“A classy waterside hotel offering chic accommodation close to medieval Trogir. The rooms and suites are light and bright with pale wooden floors, large windows and luxurious marble bathrooms. The terrace restaurant serves up exemplary food and there's a spa and an enormous pool overlooking the sea.”

Hotel review

Just a 10-minute walk along the coast from Trogir's medieval centre, with its quaint cobbled alleys and Unesco-listed cathedral, Brown Beach House occupies an early-20th-century tobacco warehouse. Reception is in an elegant cocktail bar, so you'll be greeted with a drink, which you might enjoy in the adjoining lounge, graced by a piano, potted palms, ceiling fans and a collection of art books. In my opinion, the nicest rooms are in the main building, combining the original curved beams and deep-set windows with contemporary furnishing, while the additional rooms in the new purpose-built annex are more modern. The annex also houses the small spa, offering massage, hot tub, hamam and a plunge pool.

The hotel stands in a walled garden, where the Cartina restaurant serves Mediterranean dishes with a modern twist on a terrace through summer. There's also a 20-metre outdoor pool rimmed by a wooden deck and white parasols, and out front you have a small beach with an inflatable waterpark, ideal for kids. It's conveniently close to Split airport (5km/3mi) and Split itself (27km/17mi), and makes a lovely venue for weddings.

Jane's Hot Tip: Catch the little passenger boat to Split, or take the local bus, to see Diocletian's Palace

Recommended for

  • 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.
  • Romantic

  • Views

  • Quiet

  • Family Suites

  • Luxury

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Boutique

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Pet friendly

  • Child friendly

  • Traditional

  • Air conditioning

Facilities

  • Rooms

    59 rooms in this hotel
  • Airport transfer

  • Games room

  • Parking

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Wifi

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Meeting Room

  • Massage

  • Library

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Spa

  • Restaurant

  • Swimming Pool

  • Garden

  • Gym

  • Pet friendly

  • Child friendly

  • Room service

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Air conditioning

Activities

  • 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.

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Why do people love staying in your hotel? Guests love Brown Beach House for its unique blend of boutique luxury, familiar atmosphere, unique design, and personalised service. Many of our guests tell us that they feel "at home" here. Other benefits: beachfront location, spacious different rooms, and fabulous pool area (most Instagram loving pool), airport is close as well, everything is nearby.

What is there to do in the area? The hotel is located just a few minutes from the UNESCO-listed town of Trogir and within easy reach of Split. Guests can enjoy boat excursions to the nearby islands, water sports, beach activities, wine tasting, cultural sightseeing etc. We are always happy to help arrange excursions depending on what guests are looking for.

What kind of breakfast do you offer? We try to include local products whenever possible. We serve a signature buffet breakfast including yogurt, fruit, nuts, homemade jams and cakes, croissants, cheese, ham and salamis etc

Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat locally? Our Cartina restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine mostly. Our reception team is always happy to suggest favourites depending on the occasion, including Dalmatian cuisine restaurants (taverns) with traditional food.

Which are your most popular room types, and why? Our Deluxe Sea View Rooms and sea view Suites are particularly popular thanks to their spacious layouts, stylish interiors, and beautiful sea view. Rooftop rooms with jacuzzi are also quite popular with couples. Each room has a rooftop terrace with private jacuzzi.

What facilities do you have for children, and can you fit extra beds in your rooms? We offer family-friendly accommodation, baby cots upon request, sofa beds in selected room categories (Deluxe suites & Family suites). Our spacious villas are also an excellent option for larger families.

  • Kids Playroom: Indoor soft-play area with toys, board games, and table games near the main pool.
  • Outdoor Fun: Sea-based inflatable water park in high season.

What message would you like to give The Hotel Guru readers? We like to think that our personal approach and relaxed atmosphere are what make people remember their stay.

Other reviews

Brown Beach House Hotel & Spa Trogir

This boutique design hotel, set in a walled garden with a pool looking out onto the sea, has a sophisticated yet unpretentious feel, offering a stylish and laid-back retreat for exploring the Dalmatian coast.

Originally published by The Telegraph

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