Explore family-friendly accommodations on Hvar

We often say that a vacation with children is simply taking care of them in a different house, in a different location. In order to make your well-deserved family vacation on Hvar unforgettable, we present you with a selection of accommodations and locations that will allow you to do just that.

When planning a trip where relaxation is a top priority, especially for a family vacation, careful selection of the destination on the island is crucial. Choose locations that offer a relaxing atmosphere and plenty of family-friendly amenities, such as family hotels or comfortable beachfront vacation homes with a pool. If you’re looking to escape the summer crowds and spend your vacation in complete privacy, the bays of Gdinj and Brusje are filled with authentic Robinson-style cottages and beachfront hotels that will leave you amazed.

Ideal destinations for a family vacation are the towns of Jelsa and Vrboska, small fishing villages with Mediterranean architecture, filled with narrow car-free streets. Here, you will find a wide range of private apartments specifically tailored for families, as well as over 100 houses with swimming pools. During the summer, there are numerous events and festivals that you can attend with your children. Beaches with large aqua parks, water slides, kid-friendly beach bars, and restaurants with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of space for play.

Zavala, Ivan Dolac i Sv. Nedelja. In these villages, there is very little urban life, as everything is focused on family vacations and children’s entertainment. Additionally, you have a wide selection of beautiful pebble beaches to choose from, with the most popular ones being Skladinada, Petarčica, Jagodna, Ivan Dolac, and Zavala, all located near restaurants and beach bars.

Skalinada is a small eco-friendly family hotel located right on the beach, making it a perfect choice for a family vacation. The beach itself, I must admit, boasts the best pebbles and stones on the entire island.

Insider tip: When booking private accommodations in larger towns like Jelsa, Stari Grad, Hvar, or Vrboska, make sure to consider secured parking for your car. Houses located in the city center often have parking spaces located at a distance, which can make packing and going to the beach more challenging.

One of the currently most perfect destinations for a family vacation on Hvar is the luxurious Valamar Amicor Green Resort in Stari Grad. This beautiful resort is the first family resort on the Adriatic built entirely in harmony with the surrounding nature, located just 800 meters from the center of Stari Grad. A more affordable option is the newly renovated all-inclusive Labranda Senses Resort, located in the nearby Vrboska, in the shade of dense pine forests, in the tranquil bay of Soline. Surrounded by forests and a small seaside promenade that leads you straight to the center of Vrboska, this resort will provide everything you need for a true family vacation.

At the number one spot, rightfully so, is the Hvar hotel Amfora, which belongs to the incredible collection of luxury hotels by Sunčani Hvar Hotels. This beautiful hotel, just a few minutes’ walk from the center of Hvar Town, boasts one of the most stunning cascading pools in Croatia, offering breathtaking views of the Pakleni Islands.

We should also mention the hotels in Jelsa that have been popular all-inclusive family resorts for years. Fontana Bayside Park Hotel, located on one side of Jelsa’s harbor, and Hotel Hvar on the other, are large complexes with pools and basic amenities, making them the most affordable options.