Hotels

Built by ancient Romans and fortified by Venetians, the city walls encircling the historic center of Zagar date back to the days of Julius Caesar. Art Hotel Kalelarga sits amid the antiquity of Croatia’s oldest city. Located on a pedestrian promenade within easy walking distance of Roman ruins, beautiful churches, and countless sidewalk cafés, this elegant boutique hotel has just ten suites. Don’t expect sweeping views of the surrounding monuments — the historic building complies with the old city’s strict codes — but guest rooms are peaceful and stylish, with exposed stone walls, minimalist decor, and mosaic-lined bathrooms with walk-in showers or bathtubs. The continental breakfast features traditional pastries, baked in-house, and there’s outdoor seating for dinner or a glass of wine in the hotel’s petite courtyard or out on the sidewalk terrace.