Mindful Adriatic hideaway
Low-slung pavilions clad in timber tuck into fragrant pine woods, where pathways lead straight to the sheltered waters of Maslinica Bay.
“Outside of Stari Grad, next to the ferry to Split, 50-room Maslina Resort is a peaceful oasis…”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Low-slung pavilions clad in bamboo slats feature custom wooden tubs and a fourteen-tonne Brač limestone reception desk.
Notable
Dedicated staff coordinate private speedboat transfers from Split alongside suites featuring sea-facing loggias and heated plunge pools.
Notable
Pharomatiq Spa pairs Finnish saunas and Turkish steam with herbal remedies distilled from the seven-thousand-square-meter botanical garden.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
UK Readers' Choice Awards – Europe
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Also in Forbes Travel Guide and AFAR.
its position, just outside the UNESCO-listed town of Stari Grad, itself set on a protected bay… affords it a generous measure of seclusion
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Borrow a handcrafted wooden bicycle for the short coastal ride into Stari Grad to explore cobblestone alleys and ancient stone squares.
The rooms
Interiors pair Croatian oak and brushed brass with custom wooden soaking tubs, while sea-facing loggias look out over the Adriatic.
The pools and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
Heated swimming pools rest on timber decks among native pine trees, alongside a fitness room facing the grounds.
The spa
Treatments use essential oils distilled from garden lavender and sage, alongside open-air sound healing sessions.
Dogs stay too.
Terra Restaurant
Dishes center on produce from the organic garden and Adriatic seafood, served on terraces overlooking the bay.
The resort’s 53 accommodations — ranging from elegant sea-view rooms to expansive villas with private pools — balance organic minimalism with subtle Croatian influences.
At the table
Botanical cocktails are shaken poolside at The Bar, and A·Bay Beach Bar pours spritzes right by the water.
How it began
Maslina translates as olive tree, reflecting the former grove where native trees were carefully preserved and replanted during construction.
“A cluster of six interconnected pavilions and three seafront villas exuding breezy beachfront coolness, this island hideaway hits the sweet spot.”
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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.