Hotel Aquarius

We walked 25 minutes in the heat of the day with heavy bags from the ferry to this hotel. It's fairly close to the ferries compared to the old town. It is also close to Lapad Beach, which I would avoid had I known what it was really like. Not very good restaurants around but the bus was very close to get into the old town, but it might take a few busses as they get full VERY fast - we felt like sardines on every ride into town. The hotel itself gives a good first impression: you walk into the property with a beautiful and inviting pool, tables with umbrellas and a nice facade. It is very pretty from the outside! Inside could use a small renovation - the rooms are very 1970-1980's feeling with forest green carpets. The breakfast was nice and the staff is VERY friendly and helpful - this was so nice! The staff always kept an eye on us, helped us with anything we needed, were kind and they always try to look out for you. I really appreciated this service which seemed to be very rare on our trip throughout Croatia. I would recommend this hotel alone for the people that work there! However, fairly out of the way of the old town, good restaurants and sites. Local beach is ok but not great - very crowded, lots of kids running around, beach seems a bit dirty, water is ok. We sat at the pool often and loved it! :)