Depending where in Croatia you want to stay, beach hotels can offer a whole host of different activities. From sight-seeing to island-hopping, Croatia’s attractions are endless. Stay with a beach hotel on the Dalmatian Coast to relax on lush islands with photogenic beaches, or head to Dubrovnik for rocky coves and watersports. Whatever you decide, beach hotels in Croatia will be able to make your trip all the more spectacular.

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Beach Hotels in Croatia: Top Hotels along Croatia’s Spectacular Coastline

Dubrovnik: Be Enchanted by the Pearl of the Adriatic

With its medieval walls, rugged cliffs and UNESCO World Heritage status, beach hotels in Dubrovnik entice visitors with their access to some of the country’s most beloved architecture and history. Begin your vacation by exploring the bewitching limestone streets and terracotta roofs of the walled Old Town. Enter the town the Pile Gate and be surrounded by Baroque and Renaissance architecture and a timeless atmosphere. The wide Stradun is the town’s central pedestrian street, from which narrow alleyways shoot off in all directions. Wander around the enclosed town and see if you can spot any of the sites of the acclaimed HBO series Game of Thrones. You are also able to walk the entire circumference of the wall and explore its fortifications and turrets – you’ll also be afforded with exceptional views over the Adriatic. A beach hotel on Croatia’s southern coast will also mean the beautiful Bellevue Beach is also within walking distance. A pretty pebbled cove where daredevils can jump from the cliffs and sun-seekers can take a dip in the emerald water. Another beach to enjoy within easy reach of your hotel is Copacabana – a great location to try your hand at parasailing, kayaking and banana boats.

Split & the Croatian Islands: Unparalleled Beauty

© Radisson Blu Resort SplitAnother gem on the Dalmatian Coast is Split; your gateway to the Croatian Islands. Beach hotels in Dalmatia have unparalleled access to gorgeous destinations like Hvar, Brač and Pag, and best place to begin your adventure is Split. Before hopping on a chartered yacht, take some time to admire the ruins of Diocletian’s Palace that have been built into the modern metropolis that stands today. An energetic hub of harbor-side bars, palm-lined streets and an exuberant nightlife, Split will certainly prepare you for the high seas. Next stop: Hvar. A glamourous destination for Europe’s high-flyers, Hvar Town is the central tourist hub of the island and can get very congested in the height of the season. A beach hotel here, however, is beneficial as it places you opposite the exceptional Pakleni Islands. Here you’ll find your very own slice of paradise with an abundance of hidden coves and idyllic lagoons. The next stop on your tour of beach hotels in Croatia is Brač. Catch some serious sun on the white sands of Zlatni Rat (a.k.a. Golden Cape) before heading into Bol to enjoy its delightful promenade and sea-front restaurants.

Istria: The Wilder North

© Hotel NauticaJust across the Adriatic from Venice and across the border from Slovenia, Istria provides a fresh experience for travelers who want to escape the hubbub of Dubrovnik and Split in the height of the season – and beach hotels in Rovinj are a great base from which to explore the rest of the region. Situated in lush surroundings, Rovinj’s historic fishing port is home to a stylish atmosphere and gorgeous archipelago. If its beaches you’re looking for, you’re in luck. Housed in the Park Forest Zlatni Rt, Lone Bay, Golden Cape and Zlatni Rt beach are all accessible with a bike hire from Rovinj and will all likely be fairly peaceful in the off-season. Adventurous travelers looking to explore Istria’s verdant interior should plan a daytrip to the Lim Fjord, rich with birdlife and an abundance of flora and fauna. A beach hotel on Croatia’s northern coast also has access to the bustling harbor city of Pula, which is also where you’ll find the Roman amphitheater that might just rival Rome’s Colosseum. Pula is also your gateway to the Brijuni National Park; a collection of 14 islands where you can try a spot of golf, enjoy an educational water trail or simply unwind on a towel. Beach hotels in Croatia will have everything you need for the perfect vacation.

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