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[PLACES] Hvar by Valamar

3.0 star property

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[PLACESROOM] size M for 2+1 Seaside | View from room
[PLACESROOM] size S for 2
Poolside bar
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Naselje Helios 6, Stari Grad, 21460
  • Place, Tvrdalj Castle
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Zlatni Rat Beach
  • Place, Lanterna Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Split (SPU)

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

[PLACESROOM] size S for 2 Seaside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

[PLACESROOM] size M for 2 Seaside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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[PLACESROOM] for 4 Seaside | View from room

[PLACESROOM] for 4 Seaside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

[PLACESROOM] size S for 2

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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[PLACESROOM] size M for 2+1 Seaside

[PLACESROOM] size M for 2+1 Seaside

  • 18 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

[PLACESROOM] for 4 with lounge terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Stari Grad

Located in Stari Grad, [PLACES] Hvar by Valamar is by the sea, a 4-minute drive from Stari Grad Museum and 13 minutes from Dubovica Beach. .This beach hotel is 3.3 mi (5.2 km) from Lanterna Beach and 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from Hvar Town Arsenal & Theater.

What's nearby

  • Tvrdalj Castle - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Stari Grad Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lanterna Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dubovica Beach - 18 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Port of Hvar - 25 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Split Airport (SPU) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slasticarnica Jagoda - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pub Queen - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Santa Maria Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kod Damira - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Espresso - ‬6 min drive

About this property

[PLACES] Hvar by Valamar

Beach hotel with a full-service spa and outdoor tennis courts
[PLACES] Hvar by Valamar offers 171 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to furnished balconies. 38-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Stari Grad hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 171 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy a satisfying meal at [PLACESRESTAURANT] serving guests of [PLACES] Hvar by Valamar. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Guests may use a ferry terminal shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
[PLACESRESTAURANT] - Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • [PLACESRESTAURANT]

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor tennis courts
  • Basketball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1969
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 38-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: EUR 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 12345678

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October

Property is also known as

Hotel Lavanda
Hotel Lavanda Stari Grad
Lavanda Hotel
Lavanda Stari Grad
Hotel Lavanda Hvar Island/Stari Grad
Primasol Lavanda Stari Grad
Hotel Lavanda Hvar Island/Stari Grad

[PLACES] Hvar by Valamar Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 132 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucijana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I travelled with my husband and we stayed for 3 nights. It was a great short trip! The resort is beautiful and clean. The beds were very comfortable and the air conditioning worked great. The bathrooms were okay, they did not match the vibe of the rest of the hotel, but everything still worked. We had an issue with our balcony door and it was promptly fixed. There is wifi all over the resort including the lobby and the pool area. The buffet breakfast was my favourite part of the trip, the selection had everything you can imagine. The rest of the food was quite delicious too, including pizza, pasta and seafood. The staff were nice enough, but I found that when I spoke Croatian they changed their attitude and were more friendly towards me (I speak English with my husband). Overall I would definitely stay here again if the opportunity came up!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

carlos

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Totally recommended

Beautiful amenities , great service , nice location, great for family’s , we had and amazing time there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bleusette

Travelled with family
Great place to stay! Fabulous breakfast and great drinks. Nice pool and water taxi was great to get around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place . Clean , lovely staff and made very welcome. Great to have water on tap all the time . Food ok , although menus limiting so ate out most nights . Lovely water taxi into village . Swimming at in the sea was a bit rustic - more needs to be made to tidy up that area ! Unfortunately a few families came from next door hotel and the kids took over the pool with lilos etc and staff did not remove them or notice they were not guests ! Overall great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, a short walk from Stari Grad. Good breakfast options and the room was quite nice. Music round the pool was questionable. Decent value for money overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional holiday

Beautiful surroundings, relaxing atmosphere and friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean place, reasonably priced. Lots of good vegan options for food. 15 minute stroll to stari grad. Good tennis courts, hot tub area, organised bike tours, etc
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing full service summer resort. Safe and good for family get aways
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Majda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and safe place for vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This property was designed with the guest experience in mind. The resort was full of game, nooks, hammocks, bars, and free pool beds that didn’t have to be reserved. We stayed in a Valamar property in Dubrovnik afterwards based on our good experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really fantastic stay, great location! The flexi half board was brilliant and plenty of choice. I would have given 5 stars however they have a no pool bed reservation policy, however by 08:30 all of the beds have been reserved and also not in use for many hours with no effort to uphold this policy at all so unless your down before 8am there’s no chance of a bed by the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Milena

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome experience.

We were totally awed by the place. Staff bent over backwards and the management is doing everything it can to be eco friendly. We definitely plan to return
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not sure we would return.

Not sure if we would return. Positives are breakfast was good and varied, location is good if you want somewhere beautiful and quieter but then the hotel counteracts that with playing awful loud music. Paid extra for sea view to only see trees. Rooms are tiny and bathrooms have not been updated in the refurb, just tiles painted. The food was pretty awful for lunch/dinner and they had run out of most things on our last night due to a delivery/order mix up. Service was also hit and miss. Our shower didn’t drain and they did sort it promptly, however on the day we arrived they were very unhelpful with providing support with getting from Stari Grad ferry port - the shuttle bus was booked in for service so tough luck we were on our own. They should have provided discounted taxis for guests if the shuttle (advertised on their website) was out of service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect late summer break away

Pleasant stay with everything you need and more for an island break away. Hotel has loads of activities which we didnt even get to as we were exploring all the other things on the island and neighbouring islands
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Elliot

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most disappointing and worst resort experience of my life. This place is a total joke of a hotel. Very few staff that only service you via a QR code ordering system. Broken A/C in the unit where we were given generic responses but it never got fixed during our stay. Snarky responses from staff. Sunbeds (the only seating) that are part of the hotel near the water are additional charges. Exteremely far away from downtown Hvar with cabs that charge you 80 euro to get back and forth from the hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
After the crowds of Split, Places was the perfect resort for our group of 8. The property is thoughtfully curated for young people and young at heart. Great technology is used throughout the experience. We saw a lot of firsts at this resort. Also, the included breakfast was a hit. It was fantastic. The rooms are small but efficiently designed. We could not think of a more magical place to stay in Hvar. Stari Grad was so much better than staying in the extremely busy Hvar Town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad food. Noisy rooms. Staff was not happy at all and one night we waited about 20 mins to get a watered down drink. We both got sick after being there.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Not quite how it was marketed

This hotel did not live up to the marketing campaign. This is a party place, for example we used the noisy air con system to drown out the music outside at 11pm. At £200 + per night it is very expensive and not a place for relaxing. The beds are uncomfortable and rooms look like a slightly upgraded premier inn. The bathroom did not have a refurb and brown paint slapped on the tiles. If you’re a young couple and looking for a party scene it would be a great place to go however if you’re looking for some tranquil and chill, it is not. The food was expensive so your 25 euro allowance disappears instantly. Although, having said this, the food was good quality and the breakfast selection was epic. Strari grad is a beautiful village but the Americanised hotel does not match with the beautiful character of the village it is and the respect it deserves. The hotel location means it is only a nice scenic 10 minutes walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023