The beauty of Palmižana is linked to the Meneghello family who for more than a century has been devoted to creating in this piece of island, originally only rocky and barren, a cultural paradise for tourism.
Palmižana is renowned for the absence of traffic, for the long paths and abundant vegetation both Mediterranean and tropical. A one of a kind arboretum.
It is a paradise of flora and fauna, without cars or means of transport, except for boats, and is therefore the ideal place for those who love nature. You can go for long swims or walks to discover the numerous bays.
The island is easily accessible by taxi boat from the port of Hvar, in just 10-15 min. navigation you arrive already at the ACI MARINA of Palmižana. Once the reservation is made it is possible
request an optional transfer service Hvar / Palmižana / Hvar, the cost is
12 EUR / one way / person (0-8 years free) and is payable locally with cash or credit card (no Amex).
The closest airport is in Split.
The villa is located in the Meneghello Resort, and is surrounded by a beautiful one
Mediterranean vegetation and a wonderful view of the south bay of Palmižana.
The interiors are rich in colors and outside the large terrace there
will allow you to enjoy the sunny summer days and romantic starry skies.
Inside you will find paintings and sculptures that are part of the private collection of the
owner who for 50 years has collected the works of the most famous
Croatian artists as well as having created the arboretum in which the entire resort is immersed.
The villa consists of:
2 double bedrooms with comfortable double bed;
1 comfortable lounge with a sofa and a single bed (ideal for 2 extra guests);
a kitchenette with a small fridge + 1 electric kettle for tea and coffee;
1 bathroom with shower;
1 second bathroom with shower and tub;
Air conditioning / electric heating, independent entrances, large terraces
with outdoor furniture (deck chairs, table with chairs and umbrella).
An ideal villa for those who want to be immersed in the luxuriant nature and the beauty of art.
For safety reasons, cooking is strictly prohibited, as the island is very lush,
but our guests can eat at the renowned Meneghello restaurant, which is located less than 100 meters from the villa, with a special treatment.
The restaurant is famous for its delicious Dalmatian specialties and fish dishes and its terraces are surrounded by beautiful vegetation and an enchanting panorama towards the bay.
Otherwise you can choose to eat in one of the different restaurants in the bay, besides the Meneghello restaurant we highly recommend Toto's.
Wi-fi is available at the Meneghello restaurant and the service is totally free.
You can opt for a breakfast service at the Meneghello restaurant, this includes e.g. excellent Italian coffee, yogurt, a wide variety of teas, jams, honey, fresh fruit, croissants, pâtés, spreadable cheese. Both cold breakfasts and hot dishes (crepes, ..) are served. The cost, excluding drinks, is:
EUR 15 / day / adult;
10 EUR / day / child 9-14 years old;
8 EUR / day / child 5-8 years;
Free / child 0-4 years;
You can pay for the service directly in Palmizana, in cash or by credit card (except American Express).
Please note that in the high season, July-August, the renowned quiet of Palmižana is replaced with a higher number of visitors and yachts. It is possible, however, to find more quiet in the surrounding bays, reachable on foot or by means of a boat that can be rented on site.
Palmižana’s richness comes from the Meneghello family which for over a hundred years has been devoted to creating a paradise of cultural tourism. Renowned for the absence of traffic with extensive footpaths, trails and very luxury Mediterranean and tropical vegetation. It's a haven of flora and fauna - the
island is car-free.
The Orange villa is located in the Meneghello Art Resort Our and all properties are carefully designed buildings blend harmoniously with the environment and most have terraces overlooking the ocean.
The entire resort is surrounded by lush vegetation and abundant wildlife of the entire island.
The Orange is an exclusive villa with a magnificent view of the bay surrounded by lush vegetation very close to the beach. Consists of:
1 Double bed bedroom and 1 large living room with a sofa bed, ideally for 2
small children;
2 Bathrooms with shower (1 inside, 1 outside);
1 Large living room area with a small kitchenette for your convenience (small
refrigerator and electric tea kettle for tea and coffee);
Air conditioning / heating;
Separate entrances;
Private terrace with gardening furniture;
Perfect for couples or families with small children. (max 4. +2 people).
Please note that due to security reasons is cooking is not allowed but our guests can have a special treatment at Meneghello Restaurant that is nearby or choose one of the different restaurants of the southern bay.
For over a hundred years the Meneghello restaurant has been famous for serving fresh and healthy sea delicacies. Nearly every yachtie sailing the Southern Adriatic comes back to enjoy the specialties of local cuisine and fine Island wines at the Meneghello restaurant on Palmižana with their stunning settings
looking over the bay.
At Meneghello restaurant the breakfast service rate is:
15 EUR / day / people;
10 EUR / day / CHILDREN 9-14 years;
8 EUR / day / CHILDREN 5-8 years;
Free / CHILDREN 0-4 years;
You can easily pay the service once at Palmizana by cash or credit card (except Amex).
There are a variety of choices for breakfast; these include high-quality Italian coffee, yoghurts, a variety of fresh fruit, croissants, fresh white or whole bread, a variety of jam, honey, pâté, also a great selection of cooked breakfast. Please note that the breakfast is served daily at the Palmižana Meneghello Restaurant terrace from 08.00 am to 10. 30 am or on request a later time;
The Wi-fi is possible only at Meneghello's Restaurant and the service is free.
On Palmižana small beach you can use deckchairs and sun umbrellas for free.
For the main beach the Meneghello guests have a discount;
Please note that during July and August, the island and surrounding area has a much higher influx of day-trippers, yachts. For a few weeks, the peaceful vibe is replaced with a buzzing social scene.
Once on Palmizana, you can rent a small boat if you wish to reach more distant and secluded beaches or one of the other tiny islands of the Hvar Archipelago, recommended during the high season when the main Palmizana bay gets crowded. It's a small motorboat (no nautical license required), the cost is 500, 00 kuna / day, full tank gas included.
Taxi boats operate between Palmižana and the town of Hvar, day and night, according to their own schedule or on request. The taxis are leaving from the Yacht Marina on the north side of the island;
After your booking confirmation is possible to organize your transfer Hvar / Palmizana / Hvar.
A member of our local team will pick up you at Hvar port with our private speedboat and in approx. 10 min you’ll get to Palmizana, where our team will help you with the luggage.
The transfer service costs 12, 00 Euro / way / adult (free till 8 yrs. Old). If you wish this service, feel free to let us know at least 1 day before your arrival and pay once at Palmizana the transfer. Our local team accept cash and all credit cards (except AMEX).
