Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort is one of the biggest and best-known hotels in Hvar Town, set on the shoreline a short distance from the harbour rather than in the middle of the old quarter. That placement is its main selling point. You get a resort-style stay, with pool areas, a beachfront, restaurants and wellness facilities, and you still reach the main square and the fortress on foot in roughly ten to fifteen minutes, or by a short water taxi when the walk feels too warm. Rooms and suites typically face the sea or the garden, with balconies in many categories, and the property is designed for longer stays where guests like to switch between the pool, the beach and the town. Travelers who want a lot of amenities in one place, or who are traveling with children, will find it easier than a small boutique hotel in the old lanes, where lifts and pools are rarer.
The surrounding area suits a resort holiday. The coast here is a mix of pebble beach and concrete platforms typical of Croatian hotel shorelines, with steps into clear water, and the pine-shaded paths along the shore lead to quieter coves and a waterfront promenade into town. Evenings are easy: take the promenade to the harbour for dinner, then return by foot or taxi. Mornings can start with a hotel breakfast on a terrace before a boat trip to the Pakleni Islands, since the departure point is only a short walk away.
As with any large resort, check what is included. Board options, spa access, pool towels and loungers, and children's facilities can vary by room rate and season. Resort-style hotels in this part of Croatia generally run from spring to autumn, with some facilities closed in winter, so if you travel outside the warm months confirm that the pool, spa and restaurants are open. Parking and shuttle arrangements are also worth asking about, particularly in July and August, when the roads around Hvar Town are busy.
Who it suits
Families, couples who want pool time, groups of friends and anyone who values facilities over old-town charm. Who might prefer something else: light sleepers who want the intimacy of a small heritage hotel, and travelers who want to be steps from the square for late nights.
Book early for peak summer, when Hvar's accommodation is in high demand, and ask for a sea-facing room if the view matters. The hotel is also a good base for island day trips, because the town's boat dock, taxi rank and bus stop are all within easy reach.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront setting near Hvar Town
- ✓Outdoor pool area
- ✓Spa and wellness facilities
- ✓Sea-view rooms and balconies
- ✓On-site restaurants and bars
- ✓Walk or water taxi to the harbour
- ✓Family-friendly facilities
- ✓Easy access to boat departures
Good questions
How far is Amfora from Hvar Town's main square?+
Roughly ten to fifteen minutes on foot along the shore, or a short water taxi ride.
Is it good for families?+
Yes. A resort-style layout with pools and a beachfront suits children, but check which facilities are open in your season.
When is the best time to stay?+
Late spring to early autumn, when pools, the beach and restaurants are fully open.
