The two-and-a-half-pearl Garden Apartment Hotel can be found at the edge of Split’s pedestrian-only old town, just a five-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace and close to the port. This charming guesthouse has tranquil gardens and seven simple and rustic apartments, which have amenities like air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and modern bathrooms. Some add a basic kitchen, but many aren't proper apartments. However, common facilities are limited, even for a tiny property -- there’s not even a breakfast room. The guesthouse appeals to couples and groups of friends seeking a relaxed alternative to the hotels right in the center, and the authentic local charm. For better value apartments closer to the center, travelers should check out the Apartments Gajeta -- but the town center location comes with a noisy compromise.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Garden Apartment Hotel can be found at the edge of Split’s pedestrian-only old town, just a five-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace and close to the port. This charming guesthouse has tranquil gardens and seven simple and rustic apartments, which have amenities like air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and modern bathrooms. Some add a basic kitchen, but many aren't proper apartments. However, common facilities are limited, even for a tiny property -- there’s not even a breakfast room. The guesthouse appeals to couples and groups of friends seeking a relaxed alternative to the hotels right in the center, and the authentic local charm. For better value apartments closer to the center, travelers should check out the Apartments Gajeta -- but the town center location comes with a noisy compromise.
The Hotel Luxe is an upscale, 30-room design hotel with some of the snazziest contemporary interior design you'll find in Split -- it's colorful and funky, with a slight retro feel to it. Rooms are similarly modern and stylish, with sleek bathrooms and impressive sea views from most; many rooms also have private balconies. The hotel also has a spa complex, extensive free breakfast, a bar open around the clock, and a concierge who can arrange boat tours and the like. Its position on a busy main road isn't ideal, but Diocletian's Palace and the other main sights are within five minutes' walk. Rates, however, are similar to comparable hotels right in the town center, though few can boast to have those sea views from most rooms.
The Hotel Luxe is an upscale, 30-room design hotel with some of the snazziest contemporary interior design you'll find in Split -- it's colorful and funky, with a slight retro feel to it. Rooms are similarly modern and stylish, with sleek bathrooms and impressive sea views from most; many rooms also have private balconies. The hotel also has a spa complex, extensive free breakfast, a bar open around the clock, and a concierge who can arrange boat tours and the like. Its position on a busy main road isn't ideal, but Diocletian's Palace and the other main sights are within five minutes' walk. Rates, however, are similar to comparable hotels right in the town center, though few can boast to have those sea views from most rooms.
On an ancient square in the heart of town, The Palace Judita Heritage Hotel is a great place to experience the history of old Split. Occupying a small, renovated Renaissance-era palace, it's slim on facilities but big on authentic charm. There are only eight rooms, but each is different, with exposed stone walls and modern bathrooms. All the main tourist attractions are within walking distance, and the hotel provides a free shuttle to its free off-site parking lot. Travelers heading to Split should check here first, and watch for low rates in the off-season.
On an ancient square in the heart of town, The Palace Judita Heritage Hotel is a great place to experience the history of old Split. Occupying a small, renovated Renaissance-era palace, it's slim on facilities but big on authentic charm. There are only eight rooms, but each is different, with exposed stone walls and modern bathrooms. All the main tourist attractions are within walking distance, and the hotel provides a free shuttle to its free off-site parking lot. Travelers heading to Split should check here first, and watch for low rates in the off-season.
The vibrant, salmon-pink Cornaro Hotel sits just outside Diocletian's Palace, a one-minute walk from the beginning of Split's historic center. Due to its location on the edge of the historic area, the large rooftop terrace (with a whirlpool hot tub) and some of the Deluxe Rooms offer sweeping city views of bell towers and glimpses the deep blue water. The mid-range hotel is also throughly modern, with contemporary decor and spacious common areas, two restaurants, and a small fitness center. Hot breakfast buffet is included in the rates. However, some travelers find the overall design to be more functional than charming. As an alternative, the Hotel Luxe has cheaper rates and is more design conscious.
The vibrant, salmon-pink Cornaro Hotel sits just outside Diocletian's Palace, a one-minute walk from the beginning of Split's historic center. Due to its location on the edge of the historic area, the large rooftop terrace (with a whirlpool hot tub) and some of the Deluxe Rooms offer sweeping city views of bell towers and glimpses the deep blue water. The mid-range hotel is also throughly modern, with contemporary decor and spacious common areas, two restaurants, and a small fitness center. Hot breakfast buffet is included in the rates. However, some travelers find the overall design to be more functional than charming. As an alternative, the Hotel Luxe has cheaper rates and is more design conscious.
The four-pearl Marmont Hotel Heritage has a hard-to-beat location in central Split, tucked within the walls of the old town. This boutique hotel occupies a 15th-century building that's been sensitively outfitted with elegant and contemporary decor. The 22 rooms are modern and minimalist, with plush fabrics, sleek bathrooms, and mod-cons like free Wi-Fi. The hotel’s romantic atmosphere draws couples, and the tranquil rooftop terrace is a highlight, providing fabulous views over the old town at sunset. Downsides? The central location in the pedestrian-only old town means that it’s a bit of a walk from a parking lot or taxi drop-off point. The Marmont is an excellent choice in Split, however travelers may find better rates at the equally upscale Palace Judita Heritage Hotel nearby.
The four-pearl Marmont Hotel Heritage has a hard-to-beat location in central Split, tucked within the walls of the old town. This boutique hotel occupies a 15th-century building that's been sensitively outfitted with elegant and contemporary decor. The 22 rooms are modern and minimalist, with plush fabrics, sleek bathrooms, and mod-cons like free Wi-Fi. The hotel’s romantic atmosphere draws couples, and the tranquil rooftop terrace is a highlight, providing fabulous views over the old town at sunset. Downsides? The central location in the pedestrian-only old town means that it’s a bit of a walk from a parking lot or taxi drop-off point. The Marmont is an excellent choice in Split, however travelers may find better rates at the equally upscale Palace Judita Heritage Hotel nearby.
The Apartments Gajeta are nine simple, nicely finished apartments dotted around residential buildings in the center of Split. All apartments include well-equipped kitchens, lounges, and dining areas, without much in the way of fuss and frills -- perfectly functional and adequate for a couple self-catering days while you explore the area. A far cheaper option than the hotels in town, these apartments offer a great deal for families and groups on a budget -- couples and solo travelers, however, should check out the Golly&Bossy Design Hostel nearby.
The Apartments Gajeta are nine simple, nicely finished apartments dotted around residential buildings in the center of Split. All apartments include well-equipped kitchens, lounges, and dining areas, without much in the way of fuss and frills -- perfectly functional and adequate for a couple self-catering days while you explore the area. A far cheaper option than the hotels in town, these apartments offer a great deal for families and groups on a budget -- couples and solo travelers, however, should check out the Golly&Bossy Design Hostel nearby.
The Divota Apartment Hotel is a collection of rooms and apartments along the narrow ancient streets in the heart of town. Centered around a small main building with a staff that's absent at night, there is little resembling a traditional hotel here, but more adventurous travelers will find a stunning marriage of modern design and old-world atmosphere. Though some of the Standard Rooms are bit small for the upscale rates, all of them are beautifully decorated with such modern amenities as espresso machines and iPod docks amid well-preserved original details. Restaurants, bars, and all the city's main attractions are within walking distance. In fact, living like a local in this part of the city is an attraction itself.
The Divota Apartment Hotel is a collection of rooms and apartments along the narrow ancient streets in the heart of town. Centered around a small main building with a staff that's absent at night, there is little resembling a traditional hotel here, but more adventurous travelers will find a stunning marriage of modern design and old-world atmosphere. Though some of the Standard Rooms are bit small for the upscale rates, all of them are beautifully decorated with such modern amenities as espresso machines and iPod docks amid well-preserved original details. Restaurants, bars, and all the city's main attractions are within walking distance. In fact, living like a local in this part of the city is an attraction itself.
The Golly&Bossy Design Hostel is near the tourist sights in the old city center (it's stumbling distance to Diocletian's Palace). But the dramatic interior, well-regarded for its bold design, is due for a paint job, and the whole property would benefit from some updating. The hostel's shared rooms are cheap, but the enclosed bunks can be claustrophobic, and noise from other guests can be a problem even in the private rooms. The bar and restaurant have only mediocre food, but the hostel is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and bars on narrow pedestrian streets that lead away from its nice outdoor patio. Golly&Bossy caters to young tourists looking to save a few bucks in the heart of town, but it's possible to find better, and more private, lodging for only slightly more among the city's rapidly growing hotel scene.
The Golly&Bossy Design Hostel is near the tourist sights in the old city center (it's stumbling distance to Diocletian's Palace). But the dramatic interior, well-regarded for its bold design, is due for a paint job, and the whole property would benefit from some updating. The hostel's shared rooms are cheap, but the enclosed bunks can be claustrophobic, and noise from other guests can be a problem even in the private rooms. The bar and restaurant have only mediocre food, but the hostel is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and bars on narrow pedestrian streets that lead away from its nice outdoor patio. Golly&Bossy caters to young tourists looking to save a few bucks in the heart of town, but it's possible to find better, and more private, lodging for only slightly more among the city's rapidly growing hotel scene.
The Split Apartments-Peric are a collection of five flats set on a residential block 10 minutes' walk from Split's pretty, historic Old Town. Although most of the interiors feel dated, they're all perfectly clean and fully equipped for a self-catering stay. Only sleeping two or three people each, the apartments are ideal for couples or small families on a budget, though they are set a bit away from the tourist center. If this isn't an issue they're a great, no-frills, good-value option -- otherwise check out the more central Apartments Gajeta at around the same price.
The Split Apartments-Peric are a collection of five flats set on a residential block 10 minutes' walk from Split's pretty, historic Old Town. Although most of the interiors feel dated, they're all perfectly clean and fully equipped for a self-catering stay. Only sleeping two or three people each, the apartments are ideal for couples or small families on a budget, though they are set a bit away from the tourist center. If this isn't an issue they're a great, no-frills, good-value option -- otherwise check out the more central Apartments Gajeta at around the same price.
