Cheap Beach Holidays to Croatia

Blue Flag awarded beaches give the most consistent water quality and facilities, and these are the ones we keep returning to for good-value stays.

• Zlatni Rat, Bol: Zlatni Rat on Brac is a shingle spit that shifts shape with wind and current, and it sits within walking distance of the town centre in Bol. Its shallow approach and well-run facilities make it reliable for a relaxed day, though it can feel busy by midday in July and August. We find it works best when you arrive early, and the Croatia Beach Holidays option suits travellers who want that simple beach routine.
• Sunj, Lopud: Sunj on Lopud is a long sandy beach reached by a short ferry from Dubrovnik, and it is one of the few sandy beaches in the area with calm, shallow water. There are no cars on the island, which keeps the beach quiet and the pace slow, the same kind of relaxed brief our Croatia holidays deals are built around. The trade-off is limited nightlife and a small choice of restaurants, so it suits travellers who want rest rather than a busy evening scene.
• Banje Beach, Dubrovnik: Banje Beach lies just below the Old Town Walls and gives you swimming within a few minutes' walk of the historic centre. The water is clear and the beach has bars and sunbeds, though it fills quickly in peak months. It is ideal for a city-and-sea combination, the same brief our Cheap Croatia Holidays deals are built around, and we suggest booking accommodation in the old town if you want to avoid long taxi rides from outer districts.
• Kaštela Riviera: The Kaštela Riviera stretches for several kilometres between Split and Trogir, with a string of pebble and concrete-edged beaches that are easy to reach by local bus. It offers a lower-cost base than Split itself while keeping city access close by. The beaches are less scenic than the islands, so we recommend it for travellers who value convenience and price.
• Kaštel Gomilica: Gomilica is a small resort area on the coast of Kaštel, with compact pebble beaches, restaurants along the promenade and good sea access. Its quieter streets and modest hotels keep prices competitive for a week's stay. Expect fewer sandy stretches than on the islands, but the calm water and easy transfers from the regional airport make it a practical budget choice.