Last Minute Holidays to Croatia in May

Mainland and island resorts that tend to have the best last minute availability in May.

• Dubrovnik: Last Minute Resorts in May: Corfu offers some of the Ionian's most inviting spring conditions, with warm sunshine, quiet beaches and the island's green hillsides in full bloom. Travellers who book at short notice in May can often find well-priced stays along the northern and western coasts, where Sidari and Barbati provide easy access to sandy coves, relaxed tavernas and sunset views across the sea. It is exactly the brief our Dubrovnik holidays deals are built around.
• Makarska Riviera: The Makarska Riviera offers a string of pebble beaches and small resort towns along the Dalmatian mainland, which makes it a good match for a relaxed May stay. Resort hotels here tend to offer half board options that suit travellers who prefer not to plan every meal. Beaches are quieter in May than in August, and the sea is ready for swimming for those who enjoy it early in the season. The main drawback is that public transport is less frequent than in the larger cities, so a hire car or pre-booked transfer is worth considering. It is exactly the brief our Croatia holidays deals are built around.
• Brac island (Bol): Bol on Brac is a resort town that suits families and couples wanting a beach-focused holiday with gentle access to the sea. The island's famous pebble beach at Zlatni Rat is reached by ferry from the mainland port city, and the beach shape shifts with wind and currents across the day. In May the promenade is open and the hotels are easy to reach, although some seasonal businesses are still ramping up. We would choose Bol for a slower pace than the larger island towns. It is exactly the brief our Croatia Beach Holidays deals are built around.
• Hvar Town: Hvar Town is one of the most sought-after harbour towns in the central Adriatic, with a waterfront of bars and restaurants and a fortress overlooking the bay. The island is among the sunniest places in Croatia, which makes May a strong month for a warm stay with fewer crowds than July. The regular ferry crossing from the mainland can sell out, so we advise booking your passage early. Accommodation fills quickly for the best-located rooms. It is exactly the brief our Hvar holidays deals are built around.
• Istria (Porec): Porec on the Istrian coast is a resort town with a historic centre and a wide range of hotels and apartments along the shoreline. The region sits in western Croatia and has a milder feel than the southern islands, which some travellers prefer for a May break. Local restaurants serve Istrian produce, including truffle dishes, and the drive from the coast to inland villages takes under an hour. Hotel choice here is broad, so last minute prices are often competitive.