The Lantana Hotel & Residence is an upper-middle-range vacation complex with a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere set in well-tended grounds that include a cactus garden and citrus groves. A large swimming pool is the main focus of the property and there's just one restaurant that serves traditional regional dishes. There's a choice of regular rooms or apartments with cooking facilities; all with large terraces and free Wi-Fi. Its location on the edge of the pretty Sardinian village of Pula means there's little in the immediate area and local beaches are a five-minute drive or 20-minute stroll away. Travelers looking for quiet and calm will certainly find it here, but for sea views and an infinity-edge pool compare rates with Hotel Costa dei Fiori.
The Lantana Hotel & Residence is an upper-middle-range vacation complex with a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere set in well-tended grounds that include a cactus garden and citrus groves. A large swimming pool is the main focus of the property and there's just one restaurant that serves traditional regional dishes. There's a choice of regular rooms or apartments with cooking facilities; all with large terraces and free Wi-Fi. Its location on the edge of the pretty Sardinian village of Pula means there's little in the immediate area and local beaches are a five-minute drive or 20-minute stroll away. Travelers looking for quiet and calm will certainly find it here, but for sea views and an infinity-edge pool compare rates with Hotel Costa dei Fiori.
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.
Hotel Maritimo Makarska offers a prime location that's right on the beachfront promenade, which cuts across its restaurant's breezy outdoor terrace. The three-pearl property has 22 colorful guest rooms with private furnished balconies, though not all have sea views. All units have AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and kettles (by request), but bathrooms lack toiletries. Free breakfast is offered, and the bar serves up booze or espresso in an outdoor lounge, but there's no gym, and there isn't much for kids to do. Leisure travelers and families with young children who are looking for more amenities can check out the four-pearl Hotel Meteor, located down the beach.
Hotel Maritimo Makarska offers a prime location that's right on the beachfront promenade, which cuts across its restaurant's breezy outdoor terrace. The three-pearl property has 22 colorful guest rooms with private furnished balconies, though not all have sea views. All units have AC, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and kettles (by request), but bathrooms lack toiletries. Free breakfast is offered, and the bar serves up booze or espresso in an outdoor lounge, but there's no gym, and there isn't much for kids to do. Leisure travelers and families with young children who are looking for more amenities can check out the four-pearl Hotel Meteor, located down the beach.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Laguna Mediteran is a particularly good choice for families, about a seven-minute walk from Plava Laguna Beach and a six-minute drive from Porec. Open seasonally (April - October) the hotel features a wealth of facilities and activities, including a heated outdoor pool and children's pool, tennis courts, beach volleyball and soccer, a kids' club, and nightly entertainment. There's an on-site buffet restaurant that serves breakfast (fee) and dinner, with outdoor seating, and aperitif bar. The property's 332 guest rooms have a simple, contemporary look, and while they lack kettles and mini-fridges, all come with AC, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, and some have balconies. Travelers looking for a more upscale stay can consider The nearby Valamar Diamant Hotel.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Laguna Mediteran is a particularly good choice for families, about a seven-minute walk from Plava Laguna Beach and a six-minute drive from Porec. Open seasonally (April - October) the hotel features a wealth of facilities and activities, including a heated outdoor pool and children's pool, tennis courts, beach volleyball and soccer, a kids' club, and nightly entertainment. There's an on-site buffet restaurant that serves breakfast (fee) and dinner, with outdoor seating, and aperitif bar. The property's 332 guest rooms have a simple, contemporary look, and while they lack kettles and mini-fridges, all come with AC, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi, and some have balconies. Travelers looking for a more upscale stay can consider The nearby Valamar Diamant Hotel.
Hotel Orphee is a quiet mid-range hotel located 10 minutes from Dubrovnik Airport in the small town of Plat. The hotel is part of a complex that shares an outdoor pool overlooking the sea and offers direct access to a private beach. Otherwise, there's not much to love here, especially for guests with mobility issues, as there are no elevators and some rooms are a long walk away from the restaurant. Buffet breakfast (free) and dinner are served and there's a poolside bar/cafe -- but food gets poor reviews. Some rooms have lovely sea views and all have mini-fridges and flat-screen TVs, but guests complain of maintenance issues and nonexistent Wi-Fi. Villas Plat, located within the same complex, offers apartment-style units with full kitchens.
Hotel Orphee is a quiet mid-range hotel located 10 minutes from Dubrovnik Airport in the small town of Plat. The hotel is part of a complex that shares an outdoor pool overlooking the sea and offers direct access to a private beach. Otherwise, there's not much to love here, especially for guests with mobility issues, as there are no elevators and some rooms are a long walk away from the restaurant. Buffet breakfast (free) and dinner are served and there's a poolside bar/cafe -- but food gets poor reviews. Some rooms have lovely sea views and all have mini-fridges and flat-screen TVs, but guests complain of maintenance issues and nonexistent Wi-Fi. Villas Plat, located within the same complex, offers apartment-style units with full kitchens.
The 163-room Hotel Lapad is an upscale property located on Gruz Bay, less than a 10-minute drive to the sights in Dubrovnik's Old Town and a 10-minute walk to a rocky beach. The beautiful stone building is over 100 years old, but rooms are modern, featuring flat-screen TVs, minibars, free Wi-Fi, and sleek bathrooms with rain showerheads. A breakfast buffet is included in most room rates, a bright restaurant is on-site, a bar with covered outdoor patio has live music some evenings, and more options are within walking distance. Getting a poolside lounger at the heated, outdoor pool is rarely an issue, though additional lounge spaces can be found in a pretty walled garden. Some rooms are on the small side, and though sea-view balconies are available, most are tiny with only room for a single chair. Rates are fair for this caliber, but those willing to pay a bit more to be right on a beach should consider the Valamar Dubrovnik President Hotel.
The 163-room Hotel Lapad is an upscale property located on Gruz Bay, less than a 10-minute drive to the sights in Dubrovnik's Old Town and a 10-minute walk to a rocky beach. The beautiful stone building is over 100 years old, but rooms are modern, featuring flat-screen TVs, minibars, free Wi-Fi, and sleek bathrooms with rain showerheads. A breakfast buffet is included in most room rates, a bright restaurant is on-site, a bar with covered outdoor patio has live music some evenings, and more options are within walking distance. Getting a poolside lounger at the heated, outdoor pool is rarely an issue, though additional lounge spaces can be found in a pretty walled garden. Some rooms are on the small side, and though sea-view balconies are available, most are tiny with only room for a single chair. Rates are fair for this caliber, but those willing to pay a bit more to be right on a beach should consider the Valamar Dubrovnik President Hotel.
The 147-room Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik is an upscale landmark hotel set in a grand, late-19th-century building on the edge of the city's Old Town. Its proximity to Dubrovnik's main tourist center is a major draw, while its hilltop position also offers sea views from many rooms. All the facilities you'd expect from a four-pearl hotel are present -- a spa with a pool, decent restaurant, and terrace bar -- though there's a fee for Wi-Fi and the somewhat generic rooms lack a certain polish. Overall, it's certainly one of finest hotels in the area -- though it's worth comparing rates with The Pucic Palace, a luxury boutique located within the ancient walls of Old Town.
The 147-room Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik is an upscale landmark hotel set in a grand, late-19th-century building on the edge of the city's Old Town. Its proximity to Dubrovnik's main tourist center is a major draw, while its hilltop position also offers sea views from many rooms. All the facilities you'd expect from a four-pearl hotel are present -- a spa with a pool, decent restaurant, and terrace bar -- though there's a fee for Wi-Fi and the somewhat generic rooms lack a certain polish. Overall, it's certainly one of finest hotels in the area -- though it's worth comparing rates with The Pucic Palace, a luxury boutique located within the ancient walls of Old Town.