From Hong Kong to Buenos Aires, we’re constantly on the hunt for the coolest hotels. And if you’re Croatia-bound, you’ll soon discover a plethora of designer digs to enhance your travels. Famed for its beachside location and palace alleyways, the best boutique hotels in Split offer the perfect jumping-off point from which to explore this stunning city.
These are the best boutique hotels in Split, Croatia
1. Hotel Vestibul Palace
Hotel: Hotel Vestibul Palace
Location: Iza Vestibula 4, 21000 Split, Croatia
Neighbourhood: Diocletian’s Palace, Old Town
Rooms: Seven rooms and suites across the main hotel, with additional accommodation at nearby properties in its collection
Style: Intimate luxury heritage hotel combining Roman, Gothic and Renaissance architecture with contemporary design
Family-friendly: Yes. The Luxury Suite accommodates up to three guests, although the compact property suits couples particularly well
Wellness: No dedicated spa or fitness centre
Pool: No swimming pool
Dining: Restaurant Magnus serves contemporary cuisine inspired by Dalmatian ingredients
Best for: Couples, history enthusiasts and travellers seeking an intimate stay inside Diocletian’s Palace
Prices starting from: Approximately €180 per night, depending on room and season
Hotel Vestibul Palace
If you’re looking for a boutique hotel in Split that comes with a little side of magic, then look no further than Hotel Vestibul Palace. Hidden away in the heart of Diocletian’s Palace, there’s just nothing like waking up and taking breakfast in the courtyard here.
Home to just seven rooms, expect the very best in designer furniture and stellar service. We absolutely fell in love with this beauty.
Read our full review of Hotel Vestibul Palace.
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2. Heritage Hotel 19
Hotel: Heritage Hotel 19
Location: Solurat 12, 21000 Split, Croatia
Neighbourhood: Varoš / West Coast, close to the Riva waterfront
Rooms: A selection of Standard Rooms, Double Rooms with Balconies and suites, including a Penthouse Suite
Style: Restored heritage building with eclectic interiors, vaulted ceilings and a peaceful courtyard
Family-friendly: Suitable for families with young children; children up to seven can stay with two adults, but extra beds are unavailable
Wellness: The Penthouse Suite features a private hydromassage bath; no dedicated spa or fitness centre
Pool: No swimming pool
Dining: Breakfast is included and served in the courtyard or lobby bar
Best for: Couples and independent travellers seeking a quiet, intimate base near Split’s waterfront
Prices starting from: Approximately €120 per night, depending on room and season
Heritage Hotel 19
Tucked away in a quiet pedestrian-only zone and close to the seaside promenade, Heritage Hotel 19 prides itself on offering a peaceful respite for holidaymakers. Situated in a heritage building that has been lovingly restored into one of Split’s most iconic boutique hotels, here you’ll find a friendly team ready to help you out with any of your travel questions.
Choose from a selection of room types, including the Deluxe Balcony Rooms with garden views. We recommend going all out and booking a Penthouse Suite, which includes a personal hydromassage bath alongside delightfully vaulted ceilings and eclectic design. Enjoy your breakfast in the lobby bar before borrowing one of the hotel’s bicycles to go out and explore the city.
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3. Briig Hotel
Hotel: Briig Hotel
Location: Prilaz Braće Kaliterna 1, 21000 Split, Croatia
Neighbourhood: Bačvice, near the beach and around a 10-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace
Rooms: 62 rooms, including three suites, with several categories offering sea views and private terraces
Style: Contemporary design hotel featuring striking architecture, original artwork and minimalist interiors
Family-friendly: Yes. Baby cots and additional beds are available, although the hotel has a predominantly couples-oriented atmosphere
Wellness: Sauna, massage treatments and fitness centre
Pool: Seasonal rooftop swimming pool with a terrace overlooking Bačvice Beach and the Adriatic
Dining: Median Restaurant serves contemporary cuisine, while BarCaffe offers drinks and lighter refreshments
Best for: Design lovers, couples and beachgoers who want contemporary accommodation near the Old Town
Prices starting from: Approximately €140 per night, depending on room and season
Briig Hotel
Ok. So if you’re obsessed with contemporary design hotels and you’re heading to Split, then Briig Hotel is where you need to be. The architecture, the art-influenced design, and personalised service make it a dream place to stay just a 10-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace and a hop, skip, and a jump from popular Bačvice Beach.
Inside, guests can enjoy features such as a monumental winding black staircase, original furniture from world-renowned designers, and posters by the likes of Boris Bucan. Sample molecular cuisine at Median or grab a drink at BarCaffe Bar before heading to the rooftop pool where you can take in the views of the surrounding Croatian islands or indulge in a relaxing massage.
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4. Marvie Hotel & Health
Hotel: Marvie Hotel & Health
Location: Peričićeva 1, 21000 Split, Croatia
Neighbourhood: Firule, close to the coast and a short drive from the Old Town
Rooms: Contemporary rooms and suites, including Superior Sea View Rooms, Deluxe Rooms and Premium Suites
Style: Modern wellness-focused hotel with understated interiors and sea views
Family-friendly: Yes. The hotel offers larger accommodation options and family-friendly facilities
Wellness: Renevie wellness zone with spa treatments, Finnish and steam saunas, fitness facilities and medical services
Pool: Indoor swimming pool and seasonal rooftop infinity pool
Dining: Da’Mar Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, while Mareo Bar offers drinks and light snacks
Best for: Wellness travellers, couples and families seeking spa facilities alongside a coastal city break
Prices starting from: Approximately €100 per night, depending on room and season
Marvie Hotel & Health
Looking to jump on the recent trend of getting some dental or medical work done in Croatia? Marvie Hotel & Spa combines luxe hotel life with dental, anti-ageing, and rehabilitation offerings. Check in to this design-led space by the waterfront and check out from the world for a while at the stunning rooftop pool.
Many of the rooms and apartments here offer balconies with exquisite views of the sea, and the Premium Suite has its own Jacuzzi for total relaxation. Get pampered at the spa and enjoy healthful Mediterranean cuisine at
Da’Mar Restaurant before heading to the bar for cocktails.
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5. Cornaro Hotel
Hotel: Cornaro Hotel
Location: Sinjska ulica 6, 21000 Split, Croatia
Neighbourhood: Split Old Town, close to Diocletian’s Palace and the Riva waterfront
Rooms: 158 rooms and suites, including Junior, Superior, Deluxe and Premium Suites
Style: Contemporary luxury lifestyle hotel with elegant interiors and Mediterranean touches
Family-friendly: Yes. Family accommodation options and connecting rooms make it suitable for families
Wellness: Spa offering massages and revitalising treatments
Pool: Rooftop decorative pool and whirlpool, with views across the city and Adriatic
Dining: Restaurant serving Dalmatian-inspired cuisine, plus the Split Rooftop Bar for drinks and light bites
Best for: Couples, families and city-break travellers wanting upscale accommodation in a central location
Prices starting from: Approximately €150 per night, depending on room and season
We love staying at this stylish lifestyle hotel, located perfectly for exploring the city. The service here is second to none and is one of the things that keeps us coming back, along with the really delicious breakfast.
Head to the rooftop bar for epic views and equally fab drinks and nibbles, plus the addition of a pool is a great touch. Rooms here have a modern and muted aesthetic and offer sea or city views.
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6. Radisson Blu Resort & Spa
Hotel: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa
Location: Put Trstenika 19, 21000 Split, Croatia
Neighbourhood: Trstenik, a coastal residential area east of the Old Town
Rooms: 252 rooms and suites, including sea-view accommodation and a Penthouse Suite
Style: Contemporary five-star seaside resort with minimalist interiors and Adriatic views
Family-friendly: Yes. Spacious rooms, family facilities and beach access make it suitable for families
Wellness: Extensive spa with Finnish sauna, steam room, whirlpools, relaxation areas, treatments and fitness facilities
Pool: Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
Dining: Three restaurants serving Dalmatian, Mediterranean and international cuisine, alongside a beach club restaurant
Best for: Families, couples and travellers seeking a full-service resort with beach and wellness facilities
Prices starting from: Approximately €130 per night, depending on room and season
Radisson Blu Resort & Spa (Photography: Radisson Hotel Group)
Recently renovated, Radisson Blu Resort & Spa is a five-star hotel offering a private beach club with 200 sunbeds alongside its many amenities. It’s now home to an impressive wellness centre and spa designed by BWM Architekten and complete with steam room, Finnish sauna, relaxation space, cold/warm pools, and whirlpools to ensure that guests can feel relaxed and rejuvenated during their stay.
The hotel is home to 252 rooms, many of which offer spectacular sea views, and all completed with contemporary, minimalist design made unique with pops of colour. Dine at one of the six restaurants on-site and swim at the outdoor or indoor pools, before venturing out to the nearby historic sites in the city.
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7. Hotel Amphora
Hotel: Hotel Amphora
Location: Šetalište Pape Ivana Pavla II 51, 21000 Split, Croatia
Neighbourhood: Žnjan, a beachfront area east of the city centre
Rooms: 178 rooms and suites, including sea-view accommodation and rooms with balcony Jacuzzis
Style: Modern seaside hotel with contemporary interiors and spacious outdoor terraces
Family-friendly: Yes. The hotel offers family accommodation and facilities for children
Wellness: Oleum Spa with massages, beauty treatments and relaxation facilities
Pool: Indoor and outdoor swimming pools, including an infinity-edge pool
Dining: Amphora Restaurant offers fine dining, while Galia provides a more casual option
Best for: Families, couples and beach lovers seeking modern accommodation with extensive leisure facilities
Prices starting from: Approximately €90 per night, depending on room and season
Looking for a modern beach-side hotel in Split? Opened in 2020, Hotel Amphora has a range of rooms and suites to suit everyone, many of which offer views of the sea and some even have Jacuzzis on the balcony!
Oleum Spa is where relaxation junkies will want to head to bask in the infinity-edge pool and sample face and body treatments and massages. At Amphora Restaurant, you can indulge in a fine dining experience or take it casual at Galia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best area to stay in Split?
The Old Town is ideal for exploring Diocletian’s Palace, historic landmarks and restaurants on foot. Bačvice suits beach lovers, while Firule and Trstenik offer a quieter coastal setting.
Is it better to stay in Split Old Town or near the beach?
Choose the Old Town for sightseeing, dining and nightlife. Beachside areas such as Bačvice and Žnjan are better for swimming and relaxing. You can reach the historic centre from either area by walking or taxi.
How many days should you spend in Split?
Allow at least three days to explore the Old Town, visit nearby beaches and enjoy the waterfront. Four or five days give you time for a day trip to nearby islands.
When is the best time to visit Split?
May, June and September offer warm weather and fewer crowds than peak summer. July and August are best for hot beach days, but expect higher hotel rates and busier attractions.
Is Split a good base for visiting nearby Croatian islands?
Yes. Split’s ferry port connects the city with popular islands such as Hvar, Brač, Šolta and Vis. Check seasonal ferry schedules before planning day trips.
How do you get from Split Airport to the city centre?
The airport is around 25 kilometres from central Split. Airport buses, taxis and private transfers are available, with journey times varying according to traffic.
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