entrance of Plitvice National Park, Plitvice Hotel, built in the 1950s, has seen better days. Although the reception and dining areas have been renovated, the 51 rooms, while large and clean, are dated -- beds, carpets, and bathrooms could use a refresh -- and they're not air-conditioned. Smaller than the other park hotels, Plitvice Hotel is less packed with tour groups than its neighbors. It has a large deck offering views over the scenic park, and a pleasant on-site restaurant and bar, which is convenient for guests visiting the park without cars. Rates can be high, but they include a second-day park entry. Travelers who have their own cars might want to consider staying outside the park -- Plitvice Miric Inn offers higher-quality rooms at lower rates.
Like the other government-owned and operated hotels near the entrance of Plitvice National Park, Plitvice Hotel, built in the 1950s, has seen better days. Although the reception and dining areas have been renovated, the 51 rooms, while large and clean, are dated -- beds, carpets, and bathrooms could use a refresh -- and they're not air-conditioned. Smaller than the other park hotels, Plitvice Hotel is less packed with tour groups than its neighbors. It has a large deck offering views over the scenic park, and a pleasant on-site restaurant and bar, which is convenient for guests visiting the park without cars. Rates can be high, but they include a second-day park entry. Travelers who have their own cars might want to consider staying outside the park -- Plitvice Miric Inn offers higher-quality rooms at lower rates.
The Bellevue Hotel is a two-pearl, 70-room hotel located inside the Plitvice National Park at entrance number two. Rooms are clean but basic, and the bathrooms are small, with some smelling of mold. However, many have beautiful nature views from their balconies. Parking is free and the hotel will extend guests' park entry tickets for a second day free of charge. It's also the cheapest of the three hotels within the national park. For something more comfortable, the three-pearl Hotel Plitvice next door is only moderately more expensive and has an on-site restaurant. Otherwise, the many private hotels and guesthouses outside the park in nearby towns offer a better value.
The Bellevue Hotel is a two-pearl, 70-room hotel located inside the Plitvice National Park at entrance number two. Rooms are clean but basic, and the bathrooms are small, with some smelling of mold. However, many have beautiful nature views from their balconies. Parking is free and the hotel will extend guests' park entry tickets for a second day free of charge. It's also the cheapest of the three hotels within the national park. For something more comfortable, the three-pearl Hotel Plitvice next door is only moderately more expensive and has an on-site restaurant. Otherwise, the many private hotels and guesthouses outside the park in nearby towns offer a better value.