Pag Island is filled with entrancing deep blue gleaming waters, long stretches of blue skies, and rugged mountains that touch the sky. Not only does it offer some of the best beaches in all of Croatia, but it is also packed with fun and adventure. In order to help you plan your getaway, we’ve curated a list of 12 of the best hotels on Pag.
With varying price points, different types of amenities, and different locations, we want to help you find a hotel that is just perfect for you, both in terms of your budget and your accommodation needs.
Hotel Plaza
A four-star hotel, located right in front of the beach, Hotel Plaza offers tons of amenities. It provides air conditioning, and minibars, along with a TV for some entertainment. The place also offers a stunning outdoor pool where you can cannonball and enjoy a quick swim before you head out to explore.
Next to their pool, is a bar serving delicious mocktails, lemonade, and a refreshing array of chilled drinks to melt away the scorching sun. They also have an expansive ala carte restaurant with tons of fresh succulent seafood packed with flavor, along with traditional dalmatian dishes that can be inhaled in one go. If you’d like to explore the place on your own, you can always rent a bike or a scooter.
Not only does it offer all these amenities and mouth-watering food, but it is also located really close to the center of Pag so if you’re looking to find a place away from the tourist traffic, this is the perfect hotel for you. Spick and span rooms, friendly waiters, and nonsmoking areas make this a popular place to settle in.
Apartments Barbati
Located on the pebble beach of Vidalići, Barbati apartments offer a modern all-white aesthetic. Featuring a cute terrace space overlooking a gorgeous view of the crystal clear Adriatic water, this Pag hotel has brilliantly orange sunsets that are so stunning that they will leave your mouth hanging wide open.
Barbati offers a spa to destress and get that massage you’ve been putting off along with free Wifi, a gym for the health nuts, as well as transportation to and from the airport to prevent any last-minute inconveniences. When you’re tired of all the fun on the island, you can retire to your hotel and enjoy a hearty and delicious meal at the Barbati restaurant.
Located at about a ten-minute drive from the heart of the island, this is an ideal spot to settle down due to its close proximity to everything you’d like to do here. The staff here is known to be extremely hospitable, making their guests feel especially at home which is one the biggest reasons for their customer loyalty.
Guest House Frane
Though the hotel is small, don’t let that fool you, because this is one of the best places to stay which is not only comfortable but also super affordable and budget-friendly. Overlooking a beach with undulating hills in the background, this is an ideal location to visit with your family.
Offering several amenities like free Wifi, a minibar, and housekeeping along with a private balcony with a mesmerizing view of Pag. The center is in close proximity to the hotel so you’ll find it easy to get there with lesser transportation hassle.
With clean and cozy rooms and a friendly workforce, this hotel is an all-rounder. Since it is a bit secluded, you’ll be able to enjoy the serene nature without the hustle and bustle of tourists and locals alike. It also has a restaurant that offers Pag’s specialty lamb meats and salty cheese which is to die for.
Hotel Pagus
Placed right in the center of the heart of Pag, Hotel Pagus offers tons of amenities that you wouldn’t want to miss out on. Not only does it offer early morning aqua aerobics, a spa and wellness center to make all the stress melt away, but it also has an animation team, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. It also has hot relaxing saunas, hot tubs, and special beauty treatments to help you immerse in the vacation completely.
Since the location is near pretty much every landmark and activity there, you won’t need to stress about transportation either. Pagus also has two restaurants on site where you can select some scrumptious meals or enjoy one of their buffets however, their coffee is not great so you’ll need to find another place for your caffeine.
Rooms in the hotel have a ton of space, are clean and crisp, and there is a toy room, especially for children. If you’re vegan or vegetarian, you might not be able to find suitable options here.
Hotel Olea
One of the most visually appealing places on the entire island, Hotel Olea offers modern furniture, a wooden desk with a cute little lamp, and bright colorful rooms filled with paintings, giving it a more artistic touch. Not only do they have gorgeous rooms, but they are also spacious, extremely clean, and stain-free.
Hotel Olea also offers facilities like their huge swimming pool with clear glass walls giving you a spectacular view outside, hot tubs, a spa, and a gym to exercise. Their breakfast begins at 7 in the morning and has everything you could dream of from yogurts, and fruits, to cheese, bread, and coffee.
Featuring its in-house restaurant, and two bars, the place is perfect for travelers looking for a luxurious getaway. Though it is important to note that this place is a bit more expensive so you might need to pay more than what you’re expecting.
Boutique Hotel Intermezzo
Having only eighteen rooms in total, this is a small boutique with a modern aesthetic. The elegant rooms are clean and make for the perfect Instagram vacation picture. It also offers a ton of facilities like ironing boards, dental sets, and baby equipment as well.
Soft velvety linen and hot towels are complimentary and the rooms are supposed to be soundproof. The staff is friendly and professional, helping their guests out whenever possible. Huge spacious rooms with a stunning view of the island makes this an attractive spot.
Hotel Intermezzo offers bike rentals due to its proximity to the main town, you can just pedal your way and completely check off everything on your itinerary. The place also offers a huge variety of food options with breakfast being the best meal of the day.
La Luna Hotel
Located in the village of Jakišnica, La Luna Hotel has its own private beach so you’ll get the entire Pag experience without having to deal with too many tourists and overcrowded beaches. A luxurious place filled with everything you could possibly need to destress from your typical nine to five.
This Pag island hotel has a spa and wellness center offering tons of beauty treatments and massage however what makes it unique is its sediment mud bath and a bio-sauna that is exactly as fancy as it sounds. The place is covered with ancient olive trees that provide natural shade in the scorching summer heat.
Featuring a stunning and clean pool, good Wifi, a jaw-droppingly beautiful view of some of the best sunsets, and friendly staff, La Luna is a magnificent place to enjoy your stay at Pag.
Hotel Boskinac
Boskinac hotel is ideal for those interested in wine and cheese since the hotel is right next to their vineyards. Starting back in 1950, they have been producing local wine using the Gegić grape variety. The hotel itself is earthy, with a blend of rustic and modern aesthetics, making it a site for sore eyes.
Enjoy a meal at the tavern where their succulent smoky meats are charred on an open grill, paired with the perfect combination of grilled veggies and some crisp local wine. The place also has tons of amenities with its stellar cocktails by the poolside, free parking, and bike rentals.
Hotel Boskinac also allows pets so you can bring your furry animals along for the luxurious vacation trip. They also have terraces with gorgeous views and scrumptious food to enjoy with it, making it a magical experience.
Noa Glamping Resort
Located just a short walk from the party beach of Pag (Zcre), Noa Glamping Resort is a unique experience rather than a simple hotel. This place screams luxury with its villas having private pools attached to them, a huge flatscreen TV, and stunning interiors. Every little hut has a kitchen and a living area inside.
Offering shuttles to and from the airport, a fitness center, storage space for luggage along with ATM facilities, this resort is as close to heaven as you’ll get on earth. You can pick a type of room from their ocean view, mountain view, and pool view, each of them being equally stunning.
Since Zcre is right next to the villa, this location is generally ideal for people who enjoy parties and the wild nightlife as there’s always something happening there. The resort is near several activities like wakeboarding and jet skiing which you can take advantage of.
Villa Kastel
With several facilities, Villa Kastel is located in Povljana, towards the southeast side of the Island. The place can be found on the beachfront with its street food style restaurant and cozy bar offering some of the most delicious and exotic cocktails you’ll ever taste.
With clean rooms and an elegant interior, the villa also offers a private pool with sunbeds under parasols to enjoy by the poolside, along with a rooftop jacuzzi for proper relaxation. However, the location is a bit further away from places like Zadar (an hour’s drive) in comparison to some of the other hotels on this list.
Jardin restaurant onsite offers some scrumptious dalmatian cuisine and freshly plucked seafood from the Adriatic waters. You can also get your daily caffeine fix at the cafe bar offering an array of options.
Meridijan
Meridijan is a four-star hotel located near the center of the Island. Offering tons of facilities to their guests like non-smoking rooms for families, air conditioning, pools, bike rentals, and complimentary toiletries. However, it is important to note that it is an Adult only hotel so be mindful when you’re planning a stay here.
With about 37 rooms in total, only 8 of them have a balcony so be sure to ask in advance if you want a view. The rooms are spacious and furnished with Bidermayer-style furniture, and they also have their own restaurant and wellness center offering pure relaxation (you have to pay extra for it).
They serve a hefty buffet filled with local and other cuisines with a huge menu along with rafting, boat excursions, and boat rentals through which you’ll be able to explore the hidden beauty of the Adriatic sea. However, no pets are allowed here.
Joel Hotel
Located in Novalja, Joel Hotel might be the last on our list but it definitely has a lot to offer. Having a perfectly rectangular pool, free Wifi, microwaves, and coffee machines, the hotel offers an array of facilities that can be readily exploited.
Their restaurant has vegan and vegetarian options which means that you won’t just have to stick to boring old salads if you stay here. You’re even allowed to bring your little fur babies as the hotel is pet friendly.
The view from the hotel is magnificent with rugged hills, calming blue sea as far as the eye can see, and soft pillowy clouds that line the sky. Joel’s rooms are spacious and pristine and their pool is kid friendly so you don’t need to worry if you’re accompanied by little children.
Final Thoughts
Pag island is for all ages with its wild nightlife and festivals, but also tons of activities, places to relax, and enchanting views. If you’re planning to visit this little slice of heaven, then you’ll definitely be needing a place to stay depending on your company and budget.
So, in order to help make your hunt easier, we’ve curated a list of 12 of the best hotels on the island that you should definitely check out before visiting!
