Best Luxury Hotels in Croatia

The Murum heritage hotel is not only provides guests with one of the most intimate hotel experiences to be found anywhere in Europe but is also one of Europe’s most historic hotels as it is connected to Diocletian’s Palace with the hotel’s principal wall dating back to the Roman empire. Situated in the heart of Split the Murum is perfect for guests who desire the most bespoke of experiences. The hotel’s 7 rooms and suites utilise natural materials and colours (including the Roman wall) to make the rooms feel light and welcoming. The rooms are equipped with Rituals cosmetics, LCD TVs, and air conditioning. Whilst the hotel does not have its own restaurant its dedicated concierge team are always at hand to advise guests on the best restaurants nearby, and due to the Murums location there are many.

Known for its historic buildings amidst the Mediterranean climate, Opatija in Croatia boasts the Bevanda Hotel, the first 5-star boutique hotel in the Northern Adriatic where traditional Kvarner enogastronomic heritage meets modern-day luxury. Hotel Bevanda has 10 sophisticatedly furnished rooms which are each uniquely named after famous people who have stayed in the town throughout history, including the Deluxe Suite and Superior Dvokrevetna Soba, where you can find that final bit of comfort to your idyllic stay in Croatia. In addition to this, Hotel Bevanda provides additional services, such as trips to nearby islands with their very own speedboat, wellness programmes, and even shuttle services to and from the nearby airports, creating an all-rounded experience so you do not have to lift a finger. Whether you need a break away or are creating family memories in the beautiful and historic town of Opatija, Hotel Bevanda could be your new home away from home.

Le Premier is home to Eastern Europe’s only Davidoff cigar lounge, a cosy nightspot, with Chesterfield sofas and wood-panelled walls creating an old-world gentleman’s club feel. But the highlight is undoubtedly its incredible restaurant, headed by a Croatian Michelin-starred celebrity chef. The hotel is housed in a listed building – a former bank – with the interiors taking on a classic Italian flair, accented by local modern artworks. 60 airy bedrooms are soothingly decorated, plus there’s a spa, with two saunas and a fitness room. Located in the art and design district, many city attractions are accessible on foot.

With a curved exterior, reminiscent of a modern cruise liner, the concept for the 248 room minimalist hotel was inspired by Rovinj’s natural surrounds. Its deeply unconventional style, along with elegant cutting edge interiors and striking artworks, has earned its place as a member of Design Hotels (the first property in Croatia to do so). A large free-form outdoor seawater pool is hidden behind mature, tall trees, with its seductive array of whirlpools, waterfalls and geysers. Hotel Lone overlooks a pretty bay on one side and mature forestry on the other. 

This recently renovated hotel is set on a hill and provides guests with magnificent views of the ocean and surrounding hills. The Rixos Livertas Dubrovnik takes full advantage of its stunning position and provides guests with plenty of outdoor spaces to unwind while soaking up the scenery. Guests should make sure that they secure one of the magnificent suites that can be found on the hotel’s upper floors so that they can soak up the scenery at their leisure from their private balcony, while the hotel is famous for its excellent dining opportunities.