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Start your Hvar Town sightseeing from Palace Elisabeth on the main square, where you can return between walks without arranging a ride.

What makes it special

Venetian and Austrian architectural details give this heritage hotel a sense of Hvar’s civic past, rewarding guests drawn to historic buildings.

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Sea views and balconies are separate room features here, so check both when watching the harbor from outdoors matters to your stay.

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Arrange luggage transport from Hvar port with the hotel before arrival, particularly if several bags would make the final approach less comfortable.

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Palace Elisabeth Hvar

Palace Elisabeth occupies the edge of Hvar's main square, where the town loggia faces the harbor. Few addresses place a guest so directly in the life of Hvar Town: the cathedral is across the square, boats leave from the nearby waterfront, and the hotel's terraces look over both. It is a five-star heritage hotel with the comforts of a spa and indoor pool, yet its defining feature is the town outside the door. That proximity brings convenience and, in summer, a lively soundtrack.

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Rooms

  • 44 44

Hotel Style

  • Charming Charming

Leisure

  • Fitness Fitness
  • Pool Pool
  • Spa Spa
  • Sauna Sauna

Experiences

  • Wellness Wellness
  • Beach Beach

Facilities

  • Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Accessible
  • Connecting Rooms Connecting Rooms

Rooms & Suites at Palace Elisabeth Hvar

Premium Room
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Premium Room

215 sqft
From 727 USD

The marble shower bathroom is part of a room with Venetian-style decor. You have bathrobes and slippers, along with a 49-inch flat HD television. Room...

Premium City View Room
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Premium City View Room

226–344 sqft
From 969 USD

A shower sits within the marble bathroom, which shares the bedroom’s Venetian style. Bathrobes and slippers are ready for use after bathing. The room faces...

Elisabeth Sea View Balcony Suite
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Elisabeth Sea View Balcony Suite

657 sqft
From 976 USD

A shower and bathtub sit within the marble bathroom, alongside separate bedroom and living spaces. The suite is on the second floor, facing Hvar’s town...

Premium Sea View Room
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Premium Sea View Room

269 sqft
From 1’016 USD

The bathroom has either a shower or bathtub, with marble around the bathing space. Bathrobes and slippers are provided, and there is a 49-inch flat...

Premium Sea View Balcony Room
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Premium Sea View Balcony Room

226–344 sqft
From 1’112 USD

The balcony’s open seating area looks out across Hvar harbour and the town square. Inside, you have a marble bathroom with either a shower or...

Deluxe City View Suite
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Deluxe City View Suite

323–344 sqft
From 1’488 USD

The suite’s marble shower bathroom sits alongside a bedroom with Venetian-style decor. Bathrobes and slippers are available, as well as a minibar for refreshments. There...

Deluxe Sea View Suite
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Deluxe Sea View Suite

506 sqft
From 1’613 USD

An open-plan layout brings the sleeping and sitting areas into one space. The outlook takes in Hvar harbour and the town square. A marble bathroom...

Penthouse Sea View Balcony Suite
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Penthouse Sea View Balcony Suite

463–538 sqft
From 1’909 USD

From the top floor, the balcony seating area faces Hvar harbour and the town square. The suite has a marble bathroom with a shower and...

Imperial Sea View Balcony Suite
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Imperial Sea View Balcony Suite

614 sqft
From 2’005 USD

A bathtub within the room provides a bathing space outside the marble shower bathroom. The suite is on the top floor, with balcony seating facing...

Presidential Sea View Balcony Penthouse Suite
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Presidential Sea View Balcony Penthouse Suite

969 sqft
From 3’817 USD

The suite has a separate bedroom and living room, plus a marble shower bathroom. A balcony opens onto panoramic sea views. Venetian-style details carry through...

The hotel stands on the site of Hvar's former Duke's Palace. Under Venetian rule this was a place of civic importance, beside the loggia that served the town's public life. The Spa Hotel Empress Elisabeth took its place in 1899; today's name carries that Austrian chapter forward. The building now brings those layers together without asking guests to treat the hotel as a museum. Historic stonework and formal rooms sit alongside contemporary bedrooms and a working spa.

Its position changes the pace of a stay. You can step out for a walk through the square before the waterfront fills, return for a pause in the afternoon, then go back into town for dinner. The Arsenal and Hvar Public Theatre are close by, as is the route uphill to Fortica fortress. Guests who enjoy seeing the town from morning through late evening will get more from this address than those seeking an isolated island retreat.

Palace Elisabeth is at Trg svetog Stjepana 5, near Hvar Town's passenger-boat arrivals. Catamarans link Hvar Town with Split, while car ferries use other island ports, so the arrival port matters when planning a transfer. The operator offers luggage transport from Hvar port and assistance with transfers. This is worth arranging in advance if traveling with several bags: motor vehicles do not enter the historic center, and the final approach is on foot.

Once settled, the central location makes a car unnecessary for much of a short visit. Restaurants, the promenade and local boat departures are within a walk, and water taxis make the Pakleni Islands a straightforward day out. Beaches are accessible from town, but the hotel itself is not a beachfront property. For a stay built around swimming from a private shore or spending the whole day within resort grounds, its location is a meaningful distinction.

The hotel has 44 rooms and suites, according to the operator's current full-buyout inventory and its Leading Hotels listing. The accommodation ranges from Premium Rooms to city-view and sea-view categories, with several balcony suites and a Presidential Penthouse Suite. In a historic building, category and outlook matter more than the promise of a uniform room plan. A Premium Room is a compact base for days spent out in Hvar; a sea-view balcony room makes the harbor part of the stay.

Guests seeking more room to settle in should look at the suites rather than assume that every heritage bedroom is generously sized. The Deluxe Sea View Suite offers a separate step up in space, while the Elisabeth, Imperial and Penthouse balcony suites place more emphasis on the outlook. A city-view room can be a sensible choice when the square's scenery is less important than access to the hotel and town. Confirm the exact view and layout of the category you select, especially when a balcony or additional living space is the reason for choosing it.

Families should make the same assessment with occupancy in mind. The right arrangement depends on the ages of the children and the particular room; confirm cot, extra-bed and connecting-room options directly for the chosen category rather than assuming they apply throughout the hotel. A suite may give a longer stay more breathing room. The central square is also a lively place in peak season; travelers sensitive to noise should ask about room position rather than presume a harbor view will be quiet.

San Marco is the hotel's principal restaurant, set above the loggia with views across the square and sea. Its Mediterranean cooking draws on local products, and the terrace makes the setting as important as the menu. This is one of the pleasures of staying here rather than merely visiting Hvar Town for an evening: breakfast and dinner can both take place above the same harbor as its mood changes through the day.

There is also a hotel bar looking toward the harbor. A drink here works particularly well before walking into the old town, although guests need not confine their meals to the property. Hvar's streets offer enough choice to vary the rhythm over several nights. San Marco is the natural place for a meal that keeps the town in view; restaurants beyond the square offer a different angle on the island's food and evening life.

The indoor swimming pool is a useful counterpoint to the activity around the square. Leading Hotels describes a sundeck with views over Hvar Bay and the Adriatic, while the hotel's own site confirms the pool, spa and gym. The spa offers massages and facial and body treatments, with sauna or steam facilities listed by the hotel collection. It gives guests a place to slow down after a boat excursion or a walk up to the fortress without turning the property into a large wellness resort.

The distinction is worth keeping in mind. This is not an outdoor pool complex or a beach club, and the pool does not replace a day in the sea. It is an indoor amenity within a compact historic hotel. For guests who want Hvar Town's restaurants and waterfront at hand but also value a swim or treatment between outings, that balance is unusually practical.

Hvar Town rewards an unhurried first day. St. Stephen's Cathedral anchors the far end of the square; the Arsenal and historic theatre explain some of the port's civic past; the climb to Fortica gives a broader view of the harbor and Pakleni Islands. These are distinct places rather than decorative scenery around the hotel. Taking time to walk between them makes the hotel's setting easier to understand.

The waterfront also opens a wider itinerary. Boats reach the Pakleni Islands for beaches and coves, while a drive inland reveals villages, wineries and the island beyond its best-known harbor. A multi-night stay can alternate those outings with simpler hours in town. Palace Elisabeth makes that pattern easy because returning to the room does not require a transfer away from the center. If a trip is primarily about quiet countryside, though, another part of Hvar will provide a better base.

Palace Elisabeth is most compelling for travelers who want the historic square, harbor and daily movement of Hvar Town as part of their hotel experience. Its heritage is tangible, San Marco has a genuine vantage point above the loggia, and the indoor pool gives the day a quieter interval. The trade-off is equally clear: this is a central, compact town hotel, not a secluded resort with a private beach. Choose the room for its outlook and space, and choose the hotel because the place around it matters.

Why we love this hotel

Why we love this hotel

San Marco combines Mediterranean cooking with sea views above the town hall, making dinner a chance to enjoy Hvar’s setting without another outing.

The indoor pool looks out over Hvar Town, so you can take in the rooftops from the water after exploring the streets below.

The hotel’s yacht charter options open up coves and bays beyond town, adding a day on the water to a centrally based stay.

Location of PALACE ELISABETH

Trg Sv. Stjepana 5, 21450 Hvar, Croatia

What to Know About Palace Elisabeth Hvar

Is Palace Elisabeth Hvar a good hotel?

Yes. Palace Elisabeth Hvar is a strong choice for travelers who want history, sea views, spa, and a central Hvar stay. It suits couples, culture travelers, island hoppers, yacht guests, and visitors who want Hvar Town on foot.

Where is Palace Elisabeth Hvar located?

Palace Elisabeth Hvar is located on Hvar's main square, close to the harbor and waterfront. The location is practical for restaurants, cafes, boat departures, the cathedral, the marina, and old-town walks.

How many rooms does Palace Elisabeth Hvar have?

Palace Elisabeth Hvar has 44 rooms and suites in an intimate heritage hotel setting. Many rooms and suites offer views toward Hvar's main square, harbor, marina, or the Adriatic Sea.

What is the history of Palace Elisabeth Hvar?

Palace Elisabeth stands on the site of a 13th-century ducal palace in Hvar. The hotel was rebuilt in 1899 and named for Empress Elisabeth of Austria, also known as Sisi.

Is Palace Elisabeth Hvar good for exploring Hvar Town?

Yes. Palace Elisabeth is one of the best locations for exploring Hvar Town without a car. Guests can walk to the waterfront, restaurants, bars, shops, the fortress path, churches, and boat departures.

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