
Axel’s take
A good beach-and-spa base, let down by uneven service and upkeep.
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Axel’s rating: 7.9/10 · A modern 4-star beach-and-spa hotel outside Split’s old town
Amphora is a modern 4-star overlooking Žnjan beach, better suited to seaside downtime than doorstep sightseeing. We'd pick it for the indoor and outdoor pools, generous breakfast and sea-view balconies. Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the spa and comfortable rooms, while Booking.com’s overall rating remains very good. The beachfront redevelopment opened in June 2025, so older accounts of an inaccessible beach no longer tell the whole story.
The weak spot is consistency: recent guests describe patchy housekeeping, maintenance lapses and reception service ranging from helpful to brusque. Dinner gets less dependable praise than breakfast. An April 2026 Tripadvisor guest also reported construction south of the hotel; confirm its status before booking. Budget for transport into the old town, paid garage parking and beach loungers. We'd skip it for a short, sightseeing-heavy stay or if polished service matters most.
- Rooms
- Generally comfortable and modern; confirm the exact sea-view category, with some guests reporting disappointing views.
- Cleanliness
- Mostly positive feedback, but recent reports flag inconsistent housekeeping and pool-area upkeep.
- Service
- Many helpful interactions, offset by recurring complaints about brusque or inattentive staff.
- Amenities
- Indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, spa, gym and rooftop bar; breakfast is a stronger draw than dinner.
- Fees and surprises
- Garage parking and beach loungers cost extra; check south-side construction status before booking.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Agoda · hina.hr. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
The location
Setaliste Pape Ivana Pavla II 51, Split
Across the road from Žnjan beach; convenient for the promenade, not doorstep old-town sightseeing.
Amenities and check-in
Indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, spa, gym and rooftop bar; breakfast is a stronger draw than dinner.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Hot tub
- Breakfast (free)
- Restaurant
- Bar
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Amphora Hotel: $282 for Feb 19–22, 2027, 2 adults ($94 a night)
$282 total for Feb 19–22, 2027, 2 adults at Amphora Hotel on Axel ($94 a night, 3 nights), checked Nov 8, 2026.
Amphora Hotel is a modern 4-star beach-and-spa hotel outside Split’s old town in Split, Croatia.
Address: Setaliste Pape Ivana Pavla II 51, Split. Property ID: 1335150. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/split/amphora-hotel-1335150
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/split/amphora-hotel-1335150/2027-02-19/2027-02-22/2-adults
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights | $252 | $318 on Expedia | $66 less (21%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
| Dec 22 to Dec 24, 2026 · 2 nights | $207 | $296 on Booking.com | $89 less (30%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $210 | $279 on Booking.com | $69 less (25%) | Nov 5 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
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Total price: $282 USD
2027-02-19 to 2027-02-22 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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#3 of 4 hotels in Trstenik & Žnjan by Axel's take. Trstenik & Žnjan is #4 of 5 places to stay in Split. The best hotels in Trstenik & Žnjan, ranked · Where to stay in Split
Axel's take: 7.9/10
A good beach-and-spa base, let down by uneven service and upkeep. A modern 4-star beach-and-spa hotel outside Split’s old town, scored for what it is.
Amphora is a modern 4-star overlooking Žnjan beach, better suited to seaside downtime than doorstep sightseeing. We'd pick it for the indoor and outdoor pools, generous breakfast and sea-view balconies. Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the spa and comfortable rooms, while Booking.com’s overall rating remains very good. The beachfront redevelopment opened in June 2025, so older accounts of an inaccessible beach no longer tell the whole story.
The weak spot is consistency: recent guests describe patchy housekeeping, maintenance lapses and reception service ranging from helpful to brusque. Dinner gets less dependable praise than breakfast. An April 2026 Tripadvisor guest also reported construction south of the hotel; confirm its status before booking. Budget for transport into the old town, paid garage parking and beach loungers. We'd skip it for a short, sightseeing-heavy stay or if polished service matters most.
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Best for: Couples prioritizing beach and spa time; Families wanting pools and beach access; Travelers happy to ride into the old town
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Watch out for: Uneven service, housekeeping and maintenance; Old town requires transport or a long walk; South-side construction reported in April 2026
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Location: Across the road from Žnjan beach; convenient for the promenade, not doorstep old-town sightseeing.
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Rooms: Generally comfortable and modern; confirm the exact sea-view category, with some guests reporting disappointing views.
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Cleanliness: Mostly positive feedback, but recent reports flag inconsistent housekeeping and pool-area upkeep.
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Service: Many helpful interactions, offset by recurring complaints about brusque or inattentive staff.
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Amenities: Indoor and seasonal outdoor pools, spa, gym and rooftop bar; breakfast is a stronger draw than dinner.
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Fees and surprises: Garage parking and beach loungers cost extra; check south-side construction status before booking.
Axel's opinion of Amphora Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Agoda · hina.hr. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.
About Amphora Hotel
- Property type: Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- Setaliste Pape Ivana Pavla II 51, Split
- Amenities: Indoor pool, Outdoor pool, Hot tub, Breakfast (free), Restaurant, Bar, Fitness center, Sauna, Spa, Parking (free), Airport shuttle (extra charge), Pet-friendly, Full-service laundry, Wi-Fi (free), Business center
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Split
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: With view
- Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Standard Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Standard Twin room with sea view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Standard Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Standard Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Standard Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Superior Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Superior Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Superior Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Superior Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Superior Double room with sea view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: With view
- Superior Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Superior Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Superior Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Superior Twin room (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Superior Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Superior Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Superior Twin room (twin beds) — room photo 3
Superior Twin room with sea view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Superior Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Superior Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Superior Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Deluxe Double room with sea view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: With view
- Deluxe Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Deluxe Twin room with sea view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Deluxe Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Deluxe Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Deluxe Twin room with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Amphora Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Amphora Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Amphora Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Amphora Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Executive Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Executive Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Executive Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Executive Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Premium Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Premium Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Premium Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Premium Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
Premium Amphora Double Suite (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Premium Amphora Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Premium Amphora Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Premium Amphora Double Suite (full double bed) — room photo 3
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