"A five-star landmark hotel where past guests have included Queen Elizabeth II and Elizabeth Taylor; by booking one of the 158 rooms and suites you can “wake up and look out the window or over the balcony [and] admire the beauty of the Old City and the Adriatic Sea,” says Joško Leoni. The property is a short walk from the City Walls and offers gardens, a beach, a spa, an indoor swimming pool, and three restaurants—so allow time to explore the grounds in addition to visiting the nearby Old Town." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines