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Hotel Ambasador Split
Modernist waterfront harbor hotel
Modernist waterfront harbor hotel
Sharp modernist geometry fronts the working harbor, with open glass walls and terrace seating right on the promenade.
What it’s good at
Notable
Floor-to-ceiling bedroom glazing captures views across the marina and the Adriatic Sea.
Notable
Underground halotherapy and dry floatation complement a third-floor harborview terrace pool.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
From its ultra-modern geometric exterior, you wouldn’t guess that the Hotel Ambasador first opened its doors back in 1937.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Zapadna Obala promenade runs outside the front doors, leading past moored yachts to Diocletian's Palace in five minutes.
The rooms
Subdued neutral palettes keep the bedrooms calm. Broad glass windows look straight out over marina yachts or the city.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Sun loungers line the third-floor terrace pool, which looks out over the harbor and incoming ferries.
The spa
Ergonomic loungers face an illuminated salt brick wall underground, flanked by a Finnish sauna and steam room.
The gym
The underground fitness room is equipped with Swedish wall bars and a dedicated free-weight area.
Restaurant Méditerranée
The waterfront terrace serves Adriatic seafood under a bougainvillea pergola, looking straight out toward the cathedral bell tower.
At the table
Bar Split centers on a red marble counter beneath mirrored ceilings. Upstairs, the open-air pool bar overlooks the marina.
How it began
The original 1937 hotel spent decades as a Yugoslav naval hall and cinema before being rebuilt entirely in 2022.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.