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Luxury Villa Rentals in Makarska
Villas with private pools between the limestone wall of Biokovo and a long pebble shore, at the heart of the Makarska Riviera
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A harbour town with a mountain at its back
Few Adriatic towns have a backdrop quite like Makarska's. The town curls around a deep, sheltered bay, and behind it the bare grey ridge of Mount Biokovo climbs to 1,762 metres in a matter of a few kilometres. The mountain keeps the harsher inland weather away, so the coast below gets a long, warm season, pine woods that run down to the water and some of the best pebble beaches in Dalmatia.
Our Makarska collection runs to 50+ villas. Most have private pools, and there are hillside houses looking out to Brač and Hvar, villas in the lanes above the old town and larger family houses with up to 9 bedrooms. Several face the sea, and others look up at the mountain.
What follows covers the town, the Riviera on either side of it, the mountain and the best months to come.
Makarska at a glance
- Villas
- 50+ in and around Makarska, sleeping up to 18 guests
- Guide prices
- Typically £1,700 to £2,800 a week, from around £1,300
- Best areas
- Makarska town, the hills above it, and the Riviera from Brela and Baška Voda to Tučepi
- Highlights
- The Biokovo Skywalk, the St Peter peninsula and the ferry across to Brač
- Getting there
- Split airport, around an hour and a half by road
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
My Home Adriona Croatia4 bedrooms
Villa Mojca | 5-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Grad Makarska5 bedrooms
Dvori Makarska I Croatia5 bedrooms
Villa Auriel | 4-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Grad Makarska4 bedroomsWhere to stay in Makarska
Makarska town for the harbour, the restaurants and the long town beach, the hills above it for sea views and quiet, Baška Voda and Brela to the north for pine-backed coves, and Omiš and Split within an easy drive.
A square, a riva and a shell museum
The heart of Makarska is Kačićev trg, the main square, where a statue of the eighteenth century poet Andrija Kačić Miošić stands in front of the parish church of St Mark. The riva runs along the harbour, lined with cafés and fishing boats, and in the evenings the whole town walks along it.
The Franciscan monastery houses a malacological museum, a large and rather beguiling collection of seashells. For a quieter hour, walk out to the St Peter peninsula and its lighthouse, or take the paths through the pines of Osejava forest park at the far end of the bay.
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Pebble coves and a ferry to Brač
The Makarska Riviera runs for around 60 kilometres, from Brela in the north to Gradac in the south, with the town at its centre. Brela is best known for Punta Rata, a pebble beach backed by pines, and Baška Voda is a relaxed harbour village close by. To the south, Tučepi and Podgora have long beaches and promenades of their own.
Brač lies just across the channel, and a car ferry runs from Makarska harbour to Sumartin. Further south, a ferry from Drvenik crosses to Sućuraj on the eastern tip of Hvar, so a day on the islands needs very little planning.
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Croatia's highest road, and a floor made of glass
Most of the mountain is protected as Biokovo Nature Park. The Biokovo road, the highest paved road in Croatia, starts a few kilometres from town and winds up a single lane, with passing places, to the summit of Sveti Jure, where a small chapel looks out over the islands. Drive it early, before the coaches.
About halfway up, at 1,228 metres, the Biokovo Skywalk is a horseshoe of glass that sticks out over the cliff. It opened in 2020. Walkers can climb from Makarska to the peak of Vošac on a well-marked path. To the north, the Cetina river meets the sea at Omiš, with rafting and canoeing in its gorge.
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Peka, brudet and a long, warm autumn
The local food is Dalmatian and unfussy: grilled fish, brudet (a slow fish stew), and peka, meat or octopus cooked under an iron bell buried in embers. Many konobas want a few hours' notice for peka, so it is worth ordering ahead. In late autumn the mandarin harvest comes in from the Neretva valley to the south.
July and August are hot and busy. June and September have warm water and much quieter beaches, and May and October suit walking on Biokovo. Our concierge can book boats to the islands, konoba tables, guides for the mountain and transfers from Split.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Makarska
Villa Ares Croatia4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,931 a week
Villa Alojz | 3-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Grad Makarska3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £2,847 a week
Villa Edvige | 5-Bedroom Villa in Makarska Grad Makarska5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £2,796 a week
Villa Elizabetha Croatia4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,772 a week
Villa Damon Croatia4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,772 a week
Casa Inaronia Croatia4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,709 a week
Villa Vladimira | 6-Bedroom Villa in Stanici Grad Makarska6 bedrooms · sleeps 18From £2,712 a week
Villa Timarska Croatia4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £2,566 a weekWhy book your Makarska villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Makarska's villas range from houses in the lanes behind the harbour to hillside homes reached by steep roads, and we know which are within walking distance of the beach and which have the views that make the climb worthwhile. With 50+ properties in Makarska, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Boat days to Brač and Hvar, guided trips up Mount Biokovo, rafting on the Cetina, konoba reservations, car hire and transfers from Split airport. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Makarska?
Makarska town is best if you want to walk to the harbour, restaurants and the town beach. The hillsides above town are quieter and have wider sea views, and Brela and Baška Voda to the north suit those who want pine-backed coves and a slower pace.
When is the best time to visit Makarska?
June and September are the best months, with warm sea and fewer people. July and August are the hottest and busiest. May and October are good for walking on Mount Biokovo and for exploring the coast in mild weather.
How do you get up Mount Biokovo?
The Biokovo road starts a few kilometres from Makarska at the entrance to the nature park and climbs to the summit of Sveti Jure, passing the Biokovo Skywalk on the way. It is a narrow single-lane road with passing places. Many visitors prefer a guided trip, and keen walkers can hike up from town.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Makarska?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Makarska cost?
Across our 50+ villas in Makarska, weekly rates typically range from £1,700 to £2,800, with the most affordable from around £1,300 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Makarska?
Split airport is the closest, around an hour and a half away by road along the coast. Dubrovnik airport is an alternative, but it is a considerably longer drive. Our concierge can arrange private transfers from either.
Are there villas in Makarska for large groups?
Yes. Our Makarska collection includes properties with up to 9 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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