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The vertical city where history was made (and remade) within its walls
Croatia seems all the rage right now for international travelers looking for a destination that offers a welcome dose of sun, and an inimitable serving of culture, along the Mediterranean Sea. Yet the reasons to visit Croatia have long predated the popularity of Yacht Week or Game of Thrones.
Everything the light touches in Split, Croatia, is endlessly appealing to the senses.
Though tours of the real-life set pieces for HBO’s fictional Kings Landing have certainly proved a boon to the country’s tourism, you don’t need to be a Game of Thrones devotee to enjoy a weekend in Split. Skip the tourist traps and spend a weekend relaxing at one of these beautiful hotels dotting the Croatian coast in Split.
Cornaro Hotel
The rooftop pool and hot tub at Cornaro Hotel: a soak with a view
Split is a vertical city overlooking the sea that has the quirkiness of Porto, Portugal, and the luxuriousness of Monaco, and nowhere is this better appreciated than from the roof deck of the Cornaro Hotel. Order a cocktail at sunset and cool off in the rooftop pool. Or heat up at night in the hot tub.
Judita Palace
The historic city of Split overlooks the Mediterranean Sea
Judita Palace appeals to culture-crazed devotees of bygone days. This beautiful palace dates back to the 16th century and so, too, can your wisdom after a walking tour of the city. Judita Palace is such a window into the history that it’s the preferred accommodation for the Cox & King’s, The Americas 7-day adventure “A Journey Through Croatia,” which takes guests on a culturally immersive tour through Split.
Marmont Hotel Heritage
Think pink while dining al fresco at the Marmont Hotel Heritage.
Enjoy the blue skies and historic sidewalks while dining on the cobblestone sidewalk in the center of town at the Marmont Hotel Heritage. Behold the original color-blocking. The hotel is only a minute’s walk from Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But you needn’t venture off the premises to be treated like royalty. Amid the luxury and elegance of the Marmont Hotel Heritage, you too can live like a queen for a day.
Heritage Hotel Antique Split
A room with a (quite historic) view
The Heritage Hotel Antique Split’s location in the heart of the palace walls makes for endlessly amusing (and educational) urban exploration. Who needs to visit a Game of Thrones site when you can spend an afternoon learning about the real-life palatial intrigue that happened right outside your bedroom window?
Speaking of accommodations, the hotel’s prime location offers inimitable street-scape views of city life within the palace walls. This urban tableau combined with the hotel’s luxurious amenities and family-run hospitality is enough to turn your bedroom into an oasis—one that will be hard to leave in the morning.
Vestibul Palace
The city is famous for its vividly-hued architecture
We couldn’t stay away from palaces for too long, could we? Which brings us to our next choice—and arguably the swankiest spot on our list: the Vestibul Palace. Enjoy the luxurious accommodations and be sure to explore every nook and cranny within the property. The annex in the historic Villa Dobric is perfect for whiling away an afternoon while overlooking the gorgeous city below.
Heritage Hotel 19
From historic to exceedingly modern in the blink of an eye
Sleep is never a top priority when visiting this happening European city, the nighttime situation at Heritage Hotel 19 is a reason in and of itself to visit Split. Book a master suite to experience the utmost in sophisticated accommodations. After all, how best to appreciate the glory of the past than indulging in the amenities of the present?
Marvie Hotel and Health
This wellness retreat offers an old-fashioned whistle stop tour throughout the Croatian islands
Split overlooks one of the most gorgeous stretches of the Mediterranean. Book a stay at Marvie Hotel and Health and take advantage of being out on the water with an old-fashioned whistle-stop tour throughout the Croatian islands.
The Four Islands Brač, Hvar, Šolta and Devil Islands tour is offered by the hotel for exploring the country’s coastal charms, well known to revelers on Yacht Week. Your experience needn’t be so crowded or chaotic. The Marvie Hotel and Health doubles as a wellness retreat for weary voyagers. Take our word for it: Pink sand beaches await.
