Family accommodation in Split
Split gives families a city base with waterfront time and access to wider coastal trips. Decide whether you want an old-town apartment or easier beach and vehicle access outside the oldest streets.
Best areas to stay with kids
Compare the places you would return to for naps, meals and the end of each day.
Old town
Compare for walking-based sightseeing, checking steps and luggage access carefully.
Bacvice
Consider for a base outside the oldest streets, with beach and port routes checked on the map.
Getting around
Match accommodation to the correct ferry departure and planned walking routes. Ask where a taxi can stop and how far you must carry luggage from there.
Best time to go
Check seasonal boat services and attraction opening. Summer heat makes shaded breaks and room cooling useful, while sea outings need a weather alternative.
Worth knowing
A harbour view does not mean the apartment is close to the terminal used by your ferry.
Why families choose Split
Short city walks and an outing towards Marjan can balance time indoors. If island trips are part of the plan, leave a quieter day between early departures and long days away.
Rooms and sleeping arrangements
Ask about stairs, lift access and where extra beds are placed. An old-town apartment may have no direct vehicle access, so confirm the route with luggage and a pram before booking.
Pools, play and children's activities
Check the actual beach route and surface rather than assuming every nearby beach suits a pram. If choosing a hotel for a pool, confirm child access and seasonal opening.
Meals, kitchens and laundry
A kitchen can help with early ferry-day breakfasts. Check grocery access, laundry and whether apartment check-in is flexible if transport arrives late.
Questions before you book
Should we book a Split apartment near the ferry port?
It helps if ferry travel is central to the stay, but check the exact terminal and walking route. For several city days, room access, noise and nearby meals may matter more.
Useful planning links
Updated 18 October 2026.
Family-friendly hotels in Split
3 stays to compare. Check the room layout, children’s facilities and what to confirm before booking.
Amphora Hotel Split
Znjan accommodation with sea-view suites and a separate living room for children's sofa beds.
- Rooms
- The suite has one bedroom, a separate living room with pull-out sofa, a sea-view corner balcony and up to 60 square metres of space.
- Premium Suite
- In-suite minibar
Marvie Hotel and Health
Deluxe rooms and family-sized suites provide extra sleeping space, with an indoor pool at the hotel.
- Rooms
- A 42-square-metre suite sleeps four with a king, separate living area and double sofa bed. The bathroom has a shower.
- Senior Suite
- Indoor pool
Radisson Blu Resort and Spa Split
Split accommodation with larger family suites and optional family packages.
- Rooms
- The category accommodates four adults and one child aged zero to twelve. It lists a king bed, single bed, adjoining-room facilities and cot availability.
- Premium Suite with Terrace
- Family Experience package
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