Hotel LuxevsRiva
Hotel Luxe and Riva are both highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel Luxe scores significantly higher than Riva. Hotel Luxe comes in at 84 with accolades from 6 sources including The Telegraph, Fodor's and Jetsetter.
Hotel Luxe
Ulica kralja Zvonimira 6, Split 21000, Croatia
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's
"A five-minute walk from the old town, above the ferry port. ... The 27 rooms and 3 suites are funky but functional." Full review
Time Out
"Opened in July 2010, this design-oriented four-star is both good to look at and fun to stay in." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The Hotel Luxe is an upscale, 30-room design hotel with some of the snazziest contemporary interior design you'll find in Split -- it's colorful and funky, with a slight retro feel to it." Full review
Jetsetter
"Arriving at the Hotel Luxe on Split’s busy main street, it’s obvious that this coastal retreat is a unique find." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A modern hotel with a fun vibe and wellness area situated next to the old town and ferry terminal, and only a short walk away from the beach." Full review
Frommer's
"White predominates, with striped turquoise, lilac, and mauve carpets providing the color. Rooms are light and airy, with floor-to-ceiling windows...there’s a small wellness center in the basement" Full review
Michelin Guide
"The Luxe is a contemporary boutique hotel, but the aesthetic is far from minimalist...guest rooms are on the boxy side, but smartly designed with painted wood furnishings, striped rugs" Full review
Riva
Riva BB, Split 21450, Croatia
From $0/night
Fodor's
"Located on the palm-lined waterfront, opposite the ferry landing station, Hotel Riva is considered one of Hvar's hippest hotels." Full review
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If you object to late-night noise, forfeit the sea view and ask for a room at the back.
Time Out
"A lovely little place...the half-board rates on offer at Riva are absolute bargains, out of season, when the only sound you will hear is the occasional fishing boat." Full review
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Ask about weekly rates, too – sometimes they offer seven nights for six.