Where to stay in Hvar — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Hvar is one of the most popular destinations on the Adriatic, famed as the sunniest island in Croatia. The harbour town of Hvar has a wide marble square, a hilltop fortress and a glamorous yacht marina, contrasting with rural charm like lavender fields, old vineyards and the crystal-clear Pakleni Islands. Days are for relaxing by the sea; nights buzz with bars and clubs.
Why stay in Hvar
Fortica (Španjola) Fortress
A hilltop fortress above Hvar town, with the prettiest panoramic views of the harbour and the Pakleni Islands at dusk.
Pakleni Islands
A short boat ride to a cluster of tiny islets with the clearest water, swimming coves and beach clubs.
Lavender fields
Hvar is known for its lavender; from late June into July the fields bloom purple across the island.
Vineyards and a UNESCO plain
The Stari Grad Plain is an ancient Greek agricultural landscape and World Heritage site, growing grapes and olives for over 2,400 years.
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Local dishes to try in Hvar
- 1🐟
Gregada
Hvar's traditional fish stew, simmered with potatoes, garlic and white wine for a beautifully balanced flavour.
📍 Seafood - 2🍷
Plavac Mali wine
A deep red wine from the island's steep hillside vineyards, a hallmark of southern Dalmatia.
📍 Drinks - 3💜
Lavender products
Essential oil, soap and lavender honey, the island's signature gifts straight from its lavender fields.
📍 Souvenirs - 4🦞
Fresh lobster and prawns
Premium seafood pulled fresh from the waters around the island, served at restaurants along the yacht marina.
📍 Seafood
- 1🏰
Fortica (Španjola) Fortress
A Venetian fortress on the hill above town, the best viewpoint over the harbour and the Pakleni Islands.
📍 Above Hvar town - 2⛪
St. Stephen's Square
The largest marble square in Dalmatia, ringed by the cathedral and cafés, the heart of the harbour town.
📍 Hvar town - 3🛥️
Pakleni Islands
A cluster of islets just off Hvar town with crystal-clear water, hidden coves, beach bars and dive spots.
📍 Boat trip - 4🏛️
Stari Grad Plain
An ancient Greek farming plain and UNESCO World Heritage site, divided by stone walls for over 2,400 years.
📍 North of the island - 5🏖️
Dubovica Beach
A pretty pebble cove with old stone houses by the sea and clear water for swimming, just outside Hvar town.
📍 South of the island - 6🍇
Stari Grad Town
The oldest town on the island, calm and quiet, with the main ferry port from Split.
📍 North side
Things to do in Hvar
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3 Hvar hotels our team picked for you
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★ 9.4LuxuryPalace Elisabeth, Hvar Heritage Hotel
#1 luxury heritage hotel · on St Stephen's Square
★ 9.3LuxuryMaslina Resort
#2 Design retreat · olive groves above Maslinica Bay
★ 9.3Upper-midHotel Moeesy, Blue & Green Oasis
#5 design boutique · seafront pine-grove oasis
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Adriana Hvar Spa Hotel
#3 spa hotel · rooftop pool on the Riva harbour
Heritage Hotel Park Hvar
#7 central boutique · 2-minute walk to the square
Riva Marina Hvar Hotel
#6 Waterfront boutique · the sharpest design on the Riva
Hotel Antica
#11 Convenient · on the Stari Grad ferry pier, bay view
Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort
#4 Seafront resort · Multi-tiered pools + private beach
Hostel Villa Skansi
#12 backpacker-favourite hostel · 50 metres from the beach
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🚆 Getting around Hvar
Ferry from Split
Catamarans run straight into Hvar town, and car ferries dock at Stari Grad, both from Split.
Walking in Hvar town
The harbour town is car-free, so you can easily stroll around the square and walk up to the fortress.
Buses on the island
Buses link Hvar town, Stari Grad and Jelsa around the ferry timetable, so check schedules in advance.
Water taxis to Pakleni
Water taxis leave Hvar town's harbour for the Pakleni Islands frequently in summer.
Where to go next near Hvar
DubrovnikA medieval walled town by the clear blue sea, a Game of Thrones filming location so beautiful you have to see it for yourself.
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SplitCroatia's second-largest port, built atop a 1,700-year-old Roman imperial palace where people still live within the walls.
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TrogirAn old town on a small island full of Romanesque-Gothic architecture, linked to the mainland and the island of Čiovo by short bridges.
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ZagrebA capital blending a hilltop old town with modern quarters, lively cafés, quirky museums, and a vibrant fresh market.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Hvar
How do I get to Hvar?+
Take a catamaran from Split straight into Hvar town (about an hour), or a car ferry to the Stari Grad port. In summer there are also boats connecting Dubrovnik and other islands.
Is Hvar better for partying or relaxing?+
It works for both. Hvar town has lively seaside bars and clubs at night, while Stari Grad and Jelsa, along with the vineyards and lavender fields, are quiet and restful.
When is the best time to visit Hvar?+
Late June into July you can see the lavender in bloom, with hot, sunny weather perfect for swimming. May and September are quieter and cheaper.
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