Staff: 9.8
The hotel's best score on Booking.com. Guests mention warm welcomes, help with check-in and check-out and good advice on what to visit.
Borik · Zadar · Croatia
Villa Valentina
★★★
A small family-run aparthotel with 14 studios and apartments in Zadar's Borik district, a short stroll from restaurants and the sea. Buffet breakfast, free private parking, air conditioning and balconies, many with sea views.
- 9.0on Booking.com · 938 reviews
- 4.7on Google · 216 reviews
- 2.7 kmto the Old Town (straight line)
Secure booking on Booking.com · Rates change by date
A friendly three-star base on Zadar's resort side
Villa Valentina stands on Otona Ivekovića street in Borik, the seaside residential and holiday district northwest of Zadar's Old Town. Restaurants, cafés and a wine bar are 250 to 300 meters away, the nearest beaches are about a kilometer on foot, and the Old Town with the Sea Organ and St. Donatus is roughly 3 km away by road: about 10 minutes by car or bus.
The house has been welcoming guests since 2008 and is run by a family. Guests keep coming back to the same things: the staff (9.8 on Booking.com, the hotel's top score), the cleanliness (9.3), a generous breakfast and parking that is free and right at the property. If you want a quiet bed, easy parking and good tips for the region rather than a hotel in the middle of the Old Town, this is a good fit.
See availability →What makes it special
Six concrete things, all taken from the listing and from guest reviews.
Cleanliness: 9.3
Reviewers describe the rooms as spotless and well equipped.
Free private parking
On site and secure. It is small, so it helps to tell the hotel when you will arrive.
A proper breakfast
A buffet with continental options, served every morning and praised in many reviews as varied and fresh.
Balconies and sunsets
Most studios have a terrace or balcony, and guests on the upper floors write about sea views and sunsets.
A quiet night's sleep
The street is calm, and quiet hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Hotel photos
The rooms
Five room types in a house with 14 studios and apartments. Rooms and apartments have air conditioning, free wifi, satellite TV and a private bathroom, and daily housekeeping is provided. Some studios have a small kitchenette.
Studio with balcony and sea view
The one to ask for if the view matters: a studio with its own balcony facing the sea.
See price →Studio with balcony
The same layout for two, with a balcony over the neighborhood.
See price →Double room without balcony
A simple, comfortable room for two guests who will spend most of the day out.
See price →Comfort one-bedroom apartment with balcony
More space for a small family or friends, with a separate sleeping area and a sofa bed.
See price →Family studio with balcony and sea view
Two double beds in one space, with a balcony and sea view, for families or groups of four.
See price →Hotel amenities
A small aparthotel with no pool or restaurant: its strengths are the breakfast, the parking, the hosts and the location in Borik.
- Buffet breakfastContinental and buffet, served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on selected rates.
- Free private parkingOn site and secure, at no extra charge. It is small.
- Free wifiIn the rooms and common areas.
- Air conditioningIn every room and apartment. A couple of guests say it struggles on the hottest days.
- Balcony or terraceMost studios have one, and several face the sea.
- GardenGreen space around the house, with flowers in summer.
- Daily housekeepingRooms are cleaned every day.
- Airport transferAvailable on request; ask the hotel about the conditions when you book.
- Excursions at the front deskThe reception can help you book trips to different destinations.
- Spa nearbyA spa center with massages and treatments is about 300 meters away.
- Family roomsLarger studios and an apartment for families.
- Smoke-freeSmoking is not allowed in the rooms.
Breakfast and where to eat
The house serves breakfast, and several restaurants and bars are two or three minutes away on foot.
The hotel breakfast
A buffet with continental dishes from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, with good coffee. One guest even had breakfast left ready before an early flight.
Pizzeria Šime · 250 m
The nearest restaurant, a casual pizzeria.
Bodega Fiolic · 250 m
A local café and wine bar for an evening drink.
Capo grill · 300 m
A grill restaurant that guests recommend for dinner.
Seafood by the beach
Borik's promenade and beaches have more places for fish, grilled meat and drinks with a view.
The Old Town
For a wider choice of restaurants, take a bus or a short taxi ride to the peninsula.
A Roman forum, the sea's own music and the islands of northern Dalmatia
Zadar is a compact peninsula city on the Adriatic with more than two thousand years of history, a Roman past and a modern waterfront. It's also the gateway to the Kornati islands, the Paklenica canyons and the Zadar archipelago. Distances are in a straight line from the hotel.
The Old Town peninsula · 2.7 km
A walled old town on a narrow peninsula, with stone-paved streets, churches, Venetian-era walls and gates, and the main square, Narodni trg. It's compact and easy to walk.
Sea Organ · 2.3 km
A modern instrument built into the waterfront: pipes under white stone steps play soft, random tones as the waves push air through them. It's a favorite place to sit at sunset.
Greeting to the Sun · 2.2 km
A wide circle of glass panels set into the pavement next to the Sea Organ. It charges with sunlight by day and puts on a colorful light show after dark.
Roman Forum and St. Donatus · 2.5 km
The remains of the Roman forum of Iader, with one tall column still standing, lie beside St. Donatus, a round church from the 9th century and Zadar's best-known landmark. The cathedral bell tower nearby has views over the old town.
Kornati National Park · 49 km
An archipelago of dozens of bare, rocky islands and islets in clear water, protected as a national park. It's visited on boat tours from Zadar and nearby towns; the park sets its own fees and rules.
Paklenica National Park · 25 km
A mountain park with deep limestone canyons in the Velebit range, known for walking trails and rock climbing. It's a day trip by car, bus or tour along the coast; check trail conditions before you set out.
When to go to Zadar
Average high temperature and rainfall in Zadar, month by month (approximate values).
10°Jan
12°Feb
16°Mar
19°Apr
22°May
28°Jun
30°Jul
30°Aug
25°Sep
20°Oct
16°Nov
12°Dec
Mild (Apr–May, Oct) Hot and dry summer (Jun–Sep) Cool and wet (Nov–Mar) · mm
- ☀️ June to September is the Mediterranean summer: hot, sunny and mostly dry, the best time for swimming and island trips. July and August are the busiest and hottest months; book early.
- 🌸 April, May and October are mild and pleasant for walking the old town and the waterfront. The sea is cooler, there are fewer people, and some seasonal boats and restaurants run reduced schedules.
- 🌧️ November is usually the rainiest month. From November to March it's cool and wet, with short sunny spells; it's a quiet time and a good one for museums and the old town.
- 💨 The bora (a cold, gusty wind from the north-east) mostly blows in winter, and the jugo (a humid wind from the south) brings rain. Strong wind can delay or cancel ferries and boat trips.
- 🎶 The Sea Organ plays all year, but it depends on the waves: it's louder when the sea is rough and nearly silent when it's calm.
- 🧴 In summer the sun is strong and the old town's stone streets hold the heat: carry water, wear sunscreen and a hat, and sightsee early or late in the day.
How to get here
Zadar Airport (ZAD)
Zadar's airport is in Zemunik, east of the city (11.8 km in a straight line from the hotel; about 15 minutes by car according to Booking.com), with flights to European cities, more of them in summer. The hotel offers an airport transfer on request.
By ferry
Zadar's ferry port, Gaženica (5.9 km from the hotel), has car and passenger ferries to nearby islands such as Ugljan and Dugi Otok, and sailings to Italy depending on the season. Check timetables and which port your sailing uses, and book vehicle space early in summer.
By bus
The bus station (3.9 km) is a short taxi or bus ride from the hotel. Buses connect Zadar with Zagreb, Split, Šibenik, Plitvice Lakes, Dubrovnik and many other towns; the bus to Dubrovnik crosses a short stretch of Bosnia and Herzegovina, so carry your passport or ID card.
By car
The A1 motorway links Zagreb, Zadar and Split, and there are tolls. Plitvice Lakes (85 km) is a long day trip from Zadar. The hotel has free private parking, which makes Borik an easy base if you drive; in the Old Town, parking is restricted.
Entry and money
Croatia is part of the Schengen area and uses the euro. Entry requirements depend on your nationality and can change: check them with official sources before you travel. Cards are widely accepted and there are ATMs in the city.
Getting around
Borik has shops, restaurants and beaches within walking distance. The Old Town is about 3 km away: take a city bus, a taxi or a ride-hailing app, or drive and park there. Boats run to the nearby islands.
What's nearby
From Otona Ivekovića street, Borik. Straight-line distances.
- Restaurants and bars250–300 m
- Diklovac beach0.9 km
- Borik beach1.1 km
- Uskok beach1.5 km
- Greeting to the Sun2.2 km
- Sea Organ2.3 km
- Roman Forum and St. Donatus2.5 km
- Old Town (Narodni trg)2.7 km
- Bus station3.9 km
- Ferry port (Gaženica)5.9 km
- Zadar Airport11.8 km
- Paklenica National Park25 km
What guests say
9.0 out of 10 on Booking.com from 938 reviews, and 4.7 out of 5 on Google from 216 reviews.
9.8Staff
9.3Cleanliness
9.1Comfort
9.0Value for money
8.7Facilities
8.6Location
«Cleanliness and the super friendliness of the people who run it. A 10.»
«The room, the views, the comfort, parking included, a varied and very good breakfast, and the friendly receptionists. Ten minutes on foot from the beach.»
«The staff were extremely helpful with check-in and check-out and gave very good information for visiting Zadar. The hotel was very clean.»
«The room was spacious, spotless and well equipped, with a walk-in shower, air conditioning and a spectacular view.»
«Very nice hotel, everything neat and clean, and a very good breakfast. It's very quiet at night, which is great for sleeping.»
«Great value. Abundant buffet breakfast from 8:00 to 10:00, and very welcoming staff.»
What to know before you book
Check-in from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Tell the hotel your arrival time in advance. Check-out is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Breakfast from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Included only on selected rates, so check the rate you choose.
No elevator
The rooms are on several floors reached by stairs, and a guest suggests a luggage lift would help. Ask for a ground or lower floor if stairs are a problem; the best sea views are on the upper floors.
Small private car park
Parking is free but the car park is small, so let the hotel know if you arrive by car.
Sea views vary by room
Only some rooms face the sea. A guest notes that new buildings nearby have closed off some views, so choose a room type marked with sea view.
Children and extra beds
Children of any age are welcome. From age 4, children count as adults for rates. The hotel has no cots or extra beds.
Pets and parties
Pets are not allowed, and parties and events are not permitted. Quiet hours run from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
Payment
Booking.com handles the payment for your stay, but bring cash for any extra charges at the property.
The beach is a walk, not a step
The nearest beaches are about 1 km away, a walk of 10 to 15 minutes. In July and August some guests find it long in the heat.
Small details
A few guests mention a small shower in one room, some missing kitchenware in the studios and air conditioning that struggles on very hot days.
Things to do from Zadar
Highly rated tours on Viator: a walk through Zadar's highlights with the Sea Organ, a three-island boat tour with snorkeling, Kornati and Telašćica Nature Park, a guided day trip to Plitvice Lakes, a romantic sunset boat cruise and a food tour of the old town. Check each tour's meeting point or whether it includes pickup; cancellation terms vary by tour.
Zadar Highlights: Old Town, Sea Organ & Local Tastings
See the tour →
Zadar: 3 Islands Luxury Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz & Snorkeling
See the tour →
National Park Kornati & Telascica Nature Park for 15 people max
See the tour →
From Zadar Plitvice Lakes Guided Day Tour with Tickets
See the tour →
Zadar: Romantic Luxury Sunset Boat Tour with Aperol Spritz
See the tour →
Discover the Old Town of Zadar Through Food, Wine & History
See the tour →Tour texts and photos: Viator.
Where it is
Otona Ivekovića 20, Borik, 23000 Zadar, Croatia
Book your stay at Villa Valentina
See today's rates and availability on Booking.com. Many rates can be cancelled for free; check the conditions of each one before you book.
See availability →Frequently asked questions
Where is Villa Valentina?
On Otona Ivekovića street in Borik, a seaside district of Zadar, Croatia. The Old Town is about 3 km away and the nearest beaches are about 1 km.
Is breakfast included?
On selected rates. The hotel serves a continental buffet every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM; check whether the rate you choose includes it.
Is there parking?
Yes, free private parking on site. It is small, so tell the hotel when you plan to arrive.
How far is the beach?
The closest beaches, Diklovac and Borik, are about 0.9 to 1.1 km away: a walk of 10 to 15 minutes.
How far is it from the Old Town?
About 3 km by road, roughly 10 minutes by car. You can also take a city bus or a taxi.
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM and check-out is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Tell the hotel your arrival time ahead of time.
Does it have a pool, restaurant or elevator?
No. It's a small aparthotel with breakfast, a garden and balconies; there is no pool, restaurant or elevator, but there are restaurants a few minutes away on foot.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not accepted.
Can I get to the airport easily?
Zadar Airport is about 15 minutes by car. The hotel offers an airport transfer on request.