Staying in Kolovare, Zadar
In Kolovare, check whether your address sits closer to the shore or the main bus station. The difference affects how often you cross larger roads and whether a swim fits easily around sightseeing. Beachfront photographs do not show the full approach to an apartment. Ask for the walking route to the water and confirm where you can leave luggage before check-in.
At a glance
- Best for
- Beach, value, buses
- At night
- Lively on the beach in summer
- Getting around
- On foot; buses; the bus station
- Price level
- €€
The residential district on the mainland side with a pebble beach, the bus station and good-value rooms, about fifteen minutes from the old town.
Good for
- Families who want a beach in town
- Value: lower prices than the old town
- Bus links for day trips
Think twice if
- You want a quiet night next to the beach in summer
- You want to be in the old town's lanes in the evening
What is near Kolovare
Kolovare beach
From the main bus station, allow about ten minutes on foot to reach the beach, depending on the access point.
Land Gate
Allow about 15 minutes on foot from the northern part of Kolovare beach to the old town's southern entrance.
Queen Jelena Madijevka Park
About 15 to 20 minutes on foot from northern Kolovare beach, the park offers a shaded pause near the Land Gate.
Eating in Kolovare
Beachside places suit a drink or a simple meal between swims. For groceries, check the shops between your room and the bus station rather than assuming every seafront entrance has one nearby. Walk toward Foša and Pet Bunara when you want to combine dinner with an evening on the peninsula.
Getting around from Kolovare
The main bus station is the useful reference for intercity arrivals and onward travel. Walk toward the Land Gate for the peninsula. Liburnija runs local services, but check the current stop and route for your address; Zadar has no metro or tram lines.
Hotels in Kolovare
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Staying in Kolovare, Zadar
Should I stay closer to the beach or the bus station?
Choose by your daily routine. Check the actual walking route to the water if swimming matters, or luggage access if you have an early coach.
What should I bring for the beach?
Water shoes can help on pebbles. Bring sun protection and drinking water, and check the entry into the sea before choosing where to settle.
Can I leave luggage at my accommodation before check-in?
Ask the property directly before arrival. An apartment may have no staffed reception, so agree a specific arrangement rather than arriving early with bags.