Villa Riva
501 Jelsa, 21465 Jelsa, Croatia – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 10.0/10! (score from 117 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
What a very pleasant experience. Excellent location with a great deal of local facilities.

Villa Riva is set on the seafront in Jelsa, 700 metres from Fontana Beach and less than 1 km from Mina Beach. Featuring a terrace, the 4-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. There is free private parking and the property offers paid airport shuttle service. At the guest house, all rooms include a desk. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while some rooms also feature a balcony and some have sea views. At Villa Riva every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Bočić Beach is 1.2 km from the accommodation, while St. Stephen's Cathedral in Hvar is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Split Airport, 77 km from Villa Riva.
This is our guests' favourite part of Jelsa, according to independent reviews.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
Villa Riva has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 2 Jun 2017.Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
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See what guests loved the most:
- John
United Kingdom
“What a very pleasant experience. Excellent location with a great deal of local facilities.” - Jelmar
Netherlands
“- Spotless clean - Spacious, very smart design - View to the harbor - Very comfy bed - Host is very welcoming and thoughtful(!!) - Despite facing a central square it’s quiet inside the apartment” - Lazar
Montenegro
“Great place, great host. Everything is close by. The terrace is amazing.” - Ada
Romania
“-stunning view right in the port -very clean and spatious apartment -the host was incredibly kind and helpful, probably the best host we met so far in Croatia -it had a parking spot close to the apartment We will be back for sure!!!” - Mark
United Kingdom
“The host was easily contacted, very friendly and spoke perfect English. The apartment is clean, bright, and you have everything you need. The apartment has a balcony that looks over the Jelsa waterfront. Jelsa is just stunning. If you need...” - Nicolas
Germany
“Amazing location right next to the harbour, cozy & spacious apartment with nice views and everything you need, and super friendly & forthcoming host. Highly recommended!” - Zeljka
Croatia
“Everything. Marija hospitality, beauty of the room, cleanliness, feeling,really had Great time and rest! Enjoyed every second.” - Laragh
Ireland
“Very comfortable and clean apartment. It was lovely to relax on the balcony. Marija was very kind and helpful.” - Eva
Czech Republic
“charming location and view. Extremely helpful and kind owners.” - Sándor
Hungary
“Beautiful location, excellent renovation of the house, which maintains its historical charm, overlooking the harbor.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Thank you very much for the quick reply. My only other question is what is your policy on Covid travel restrictions? At the moment, we should be allow..
Hi! We are awear situation, and hope we will have a normal summer. The cancelation policy is that you can cancel reservation 14 days before arrival fr..Answered on 4 March 2021Can we stay from 10-15.8? I was 2yrs ago in Jelsa loved it. would be so happy if possible!
Hi, Yes, we do have available one studio suite. We would be more than happy to welcome you. Kind regards, MarijaAnswered on 13 May 2022When is the best time to visit your property for the perfect beach holiday?
The best time to come to beach holiday is the period end of May until beginning of OctobeAnswered on 15 June 2022Hi we are looking for a room or two rooms for a couple and our 16 year old son. We are flexible on dates but around the 21st August for 2 or 3 nights..
Dear Louise, thank you very much for your kind inquiry. Regrettably the unites which is available is room, and there is no sofa bed. The room is too s..Answered on 15 June 2022Hi is it possible to get an earlier check in. Around 13.00??
Hi! Yes, it is possible to get earlier check in. Would you be please so kind and inform me what day is your arrival. Kind regards, MarijaAnswered on 30 April 2021Hi there - we would love to come and stay in yr gorgeous villa! My question is, our flight lands at 9.30 ish and the ferry I can see leaves at 4pm fro..
Dear Sir/Madam, From Split you have several ferry lines to Stari Grad which is only 10 min.far away from Jelsa by car. The lines depends of period in ..Answered on 3 March 2021- Still looking?
Property surroundings *
Facilities of Villa RivaGreat facilities! Review score, 9.7
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- View
- Beachfront
- Terrace
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Beach
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Invoice provided
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- German
- English
- Croatian
- Italian
Sustainable initiatives
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 3 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
FAQs about Villa Riva
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Room options at Villa Riva include:
- Studio
- Double
- Apartment
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The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Villa Riva. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Villa Riva is 100 yards from the centre of Jelsa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Villa Riva offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Beachfront
- Beach
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The prices at Villa Riva may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Villa Riva is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.