The Best Castle
Hotels in Croatia

TRAKOŠĆAN. Comfortable beds. Set in a picturesque vicinity of a medieval castle, Hotel Trakošćan offers vacation in the unspoilt nature. All rooms are elegantly decorated and air-conditioned. Some rooms feature a balcony with Trakošćan Castle views. An indoor pool, massage facilities and a hot tub are at guests’ disposal. The rooms are fitted with an LCD cable TV, a work desk and a bathroom with hairdryer, bath and toiletries. Free private parking is available. Beautiful nature is surrounded with hills, forest and a lake, fishing, hiking and sightseeing can be enjoyed. A bar on a platform is set directly on the lake and offers refreshing drinks during the day. A buffet style breakfast is served each morning. Guests can relax in the on-site wellness area offering a sauna, a steam bath and beauty parlours. Fitness centre is also at guests’ disposal. Hotel Trakošćan is 80 km away from Zagreb and 40 km from Varaždin. The Slovenian border is only 7 km away. Show full description

ŠIBENIK. Historic property. Conveniently located in the historic core of Šibenik, Heritage Hotel King Kresimir is an ideal blend of historic tradition and modern comfort. Housed in a 19th century palace, previously owned by old noble families, the hotel offers free WiFi access. The elegantly furnished rooms feature remote controlled air conditioning, lighting and TV, each accessible from a tablet provided at check in. Guests can also use it to ask for butler service or to contact the front desk staff. Each room comprises a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower and a thermoregulated electronic bidet. The hotel's à la carte restaurant offers local and Mediterranean delicacies, which can be served on the terrace. Buffet breakfast is served each morning in the property restaurant. Around the clock assistance is available at the reception. Several noted attractions are in close proximity to King Kresimir Heritage Hotel, including the old Town Hall, Šubićevac Fortress and the Church of St. Barbara. Šibenik Town Museum and the Cathedral of St. James can both be reached with a 2-minute walk. Split Airport is located at a distance of about 50 km. The hotel can provide an airport shuttle at a surcharge. Show full description

POREČ. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Offering a hot tub and an indoor gym, Villa Castello Rausch is set in a traditional 18th century villa surrounded by a landscaped park and a garden with sun loungers. Its air-conditioned accommodation features a furnished balcony or terrace, free Wi-Fi is provided. Villa Castello Rausch is located in village of Mugeba 5 km from the centre of Poreč. Decorated in classic-style with stone wall elements and modern amenities, all apartments and rooms are fitted with an LCD satellite TV. The bathroom with hydro massage shower or a spa bath includes free toiletries. The apartments comprise a fully equipped kitchen. Guests can relax playing table tennis or at a roof-top terrace at sun loungers. There is a golf course 3 km away. The villa is fitted with meeting facilities and its proper library room. There you can visit the UNESCO-protected Euphrasian Basilica. Lim Canal rich with oysters and mussels is 12 km from the property. Pula Airport is at a distance of 35 km. Free private parking is provided. Show full description

CRIKVENICA. Beach front location. Highly elegant. Outstanding SPA facilities. Located in the heart of the Crikvenica Riviera and stretching along the most picturesque part of Kvarner, Hotel Kvarner Palace offers spacious rooms 200 metres from the sandy beach. Rijeka Airport is 20 km away. The property combines the magnificence of the past and the comforts of modern times, providing an outdoor pool with a sun terrace, an indoor pool and a wellness area. Hotel Kvarner Palace is an ideal place for rest and recovery, serving excellent Mediterranean and regional cuisine while surrounded by sea, sun and fresh air. Completely refurbished in 2006 and partly in 2013/2014, the historic building of Hotel Kvarner Palace includes 2 lounge bars and 2 tennis courts. Show full description

SPLIT. Great location. The Palace Judita is a heritage hotel set in a palace dating back to the 16th century and located on the main square of Split, next to the UNESCO-protected Diocletian's Palace. It offers luxurious appointed rooms, and free WiFi access. All rooms feature exposed stone walls, parquet flooring, elegant furniture and luxurious bathrooms including bathrobes and slippers. The rooms are air-conditioned. This spacious patrician home is accessed through the internal courtyard with a historic well. From the balcony you can enjoy panoramic views over the square. The Central Bus and Train Station can be reached on foot in 5 minutes and the Bacvice Beach is a 10-minute walk away from the Palace Judita. Show full description

ILOK. Charming. Located in the town of Ilok, 200 metres from the Old Town, Rooms Villa Iva offers a restaurant with a terrace, free private parking and wired internet in the rooms. The property also has a traditional wine cellar offering tastings of 1000 wine types and liquors coming from 13 wineries from Ilok County. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area and a private bathroom with a shower. The property also features a bar with a spacious terrace, a grocery shop and a private lush garden. The owners will happily organise wine cellar tours through Ilok, museum tickets or wine road tours around the area. There is a golf course 2 km away, while the town of Vukovar can be reached in 35 km, while the town of Vinkovci is 45 km away. Local buses stop 200 metres away, while the Train Station can be found 35 km away. Nearest airport is in Osijek, 80 km away. Show full description

LOVRAN. Cosy. Great views. Located 900 metres from the centre of Lovran and just 20 metres from the nearest beach, Hotel Villa Astra is set in a quiet area, next to the 15-km long seaside promenade and consists of a main building and an annex. Buffet breakfast is available on site, as well as a Wellness Area. Free parking and free Wi-Fi are offered. All rooms offer air-conditioning and feature a view of the sea. They also offer a private bathroom with a bath, bathrobe and slippers. The rooms also feature a minibar, cable TV and a phone. Guests can also find tennis courts and an outdoor swimming pool right next to the hotel. The wellness centre offers yoga, stretching exercises and massages. During the summer, jazz concerts are often held on site. Guests can reach numerous shops just 500 metres away, while various bars are 900 metres from the property. Guests can also enjoy excursions to the nearest islands and bus trips to inland Istria. Hiking can be enjoyed on Učka Mountain. The bus station is available 300 metres away, while the nearest Railway Station is in Matulji, 10 km away. Rijeka Airport is on Krk, 72 km away. Shuttle service can be organised by the owners. Show full description

BALE. Luxurious. Lovely surroundings. Spreading on 120,000 square metres, among Istrian vineyards and olive groves, the luxurious Wine Hotel and Restaurant Meneghetti provides an oasis of nature. The elegant rooms and villas are combined with the ultimate Wine & Dine experience. An outdoor and indoor swimming pool are at guests’ disposal. The interiors offer a mixture of modern and antique. Free WiFi, LED satellite TV, air conditioning and the elegant touch of Frette sheets add luxury and comfort. In the tastefully decorated bathrooms guests will find the finest Croatian toiletries, enriched with the scents of Mediterranean herbs and oils. The gourmet à-la-carte restaurant offers unique creations of Meneghetti chefs that combine modern cooking with healthy recipes and highest quality ingredients. Cooking and sommelier courses can be organised upon request. This authentic Istrian house is an ideal place for jogging, bike tours, long walks or lounging by the pool. A sauna, both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, as well as an onsite fitness centre can be used free of charge. The colourful coastal town of Rovinj can be reached in just 20 km, while the nearest airports are in Pula, 20 km away. The Trieste Ronchi Airport is 140 km from Wine Hotel and Restaurant Meneghetti. Show full description

ROVINJ. Very cosy. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. Opened in August of 2017 in the historic town centre of Rovinj, Spirito Santo Palazzo Storico is situated in a renovated heritage building from the 1920s. The property has an on-site wine bar and a traditional Mediterranean enclosed terrace with a water well. Guests staying in Spirito Santo Palazzo Storico can enjoy a glass of selected wines in the hotel wine vault or taste Istrian and Mediterranean delicacies in the lounge bar that comes complete with a fireplace and a terrace. The closest airport is Pula Airport, 40 km from Spirito Santo Palazzo Storico. Free WiFi is available in all areas. All elegantly designed air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar and a safe. Private bathrooms comprise a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. Most rooms offer views of the town of Rovinj. Rovinj Heritage Museum is 300 metres from the property, while the Church of St. Euphemia is 850 metres away. Airport shuttle can be arranged at an additional charge. Show full description

PUČIŠĆA. Delightful property. Stunning pool facilities. Popular among couples. Facing the beachfront, Puteus Palace Heritage Hotel offers 5-star accommodation in Pučišća and has a garden, shared lounge and terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with free toiletries, all guest rooms at Puteus Palace Heritage Hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms also offer a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers continental, Full English/Irish or Italian options. At Puteus Palace Heritage Hotel guests are welcome to take advantage of a spa centre. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at the hotel. Sveti Rok Beach is 500 metres from Puteus Palace Heritage Hotel, while Macel Beach is 500 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Brac Airport, 14 km from the accommodation. Show full description

TUČEPI. Beach front location. Lovely property. Great location. Dating back to the 18th century, this old stone villa conveys the romantic atmosphere of past times, offering luxuriously equipped accommodation in the charming holiday resort Tučepi. At Kaštelet Restaurant & Bar guests of Heritage Hotel Kaštelet will have their a la carte breakfast and can enjoy a la carte Dalmatian cuisine for other meals as well Heritage Hotel Kaštelet is connected with Bluesun Hotel Alga and guests can use all the facilities such as the swimming pool of Bluesun Hotel Alga. Private transfers and excursions are available upon previous request and at a surcharge. Show full description

MOTOVUN. Nice style. Comfortable beds. Winery & Design hotel ROXANICH has a restaurant, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a bar and garden in Motovun. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, room service and currency exchange for guests. All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, bathrobes and slippers. At Winery & Design hotel ROXANICH rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Winery & Design hotel ROXANICH provides a range of facilities such as a spa and wellness centre including a hammam and a sauna. Portorož is 38 km from the hotel, while Strunjan is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pula, 49 km from Winery & Design hotel ROXANICH, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

NOVALJA. Romantic. Great value. Popular among couples. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, as well as a wine cellar and à la carte restaurant, Hotel Boškinac enjoys a hilly location surrounded by pine forest and vineyards 2 km from Novalja. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are provided. Set in a stone house and decorated with handmade design furniture, all rooms are air-conditioned and feature satellite TV, minibar and a private bathroom. Some include a spa bath and a furnished balcony. Guests can relax at the hotel terrace boasting panoramic views of Novalja Valley and experience wine tasting tours. Boutique Hotel Boškinac also provides bike and car rental services. The popular Zrće Beach with vibrant nightlife is at a distance of 4.6 km. The historic town of Pag is 25 km away. Ferry Terminal Žigljen with lines to the mainland is 8 km away. Island Pag is connected to the mainland with a bridge, 45 km away. Show full description

POREČ. Cosy. Cosy rooms. A stone house sitting in a garden, Castello Gulich is located 3 km from the centre of Poreč. You can relax on the furnished terrace and BBQ facilities are also provided for your convenience. With a simple décor, each room features air conditioning, a desk and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. A shared kitchen and a large dining area with fireplace and exposed wooden beams are available. The property also offers free private parking nearby and the Euphrasian Basilica in Poreč is located 2.8 km away. Show full description

OPATIJA. Historic. Cosy rooms. Completely renovated in 2020 and housed in an Austro-Hungarian villa dating back to 1886, this 5-star hotel is situated amid a well-groomed St. Jacob Park in the centre of Opatija. Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property and the Slatina Beach is just 100 metres away. On arrival, guests receive a complimentary welcome drink. The historic-style rooms at Milenij Hotel Sv. Jakov are all air-conditioned and feature elegant parquet flooring, rich fabrics and period furniture. Each room is equipped with satellite TV including pay-per-view channels and a minibar. International cuisine, Italian specialities and fine wines are served in Cantinetta Sv. Jakov. Guests have access to the spa at the neighbouring partner hotel, which is just 100 metres away. Rijeka Airport is located at a distance of 40 km. Shuttle service is available at a surcharge. Show full description

OREBIĆ. Close to beach front. Charming. Cosy rooms. Housed in a 17th century building next to the Adriatic Sea, Heritage Boutique Hotel Adriatic is an adults-only hotel in the centre of Orebić on Pelješac Peninsula. Featuring an à-la-carte restaurant and a wine cellar, it offers free wired internet and air-conditioned accommodation with antique-style furniture. All rooms provide sea views, an LCD satellite TV and hardwood floors. Some come with stone wall elements and a balcony. Each unit comprises private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy local specialties at the on-site restaurant called Old Captain or sample the best wines from Pelješac in the wine cellar. Water sports facilities are in the immediate vicinity. The property also organises trips to Međugorje, Dubrovnik, and islands of Mljet and Korčula. The nearest grocery store is at a distance of 100 metres. A bus station and a ferry port, with frequent links to Domince on Korčula Island, are within a 5-minute walk. The town of Ston is 55 km away, while Dubrovnik is 110 km from the Heritage Boutique Hotel Adriatic. Show full description

KARLOVAC. Great value. Hotel Korana Srakovcic is beautifully situated on the riverbank of Korana River in a peaceful area of Karlovac, a 30-minute drive from Zagreb. It provides luxuriously furnished and fully equipped accommodation. Trips to ceramic stores, an old castle and other places can be organised by the Korana Srakovcic. The Dobra Restaurant is open from 07:00 to 23:00, serving a wide selection of dishes with discrete music and a view of the river. The Kupa Tavern is an excellent choice for organising business and family events. The Candy Bar offers diverse cookies and cakes and the Aperitif Bar Kis is a great place for morning coffee, an afternoon tea as well as fancy cocktails. The summer terrace with dance music and the sound of the Korana waterfall is a place not to be missed. Hotel Korana is close to 4 tennis grounds, the Carpaccio riding club and 25 km from a newly established golf ground with 9 and 18 holes. Just over an hour’s drive from Plitvice Lake, it serves as an ideal base for hunting excursions, fishing, cycling tours. Show full description

KRAPINA. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Situated 7 km from Krapina and 60 km from Zagreb, Pansion Vuglec Breg offers modern rooms in 6 traditional north-Croatian cottages. The complex features free Wi-Fi, a tennis court and a heated outdoor pool with a sun deck. Vuglec Breg B&B is located in the peaceful village of Skaricevo and all rooms include contemporary en suite bathroom and flat-screen TV. Some include large living rooms, fireplace, comfortable sofas and private terrace. The restaurant serves regional specialities and wine from the B&B’s own vineyard. Breakfast can be served in the room and packed lunches can also be arranged. There is a terrace, a garden and bicycles for rent at the house. Pony riding is also offered for the children. Vuglec Breg B&B is just 4 km off the E59 highway and free private parking is available at the property. Show full description

DUBROVNIK. Beach front location. Elegant. Amazing pool. At the seafront of Gruz Bay and a 10-minute drive from Dubrovnik's Old Town, this 5-star boutique offers elegantly furnished rooms with stylish bathrooms. Guests enjoy free use of the sauna and the outside swimming pool. The former residence of 16th-century nobility has been fully renovated. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are available as well. All of the Kazbek’s spacious rooms include king-size beds, large HD TVs, fluffy bathrobes and slippers, as well as luxurious toiletries. The gourmet restaurant serves Croatian specialties made from only the freshest and locally produced ingredients. The closest beach is 800 metres away. Car rental and services such as dry cleaning and laundry facilities can be arranged by the staff. Dubrovnik's Ferry Port and Bus Stop can be reached in 2.3 km, while the airport is 22 km away. Show full description

HVAR. Great breakfast. Located in the heart of Hvar, Villa Nora is housed in a former palace from the 14th century. It offers spacious rooms with air conditioning, minibars and satellite TV. Restaurant Lucullus serves a rich breakfast and dinners including the specialities of Hvar Island like goat with potatoes cooked in a brick oven or cheese with capers and olive oil. Close to Villa Nora there are various restaurants, discotheques, a casino and a night club. The first beach is 150 meters away from the hotel. Tennis and mini golf facilities are 350 meters from the Nora. Show full description