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 Boutique Hostel Forum

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Široka ulica 20, 23000 Zadar, Croatia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.9/10! (score from 1941 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.9
Excellent
1,941 reviews

very central, with a view over sea and the old city highly recommended

Charbel Lebanon

location was great right in the old town near everything you’d need!

Daniel Canada

Mario who is in the night shift it super helpful and know history of about every country in the world he was always there to help and he even talk with me in Spanish which is my mother tongue! I totally felt like home and made amazing friends during my stay

Torres Mexico

The location was central, the view out of my window was amazing and the room was of perfect size and nicely arranged for maximum privacy. The staff was exceptional and helpful may be one of the highlights of the trip. They went out of their way to help me and guide me around the area.

Pranav Germany

A great spacious room in a very clean hostel in the heart of Zadar. I really enjoyed my stay here and really appreciate the warm welcome from all the staff. I felt a sense of pride from them and was suggested some beautiful places nearby to visit as well as Crotia in general. Thank you for the hospitality!

Harjeev United Kingdom

The best hotel I've ever stayed. One day, even if I'll be rich and would come to Croatia again, for sure I'll come for this hostel.. and will buy it.. whole

Soluianov Russia

Forum is in the heart of Old Town Zadar. It’s center of the Center. All the « attractions «  are within walking distance…great for short stays. I loved the hostel’s terrace the most. It’s directly connected to the kitchenette & a bit sheltered from inclement weather. Staff members, Bianca & Valentina, were helpful and kind.

K United States of America

Very nice location, directly in front of the church. Breakfast is also fantastic

Weibo Germany

A big shout-out for the staff and the whole hostel team, especially for Dora! She was very helpful when it comes to recommendations and less-known places worth visiting in Zadar. She is a great communicator, a person which is able to be formal and serious as well as funny and spontanious in the same time. World-class receptionist!

Josip Poland

Easy to check in and out. Reception was friendly and usually helpful. Location was amazing. Wifi strong. Bunks were very private. Mattress, linens, and pillow all good quality and comfortable.

Gillian Canada
8.9
Excellent
1,941 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “very central, with a view over sea and the old city highly recommended”
    Charbel Charbel Lebanon Lebanon
  • “location was great right in the old town near everything you’d need!”
    Daniel Daniel Canada Canada
  • “Mario who is in the night shift it super helpful and know history of about every country in the world he was always there to help and he even talk with me in Spanish which is my mother tongue!”
    Torres Torres Mexico Mexico
  • “The location was central, the view out of my window was amazing and the room was of perfect size and nicely arranged for maximum privacy.”
    Pranav Pranav Germany Germany
  • “A great spacious room in a very clean hostel in the heart of Zadar. I really enjoyed my stay here and really appreciate the warm welcome from all the staff.”
    Harjeev Harjeev United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The best hotel I've ever stayed. One day, even if I'll be rich and would come to Croatia again, for sure I'll come for this hostel.. and will buy it.. whole”
    Soluianov Soluianov Russia Russia
  • “Forum is in the heart of Old Town Zadar. It’s center of the Center. All the « attractions «  are within walking distance…great for short stays. I loved the hostel’s terrace the most.”
    K K United States of America United States of America
  • “Very nice location, directly in front of the church. Breakfast is also fantastic”
    Weibo Weibo Germany Germany
  • “A big shout-out for the staff and the whole hostel team, especially for Dora! She was very helpful when it comes to recommendations and less-known places worth visiting in Zadar.”
    Josip Josip Poland Poland
  • “Easy to check in and out. Reception was friendly and usually helpful. Location was amazing. Wifi strong. Bunks were very private. Mattress, linens, and pillow all good quality and comfortable.”
    Gillian Gillian Canada Canada

Categories:

  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location 9.9
  • Free WiFi9.2
High score for Zadar

Stay in the heart of Zadar – Excellent location – show map

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This property is a 17-minute walk from the beach. Offering free WiFi and air-conditioned accommodations units, the newly built Boutique Hostel Forum is located in the very heart of ancient Zadar, next to the Romanesque St. Anastasia's Cathedral, pre-Romanesque St. Donatus’ Church and the Roman Forum.

Set on the main promenade called Kalelarga, all accommodations units feature modern design and a bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. In addition to this, standard twin room and superior double room provide a flat-screen satellite TV and complimentary breakfast.

Cafés, restaurants, grocery and souvenir shops can be found at virtually every corner in the Old Town. The unique Sea Organ and Greeting to the Sun are at a distance of 1,300 feet.

A bus stop is 500 feet away. Zadar Ferry Port, with links to the islands of Dugi Otok, Pašman and Ugljan as well as to the Italian city of Ancona, is within 1,000 feet. The main bus station is at a distance of 0.9 mi, while Zadar International Airport is 9.3 mi from the Forum Boutique Hostel.

This is our guests' favorite part of Zadar, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Boutique Hostel Forum has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 27, 2012

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Pet friendly
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk

Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Zadar, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

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Closest beaches

  • Maestrala Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    2,150 feet from property

  • Kolovare Beach

    7.8 Good beach
    4,300 feet from property

  • Uskok Beach

    8.3 Very good beach
    5,100 feet from property

  • Karma Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    1.1 miles from property

  • Puntamika Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    1.3 miles from property

  • Borik Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    1.4 miles from property

  • Podbrig Beach

    8.2 Very good beach
    1.6 miles from property

  • Diklovac Beach

    8.2 Very good beach
    1.8 miles from property

  • Bajlo Beach

    8.2 Very good beach
    1.8 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.9
Excellent · 1,941 reviews
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  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort8.9
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location 9.9
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  • Free WiFi9.2
High score for Zadar

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  • Charbel
    LebanonLebanon
    “very central, with a view over sea and the old city highly recommended”
  • Daniel
    CanadaCanada
    “location was great right in the old town near everything you’d need!”
  • Torres
    MexicoMexico
    “Mario who is in the night shift it super helpful and know history of about every country in the world he was always there to help and he even talk with me in Spanish which is my mother tongue! I totally felt like home and made amazing friends during...”
  • Pranav
    GermanyGermany
    “The location was central, the view out of my window was amazing and the room was of perfect size and nicely arranged for maximum privacy. The staff was exceptional and helpful may be one of the highlights of the trip. They went out of their way to...”
  • Harjeev
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “A great spacious room in a very clean hostel in the heart of Zadar. I really enjoyed my stay here and really appreciate the warm welcome from all the staff. I felt a sense of pride from them and was suggested some beautiful places nearby to visit as...”
  • Soluianov
    RussiaRussia
    “The best hotel I've ever stayed. One day, even if I'll be rich and would come to Croatia again, for sure I'll come for this hostel.. and will buy it.. whole”
  • K
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Forum is in the heart of Old Town Zadar. It’s center of the Center. All the « attractions «  are within walking distance…great for short stays. I loved the hostel’s terrace the most. It’s directly connected to the kitchenette & a bit sheltered from...”
  • Weibo
    GermanyGermany
    “Very nice location, directly in front of the church. Breakfast is also fantastic”
  • Josip
    PolandPoland
    “A big shout-out for the staff and the whole hostel team, especially for Dora! She was very helpful when it comes to recommendations and less-known places worth visiting in Zadar. She is a great communicator, a person which is able to be formal and...”
  • Gillian
    CanadaCanada
    “Easy to check in and out. Reception was friendly and usually helpful. Location was amazing. Wifi strong. Bunks were very private. Mattress, linens, and pillow all good quality and comfortable.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hello, how do I get from the airport to the hostel?
    Dear, we can offer a taxi pick up or you can take a local bus from the airport to the Old town. The price for a taxi is 27 €. If you would like to book a taxi, please send us flight number. Or you can take local bus from airport, it's 25 HRK.
    Answered on June 29, 2021
  • Hi, what time is last check in? My flight lands in zadar at 2315
    Dear, late check is not a problem because our hostel is open all day and all night. Kind regards
    Answered on March 25, 2022
  • Does superior room have a private bathroom?
    Dear, all rooms in our hostel have private bathroom. Kind regards
    Answered on April 15, 2022

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Area Info *
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Excellent location – show map
Located in the historic old town

The streets in Zadar’s old town are paved with marble and lined with the remains of its Roman and Venetian history. Check out the Sea Organ – steps on the waterfront that make "music" when the water passes through pipes underneath.

What's nearby
  • Archaeological Museum Zadar
    0 miles
  • St Donatus' Church
    0 miles
  • Roman Forum
    0 miles
  • Cathedral of St. Anastasia
    0 miles
  • Zadar National Museum
    0.1 miles
  • St Chrysogonus' Church
    0.1 miles
  • City Market Zadar
    0.1 miles
  • Church of Our Lady of Health
    0.2 miles
  • Zadar People's Square
    0.2 miles
  • Cedulin Palace
    0.2 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Caffe bar FORUM
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Caffe bar CALLEGRO
    0 miles
  • Restaurant 2 Ribara
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Duke's Palace
    0.2 miles
  • The Museum of Ancient Glass
    0.2 miles
  • Museum of Illusions Zadar
    0.2 miles
  • The Sea Organ
    0.3 miles
  • Greeting to the Sun
    0.3 miles
  • The Captain's Tower
    0.3 miles
  • Five Wells Square
    0.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Paklenica
    24.9 miles
  • Ocean/Sea
    0.1 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Maestrala Beach
    2,150 feet
  • Kolovare Beach
    4,300 feet
  • Uskok Beach
    5,100 feet
  • Karma Beach
    1.1 miles
  • Puntamika Beach
    1.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Zadar Airport
    6.5 miles
  • Losinj Airport
    51.7 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Boutique Hostel Forum

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Pet friendly
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Pool table Additional charge
  • Game room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transportation
  • Airport drop-off Additional charge
  • Airport pickup Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Croatian
  • Italian
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Sustainability initiatives
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Check-in

2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out

7:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club Boutique Hostel Forum accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

This property is located in a pedestrian-only zone.

FAQs about Boutique Hostel Forum

  • Check-in at Boutique Hostel Forum is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Boutique Hostel Forum is 1,000 feet from the center of Zadar.

  • The nearest beach is 0.9 miles from Boutique Hostel Forum.

  • Boutique Hostel Forum offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Game room

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Boutique Hostel Forum by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 15min

  • The prices at Boutique Hostel Forum may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Boutique Hostel Forum can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet