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Where to Stay in Hvar: Neighborhood Guide by Trip Type

Hvar Town's Old Town is the centre — Venetian-era square, harbor, dense restaurants. Stari Grad on the north coast is the calmer alternative. Pakleni Islands a short boat ride away are the real swim trip.

The Hvar neighborhood cheat sheet

NeighborhoodVibeBest forPrice
Hvar Townvenetian, harbor, partyfirst-timers, couples$$$
Stari Gradold-town, calm, unescofamilies, couples$$

Head-to-head: which Hvar neighborhood is right for you?

Round-by-round comparisons of the Hvar neighborhoods most travelers decide between. Atmosphere, walkability, price, sleep quality — and a named winner per dimension.

The Hvar neighborhoods worth considering

Hvar Town$$$

Hvar's central Old Town — Venetian-era square, harbor, dense restaurants. The party-island base.

Full Hvar Town guide →
Stari Grad$$

Hvar Island's older town on the north coast — UNESCO Stari Grad Plain, calmer, fewer tourists.

Full Stari Grad guide →
Where to Stay in Hvar — Neighborhood Guide · WhereToStayEurope