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Accommodation

There is a wide range of accommodation on the Croatian coast and islands – from large resort-style complexes to small boutique hotels, pensions (pansion), private rooms and apartments, hostels and campsites – and even several lighthouses. Private rooms (sobe – similar to a B&B, but usually without breakfast) and apartments (apartmani – usually with a small kitchen) are generally better value than hotels. Some rooms and apartments have a minimum one-week stay, and most will charge a supplement for stays less than three nights. Local tourist offices usually have private accommodation listed on their website, and some will book it for you, while others will refer you to a local agency for the booking itself. In most cases the owner of the soba or apartman will come to meet you at the tourist office and show you to your chosen accommodation.

Hotels usually offer their best rates online. Try to book as far in advance as possible during the peak season (July–August), as places do get booked up. Prices are significantly lower during shoulder seasons (May–June and September–October), and many places close during the winter months (those which remain open tend to reduce their rates by as much as 50 per cent at this time). Prices are often quoted in euro and converted to kuna according to the daily rate. Hotels often only charge a small amount above their room rates for half-board. Wild camping, and camping within a national park or nature park, is prohibited.