Maestral Adults Exclusive Hotel

Everything was super dlean, rooms are magnificient, staff is super friendly, especially Velida.

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We have been guests since 2002, so before the hotel was renovated and as amazing as it was back then, now it is even more beautiful since the renovation. Very modern and clean, staff was also amazing especially ms. Ana at the reception. Very good breakfast and dinner and also very close to the beach!

Maestral was renovated some years ago and still remains tidy and neat. The architecture is spectacular in the lobby and on the ground floor where one can find the dining and breakfast area. The bar has been moved outside by the pool which is a better choice than in the past. There is "Yugoslav" charm, stone and wood being the natural elements inside what is a clever concrete building which utilises the downward sloping location for a car park coming from the road. We were very pleased with the room which was clean and fresh. The view is breathtaking from the balcony overseeing the swimming pool area, the cedar covered beach and further away a scenic view of the Split channel. The evening sunset was something not to miss and the dining buffet was outstanding. So was the service. The breakfast was maybe the best I have seen in any luxury hotel, ever! The swimming pool area is like a haven where one can relax with a drink and a book, taking regular dips into the perfectly heated basin. Almost no fight for the sun-benches which was particularly pleasant to avoid. There is a nice promenade into the small harbour town of Brela, where we took some light lunch in one of the pleasant little restaurants by the seaside. We had lunch twice in the small place second from the corner of the harbour proper and we do believe that was the tastiest shrimp garlic combo we have come across anywhere.

Maestral is rather expensive, that is, the nominal price during the high season. We were at the end of September when prices were more reasonable and it is a total must to take half board as well. That is money well spent to say the least. We knew Maestral from ten years before so we were aware of the situation at the beach in front of the hotel garden. In short the beach at Brela/Maestral is completely overrun by locals. Every day! A good walk to either side from the Brela beach proper brings one to adjacent beaches which offer a much more enjoyable trip into the ocean, which was rather fresh. So prepare for a nice walk with your beach kit to spend the morning at the beach (a bit windy) In the afternoon you can relax by the poolside with a very appreciated Gladno Pivo and some Bjilna wine. In general, the wine offered at the hotel is spectacular for a modest price. There was some entertainment in the evening sessions which was not intruding and we enjoyed the local musicians. The ride from Split airport is longer than we expected and a bit more expensive than we had remembered. Have the good people at the reception arrange for a transfer with a nice taxi car.

Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The location was perfect for relaxing on the beaches!

Entrance and parking were very confusing, as it is located in a maze of secured entry lots for the marina and other hotels. Some pre-arrival instructions would have been very helpful.