Staying around Hvar's main square
The square gives you a useful landmark when choosing an address, but check which side street contains the entrance. A room facing the open square feels different from one reached through a narrow passage. Ask about steps before booking, particularly if you have heavy luggage, and check whether bedroom windows face outdoor tables.
At a glance
- Best for
- Sights and evenings on foot
- At night
- Lively, loud in summer
- Getting around
- On foot; no cars
- Price level
- €€€€
The stone lanes between the main square, the harbor and the cathedral: every sight and most restaurants are five minutes away.
Good for
- Sights, restaurants and the boats within a few minutes
- Walking the lanes after the day crowds leave
- A short stay of two or three nights
Think twice if
- You sleep lightly in summer: bars and voices carry
- Stairs and luggage are a problem
- You want a swim on your doorstep
How The old town around the main square compares with the rest of Hvar
What is near The old town around the main square
Cathedral of St Stephen
Allow about two minutes from the middle of the square to the cathedral entrance, leaving extra time if a service is taking place.
Arsenal
Walk about three minutes toward the harbor end of the square to see the Arsenal and check access to the theater upstairs.
Franciscan monastery
Follow the waterfront east for roughly ten minutes to reach the monastery beside the water, with few navigation decisions along the way.
Eating in The old town around the main square
Compare menus in the lanes as well as on the square itself. Before sitting down, check whether you are choosing a full restaurant meal or a lighter stop. For an early departure, ask your accommodation where to get breakfast at the hour you need.
Getting around from The old town around the main square
The harbor is your reference point for boats, while the bus station sits behind the old town near the market. There are no urban rail lines. Confirm the exact departure point for your boat, since a harbor address alone does not identify where to board.
Hotels in The old town around the main square
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Other areas of Hvar
Staying around Hvar's main square
Can a taxi take me to my front door?
Do not assume so within the old town. Send your host the amount of luggage you have and ask for the nearest practical vehicle drop-off point.
Will a room on the square be quiet?
Outdoor dining and people crossing the square can carry sound toward nearby windows. Ask about the bedroom's position and whether it has effective shutters or double glazing.
Is this convenient for an early boat?
It can be, but check the walk from your actual entrance to the operator's boarding point. Leave time for luggage and boarding formalities.