Minor Hotels has also signed a management agreement with MK Group for Adriatic Istria Resort in Savudrija, marking the group's debut in Croatia and further strengthening its presence along the Adriatic. The property will come under Minor Hotels management from 12 February 2026 and will reopen for the 2026 season in late March, before undergoing a full refurbishment.
Venari Lodges, a boutique wilderness project in Croatia, has joined The Brionj - Luxury Hotel Collection under a newly signed management agreement with Grand Metropolitan Hotels. The planned resort, set in Janja Gora near the Plitvice Lakes region, is scheduled to open in 2027 and will target guests seeking high-end, nature-based stays with a strong environmental focus.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Hilton Lopud Beach Resort & Spa, following a management agreement with Anker Grupa d.o.o. The resort, located on the picturesque Lopud Island near Dubrovnik, will offer guests a blend of comfort and natural beauty when it opens in 2027 following an extensive renovation of the property and grounds.
Croatia’s hotel sector has experienced notable development in recent years, driven by a steady rise in tourist arrivals and ongoing investment in new hospitality infrastructure. A significant hotel concentration is in central urban areas, particularly in proximity to key cultural landmarks, commercial zones, and transportation nodes.
UN Tourism has agreed to partner with the Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Republic of Croatia and the University of Zagreb on research and innovation in sustainable tourism development and the creation of a Sustainable Tourism Awards.
The first Hyatt branded hotel in the country reflects the company's progress for scaled growth of the Hyatt Regency brand by 70% on the Balkan Peninsula by 2027.
Inspired by the Adriatic coastline, the new hotel invites guests to relax into island life with its stunning guest rooms and suites, a Mediterranean restaurant with scenic vistas of the ocean, outdoor heated pools, and holistic wellness offerings.
Accor announces today the signing of the first Handwritten Collection hotel in Croatia. Thanks to the partnership with Jadran hotels Rijeka, the iconic 135-year-old Hotel Continental in Rijeka will join Accor's boutique collection. The property is set to welcome its first guests in 2026.
The PKF hospitality group was a partner in finding a new brand owner for the Jadran Hotel in Rijeka, Croatia. Following agreement between Jadran hoteli Rijeka and Marriott International, the hotel will be rebranded as a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. The deal is anticipated to mark the debut of Tribute Portfolio in Croatia and will be located in Rijeka, situated on the Kvarner Bay in the northern Adriatic - a gateway to the Croatian islands.
Pullman Hotels & Resorts, a pioneering hotel brand from Accor, today announces the opening of Pullman Zagreb, its first property in Croatia. The contemporary hotel is located in the City Island development area, a new business hub in the capital city's rapidly growing Zagreb district.
Adriatic Luxury Hotels (ALH) unveils Supetar Residence, a luxurious standalone five-bedroom villa nestled within the heart of Cavtat's historic center. Just steps from the picturesque waterfront promenade, Supetar Residence is a true heritage gem, expertly renovated to preserve its original architecture and historical charm, while seamlessly integrating modern luxury and comfort. Now open to guests, this new jewel in the charming town of Cavtat, thirty minutes south of Dubrovnik Old Town, offers an unparalleled blend of serenity and sophistication. The villa itself is housed within the time-honored walls of a historic Dalmatian estate originally built in 1880. Guests of Supetar Residence enjoy full access to the amenities of the adjacent ALH property, Hotel Supetar. Opened in Summer 2022, the boutique property offers guests a vibrant restaurant and wine bar, outdoor swimming pool, and sun-drenched terrace - perfectly complementing Supetar Residence's luxury seclusion and tranquility.
Located in the heart of the Croatian coastal town, Keight Hotel Opatija marks the brand's presence in 40 countries and territories and will offer guests a secluded retreat with picturesque surroundings
Adriatic Luxury Hotels announces a renovation of Grand Villa Argentina at the hands of renowned Croatian architect Marko Dabrovic. Reopening in late 2025, the historic property along with its neighboring sister property, Villa Orsula, is set to undergo a complete refurbishment as envisioned by Croatian architectural studio 3LHD. The new Grand Villa Argentina will be a luxury seafront hotel with an unparalleled view of Dubrovnik's Old Town and the Adriatic Sea, just a five minute walk from the historic center. It will boast the renowned Mediterranean gardens of the original property plus revamped al fresco dining, an expansive spa area, outdoor pool area, and spacious decks overlooking the sea and the Old Town.
Accor continues its dynamic growth in Croatia. The global leader in hospitality, in cooperation with MPPD as the management partner, will introduce one of its premium brands to the country's capital. Pullman Zagreb is set to welcome its first guests in Q3 of 2024.
110-room hotel featuring YEZI dining concept and indoor pool. Artistic concept features original art by Bućan.
Marriott Bonvoy's design-forward lifestyle brand, AC Hotels by Marriott®, has unveiled its premier location in Croatia with the introduction of AC Hotel by Marriott Split. Nestled in the upper levels of the impressive 135-meter Westgate Tower, the hotel offers awe-inspiring vistas of the Adriatic Sea and the distinctive skyline of Split, promising guests The Perfectly Precise Hotel™ experience.
Keight Hotel Opatija, Curio Collection by Hilton, will be the first hotel under the brand in Croatia due to open next year in the popular resort town
Launching in autumn 2023 in the Croatian capital, art'otel Zagreb fuses art, design and hospitality. Located in the heart of the city centre, within the Jewish Liturgical Municipality building built by acclaimed architects Freudenreich & Deutsch in 1928, it is one of the best examples of Zagreb's Art Déco architecture. The hotel features [110] rooms, a rooftop bar, main restaurant and bar, four meeting spaces, a spa and indoor pool.
After two years since the COVID-19 pandemic started, the tourism market in Croatia has almost completely recovered in 2022, with only 2% fewer overnight stays than in 2019. Hotels achieved 5% higher revenues in the summer season than in 2019, primarily due to higher ADR. Occupancy reached 79%, 25% above the 2021 season but still 9% below 2019.
Luxury Boutique Hotel in Cavtat Received Complete Renovation.