Radisson Blu Resort and Spa, Split is a large waterfront hotel at Put Trstenika 19 in the Žnjan district, on the sea east of the old town. It trades the palace-lane atmosphere for space, facilities and sea air. The hotel lists an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor pool, a children's pool, a spa with a dozen treatment rooms plus sauna and steam room, a hot tub, a gym, two restaurants, a beach bar, a poolside bar and a beach club. A buffet breakfast is served daily and shown at no extra charge in the rates. The class shown for the hotel is five and above. Diocletian's Palace is within about three kilometres, so most guests take a taxi or the bus into town, which is easy but not walkable at night.
The location is the main decision. Žnjan has a long pebble beach, a sports ground and a seafront walk, and it feels like a resort suburb rather than the historic centre. The walk to the palace is long, so plan on taxis, buses or a rental bike for evenings out.
That suits travellers who want a base with a pool and spa, sea views and parking, and are happy to commute into the old town for sightseeing. It is not the best choice for a first-time visitor who wants to step out of the door into the palace lanes.
Rooms range from superior city-view doubles to balcony rooms with sea views, junior and superior suites, premium suites with terraces and a three-bedroom penthouse, so families and groups have real options. Many categories sleep three, and the larger suites sleep four to six. Ask for a higher floor on the sea side for the best outlook. Covered parking is available at a fee and spaces are limited, so reserve if you are driving, and an airport shuttle can be arranged for a fee per vehicle.
Season matters here. The outdoor pool is open roughly April to October and the beach is closed from November to April, so a winter stay is about the spa, the indoor pool and the restaurants rather than sunbathing. That makes it a comfortable base for a quiet off-season break with day trips to Trogir, Klis or Krka.
In summer the beach club and outdoor pool make it a proper resort stay. Book it for a spa weekend, a family holiday with pool time, or a couple's retreat, and expect high-season rates to be the top of the city's range.
Why stay here
- ✓Indoor pool and seasonal outdoor pool
- ✓Spa with sauna and steam room
- ✓Two restaurants and a beach bar
- ✓Breakfast buffet daily
- ✓Covered parking, limited spaces
- ✓Sea-view balcony rooms
- ✓Airport shuttle on request
- ✓Gym and hot tub
Good questions
How far is the Radisson Blu from Diocletian's Palace?+
The hotel lists the palace within about three kilometres. Most guests use a taxi or bus, since the walk is long, particularly after dark.
Is the outdoor pool open in winter?+
No. The outdoor pool is seasonal, roughly April to October, and the beach is closed from November to April. The indoor pool and spa remain the winter draw.
Does the hotel have parking?+
Yes, covered parking is available for a fee and spaces are limited. An airport shuttle is also offered for a fee per vehicle.
