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5-star hotels in Hvar
A shortlist of the 5-star places to stay in Hvar, from an adults-only waterfront hotel to villas and apartments with pools. It is for couples, families and small groups who want top-class comfort on the island.
Staying in Hvar
Hvar is a Mediterranean island town with mild winters and warm, sunny summers, known for sailing, swimming and exploring. The town itself is compact and walkable, with most attractions within easy reach, and it serves as a base for the nearby Pakleni Islands and other coves. Ferries and catamarans connect it to Split.
These hotels sit in and around Hvar Town. Palace Elisabeth and Heraclea House lie in the very centre, close to the main square, while several villas and apartments are a short distance out. Couples have two adults-only or central picks, families have apartments with kitchens and pools, and anyone wanting the harbour, restaurants and nightlife on foot will find it here.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only
Vlade Avelinija 7, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAdults-only and set 1.0 km from the centre, Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis pairs an indoor pool with a fitness centre and gymnasium for days that stay on site. Guests rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 64 reviews, and each room comes with a balcony, bathrobe and minibar. Breakfast can be taken in the room, and a garden, laundry service and free car parking round out the stay. It suits couples and solo travellers who want quiet, polished comfort close to the beach.
See Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults OnlyPalace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel
Trg Sv Stjepana 5, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Pool and spa · Breakfast
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereRight on Trg Sv Stjepana 5, 0.4 km from the centre, Palace Elisabeth Hvar puts the sea, a restaurant and a bar inside a 5-star house. An indoor pool, sauna and fitness centre cover the indoor hours, while massage and room service add the slower ones. Its 127 reviews average 4.6 out of 5, and pets are allowed, so nothing has to stay home. Best for guests who want a full-service hotel base for exploring Hvar town on foot.
See Palace Elisabeth Hvar HotelLuxury Villa Princess of Hvar with Pool
Ulica Sonje Bucan Domancic 5, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereLuxury Villa Princess of Hvar with Pool is a 5-star villa 1.2 km from the centre, built around an outdoor pool and a sauna. A terrace and wheelchair-accessible spaces make it easy to share across a group, and free car parking means arriving by car is simple. It suits families or friends who prefer a private whole-property stay with their own pool to a hotel routine.
See Luxury Villa Princess of Hvar with PoolHeraclea House
Kroz Burak 43, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereHeraclea House sits 0.3 km from the centre on Kroz Burak 43, close enough for the beach on foot. Family rooms, a babysitting service, cots and high chairs make it practical for parents, and a Jacuzzi plus massage cover the adult downtime. Kitchens and kitchenettes with dishwashers and microwaves let longer stays run on their own schedule. It suits families and small groups who want 5-star space and self-catering flexibility in the middle of town.
See Heraclea HouseVilla Anabel
Sonje Bučan Domančić, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereVilla Anabel combines an outdoor pool and pool bar with a sauna, fitness centre and Jacuzzi, 0.9 km from the centre. Sea views, a garden and a patio give the outside room to breathe, while a fireplace, kitchen and dishwasher handle cooler evenings and longer stays. Pets are allowed and parking is free. It fits families or groups of friends who want a private 5-star villa with a pool and space to cook.
See Villa AnabelLuxury Apartment Bifora
Marije Maričić 21, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereLuxury Apartment Bifora is 0.3 km from the centre on Marije Maričić 21, with a spa and Jacuzzi for unwinding after a day out. The apartment has a kitchen, dishwasher and oven, plus a fireplace and terrace, so self-catering and slow evenings are both covered. Family rooms, cots and high chairs suit parents travelling with children, and free car parking helps if you drive. Express check-in keeps arrival short.
See Luxury Apartment BiforaWhite Residence With Pool Room
9 Brace Božitkovic, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereWhite Residence With Pool Room gives guests an outdoor pool 0.5 km from the centre, with free car parking and free wifi included. A shuttle service and wheelchair-accessible spaces make getting around and getting in straightforward. It suits travellers who want a pool on the property and a short distance to town rather than a large hotel's range of services.
See White Residence With Pool RoomForkira Luxury Hvar
10 Petra Hektorovica, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Step-free access
- Beach nearby
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereForkira Luxury Hvar is 0.3 km from the centre on Petra Hektorovica 10, with the beach nearby and a concierge to help plan the day. Free wifi keeps things connected, and a shuttle service is available for a surcharge. Wheelchair-accessible spaces and cleaning service are in place. It suits guests who want a central 5-star base with beach access and someone on hand to arrange the details.
See Forkira Luxury HvarVilla Marina Hvar
Obala Rive Bb, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereVilla Marina Hvar stands on Obala Rive Bb, 0.3 km from the centre, with the sea and beach nearby and a swimming pool on site. Apartments come with a kitchen, dishwasher and oven, plus a terrace and patio for outdoor meals. Family rooms, cots, high chairs and lifts make it workable for parents and groups, and pets are allowed. Express check-in and housekeeping keep arrival and the days after it easy.
See Villa Marina Hvar1 Bedroom Nice Apartment In Hvar
Ive Roica 52, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay here1 Bedroom Nice Apartment In Hvar is a 5-star apartment 0.7 km from the centre on Ive Roica 52, with sea views and a kitchen for self-catering. Non-smoking rooms, a washing machine and free car parking cover the practical side. It suits a couple or solo traveller who wants one bedroom, their own cooking space and parking, with the town a short distance away.
See 1 Bedroom Nice Apartment In Hvar2 Bedroom Lovely Apartment In Hvar
Ive Roica 52, Hvar, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe 2 Bedroom Lovely Apartment In Hvar sits 0.7 km from the centre on Ive Roica 52, with two bedrooms, a kitchen and a terrace. Free wifi and internet access are included, and free car parking makes driving in simple. A washing machine and non-smoking rooms add to the practicality. It suits families or two couples who want separate bedrooms, their own cooking and outdoor space close to town.
See 2 Bedroom Lovely Apartment In Hvar
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.0 km |
| Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel | ★★★★★ | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Luxury Villa Princess of Hvar with Pool | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.2 km |
| Heraclea House | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Villa Anabel | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Luxury Apartment Bifora | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| White Residence With Pool Room | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Forkira Luxury Hvar | ★★★★★ | – | – | – | – | 0.3 km |
| Villa Marina Hvar | ★★★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | 0.3 km |
| 1 Bedroom Nice Apartment In Hvar | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.7 km |
| 2 Bedroom Lovely Apartment In Hvar | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For couples
Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only, rated 4.9 from 64 reviews, has an indoor pool and massage and is 1.0 km from the centre. Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel is 0.4 km away on the main square with a sauna and sea. Heraclea House, 0.3 km out, adds a jacuzzi.
Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only · Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel · Heraclea House
For families
Heraclea House and Villa Anabel share babysitting, high chairs, family rooms, kitchens and jacuzzis. Luxury Apartment Bifora, 0.3 km from the centre, has family rooms, a kitchen and a spa. Villa Marina Hvar, also 0.3 km, offers family rooms, a swimming pool and a kitchen.
Heraclea House · Villa Anabel · Luxury Apartment Bifora · Villa Marina Hvar
With a car
Free car parking is listed at Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only, Luxury Villa Princess of Hvar with Pool, Villa Anabel, Luxury Apartment Bifora, White Residence With Pool Room and both Ive Roica apartments. This suits island day trips, though the centre itself is walkable.
Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only · Luxury Villa Princess of Hvar with Pool · Villa Anabel · Luxury Apartment Bifora · White Residence With Pool Room · 1 Bedroom Nice Apartment In Hvar
Closest to the centre
Heraclea House, Luxury Apartment Bifora, Forkira Luxury Hvar and Villa Marina Hvar are all 0.3 km from the centre, and Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel is 0.4 km. All five give you the main square, harbour and restaurants on foot.
Heraclea House · Luxury Apartment Bifora · Forkira Luxury Hvar · Villa Marina Hvar · Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Hvar is reached by ferry from Split, with frequent catamaran and car ferry services to Hvar Town and Stari Grad. The journey takes about an hour to Stari Grad and slightly longer to Hvar Town. From Dubrovnik, you can travel to Split by bus or car, then take a ferry. On the island, local buses connect the major towns, and taxis and rental cars are available. The town of Hvar itself is compact and walkable, with most attractions within easy reach.
When to go
The best time to visit Hvar is from May to June and September to October, when the weather is warm and pleasant but less crowded. July and August are the busiest and hottest months, with many events and a lively atmosphere. Winter is mild but quieter, with some businesses closed. Spring brings wildflowers and lavender blooms later in the season.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Hvar?
Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel is 0.4 km. All of them put the main square and harbour within easy walking distance.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only, Luxury Villa Princess of Hvar with Pool, Villa Anabel, Luxury Apartment Bifora, White Residence With Pool Room and the two Ive Roica apartments. Forkira Luxury Hvar mentions a shuttle service instead.
Which hotels have a pool?
Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only and Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel both list an indoor pool. Outdoor pools are at Luxury Villa Princess of Hvar with Pool, Villa Anabel and White Residence With Pool Room, and Villa Marina Hvar lists a swimming pool.
Can I bring a pet?
Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel, Villa Anabel and Villa Marina Hvar all list pets allowed. The other properties on this shortlist do not state a pet policy in their facilities.
Which hotel is best for a family?
Heraclea House, Villa Anabel, Luxury Apartment Bifora and Villa Marina Hvar all have family rooms. Heraclea House and Villa Anabel also offer babysitting, high chairs and kitchens, which suits longer stays with children.
Which is the highest-rated hotel on this list?
Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only has a guest rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 64 reviews. Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 127 reviews. The villas and apartments do not carry a guest rating here.
Are there adults-only options in Hvar?
Hotel Moeesy Blue & Green Oasis Adults Only is the adults-only property on this shortlist. It is 1.0 km from the centre and offers an indoor pool, a fitness centre, a gymnasium and massage.
Do these hotels serve breakfast?
Palace Elisabeth Hvar Hotel also has a restaurant on site.