Olivia Luxury Rooms

First Impressions

Walking up to Olivia Luxury Rooms, you immediately get that feeling of stumbling onto something a little hidden — in the best way. It’s tucked into a building right on the Riva, Split’s famous waterfront promenade, and honestly, the address alone tells you something. Fourth floor, apartment number two — it’s got that boutique, almost residential charm that bigger hotels just can’t fake. You ring the bell, step inside, and the city noise sort of melts away behind you.

Location & Neighborhood

I mean, it doesn’t get more central than this. The Riva stretches right outside, lined with café terraces and locals doing their evening stroll — that classic Dalmatian ritual. Diocletian’s Palace is literally a two-minute walk, and you’ll find yourself wandering its ancient alleyways before breakfast without even planning to. Couples especially seem to fall for this spot, and it’s easy to see why — the location rating sits at 9.6, which, well, speaks for itself. The fish market, the old town bars, the ferry terminal — everything is within reach on foot.

The Rooms

This is a four-star property, and the rooms feel considered rather than just decorated. There’s a clean, modern aesthetic going on — think white walls, good lighting, proper beds that you actually want to sleep in. The kind of place where someone clearly thought about what a traveler actually needs rather than just filling space with furniture. It’s not a sprawling resort setup, but that’s sort of the point — it’s intimate, and the attention to detail shows.

The Stay Experience

Because it operates more like a high-end apartment rental than a traditional hotel, the vibe is noticeably relaxed. You’re not navigating a lobby or queuing at a front desk — it’s personal, and the hosts tend to know their guests by name pretty quickly. That said, you still get the reliability and comfort you’d expect from a well-rated property — an 8.6 overall score doesn’t happen by accident. Guests consistently mention how smooth everything feels, from check-in to the little local tips you pick up along the way.

Why Guests Love It

Honestly, the combination of location and atmosphere is what keeps people coming back — or at least wishing they could. You’re sleeping in the heart of Split, steps from the sea, in a place that feels genuinely cared for. It’s particularly well-suited for couples, and you can understand why — there’s something quietly romantic about having the Riva right outside your window in the evening, the lights reflecting off the Adriatic, the sound of the city winding down. Olivia Upscale Rooms isn’t trying to be everything to everyone, and that restraint is actually what makes it work so well for the people it’s right for.

Split’s apartments welcome long stays with rooftop gardens, concierge boat trips, and quick ferries to Hvar.