The best hotels in The Adriatic & the Balkans
The Adriatic still holds the thing the western Mediterranean lost: clear water in front of towns people actually live in.
Croatia leads the region on guest scores; inland, Plovdiv is the quiet cultural surprise our readers keep writing back about.
Where to stay in The Adriatic
When to go
June and September for the coast — warm sea, manageable crowds. The inland cities are best in May, June and September.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Croatian coast at its best?
June and September. July and August bring the warmest water but also the region's heaviest crowds and highest rates.
Is the Adriatic good value?
Compared with Italy and the French coast, yes — several 9.8-scoring Croatian properties sit well below equivalent Italian rates.
What is there beyond the coast?
Plovdiv's old town and the surrounding wine country are the strongest inland pairing in the region, and both score highly with guests for atmosphere.
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