Out of all the various nations within Europe, Croatia might be perhaps one of the most overlooked destinations. It’s a shame really, because Croatia is stunningly beautiful and filled with many great opportunities for travelers and vacation seekers. Given its unique location within the crossroads of Central Europe and Southeast Europe and the fact that a large portion of the nation lies on the Adriatic Sea, Croatia is ideal for luxury resorts and hotels. Take a look at some of the pictures of the towns and cities across the Adriatic, and you’ll see why Croatia is one of Europe’s best kept secretes. Since Croatia is home to a host of incredible hotels and resorts, we are going to take a quick look at five of the most gorgeous ones out there.
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5. Royal Princess Hotel – Dubrovnik
TripAdvisor Score: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Dubrovnik is a coastal city in Southern Croatia that’s one of the most popular vacation destinations the country has to offer, in addition to being arguably the most beautiful city in Croatia. The weather is incredible, the beaches are beautiful, and the town is just charming. It is here that we find the Royal Princess Hotel and it is truly a standout destination. Constructed in 2012, this hotel is still very new and is located just a few feet off of the Adriatic. Accommodations here are only in the form of luxury suites, of which there are 54 in total so it is also a fairly intimate hotel rather than a massive resort. The basic suites start at 538-square-feet and they are essentially small apartments. The hotel offers luxury furnishings, beach access, a plethora of meeting rooms, a class-leading spa, four pools, and three restaurants and bars. The views here are incredible, and if you’re seeking a beach vacation, the Royal Princess Hotel is a great choice to make that happen.
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4. Esplanade Zagreb Hotel – Zagreb
TripAdvisor Score: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Located in the city of Zagreb, the Esplanade Zagreb Hotel is the perfect hotel for those that are seeking a traditional luxury experience. The building was originally constructed back in 1925 as a refuge for people traveling along the Orient Express. Over the years it has been converted into a prized, five-star hotel that’s one of the best in the nation. Architecturally speaking, it embodies a classic European style seen throughout this part of the world. It’s centrally located to many attractions within the city, and many celebrities, actors, politicians, and other famous people opt to stay here. The have an award-winning fine dining restaurant, an incredible spa, excellent service, and extremely premium rooms. Again, it’s a five-star establishment so you can expect the best-of-the-best here. TripAdvisor users also rate it as the number one hotel in the entire city.
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3. Kempinski Hotel Adriatic – Savudrija
TripAdvisor Score: 4.5 out of 5 stars
You’re probably starting to notice a theme with this list, but really the most beautiful hotels in Croatia are found along the Adriatic. The area is just so sublime and incredible, so it makes for the ideal location for a premium hotel or resort. Located on the north-western part of the country, the Kempinski Hotel Adriatic is a five-star property located right on the sea. It offers a private beach, 3 pools, 186 premium rooms and suites, three restaurants, a few bars, access to a golf course, a 32,000-square-foot spa, plenty of reception rooms for weddings/conferences, and much more. Everything about this hotel is ultra premium, and with views of nearby Italy, Slovenia, and the Austrian Alps, the Kempinski Hotel Adriatic is something quite special.
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2. Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik – Dubrovnik
TripAdvisor Score: 4.5 out of 5 stars
We’ve got another standout hotel from Dubrovnik and this time it’s the Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik. This pictures gives you a great sense as to why this hotel is pretty spectacular, and it’s another great place to stay when you visit Croatia. Located right on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic, this five-star property is both exceptionally luxurious and beautiful. There are 91 premium rooms in total, two restaurants, a bar, a massive spa, and easy access to the wonderful city of Dubrovnik. It’s arguably one of the best hotels within the city, which makes it one of the best hotels within Croatia.
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1. Hotel Monte Mulini – Rovinj
TripAdvisor Sore: 5 out of 5 stars
Finally we have the luxurious Hotel Monte Mulini located in the coastal town of Rovinj. According to TripAdvisor, this is the top rated hotel in the entire country. It’s a premium, five-star hotel that offers 99 rooms and 14 luxury suites in total. All rooms have private balconies and incredible views of the surrounding area. The hotel is right on the water with its back facing the protected Zlanti rt forrest park, so really the location could not be any more ideal. The hotel offers an incredible spa, a fitness center, a few restaurants and bars (including a wine vault with over 550 different wines), 12 tennis courts, and of course access to the bay. They quaint town of Rovinj is just 15 minutes away and offers travelers a variety of activities. Again, like all the hotels on our list, the Hotel Monte Mulini is a top-of-the-line establishment that offers all the luxuries seen in a five-star property. You really cannot go wrong staying in any of these hotels.
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