While most tourists bound for Croatia head to coastal hubs such as Split, Dubrovnik, or Hvar, we’d recommend carving out some time to visit the nation’s capital too. Filled with a range of captivating Gothic and Austro-Hungarian buildings, it’s an architecture lover’s dream, plus it has a buzzing F&B scene. If you are heading inland, be sure to stay at one of the best boutique hotels in Zagreb.

The best boutique hotels in Zagreb

1. Met Boutique Hotel | Zagreb

Home to 26 rooms across five floors, Met Boutique Hotel is an artistic escape in the heart of the Croatian capital. Designed with the modern traveller in mind, rooms here feature a contemporary aesthetic that blends light woods with pops of colour that feel homely.

Offering sweeping views of nearby Zagreb Cathedral and Ban Jelačić Square, Valmarie is the onsite restaurant serving dishes crafted with fresh local ingredients. Pen 22 is the popular bar regularly visited by both locals and tourists.

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2. Amadria Park Hotel Capital | Zagreb

Amadria Park Hotel Capital
Amadria Park Hotel Capital

Boutique hotels in Croatia don’t get any better than Amadria Park Hotel Capital. Once home to a bank, the heritage property blends early 20th century architecture with all the mod-cons you could ask for. Design influences are taken from Art Deco and Nouveau periods, meaning there’s oodles of character to be found in every space.

Rooms are warm and spacious, and we definitely recommend splurging for the Studio Suite that offers views of the city alongside chandeliers, and lush interiors. Restaurant & Bar Capital serves up fine dining in a space filled with greenery and the breakfast here is renowned for its imaginative dishes. The Capital Private Club is available for hire for groups of 25 and features the original vault door that once concealed money bags and gold bars at the bank.

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3. Lobagola | Zagreb

Lobagola B&B
Lobagola

Launched by a passionate people person who wants to share his love for his country with others, Lobagola is an intimate B&B converted from a mid-20th century house. The design here is on point, with loads of upcycled elements sitting pretty inside the modernist spaces, and ​​each of the nine guestrooms are named after Croatian cities and renowned products from the area.

The devil is in the details here and guests will love perusing the vinyl collection and spending time in the hammocks on the terrace. Enjoy a buffet breakfast with goodies from local suppliers and be sure to book in for a Saturday, when the hotel throws a barbeque complete with Croatian wine.

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4. Canopy by Hilton Zagreb City Centre | Zagreb

Canopy by Hilton Zagreb City Centre
Canopy by Hilton Zagreb City Centre

Conveniently located near the centre of the city, Canopy by Hilton Zagreb City Centre offers tastefully designed rooms and suites with influences of Zagreb neighbourhood interwoven throughout.

Restaurant ReUnion serves a range of Mediterranean and continental dishes, all crafted from fresh produce sourced at the nearby market. There’s a 24-hour gym, and be sure to try out the complimentary bikes available and discover the cobblestone streets of the capital.

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5. Hotel 9 | Zagreb

best boutique hotels Zagreb Criatia Hotel 9 guestroom in silver
Hotel 9

Designed by renowned local architect Ante Vrban, Hotel 9 is an uber cool getaway that promises some of the friendliest service in town. The modernist rooms here have an opulent style and feature materials such as marble and glass. Choose from the silver, gold, or white floor, with each inclusive of oversized beds and trendy furniture.

The expansive breakfast selection is sure to set guests up for a day of work or play. Enjoy a tipple at the bar before heading out to the discover the city from this hotel located conveniently close to the city’s bus station.

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6. Palace Hotel Zagreb | Zagreb

Palace Hotel Zagreb
Palace Hotel Zagreb

Sitting pretty inside a gorgeous Art Nouveau-style building, Palace Hotel Zagreb can be originally opened in 1891. In fact, the property claims the title of the first hotel to open in Zagreb. With such a noble title, you’d expect stellar service, and regal interiors, and that’s exactly what you get.

Spend time in the wellness centre, enjoy the beloved delights at the restaurant, and explore the city to your heart’s content, thanks to the central location.

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7. Swanky Mint Hostel | Zagreb

You may hear the word: hostel and immediately cringe, but there’s a reason Swanky Mint is the most awarded hostel in the country! Once a 19th century textile-dye factory, these days, you’ll find an outdoor pool, live music, plenty of terraces for relaxing, and amazing service at the property.

There are 10 private rooms and two studio apartments available alongside the eight dorms, and each blends contemporary design with pops of colour. The Swanky Monkey Garden Bar is a mingling space for locals and tourists alike, and there’s a kitchen and common room onsite too.

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