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Palmizana

Sveti Klement, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Palmizana

Boho-chic escape – lush gardens with bungalows, villas, two restaurants and a beach, on a car-free islet near Hvar.

Average £120

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Little Green Bay Hotel

Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Little Green Bay Hotel

Secluded waterside hideaway with its own bistro, beach and spa, where chic design meets unspoilt nature on Hvar island.

Average £440

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Puteus Palace Heritage Hotel

Brac, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Puteus Palace Heritage Hotel

In a sleepy village on Brac, this 15-room heritage hotel has a glorious garden restaurant, a wine bar and mini-spa.

Average £150

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The Fabris

Korcula, Dalmatia, Croatia

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The Fabris

A five-minute walk from Korcula’s bustling port, just outside the picturesque Old Town, this informal inn has a  lovely sea-view terrace and does an excellent breakfast.

Average £150

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Adriana Hotel

Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Adriana Hotel

Trendy hotel in up-market Hvar Town, with a fabulous rooftop pool and bar, a vast spa and a waterside restaurant.

Average £240

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Villa Giardino Hotel

Brac, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Villa Giardino Hotel

A heritage boutique B&B with a charming courtyard garden dotted with beanbags. Perfect for making the most of Brac’s sunny beaches and adventure sports.

Average £190

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Hotel San Giorgio

Vis, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Hotel San Giorgio

This ten-room hotel and gourmet restaurant offers boutique bliss on the unspoilt island of Vis. Ten-minute walk to the port, and hotel bikes for hire for exploring.

Average £400

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Palace Elisabeth Hvar Heritage Hotel

Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Palace Elisabeth Hvar Heritage Hotel

History and elegance prevail at this palatial 45-room grand hotel, with a renowned restaurant and spa.

Average £380

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Maslina Resort

Hvar, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Maslina Resort

A luxurious 50-room waterside resort with contemporary design, gourmet dining, a spa and its own organic garden on Hvar Island.

Average £400

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Lesic Dimitri Palace

Korucla, Dalmatia, Croatia

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Lesic Dimitri Palace

Boutique aparthotel combining low-profile luxury, a Michelin-starred restaurant and a small spa, in Korcula’s medieval-walled old town.

Average £400

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