Grand Villa Argentina

The Dalmatian Coast enchants with a Mediterranean-to-alpine climate and mountains that tumble into the sparkling sea. Charming towns—Dubrovnik, Split, Zadar, Trogir—offer luxury sea-view hotels, boutique stays, and family-friendly options near beaches and Roman ruins. Nature lovers will adore eco-lodges by Krka and Kornati National Parks. Summer draws crowds, so book early or visit in the quieter shoulder months to enjoy this stunning coastline without the hustle. From culture-rich streets to serene natural escapes, Dalmatia promises unforgettable experiences for every traveller.

For a romantic stay

Hotel Adriatic Orebic

  • Hotel Adriatic Orebic is a wonderful adults-only hideaway on the Peljesac Peninsula. It offers just six spacious, luxurious rooms in a beautifully restored heritage building overlooking the sea. The waterfront restaurant is ideal for candlelit dinners (accompanied by wines from the owner's vineyard) and there's even a little private beach.
  • Perched above a private beach, Villa Dubrovnik offers rooms and suites with sea-view terraces—some with hot tubs. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the Adriatic, while the restaurant serves inventive Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect for couples seeking sun-soaked days and intimate evenings overlooking glistening waters.
  • Set in historic elegance, Grand Villa Argentina boasts two shimmering pools, a full-service spa, and gardens made for sunset strolls. Lounge on the private beach or savour fresh Mediterranean flavours at its acclaimed restaurant—an idyllic escape for couples craving charm and coastal luxury.

Villa Orsula

  • Villa Orsula is a dreamy Mediterranean escape with modern luxe touches. Wander through lush gardens to a private beach, dine under the stars with sea views, and soak in the romance from every elegant terrace. An intimate, unforgettable hideaway.
  • Hotel Park, Split oozes traditional charm and is just steps from Bačvice beach. Think champagne welcomes, palm-fringed gardens, and sunset dinners by the sea. Book a suite with a private hot tub for the ultimate romantic escape.

For a boutique base

Boutique Hotel Kazbek

  • Housed in an historic castle, Boutique Hotel Kazbek features 13 rooms with classic touches and bay views. Lounge by the shimmering pool, savour gourmet dishes, or explore the cobblestone streets—perfect for travellers seeking a boutique stay steeped in heritage and understated elegance.
  • Nine individually designed rooms showcase modern interiors within an historic building. Steps from the beach and city sights, Almayer Art and Heritage Hotel delivers a tranquil escape with contemporary furnishings, curated art, and intimate spaces, making it a stylish, central base for exploring Zadar.

For a waterfront location

Brown Beach House

  • Bright and airy, Brown Beach House offers 25 rooms flooded with natural light, a sprawling pool, and a Mediterranean restaurant serving fresh local flavours. Its prime Trogir waterfront spot makes it ideal for sunbathing, seaside cocktails, and easy access to the town’s lively promenade.
  • Perched on the Adriatic, Hotel Kompas features contemporary interiors, panoramic sea views, and a spa sanctuary. Guests can enjoy inventive dining, stylish bars, and direct access to Dubrovnik’s coastline, all just minutes from the historic charm and bustling streets of the Old Town.
  • Sun Gardens is a bright, modern resort right on the beach, with chic rooms, sea-view terraces, and standout dining. Family-friendly extras, self-catering apartments, and a fantastic spa make this a perfect base for a stunning coastal stay.

D Resort

  • D Resort is a glamorous coastal escape just outside Šibenik, with stylish suites, sea-view balconies, fine dining, and a dreamy spa. Private marina? Check. Sunset yacht tours? Absolutely. It’s the perfect blend of culture, relaxation, and indulgence by the water.
  • Modern, stylish, and right by the sea, Hotel Dubrovnik Palace offers rooftop spa bliss, beachfront serenity, and active adventures from diving to tennis. All rooms face the water, so every morning starts with a stunning ocean view.
  • Set on Split’s buzzing West Coast promenade, Hotel Ambasador is a modern escape that delivers stunning Adriatic views, coastal-chic interiors, and a relaxed Mediterranean vibe. Enjoy Dalmatian-inspired dining and indulgent spa treatments, all steps from the sparkling shoreline.

For families

Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Iadera

  • Set on a sun-drenched peninsula near Zadar, Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Iadera is a family hotspot offering modern rooms with sea views, a spa with pools and wellness treatments, and a full roster of kids’ clubs and sports. Dining focuses on fresh Mediterranean flavours for every appetite.

For an escape

Hotel Ola

  • Just outside Trogir, the adults only Hotel Ola offers panoramic Adriatic views, a serene spa, and a refined restaurant spotlighting local flavours. Minimalist interiors with natural textures create a calm escape, while sun-soaked terraces and intimate lounges make it ideal for couples seeking quiet luxury by the sea.
  • Tucked on a pine-clad peninsula, Hotel Croatia Cavtat is a luxe hideaway that offers peaceful beaches, sweeping sea views, and stylish rooms with panoramic balconies. With a world-class spa, pools, and seafront dining, it’s a dreamy Adriatic escape far from the crowds.

For a chic hotel

Hotel Bellevue, Dubrovnik

  • Perched dramatically on a cliff, Hotel Bellevue, Dubrovnik frames the Adriatic with floor-to-ceiling windows. Interiors favour calm neutrals, while the spa offers innovative treatments. Infinity pools and terraces make it ideal for guests seeking a serene, design-focused retreat with uninterrupted sea views.
  • Just steps from Old Town, Hotel Excelsior dazzles with sweeping Adriatic panoramas. Its modern interiors complement a renowned spa and a seafront restaurant serving local flavours. Perfect for those wanting a stylish base to explore Dubrovnik while soaking up city and sea views.

For great value

Bifora Heritage Hotel

  • Amoret Apartments offer incredible value in the heart of Dubrovnik, with Old Town views, your own kitchenette, Wi-Fi, and space for extra guests. Perfect for families or longer stays without the high costs.
  • Enjoy boutique charm without the hefty price-tag at Bifora Heritage Hotel. This seafront stay offers bright, stylish rooms in an historic building, sea or old town views, and a fabulous restaurant. Great location, great comfort — unbeatable value on the Dalmatian coast.

Still not sure?

The 20 Best Hotels on the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia

Villa Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik

A beautiful Five Star hotel crafted by local architects from the rock face in Dubrovnik. Designer rooms, suites, and villas are contemporary with sea facing balconies, some with private hot tubs. Excellent restaurant, pool, spa, private rocky beach, and lots of privacy. Romantic luxury.

  • Views - Fabulous views over the Adriatic and of the old city.
  • Families - 2 villas sleep 6 each.
  • Beach Life
  • Groups
from $155 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Hotel Bellevue, Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik

State of the art glass hotel set in the cliff face in central Dubrovnik. Contemporary designer rooms, family suites, and suites have neutral tones, all the high techery and private balconies. Two restaurants, excellent spa, and immediate access to all the sights. A luxury spot, very family friendly.

  • Beach Life
  • Families
  • Restaurant - Fine dining restaurant and beach restaurant
  • Sights nearby - Easy walking distance of the Old Town
from $190 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Iadera

Zadar

A fabulous contemporary spa hotel on the Petrcane peninsula. Panoramic ocean views, a state of the art spa covering two floors, fantastic Dalmatian cuisine, and charming nautical themed rooms and suites with all the mod cons. A sophisticated choice for a spa and beach holiday, family friendly too.

  • Foodies - Dalmatian specialities in two restaurants.
  • Spa breaks - A two floor state of the art spa.
  • Families - Plenty of children's activities.
  • Beach Life
from $256 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Boutique Hotel Kazbek

Dubrovnik

A luxury boutique castle hotel, previously a holiday home, in the heritage bay of Lapad. Stunning rooms and suites, traditional in style with wooden beamed ceilings and attractive furnishings. Fantastic regional restaurant, pool and courtyard, and a speedboat to hire.

  • Sights nearby - Dubrovnik old city - take the cable car to the view point above Dubrovnik - a must!
  • Short break - 30 mins from Dubrovnik airport- beautiful views
  • Traditional - The summer house of a Croatian noble family.
  • Sea Views - From the terrace of the marina
from $250 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Amoret Apartments

Dubrovnik

Traditional apartments, excellent value, just a five minute walk from Buza beach. Apartments have kitchenettes, extra beds, wifi, and wonderful city views over the Old Town. Rooms are rather antique but offer unbeatable rates. Ideal for anyone on a budget, very convenient too.

  • Views - Stunning views over the Old Town.
  • Value chic
  • Sights nearby - Dubrovnik's Old Town is a highlight.
  • Kayaking - Adriatic Kayak Tours.
from $84 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Villa Orsula

Dubrovnik

The ultimate in romantic chic. A beautiful traditional Mediterranean villa with stylish modern rooms and fantastic amenities. Luscious gardens lead to a private beach, a renowned chef provides fantastic cuisine from terraces, and sea views drift over the bay and islands. Luxurious, highly romantic.

  • Views - Breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea, Lokrum Island and Dubrovnik Old Town.
  • Foodies - Delicious Mediterranean cuisine by executive chef Thierry Caruel.
  • City Style
  • Romantic Break
from $715 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Grand Villa Argentina

Dubrovnik

A stunning Dalmatian villa sits on the waterfront with breathtaking views, its own private beach, and a full service spa. Rooms and suites, slightly traditional, but very luxurious with private balconies. Three excellent restaurants, beauty salon, spa treatments, two pools, and picturesque gardens.

  • Spa breaks - A full service garden-view spa.
  • Views - Fabulous views from all angles.
  • Foodies - Three excellent restaurants.
  • Luxury
from $309 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Hotel Excelsior

Dubrovnik (Ploce)

A modern five-star hotel with mesmerising vistas of the Adriatic. A short walk from Dubrovnik's stunning historic centre, the hotel's superb spa is the perfect place to relax after a day's exploring. Palatial rooms fitted with terrace showcase the area's natural beauty. A coastal oasis.

  • Spa breaks - Excelsior has a strong focus on wellness, making it the perfect place for a relaxing spa break.
  • Local markets - Wander through the bustling markets of the historic fortified Old Town of Dubrovnik.
  • Snorkelling - Perfectly situated to explore the abundant sea life of the Adriatic.
  • Sea Views - Enjoy sublime views out onto the Adriatic sea.
from $230 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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D Resort

Sibenik (Šibenik)

An opulent and elegant resort, just outside the medieval port town of Šibenik. Chic contemporary suites boast private balconies, original artworks and stunning views of the coast. With a range of restaurants and bars, an extensive spa and a private marina, they have everything covered.

  • Total relaxation - Spend a relaxing few days being pampered and preened in this opulent resort with excellent services, spa and gardens.
  • Romantic Break - A luxury retreat for two, with a range of romantic dining and drinking options, and private sunset yacht tours.
  • Sights nearby - History buffs should head down to Šibenik town to see the medieval architecture and splendid Unesco-listed Cathedral.
  • Great walks - Take a stroll through the national parkland, olive groves, and vineyards.
from $152 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Kompas

Dubrovnik

A stylish ultra modern hotel, with a spectacular seaside positioning. Hotel Kompas offers guests a first-class staying experience from chic rooms, to superb vistas, atmospheric bars, an excellent restaurant and a deluxe spa. Perfect for simply relaxing or exploring Dubrovnik.

  • Local exploring - Ideally placed for exploring the enchanting city of Dubrovnik and the stunning surrounding Dalmatian Coast.
  • Beach Life - A romantic hotel in a sheltered bay on the Lapad peninsular, perfect for a seaside escape.
  • Fishing - The hotel can organise sea fishing trips for guests.
  • Sights nearby - Fifteen minutes bus ride from Dubrovnik old town.
from $195 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Brown Beach House

Trogir

A boutique hotel offering chic accommodation and glorious sea views. The rooms and suites are light and bright with pale wooden floors, large windows and luxurious marble bathrooms. The terrace restaurant serves up exemplary Mediterranean dishes and there's an enormous pool overlooking the sea.

  • Local exploring - Ideally placed on the coast and just a short distance from Trogir's medieval old town.
  • Sailing - Charter a boat and explore the coastline stopping for swims along the way.
  • Diving - Explore the numerous diving sites full of coral, sponge and sealife.
  • Sights nearby - Visit the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trogir Cathedral.
from $334 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Hotel Ola

Trogir (Seget Donji)

A stylish adult-only hotel offering a rejuvenating retreat with spa, sauna and multitude of in-house treatments. Located on a beautiful stretch of Croatian coast, rooms boast breathtaking sea-views. This stunning ocean spot provides activities ranging from sailing to local village exploration.

  • Beach Life - Located just a couple of hundred metres from the sea plus sea taxis are accessible to transport you to nearby secluded spots
  • Romantic Break - This adult-only hotel offers chic rooms with breathtaking sea-views, infinity pool and terraced dining
  • Active Holiday - One-day sailing trips on the hotel's own boat can be arranged, as can hikes, biking and guided tours
  • Foodies - Black Pepper restaurant offers a range of fresh, local ingredients as well as paleo diet recipes
from $170 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Almayer Art and Heritage Hotel

Zadar (23000 Zadar)

This intimate hotel of just nine rooms is in a beautifully renovated 19th-century building. The classical exterior is juxtaposed with stylish, contemporary design. Chic rooms are decorated in earthy hues and feature polished concrete floors and large oil paintings. An undeniably cool spot.

  • Beach Life - Located on a sea-port, swimming spots and sea views are endless plus ferries run from a nearby port to neighbouring islands
  • Local exploring - A perfect location in the heart of Zadar means cathedrals, Roman forums, restaurants and nightlife is all on your doorstep
  • Sailing - Hop on one of the ferries that run from nearby ports and spend a day exploring the surrounding islands
  • Sights nearby - Visit Zadar's famous sea-front art installations Greetings to the Sun and Sea Organ
from $113 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Croatia Cavtat

Cavtat (Cavtat)

This five-star luxury hotel and spa overlooks Cavtat Bay on the beautiful Adriatic coast. Sitting on a pine-forested peninsula, the hotel offers access to two pretty beaches. The best of the stylish and modern rooms boast balconies with a 180-degree panoramic sea view. An indulgent beach getaway.

  • Families - With a kid's club, babysitting services and spacious family suites, this hotel is great for families
  • Beach Life - The hotel has private access to two quiet and pretty beaches, making it great for a beach break
  • Romantic Break - Couples love the cocktails at the hotel bar and romantic spa treatments
  • Diving - Choose from a range of local diving centres and explore the wonders of the Adriatic Sea
from $122 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Park , Split

Split (Split)

This exclusive five-star hotel overlooks coveted Bačvice beach. The best of the plush suites offer spacious terraces with a private hot tub. Unwind by the pool or lounge in the verdant garden amongst the palm trees. For a special treat, arrange a private dinner at the chef's table. A VIP experience.

  • Honeymoons - Splash out on the executive suite for a honeymoon with a difference, and lounge in your own private hot tub
  • Spa breaks - With personalized hot tub, gym and Finnish sauna facilities at Di Spa, this makes a great spa break
  • Beach Life - Sitting right next to the famous Bačvice beach, this is the perfect base for a beach holiday
  • Great walks - Take a walking tour and discover Split's 1,700 years of history, accompanied by a local guide
from $255 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Bifora Heritage Hotel

Trogir (Trogir )

A cosy seafront hotel in a beautiful heritage building. The rooms have simple, bright interior design to complement the exposed stone walls. The traditional shuttered windows offer views onto the old city or the sea. Enjoy fresh seafood in the hotel's à la carte restaurant; a stylish seaside stay.

  • Active Holiday - There are lots of activities on the Dalmatian coast to keep you active, from snorkelling and diving to cycling
  • Beach Life - Sitting on the marina, a stone's throw from pretty beaches, this hotel is great for a lazy seaside holiday
  • Romantic Break - With bright and airy rooms and an intimate restaurant, this hotel is a favourite with couples
  • Restaurant
from $136 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Sun Gardens

Dubrovnik

A seaside resort hotel with an indulgent spa and a varied choice of rooms including self-catering apartments. Light-filled interiors are modern and fresh with pops of colour. Smart rooms all have large windows and terraces with gorgeous sea views. Great cuisine and easy beach access are a real plus!

  • Families - With its proximity to the beach and great on-site sports and kids' facilities, this is a great choice for families
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor pool, kids' pool and seasonal outdoor pool
  • Tennis Court - Tennis courts on site
  • Spa
from $147 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Adriatic Orebic

Orebic

A beautifully restored seafront heritage hotel in the centre of Orebic. Six spacious individually designed rooms are a charming blend of original features and luxurious creature comforts. The Stari Kapetan restaurant comes highly recommended and there's even a little private beach. Adult only heaven

  • Romantic Break - With only six luxurious rooms, fab sea views, a great restaurant and no children allowed it's ideal for couples
  • Beach Life - With its sea views, waterfront restaurant and little private beach this is an intimate beach getaway
  • Local exploring - As well as exploring the immediate area, you are well placed for a quick hop over to Korcula
  • Restaurant - The waterfront restaurant serves delicious dishes made from the freshest local seafood and organic produce
from $111 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Hotel Ambasador

Split (Dalmatia)

A stylish haven on Split’s West Coast promenade, this hotel offers sweeping Adriatic views and a chic vibe softened by warm Mediterranean touches. The restaurant celebrates Dalmatian flavours with an international twist, while the wellness area provides true relaxation. Sophisticated yet serene.

  • Trekking - Hike Marjan Hill for panoramic views of Split and the sea, perfect for picnics and pictures of Croatia’s stunning coastline
  • Total relaxation - Recharge with a massage or try the Nuvola dry floatation bed at the tranquil Haciela oasis, an escape for pure relaxation
  • Local exploring - Perfectly placed near Marjan Hill’s trails and Jezinac Beach, it’s a prime base to uncover Split’s coastal charm
  • Sights nearby - Explore historic Diocletian's Palace nearby, a UNESCO gem filled with ancient ruins and vibrant shops in Split
from $155 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Hotel Dubrovnik Palace

Dubrovnik (Lapad)

This waterside hotel on the edge of the Lapad Peninsula features contemporary Scandi-style interiors. Facilities are first class with four restaurants, a rooftop spa, three pools, and a scuba diving centre. With each room boasting a balcony and sea view, it's a picture perfect coastal escape.

  • Total relaxation - Unwind at the rooftop spa with its indoor pool, two jetted tubs, steam rooms, saunas, and hot stone massages
  • Active Holiday - The hotel boasts a scuba diving centre, a padel court, a jogging path, and three pools
  • Beach Life - Enjoy direct access to a quiet and peaceful beach
  • Great walks - Take a relaxing stroll through the hotel grounds planted with rosemary, oleander, olive trees, and pines — a sensory delight
from $242 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Written by Sarah Empson

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