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3-star hotels in Zagreb
This shortlist gathers Zagreb's 3-star hotels, from heritage addresses steps from Ban Jelačić Square to quieter options near Jarun and the airport road. It is for travellers who want a comfortable base in the Croatian capital without paying for full-service luxury.
Staying in Zagreb
Zagreb balances the pace of a relaxed city with the amenities of a European capital of around 800,000 people. Visitors come for the compact centre, where the Lower Town's squares and museums give way to the atmospheric streets of the Upper Town around St. Mark's Church and the Stone Gate, and for green escapes such as Maksimir Park and the open-air gallery of Mirogoj Cemetery. Cafe culture, festivals and a growing museum scene fill the calendar from spring through autumn. Rooms At Zajceva 34 and Rooms Madison lie a little further out, Hotel Jarun and Best Western Airport Hotel Stella serve the western and airport sides, and Hotel Magdalena and Hotel Gallus sit further from the core. The mix suits couples on a short break, families needing family rooms and parking, and drivers who prefer to leave the car outside the tightest streets.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Magdalena
Bacurina Ul. 1A 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHotel Magdalena sits on Bacurina Ul. 1A, 7.4 km from the centre, and suits families and drivers who prefer space over a central address. Family rooms are available alongside air conditioning throughout. Free car parking and free wifi cover the practical side, while a garden, patio and terrace extend things outdoors. Kitchen and kitchenette facilities with a refrigerator help on longer stays, and room service is on hand. Guests rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 526 reviews.
See Hotel MagdalenaRooms At Zajceva 34
Zajceva Ulica 34, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRooms At Zajceva 34 is a 3-star hotel 2.1 km from Zagreb's centre. Its 4.8 guest rating comes from 298 reviews. Free car parking, air conditioning, and a kitchen make it practical for families or guests who want to prepare their own meals. The address on Zajceva Ulica suits travellers who prefer a self-contained stay slightly outside the city core.
See Rooms At Zajceva 34Hotel Jarun
Hrgovici 2, Zagreb, Croatia
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRound-the-clock reception at Hotel Jarun on Hrgovici 2 means late arrivals and early starts are handled, and express check in speeds things up further. The hotel lies 4.1 km from the centre and offers free wifi, lifts and non smoking rooms. Guests on special diets can be catered for, and lunch is served. Air conditioning and a wake-up service cover the basics. It holds 4.7 out of 5 from 853 reviews.
See Hotel JarunManda Heritage Hotel
15A Draškoviceva Ul., Zagreb, Croatia
- Lounge
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAt 0.7 km from the centre, Manda Heritage Hotel on 15A Draškoviceva Ul. keeps guests close to the middle of Zagreb. A garden and a lounge offer quiet corners, while kitchen and kitchenette facilities, a minibar and a refrigerator add flexibility. The 24-hour front desk, lifts and shuttle service handle arrivals and onward journeys, and dry cleaning is available. A casino sits on site. It scores 4.7 out of 5 from 314 reviews.
See Manda Heritage HotelHotel Gallus
Brestovecka 2B, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereWellness is the reason to pick Hotel Gallus on Brestovecka 2B: a spa, sauna and fitness centre are all on site. The hotel is 9.7 km from the centre, and free car parking makes the drive straightforward, with wheelchair accessible access. A restaurant serves lunch and can cater to special diets, and a banquet room takes groups. It rates 4.6 out of 5 from 2047 reviews.
See Hotel GallusHotel Jagerhorn
Ilica 14, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereIlica 14 puts Hotel Jagerhorn 0.5 km from the centre, the shortest distance on this list. Family rooms are available, and a garden and terrace provide outdoor space. Free car parking and free wifi are included, with a bar, minibar and car rental service on site. Guests on special diets are catered for, lunch is served and a buffet is offered. It rates 4.6 out of 5 from 1276 reviews.
See Hotel JagerhornBest Western Airport Hotel Stella
Maslenicka 1, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereShuttle service makes Best Western Airport Hotel Stella on Maslenicka 1 convenient for early flights, and its spa, sauna and massage treatments give a reason to arrive a day early. The hotel stands 8.8 km from the centre and offers a fitness centre, business centre and free car parking. Family rooms are available, and breakfast is served. It scores 4.5 out of 5 from 973 reviews.
See Best Western Airport Hotel StellaHotel Orient Zagreb
Trnjanska Cesta 11E, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereTravellers with pets can book Hotel Orient Zagreb on Trnjanska Cesta 11E, where pets are allowed. The hotel is 1.1 km from the centre and runs a restaurant with lunch, buffet and special diets, so meals are covered on site. Family rooms, a garden and a terrace suit those with children, and parking is available. It holds 4.2 out of 5 from 747 reviews.
See Hotel Orient ZagrebHotel Central
Ulica Kneza Branimira 3, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereA casino and business centre under one roof make Hotel Central on Ulica Kneza Branimira 3 a fit for both leisure and work trips. It stands 0.6 km from the centre, with a bar, banquet facilities and room service. Breakfast and lunch are served as buffets, currency exchange is handled at the desk, and pets are allowed. It scores 4.0 out of 5 from 1387 reviews.
See Hotel CentralRooms Madison
Savska Cesta 118, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereConcierge service and express check in set the tone at Rooms Madison on Savska Cesta 118, 2.2 km from the centre. Free car parking and a car rental service make getting around easier, and public transport is available. Family rooms, a lounge and a terrace cover different moods, with room service and free wifi throughout. Pets are allowed. It rates 4.0 out of 5 from 210 reviews.
See Rooms MadisonArt Hotel Like
Vlaska 44, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereA garage takes the parking problem out of a stay at Art Hotel Like on Vlaska 44, 0.8 km from the centre. Balconies come with the rooms, and a lounge and terrace provide shared space. Family rooms are available, and a market on site covers everyday needs. The 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and 24-hour security handle arrivals at any hour. It scores 3.9 out of 5 from 745 reviews.
See Art Hotel LikeCasablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast
92 Vlaška Ulica, Zagreb, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereBreakfast is served at Casablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast on 92 Vlaška Ulica, 1.4 km from the centre. A sauna sits on site, and a garden and terrace give guests somewhere to unwind. Family rooms are available and special diets can be arranged. Free wifi and parking are provided, and rooms come with a refrigerator, desk and air conditioning. Luggage storage and laundry service are also offered.
See Casablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Magdalena | ★★★ | 4.8 | 526 | Yes | – | – | – | 7.4 km |
| Rooms At Zajceva 34 | ★★★ | 4.8 | 298 | Yes | – | – | – | 2.1 km |
| Hotel Jarun | ★★★ | 4.7 | 853 | – | – | – | – | 4.1 km |
| Manda Heritage Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 314 | – | – | – | – | 0.7 km |
| Hotel Gallus | ★★★ | 4.6 | 2,047 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 9.7 km |
| Hotel Jagerhorn | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,276 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.5 km |
| Best Western Airport Hotel Stella | ★★★ | 4.5 | 973 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 8.8 km |
| Hotel Orient Zagreb | ★★★ | 4.2 | 747 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.1 km |
| Hotel Central | ★★★ | 4.0 | 1,387 | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 0.6 km |
| Rooms Madison | ★★★ | 4.0 | 210 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 2.2 km |
| Art Hotel Like | ★★★ | 3.9 | 745 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Casablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For a central short break
Manda Heritage Hotel, Hotel Jagerhorn, Hotel Central and Art Hotel Like all sit within about 1 km of the centre, so the squares, museums and cafe streets are close at hand. Jagerhorn and Manda Heritage carry guest ratings of 4.6 and 4.7, making them the strongest-reviewed of the central group.
Manda Heritage Hotel · Hotel Jagerhorn · Hotel Central · Art Hotel Like
For families
Hotel Magdalena, Rooms At Zajceva 34, Hotel Jagerhorn, Hotel Central, Art Hotel Like and Rooms Madison all list family rooms. The first two add kitchen or kitchenette facilities and free car parking, which eases longer stays, while Magdalena and Zajceva 34 share a 4.8 guest rating.
Hotel Magdalena · Rooms At Zajceva 34 · Hotel Jagerhorn · Hotel Central · Art Hotel Like · Rooms Madison
For drivers
Hotel Magdalena, Rooms At Zajceva 34, Hotel Gallus, Hotel Jagerhorn, Rooms Madison and Best Western Airport Hotel Stella all offer free car parking. Gallus, Stella and Madison also sit away from the narrowest central streets, and Stella adds a shuttle service for airport transfers.
Hotel Magdalena · Rooms At Zajceva 34 · Hotel Gallus · Hotel Jagerhorn · Rooms Madison · Best Western Airport Hotel Stella
For wellness facilities
Hotel Gallus pairs a sauna and spa with a fitness centre. Best Western Airport Hotel Stella offers a sauna, spa, massage and fitness centre, while Casablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast lists a sauna among its facilities, unusual for a small bed and breakfast.
Hotel Gallus · Best Western Airport Hotel Stella · Casablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Zagreb is served by Franjo Tuđman Airport, about 10 km southeast of the city centre, with direct flights from many European cities. From the airport, the Pleso Prijevoz shuttle bus connects to the main bus station, and taxis and ride-sharing services are available. Zagreb's main railway station is in the Lower Town, with direct trains to Ljubljana, Vienna, Budapest and other regional destinations. Within the city, trams are the primary mode of public transport, covering all major neighbourhoods; tickets can be purchased at kiosks or on board. The historic Upper Town is best explored on foot, with the funicular connecting it to the Lower Town. Several hotels on this list, including Best Western Airport Hotel Stella and Hotel Magdalena, also list a shuttle service.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Hotel Jagerhorn on Ilica is 0.5 km from the centre, followed by Hotel Central at 0.6 km and Manda Heritage Hotel at 0.7 km. Art Hotel Like lies 0.8 km out and Hotel Orient Zagreb 1.1 km.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
Several list free car parking, among them Hotel Magdalena, Rooms At Zajceva 34, Hotel Gallus, Hotel Jagerhorn, Rooms Madison and Best Western Airport Hotel Stella. Hotel Central, Hotel Orient Zagreb and Art Hotel Like also list parking.
Is there a hotel with a sauna in Zagreb on this list?
Yes. Hotel Gallus and Best Western Airport Hotel Stella both list a sauna and spa, and Stella adds massage and a fitness centre. Casablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast also lists a sauna.
Which hotels are best rated by guests?
Hotel Magdalena and Rooms At Zajceva 34 share the top guest rating of 4.8 out of 5, from 526 and 298 reviews. Hotel Jarun (4.7 from 853 reviews), Manda Heritage Hotel (4.7) and Hotel Gallus (4.6 from 2047 reviews) follow.
Can I stay near the airport?
Best Western Airport Hotel Stella on Maslenicka is 8.8 km from the centre and offers a shuttle service, making it the most convenient option on this list for airport arrivals and departures.
Do the hotels have family rooms?
Hotel Magdalena, Rooms At Zajceva 34, Hotel Jagerhorn, Hotel Central, Hotel Orient Zagreb, Art Hotel Like, Casablanca Boutique Bed & Breakfast and Rooms Madison all list family rooms.
Is Zagreb a good destination for a weekend break?
Yes: Zagreb's compact centre, rich history and lively cafe culture make it ideal for a weekend, and many attractions are within walking distance of the central hotels on this list.