Lyra Hotel Plitvice stands in Lička Petrovo Selo, a village on the road that runs alongside the national park, and it is one of the more complete hotels in the area. The park is a short drive away, a matter of minutes by car, which makes early starts straightforward and lets you reach the entrances before the coach groups arrive. Rooms are comfortable and well sized, with doubles and twins in comfort and superior grades, mountain or hill views, and a larger suite for those who want extra space. The hotel has a restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, a lounge bar and a poolside bar, and a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers that is a welcome treat after a day on the boardwalks in summer. For a part of Croatia where many places to stay are small guesthouses, a hotel with a proper front desk, a restaurant and on-site facilities is reassuring, and it suits travellers who want service as well as a bed. Because it is a car-oriented property, it works best for visitors who have their own vehicle or arrange a transfer.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Lička Petrovo Selo, a few kilometres from the park and a short drive from the main entrances, according to the property details. There is no practical walking route to the lakes, so plan to drive or take a taxi, and ask the front desk about transfers if you are arriving by bus.
Free parking is available on site, and an electric vehicle charging point is a useful extra for travellers in an electric car. The setting is quiet and rural, with hills around the property and little traffic at night.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms are described as comfort and superior doubles or twins, with space for three guests in some, single-use options and a deluxe suite. Views look toward the hills, and all rooms include free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a twenty-four hour front desk, luggage storage, a safe at reception, a gym, a garden and a terrace, which together make it feel more like a small resort than a simple guesthouse.
The outdoor pool is seasonal and typically available from spring to autumn, so check that it will be open for your dates if swimming matters to you. There is no spa listed on the property details, so look elsewhere if treatments are a priority.
Eating and drinking
A breakfast buffet is served in the morning and is an easy way to fuel a long day of walking. The restaurant offers lunch and dinner, which is helpful in an area where evening options can be limited, and the bars give you somewhere to sit after dark.
Food inside the national park is basic and expensive for what it is, so many visitors eat a large breakfast at the hotel, carry a picnic and return for dinner. Ask the staff for local dishes and for advice on routes, timings and the day's weather.
Good to know
Pets are allowed for a fee, which is rare among comfortable hotels in the region, so dog owners will find it useful. Rates rise in summer and at weekends, and fall in the cold season, when a winter stay can be good value. Opening arrangements outside the main season can vary, so confirm that the hotel is accepting guests for your dates and ask about heating and check-in hours if you plan a late arrival.
If you want a spa and wellness suite, Degenija Boutique is the stronger choice, but if you want a straightforward, well-equipped hotel close to the park with a pool in summer, Lyra Hotel is a sound option.
Why stay here
- ✓A few minutes by car from the park
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool with loungers
- ✓Breakfast buffet
- ✓Restaurant, lounge bar and poolside bar
- ✓Free parking and electric vehicle charging
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Gym, garden and terrace
- ✓24-hour front desk and pet-friendly with a fee
Good questions
How far is Lyra Hotel from the national park?+
A short drive of a few minutes, so a car or taxi is the easiest way to reach the entrances early in the day.
Does the hotel have a pool?+
Yes, a seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers, typically open from spring to autumn. Confirm availability for your dates. There is no spa listed.
Are pets allowed?+
Yes, pets are accepted for a nightly fee per animal, and service animals are exempt. Confirm the current rules when you book.
