Le Meridien Lav, SplitvsRiva
Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Le Meridien Lav Split is the choice of most reviewers compared to Riva. Le Meridien Lav Split comes in at 82 with endorsements from 6 reviews including Frommer's, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Le Meridien Lav, Split
Grljevacka 2A, Podstrana 21312, Croatia
From $68/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"The modern, sleek, minimalist interior was designed by Italian architect Lorenzo Bellini." Full review
Frommer's
"Le Meridien Lav was unveiled in fall 2006, and the facility's metamorphosis from package hotel to exclusive resort is a mixed success." Full review
Time Out
"Set 11km away at Podstrana, Le Méridien is Split’s top-of-the-range five-star." Full review
Lonely Planet
"800m of beach, five interlinking buildings, 381 beautifully designed rooms, endless sea views and luscious gardens." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"The five-star Le Méridien Lav has long been one of Split’s most impressive and most upmarket hotels." Full review
Jetsetter
"A five-star spa hotel in Podstrana, on Croatia's beautiful Dalmatian coast, with breakfast and thoughtful perks." 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.