In Zadar County, sandwiched between Vrana Lake and the Adriatic Sea, Pakostane is the perfect place to get away from it all. Lying near nature parks, bird reserves and the westernmost monument left by the Ottoman Empire, Pakostane lies alongside several km of coastline, straddled by pebbled beaches and pine forests, while beyond, peppering the deep-blue Adriatic Sea, stand various islands reachable by boat, all of which are exceptionally beautiful. A picturesque base from which to explore the wider area, like the ancient sites of Zadar's Old Town, or scuba diving amongst shipwrecks lost beneath the waves, there is something for everyone in Pakostane. Our collection of the best places to stay in Pakostane includes a 17th century palace that was once the holiday home of the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire!

What not to miss

• Drive out to Zadar's Old Town and admire the Roman forum's beautiful frescoes, collonades and temples.
• Sunbathe on one of Pakostane's many pebbled beaches.
• Walk through Vrana Lake's nature park and visit the remains of a Templar town.
• Check out the nearby monument of the Ottoman Empire - Maskovic Han - the westernmost one of its kind, which doubles up as an excellent hotel.
• Go scuba diving amongst shipwrecks with Scuba Adventures.
• Head out to the islet of St. Justin and find solace in the beautiful church.

There's something for everyone in Pakostane, historic sites, great beaches, scubadiving and nature reserves. Browse through our list of the best places to stay in Pakostane to start planning your trip.

The best places to stay in Pakostane

Historic

• Maskovic Han: set in the 17th century summer residence of the Ottoman Sultan, offering elegant rooms that seamlessly blend contemporary comforts with the grandeur of the Ottoman Empire. Enjoy dining at the excellent restaurant, wandering the sprawling grounds, pampering yourself at the spa or admiring the on-site museum. Quirky, beautiful and unbelievably cool.

For an apartment or villa

• Our partner Booking.com has a wide range of villas and apartments in the nearby area.

Travel information

• Fly to Zadar International Airport (there are seasonal flights from major European hubs like London Stanstead and Brussels) and get a taxi to Pakostane which takes 45 minutes.
• If you want to rent a car we recommend contacting our partner Rentalcars.
• The best time to go is during the summer when the temperature ranges between 14 and 30 degrees.

Still not sure?

• Browse our list of the best places to stay in Zadar
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