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5-star hotels in Sibenik
Five-star stays in Šibenik, from villas with pools and saunas to holiday homes a short hop from Banj Beach and the old town. This shortlist is for travellers who want space, privacy and a high standard of comfort while staying near the city and its national parks.
Staying in Sibenik
Šibenik sits on Croatia's Dalmatian coast, a gateway to Krka National Park and its waterfalls and to the Kornati archipelago of over 100 islands. The city itself has a lively waterfront, a maze of narrow streets and a growing cultural scene, including the annual International Children's Festival. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cathedral of St James, the medieval fortresses and the compact, pedestrian-friendly old town make exploring on foot the natural way to see the sights.
The properties on this shortlist are not in the old town itself but spread around it: addresses name Zablace, Jadrija, Donje Polje, Podsolarsko and Zaton, and distances to the centre range from 0.7 km to 17.4 km. Most are houses and villas with pools, several near beaches and all well rated. They suit couples and families wanting a self-contained base with a garden or pool, and travellers who prefer a quieter place to return to after a day at the fortresses or on the water.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Apartmani Galesic
Mate Leoni 20 Zablace 22000 Sibenik Sibenik, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA top-rated 5-star apartment in Zablace, 3.3 km from the centre of Sibenik, with a perfect guest rating of 5.0 from 33 reviews. Families and longer-staying guests get a full kitchen with oven, microwave and refrigerator, plus a washing machine and free car parking. A garden, patio and beach nearby make it an easy base for relaxed days, and air conditioning, free wifi and non-smoking rooms keep the stay comfortable. It suits guests who want apartment space and quiet over a city-centre address.
See Apartmani GalesicDelux Villa Hedonica
Nova Ulica 16, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Parking
Why stay hereSet 8.7 km from the centre, Delux Villa Hedonica is a 5-star address with a swimming pool, a sauna and an on-site restaurant, so meals and relaxation stay close at hand. A conference hall, currency exchange and reception area add convenience for guests combining work with a break, and lifts, parking and free wifi cover the practical side. Pets are allowed and a safe is provided. It fits travellers who value hotel-style facilities and quiet surroundings over walking distance to the old town.
See Delux Villa HedonicaThree Bedroom Holiday Home In Sibenik
Prljuge 23, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pool bar
Why stay hereA three-bedroom holiday home 3.4 km from Sibenik's centre, with an outdoor pool, a pool bar and a kitchen equipped with dishwasher and microwave for self-catering days. Air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are provided, and the non-smoking house has a washing machine, safe and television. Pets are welcome, and a darts board adds a bit of entertainment. It suits families or small groups who want their own swimming pool and cooking space within a short drive of the city.
See Three Bedroom Holiday Home In SibenikFour Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton
Mrsa Mate 42, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThis four-bedroom holiday home in Zaton, 8.3 km from the centre, puts a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and a beach nearby at the heart of the stay. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave, and a sofa bed adds flexibility for larger parties. Air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are included, and the house is non-smoking with a washing machine and television. Pets are allowed. It works well for groups or families who want several bedrooms and pool time by the coast.
See Four Bedroom Holiday Home In ZatonFive Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton
Obala Petra Zivkovica 38, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereFive bedrooms make this Zaton holiday home, 8.3 km from Sibenik, a strong choice for big groups, with sea views, a fireplace and an outdoor pool. Cooking is covered by a kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, and a sofa bed adds extra sleeping space. Guests get air conditioning, free wifi, free car parking and a garage, and the house is non-smoking with a washing machine and television. Pets are allowed and a beach is nearby. It suits extended families or friends travelling together.
See Five Bedroom Holiday Home In ZatonCozy Home In Kaprije With Sauna
Istocna Obala 22, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Pool and spa · Travelling with pets
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOn Kaprije, 15.9 km from the centre, this cozy 5-star home pairs a sauna and spa with a jacuzzi and an outdoor pool, all with sea views and a terrace. The kitchen has a dishwasher and microwave, and a sofa bed adds flexibility, while air conditioning and free wifi keep things easy. A darts board and television fill quieter moments. Pets are allowed and a beach is nearby. It suits guests seeking a spa-style island retreat with their own pool rather than a city hotel.
See Cozy Home In Kaprije With SaunaStunning Home In Jadrija
Bogdanovici 36, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn Jadrija, 5.5 km from Sibenik's centre, this 5-star home offers a jacuzzi, a spa and a swimming pool, with a beach nearby and an outdoor pool for warm afternoons. The kitchen includes a dishwasher and microwave, and air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking come as standard. The non-smoking house has a washing machine and television, and pets are welcome. It suits couples or families who want pool and spa time close to the coast, away from the busiest streets.
See Stunning Home In JadrijaCozy Home In Donje Polje With Wifi
Donje Polje Bb, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereA cozy 5-star home in Donje Polje, 7.5 km from the centre, with sea views, a terrace and a swimming pool plus an outdoor pool for sunny days. Guests can cook in a kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, and air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking make the stay straightforward. The house is non-smoking and has a washing machine and television, and pets are allowed. A beach nearby completes the picture. It suits families or groups wanting space, water views and their own pool.
See Cozy Home In Donje Polje With WifiLovely Home In Sibenik
Jurasi 18, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereJust 3.1 km from the centre of Sibenik, this lovely home combines a jacuzzi, a swimming pool and an outdoor pool with a balcony and a kitchen fitted with dishwasher and microwave. Air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are provided, and a sofa bed and cot give flexibility for families. High chairs are available, the house is non-smoking, and a washing machine keeps longer stays practical. It suits guests who want a private pool and hot tub within easy reach of the city.
See Lovely Home In SibenikAmazing Home In Zablace
Ul. Brace Nakic 22, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereIn Zablace, 3.7 km from the centre, this 5-star home has a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and a beach nearby, with a kitchen including dishwasher and microwave for everyday meals. Air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are included, plus a hairdryer and washing machine. Cots and high chairs make it workable for young families, and pets are allowed. The house is non-smoking and has a television. It suits guests who want pool days and beach time close to Sibenik.
See Amazing Home In ZablaceVilla Sunrise
Protege Donje Bušći 50, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereVilla Sunrise, 6.3 km from the centre, is the most facility-rich option here: a fitness centre, massage, an outdoor pool, a games room and a playground, with a beach nearby and breakfast offered. A 24-hour front desk, bars and a kitchen with dishwasher and microwave add convenience, and canoeing, diving and horse riding are on the activity list. Air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are provided, with family rooms, cots and high chairs. It suits active families and guests who want services on site.
See Villa SunriseNice Home In Drnis With Sauna
Ostarija 12, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn Drnis, 17.4 km from the centre, this 5-star home pairs a sauna and spa with a jacuzzi and an outdoor pool, plus a fitness centre for workouts. Badminton and darts keep the group entertained, and a fireplace, kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, and sofa bed cover relaxed evenings. Air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are included, and high chairs and cots are available. Pets are allowed. It suits guests who want a spa-and-sport escape well away from the city bustle.
See Nice Home In Drnis With Sauna2 Bedroom Stunning Home In Sibenik
Ulica Mazurice 64, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe closest of the group at 0.7 km from the centre, this 2-bedroom home gives easy access to Sibenik while offering a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and sea views. The kitchen has a dishwasher, microwave and oven, and air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are provided. A sofa bed, cot and high chairs make it practical for families, the house is non-smoking with a washing machine, and pets are allowed. It suits guests who want to park once and walk into town.
See 2 Bedroom Stunning Home In SibenikHoliday Home Sibenik 58
22000 Ibenik Croatia Sibenik, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereHoliday Home Sibenik 58 sits 3.7 km from the centre and pairs a swimming pool and outdoor pool with badminton and table tennis for active afternoons. A kitchen with dishwasher and microwave, a sofa bed and a safe cover the essentials, and air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking are included. Cots and high chairs are available for families, the house is non-smoking, and pets are welcome. It suits groups who want games, a pool and straightforward self-catering near the city.
See Holiday Home Sibenik 58Villa M Your Business & Holiday Apartment in Sibenik
74C Podsolarsko, Sibenik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereVilla M combines business and holiday use 3.1 km from the centre, with a kitchen and kitchenette, a fireplace and a balcony, plus sea and lake views. Guests get air conditioning, free wifi and free car parking, along with canoeing, diving, fishing, surfing and mini golf for days out. A garden, terrace and picnic area add outdoor space, and shuttle service and laundry service are on hand. It suits guests mixing work with leisure who want activity options and apartment-style living.
See Villa M Your Business & Holiday Apartment in Sibenik
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartmani Galesic | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.3 km |
| Delux Villa Hedonica | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 8.7 km |
| Three Bedroom Holiday Home In Sibenik | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.4 km |
| Four Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 8.3 km |
| Five Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 8.3 km |
| Cozy Home In Kaprije With Sauna | ★★★★★ | – | Yes | Yes | 15.9 km |
| Stunning Home In Jadrija | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5.5 km |
| Cozy Home In Donje Polje With Wifi | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7.5 km |
| Lovely Home In Sibenik | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 3.1 km |
| Amazing Home In Zablace | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Villa Sunrise | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 6.3 km |
| Nice Home In Drnis With Sauna | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 17.4 km |
| 2 Bedroom Stunning Home In Sibenik | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Holiday Home Sibenik 58 | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Villa M Your Business & Holiday Apartment in Sibenik | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Lovely Home In Sibenik offers a cot and high chairs, an outdoor pool and a sofa bed, 3.1 km from the centre. Villa Sunrise adds a playground, games room, family rooms and a garden, while Amazing Home In Zablace provides a cot, high chairs, a pool and a beach nearby.
Lovely Home In Sibenik · Villa Sunrise · Amazing Home In Zablace
For privacy and pools
These are four sizeable holiday homes, each with an outdoor pool. The two Zaton properties and the Jadrija home sit close to the beach, while Three Bedroom Holiday Home In Sibenik adds darts and a pool bar — all with free parking and free wifi.
Four Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton · Five Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton · Stunning Home In Jadrija · Three Bedroom Holiday Home In Sibenik
For wellness and relaxation
Cozy Home In Kaprije With Sauna and Nice Home In Drnis With Sauna pair a sauna with a jacuzzi and a pool, and both look out to the sea or a spa setting. Villa Sunrise brings a fitness centre and massage, with a balcony and garden for slow mornings.
Cozy Home In Kaprije With Sauna · Nice Home In Drnis With Sauna · Villa Sunrise
For business and longer stays
Villa M Your Business & Holiday Apartment in Sibenik has a kitchenette, laundry service, shuttle service and terrace, and is 3.1 km from the centre. Delux Villa Hedonica adds conference facilities, a restaurant, sauna, pool and currency exchange for mixed work-and-leisure trips.
Villa M Your Business & Holiday Apartment in Sibenik · Delux Villa Hedonica
Where to stay in Sibenik
Zablace
Zablace lies west of the centre and puts you by the water, with beaches close by. Apartmani Galesic and Amazing Home In Zablace both name it in their addresses; the first has a garden, patio and kitchen, the second a pool, cot and high chairs. Both are 3.3 to 3.7 km from the centre, with free parking.
Our picks here: Apartmani Galesic
Donje Polje
Donje Polje, around 7.5 km from the centre, is the setting for Cozy Home In Donje Polje With Wifi. The house has an outdoor pool, terrace and sea view, plus free parking and free wifi, making it a calm choice just outside the city.
Our picks here: Cozy Home In Donje Polje With Wifi
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Šibenik is well connected by road, rail and air. The nearest international airport is Split Airport, about 50 km to the south, with bus and taxi transfers available; Zadar Airport is approximately 80 km to the north. The city has a railway station with connections to Split and Zagreb, and a bus station with frequent services to major Croatian cities. Local buses and taxis provide transport within Šibenik, but the old town is best explored on foot. Ferries and boats link the city to nearby islands and the Kornati archipelago.
When to go
The best time to visit Šibenik is from May to September, when the weather is warm and dry, ideal for swimming and exploring the coast. July and August are the busiest and hottest months, with temperatures often reaching 30°C. May, June and September offer pleasant conditions with fewer crowds. Winter is mild but can be rainy, and some seasonal businesses close. The city hosts several festivals in summer, including the International Children's Festival in June and July.
Questions, answered
Is Šibenik a good base for visiting national parks?
Yes. Šibenik is a gateway to Krka National Park, known for its waterfalls, and to Kornati, an archipelago of over 100 islands accessible by boat. Several homes on this shortlist, such as Villa M and the Zaton properties, are within a few kilometres of the water and make an easy starting point.
How do I get to Šibenik from Dubrovnik?
From Dubrovnik, you can reach Šibenik by car or bus via the A1 motorway, which takes about 4 hours. There is no direct train service between the two cities. Once here, free car parking at most of these properties makes arriving by car straightforward.
Which hotels are closest to the centre?
2 Bedroom Stunning Home In Sibenik is the nearest at 0.7 km from the centre, followed by Lovely Home In Sibenik and Villa M Your Business & Holiday Apartment in Sibenik at 3.1 km. Apartmani Galesic, Amazing Home In Zablace and Three Bedroom Holiday Home In Sibenik are 3.3 to 3.7 km away.
Where can I stay near the beach?
Several properties list a beach nearby: Apartmani Galesic, Four Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton, Five Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton, Stunning Home In Jadrija, Cozy Home In Donje Polje With Wifi, Amazing Home In Zablace and 2 Bedroom Stunning Home In Sibenik.
Do the properties have swimming pools?
Most do. Delux Villa Hedonica, Three Bedroom Holiday Home In Sibenik, Four Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton, Five Bedroom Holiday Home In Zaton, Cozy Home In Kaprije With Sauna, Stunning Home In Jadrija, Cozy Home In Donje Polje With Wifi, Lovely Home In Sibenik, Amazing Home In Zablace and others all list a swimming pool.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are allowed at a number of these properties, including Delux Villa Hedonica, Three Bedroom Holiday Home In Sibenik, the two Zaton holiday homes, Cozy Home In Kaprije With Sauna, Stunning Home In Jadrija and Nice Home In Drnis With Sauna. Check the facilities listed for each before booking.
What is the best way to explore the old town?
The old town is compact and best explored on foot. Many streets are pedestrian-only, and key sights like the cathedral and fortresses are within walking distance of each other. From these houses, local buses and taxis cover the distance to the centre.
Which guests rate these properties highest?
Apartmani Galesic carries a guest rating of 5.0 out of 5 from 33 reviews. The other properties on this shortlist are all listed as 5-star, and many offer free wifi, free car parking and air conditioning.