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If you’d like to see what villas in Croatia there are in the different areas then browse villas below by their location. For more information about the places, explore our Croatia Information section. And also check out our useful Guide to Villa Locations in Croatia.

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Where are the Best Villas in Croatia?

We spend a lot of time visiting the areas and villas in Croatia so we know them all well. Feel free to make use of our consultation service to help you decide on the best location and villa for you.

There are fantastic array of villas in Croatia with pools to choose from, in a variety of wonderful locations. There are some villas with amazing views too. Indeed, from idyllic, island retreats to hidden coves and turquoise bays, Croatia is waiting to be explored. A good place to start might be to check out our classic villas in Croatia as they get consistently good reviews from regular guests. Likewise, see our top 10 Croatian villa holidays selection for your trip.

From beautiful beaches to historic towns, we’ve got all the information you need to arrange unforgettable Croatian villa holidays. If you’ve never been before, Dubrovnik villas might be the best place to start. It has a very good variety of Croatian villas with pool in charming locations. And if you’re unsure about booking villas in Croatia or a hotel, Croatia rental villas can be better for flexibility generally. You’ll get more variety & practicality which can make for a better holiday all round.

Stay near UNESCO World Heritage sites

Undoubtedly, there are some really quintessential Croatian villages on the sea which are beautiful. For example, with easy access to the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Dubrovnik Old town, the Dubrovnik coast is a great choice. With its own little islands just off the coast, it’s idyllic. Indeed, its history and culture plus its natural beauty speak for themselves. Consequently, villas near Croatia beaches are some of the most sought after and exclusive types of holiday accommodation. We’ve noted some of the best Holiday villas Croatia here, in our opinion to help you choose where might work best for you.

Enjoy Villas with Private Pools on the Dalmatian Coast

If you’re chasing the sun a May villa with private pool is just the ticket. Many people ask which is better for a Croatia holiday – Dubrovnik or Split? If you haven’t been before, it can be a bit of a dilemma, There are attractive elements to a holiday in both and hence we recommend both areas. But it often depends on what you want to get out of your trip. Villas to rent in Croatia come in many forms and many types of locations so do ask us and we can advise you. Likewise the Dalmatian Islands appeal for their beauty and authenticity. The islands of Brac, Hvar, Korcula and Mljet all have their own unique identity and we can help advise you about the how easy it is to travel to the islands and what a villa holiday would be like there.

Dubrovnik Villas

A Dubrovnik villa is the most sought after for a Croatia holiday. With that in mind, we’d recommend Dubrovnik Villa Turquoise as one of the best Croatian villas to book for this summer. There’s more information on the top Dubrovnik villa locations here. Whether you’d like to book a small luxury villa in Croatia like Villa Marissa, or a large villa on the beach like Palm Tree Villa, just ask! If you’d like to browse high end villas in Croatia by location, do view our Croatia Luxury Villas collection. For browsing the best Croatia villa locations and the best beaches in Croatia, be sure to check out our Croatia Information section.

Popular Dubrovnik Villa Locations

One of the most popular places for villas in Dubrovnik, is Mlini Bay, especially for large villas and family villas. Due to its stunning views and beautiful Croatian beaches, for a villa, Mlini is a popular choice. Indeed, there are some truly sublime Dubrovnik villas for a villa rental, Croatia this summer. Given Mlini’s easy proximity to everything, a villa in Croatia with pool in Mlini Bay is always a resounding success for a family holiday. For a Dubrovnik Villa – Mlini is a perfect location as it’s easy to walk or easily get to everything, and there’s no need to hire a car. Alternatively, look at Cavtat Bay with its picturesque old town. Or Zaton Bay for a pretty, authentic feel.

Alternatively, head to the buzz of Lapad and Babin Kuk at boutique Villa Lapad. This pretty peninsula is near Gruz harbour, Dubrovnik’s main port, and boasts beaches, interesting restaurants and a marina. Need rest & relaxation at Croatia villas with pools? Here’s our recommendation for some of the best villas in Croatia to find your inner zen…  If you’re not sure why you’d love staying at a villa with pool, Croatia then find out more here.

Mlini villas and Cavtat villas are certainly in demand as both have water taxis into the Old Town of Dubrovnik. And they also have boat trips out to the Elafiti Islands. Of course, they also have plenty of cosy restaurants to choose from. Furthermore, the area of Konavle is also delightful. Just south of Cavtat Bay, some of the best traditional restaurants are here and there are some lovely activities like horse riding and folklore demonstrations.

Discover Seaside Dubrovnik Holiday Homes in Cosy Coves & Bays

Then, there are Croatia villas for rent in smaller bays that have a more cosy feel. Stunning Zaton near Dubrovnik, is similar to the other prime bays of Mlini Bay and Cavtat Bay nearby. It is also close to Dubrovnik old town and full of charm. Or, on the other side of Dubrovnik from Mlini Bay and Cavtat Bay, it is a little quieter. Although it is slightly quieter generally, it is idyllic with pretty beaches and sea edge restaurants. In Cavtat Bay itself, there aren’t too many villas with pools but large Villa Cavtat, with its beautiful views, and family Villa Floranneve with its big, child-friendly garden, are two super properties. For couples or small families, check out small villa with pool, Villa Sunchani. Sleeping 4 to 5, it has lovely sea views and is a wander into Cavtat Bay.

Large Croatian Villas by the Sea

Ideally, for peak summer holidays, check out one of our favourite Croatia holiday villas, Villa Godistar. With summer holiday dates booking fast, it’s always very much in demand. For our top tips, get the low down on last minute summer holiday Croatian villas – rental favourites. In addition, for a luxurious touch of Spring sunshine, there are some lovely Croatian villa holiday locations for May Half Term and June. For that all important family get-together, there are some really special large villas in Croatia by the sea. Croatian villas with private pool by the beach especially satisfy the whole family and all ages. Namely, large family Villa Tika works very well as a family villa for multi-generation villa holidays. It’s child friendly and has a lovely beach just across the quiet street and a restaurant nearby. Not to mention plenty of beaches around the bay.

Locations for Villas Near Activities

From kayaking around islands to the fantastic views from the Dubrovnik Cable Car, for villa rental, Dubrovnik has plenty to attract visitors. Dubrovnik Old Town is full of sights and atmosphere and its old city walls have amazing views. Sea Kayaking from Dubrovnik Old Town or Mlini Bay just along the coast, where there are more villas, is also amazing. Interestingly, you can paddle from Dubrovnik Old Town to Lokrum Island or around the old town itself. Or perhaps over to Sveti Jakov Beach! Or from Mlini Bay, head out to the nearby Island of Supetar or along the coast to a ruined villa if you are feeling less energetic! It’s absolutely wonderful. But the sightseeing and history spans the coast. For example, head to the wine growing area of Konavle where today you can try horse riding, hiking, cycling and its adrenalin parks. Or see the Game of Thrones filming location at Trsteno Arboretum. Besides that, a bit further up the coast enjoy the pretty beaches all around Slano Bay. Check out our top 5 things to do in the Dubrovnik area here…

Peljesac Peninsula is a Great Area for Water Sports & Wine Lovers

If you love fantastic scenery, islands and water sports, the Peljesac Peninsula is also a must-see. There are some fantastic villas in Croatia to rent on the Peljesac Peninsula. And, of course, the new Peljesac bridge from the mainland is now boosting the area greatly. Sitting just opposite Korcula Town, the Orebic coast has some of the best wind surfing and kite surfing locations in Croatia. Because the conditions are suitable for beginners up to championship level, it’s ideal. You can have lessons for beginners and there’s equipment hire so there’s no shortage of activities for all the family. As a result, a beach villa makes for some memorable Croatian villa holidays.    

The Best Places for Grown up Family Villas 

These days, it’s becoming more and more popular to rent a holiday villa for a break with grown up children. With the busy nature of everyone’s lives these days, it’s a fantastic way to have some down time to reconnect with loved ones. Holidays to Croatia are particularly good for this sort of trip as the locations led themselves very well. The small, pretty seaside villages have restaurants and interesting sights to wander round, beaches and a few shops. There’s enough to meander around together or for some time apart. And there are excursions further afield for a family day out to remember! Depending on how big a family group you have, choose a large villa in Croatia or perhaps consider having two side-by-side Croatia villas with pools for two-family holidays!

Check out some of our recommended Dubrovnik holiday locations here which work very well for a villa holiday with grown up kids – Mlini villas in Mlini Bay, on the Dubrovnik Riviera is a very suitable location for this type of family villa holiday in Croatia.

Split & Trogir Villas at the Gateway to the Dalmatian Islands

It all depends what sort of holiday you’d like? If you have teenagers or little ones then the right villa and location really do make all the difference to your Croatia villa holiday. Consequently, feel free to give us a call for some help with the best places to look at. Split is a great area for teenagers with plenty of activities. Split is a popular place for a villa to rent in Croatia and the Split Riviera is similar to Dubrovnik. Indeed it has a variety of locations, old towns and plenty of things to do. Certainly, a Split villa holiday has lots of options for activities and things to do for all ages!

For villas in Croatia Split – check out Ciovo, Trogir’s Own Adriatic Island. Actually there is no need for a car or boat here – the island is connected by 2 bridges to the mainland so you get the best of both worlds!

The UNESCO World Heritage old town of Trogir has some of the nicest Split villas in its vicinity. This is the closest area to Split airport but we’d definitely recommend heading up the coast to explore. Here, the pretty bays and sea edge villages stretch up the coast to Primosten old town and Sibenik beyond. Zadar is another area to explore from a Split or Trogir villa. The Zadar Sea Organ is a must.

Split villas Croatia cover a large area but if you want, you can be on the beach within an hour of arriving. Check out the best Croatia family villas to rent here for some great family friendly villa ideas.

Escape to Dalmatian Island Villas in a Short Ferry Hop

For a smorgasbord of idyllic locations, try the Dalmatian Islands. For instance, have a look at Brac villas or villas on Korcula. Alternatively, Hvar Island has something to offer every taste. Hvar Town is known as the Glitterati’s Croatian Island of choice and you’ve probably seen it gets lots of press. But Hvar Town isn’t the only place for cool Croatia villa holidays – Bol Town on Brac Island is hot on its heels for cool appeal.

Brac Island is one of our favourite places for unspoiled bays. It is full of ambiance owing to its pretty little, old towns and villages. As a result, it is a lovely choice for a holiday near Croatian Beaches and indeed, villas in Brac are much in demand.

The islands are a great place for beach villa holidays due to their island status! Check out our favourite beach villas in Croatia here..  It’s so easy to hop on one of the frequent ferries from Split or Dubrovnik. With ferry hop times of 45 minutes to an hour, it’s easy to get to the islands and experience a different feel from the mainland. Up and down the coast there is a tantalising selection of contemporary Croatian villas with spectacular sea views to choose from. Another option is to take a Croatia villa holiday which combines a villa rental and some sailing.

Experience Croatia Villas in Istria

For more of a continental feel, why not try Istrian villas? Often likened to Tuscany, the Istrian Peninsula is full of old world hilltop villages. In fact, it is well known for its wine and gastronomy. Consequently, Istria villa rentals are sought after…

Being a peninsula, villas in Istria, Croatia do also have plenty of beaches and pretty coastal towns. For this reason, a Croatia villa in Istria is a lovely choice if you want to have beaches and countryside within easy reach. For example, villas near Rovinj are popular, as are villas in Banjole. Or, for groups who like to be active on their Croatia holiday, Villa Dream, in Istria, is the perfect villa in Croatia to rent. We have an abundance of villas in Croatia for you to enjoy.

Why Choose a Villa for Your Croatian Vacation?

When planning a vacation, the type of accommodation you choose can significantly impact your overall experience. Opting for a villa in Croatia offers a unique blend of comfort, privacy, and luxury that is often unmatched by traditional hotels. Villas provide a home-away-from-home atmosphere, allowing you to immerse yourself in the local culture while enjoying the seclusion and tranquility that such accommodations offer. Whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or a significant other, a villa can cater to all your needs, making your Croatian getaway truly unforgettable.

One of the primary advantages of renting a villa in Croatia is the abundance of space. Unlike cramped hotel rooms, villas come with multiple bedrooms, spacious living areas, and often expansive outdoor spaces. This extra room is particularly beneficial for families or groups, providing everyone with enough space to relax and unwind. Additionally, many villas are equipped with private pools, gardens, and terraces, offering you the perfect setting to enjoy the stunning Croatian landscape in complete privacy.

Another compelling reason to choose a villa is the level of personalisation and flexibility it offers. Many villas come with fully equipped kitchens, allowing you to prepare your meals and dine at your convenience. This can be a significant cost-saving factor, especially for extended stays. Moreover, villas often come with a range of amenities such as Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and entertainment systems, ensuring that you have all the comforts of home during your stay. With the freedom to set your schedule and tailor your experience, a villa provides the perfect backdrop for a dream vacation in Croatia.

Types of Villas: Luxury, Family-Friendly, and More

When it comes to villa rentals in Croatia, there is a wide range of options to suit different preferences and needs. Luxury villas are a popular choice for those seeking the ultimate in comfort and sophistication. These high-end properties often come with a host of premium amenities. Together with private heated pools, it is de rigueur to have a concierge service, housekeeping, hot tubs, gyms, saunas and even personal chefs. Many luxury villas are situated in prime locations, offering stunning views and easy access to local attractions. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a lavish getaway, a luxury villa provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable experience.

For families traveling with children, family-friendly villas are an excellent option. These properties are designed to cater to the needs of families, offering a range of amenities and features that ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all ages. Family-friendly villas often come with multiple bedrooms, spacious living areas, and outdoor spaces where children can play safely. Additionally, many of these villas are equipped with child-friendly amenities such as high chairs, cribs, and games, making it easy for parents to relax and enjoy their vacation.

Couples seeking a romantic escape will find a variety of villas that cater to their needs as well. Romantic Croatia villas often feature cosy interiors, private terraces, and stunning views, creating an intimate and serene atmosphere. Many of these properties are located in secluded areas, offering the perfect setting for a romantic getaway. Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, honeymoon, or simply looking to reconnect, a romantic villa provides the ideal backdrop for creating lasting memories.

Essential Amenities to Look for in a Croatian Villa

When choosing a villa for your Croatian vacation, it’s important to consider the amenities that will enhance your stay and provide the comfort and convenience you desire. One of the most sought-after amenities is a private pool. Having your own pool allows you to enjoy a refreshing swim at any time, without the crowds or restrictions of a public pool. Villas also offer sun loungers, outdoor showers, and poolside dining areas, creating a perfect oasis for relaxation without competing for a sun lounger!

Another essential amenity to look for is air conditioning, especially if you’re planning to visit during the summer months. Croatia can experience high temperatures, and having air conditioning ensures a comfortable and restful stay. Additionally, reliable Wi-Fi is a must-have for most travellers, allowing you to stay connected with family and friends, work remotely, or simply stream your favourite shows and movies.

Kitchens and dining areas are also important amenities to consider, particularly if you prefer to prepare your meals. A well-equipped kitchen with modern appliances, cookware, and utensils allows you to enjoy the convenience of home-cooked meals. Many villas also offer outdoor dining areas with BBQ facilities, providing the perfect setting for al fresco dining. Other amenities to look for include laundry facilities, parking, and entertainment options such as TV, music systems, and games.

How to Choose the Perfect Villa for Your Needs

Selecting the perfect villa for your Croatian getaway involves considering several factors to ensure that it meets your specific needs and preferences. Start by determining the size of the villa you require based on the number of guests. Whether you’re traveling as a couple, family, or group of friends, ensure that the villa provides adequate space and the right number of bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate everyone comfortably. Croatia villas often have more double-bedded rooms than twin-bedded rooms, however now, where there’s space, villas often have the choice of double beds that can be separated into single beds – the best of both worlds.

Next, consider the location of the villa. Think about the type of experience you want to have and choose a location that aligns with your interests. If you prefer a lively atmosphere with plenty of activities and entertainment, opt for a villa in a popular tourist area such as Split or Dubrovnik or the lively sought-after island towns of Hvar or Bol. For a more tranquil and secluded experience, consider regions like Korcula Island or Brac Island, where you can enjoy the natural beauty and serenity of the Croatian countryside.

It’s also important to set a budget and look for villas that fall within your price range. Keep in mind that the cost of a villa can vary significantly based on factors such as location, size, and amenities. Read reviews and check ratings from previous guests to get an idea of the overall quality and reliability of the property. Finally, consider any specific amenities or features that are important to you, such as a garden, children’s play areas, a gated pool, a professional kitchen, air conditioning, or proximity to the beach and restaurants. By carefully considering these factors, you can find the perfect villa that meets all your needs and ensures a memorable stay.

Tips for Booking Your Villa in Croatia

Booking a villa in Croatia requires careful planning and consideration to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. One of the first tips is to book your villa well in advance, especially if you’re planning to visit during the peak tourist season. Popular villas, often the sea-edge villas, can get booked up quickly, sometimes more that a year in advance. So securing your accommodation early ensures that you have a wider selection of properties to choose from.

When booking a villa, it’s important to read reviews from previous guests. This provides valuable insights into the quality and reliability of the property, as well as the experiences of other travellers. Using a villa rental company who specialise in renting accommodation in Croatia, like Croatia Gems or Idyllic Croatia Villas, will get you knowledgeable advice on locations. Locations can vary so much, and those companies will tailor their advice to your requirements.

Another tip is to ask any questions you may have about the villa, its amenities, and the surrounding area. It’s also an opportunity to clarify any specific requirements or preferences you may have, such as the need for child-friendly amenities or accessibility features. Establishing clear communication with the villa rental company will help ensure that your stay meets your expectations and runs smoothly.

Conclusion: Start Planning Your Dream Getaway

Croatia offers a wealth of stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, making it an ideal destination for a dream getaway. Renting a villa provides the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty and charm of this enchanting country while enjoying the comfort, privacy, and flexibility that such accommodations offer. Whether you’re seeking a luxurious retreat, a family-friendly haven, or a romantic escape, Croatia has a villa to suit every preference and need.

By carefully considering factors such as location, size, amenities, and budget, you can find the perfect Croatia villa that meets all your requirements and ensures a memorable stay. From the picturesque islands to the stunning Dalmatian Coast, Croatia’s diverse regions offer a range of villa options, each providing a unique and unforgettable experience.
As you start planning your dream getaway, keep in mind the tips for booking your villa to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. With its breath-taking scenery, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality, Croatia is the perfect destination for creating lasting memories and experiencing the vacation of a lifetime. So, pack your bags, gather your loved ones, and get ready to discover the best villas in Croatia for your dream getaway.

More About Croatia

For a luxury villa in Croatia with private pool, near a national park, there are so many great reasons for a Croatia villa rental – read more here. Indeed, if you are planning a villa holiday in Croatia, you can find out more here about Croatia Locations, Croatia Beaches & Croatia Restaurants. Additionally, check out what to eat on a Croatia holiday! And, look up Things to Do in Croatia in our Croatia Info section and by checking out the Croatian National Tourist Board site.