We are a family of 5 adults two children of 13 and 12 and one baby toddler 15 months who like to spend our summer holiday together but in separate apartments. Room to chill but with things for the big kids to safely do on thier own.
Well ! First off , the apartments are tastefully decorated and the photographs give a true representation, as with the majority of Croatian apartments they are compact but work well. The terrace outside is large and is a brilliant extension to the apartments, the sea murmurs below you and you can sit for hours just watching the numerous boats and passing craft as you chill over a drink be it day or night. The area also provided sufficient space for our grandson to happily amuse himself.
The big children [and adults] had a ball playing on the beach, wading into the sea at the foot of the stairs or jumping off the nearby jetties into the sea to cool down. Kayaks were available locally and jet skis could be hired on the nearby island of Lopud or mainland Gruz. The kids could walk freely about and chill on their own at the hotel or local cafes.
The peace and tranquillity were great but if you wished a change you could jump on a ferry and visit the nearby islands of Lopud and Sipan, both individually beautiful and providing a different venue for lunch or coffee, my wife telling me that Sipan reminds her of the Mama Mia location [not that I would know]. A visit to Dubrovnik is also a must , more than one if you really want to understand it and appreciate it’s ancient charm, as others have said go early morning as it gets both busy and warm and at Gruz take a taxi [not expensive] as the busses are crowded.
Back on the island in the evening the hotel and two other restaurants and one bar provide adequate choice for an evening meal, occasional entertainment and wonderful sunset views or the shop can provide the basics for a nice supper. After a few days the staff and locals will be greeting you warmly as they get to know you.
Finally, but most importantly , the gracious family will welcome you with open arms. Their kindness and concern for your wellbeing is heart warming - from making cakes, inviting you to coffee, family dinners with mums home cooking and the sampling with dad some of their locally produced alcoholic tipples!
Thanks to all the family and one day soon we hope to meet again.
D and M