Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Croatia

Whether frolicking on the gorgeous beaches, sailing on the blue Adriatic Sea, or walking amongst the historic buildings, Croatia has plenty of activities for travelers of all ages. But there are some hotels throughout Croatia more geared toward the traveling family — large rooms; kids’ club; playground facilities, etc. After visiting the country’s most popular hotels, we evaluated each to see how they stacked up — all with children in mind. So if you’re heading to Croatia and want to bring the kids along, you’ve come to the right place. Check out the best kid-friendly hotels in Croatia and start planning your family getaway!

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Valamar Club Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Dalmatia, Croatia

The 338-room Valamar Club is a mid-range, family-focused holiday resort set on the north shore of Dubrovnik's Babin Kuk peninsula. Children are indeed particularly well catered for with a wide range of kids' clubs and entertainment programs, plus a basketball court and beach volleyball court. An all-inclusive option makes life easier (and cheaper) for families too, while nearby beaches mean not all the time has to be spent around the big, impressive pool. Like the property as a whole, rooms are basic, functional, and perfectly adequate -- and reasonable rates reflect this.

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Le Meridien Lav Split

Podstrana, Split-Dalmatia County, Dalmatia, Croatia

The massive Le Meridien Lav Split is a popular destination right on the coast, but it may be a bit too big for its beaches. Spread across four connected buildings, it's huge, and has every facility in the book: vast event spaces, a spa, fitness center, tennis courts, and water sports on its private stretch of beach. The kids' club gives parents a safe haven to leave their kids entertained with games or staff-run activities. The private marina is useful for wealthy visitors looking to dock their yachts. An outdoor infinity pool has an impressive view of the crystal-blue Adriatic sea, but it's too small for the number of guests the hotel accommodates.

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Amadria Park Hotel Ivan

Sibenik, Sibenik-Knin County, Dalmatia, Croatia

The 372-room Solaris Hotel Ivan clearly stands out as one of, if not the best, of a collection of holiday resort hotels in the region. It has benefitted hugely from a 2013 renovation which has relaunched the hotel with a chic, contemporary feel and world-class facilities -- especially the superlative spa area. Rooms are fresh and modern, though they can be small and Wi-Fi connectivity can be poor. You're likely to pay a little more than other surrounding hotels -- also beware of add-ons -- but the pools, spa, and replica of a typical Dalmatian village are certainly worth the extra outlay.

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Apartments Gajeta

Split, Split-Dalmatia County, Dalmatia, Croatia

The Apartments Gajeta are nine simple, nicely finished apartments dotted around residential buildings in the center of Split. All apartments include well-equipped kitchens, lounges, and dining areas, without much in the way of fuss and frills -- perfectly functional and adequate for a couple self-catering days while you explore the area. A far cheaper option than the hotels in town, these apartments offer a great deal for families and groups on a budget.