Hotels in Sutivan
Sutivan is the quiet end of Brač's north coast. The village grew around a small harbour, and its old core still shows its noble past: the Kavanjin mansion, built between 1690 and 1705, carries the Latin motto OSTIVM NON HOSTIVM over its southern door, and an early 19th-century mill tower is the best preserved of the 125 grain mills Brač once had. The beaches are pebble, not sand. Bunta, the town beach, is a few steps from the harbour; Likva, the longest and best known, is about 2 km away along the waterfront promenade, with cafés behind it. Bring water shoes for children on the rockier coves in between. Getting here is the part to plan. The reliable year-round link is the Jadrolinija car ferry from Split to Supetar, then the coast road west; Brač has at least 12 ferry crossings a day all year. Direct foot-passenger boats from Split to Sutivan have run in some summers, but the operator and timetable change from season to season, so check before building a plan around them. I would choose Sutivan for a calm week with day trips by car, not for nightlife: evenings mean the riva, and around 16 August the feast of St Roch fills the village.
Sutivan is a small harbour village on the north coast of Brač, west of Supetar, and it suits couples and families who want a quiet seafront base with pebble beaches within walking distance rather than Bol's crowds. On this site it has two very different places to stay: Hotel Lemongarden, an adults-only hotel with its own beach area, pool and spa, and The Good Place, sea-view apartments with full kitchens. Neither sits on a party strip, because Sutivan has none. Expect a riva of cafés around the little port, a late 17th-century noble mansion and a long promenade to the main beach.
Sutivan at a glance
Hotel Lemongarden - Adults Only
Adults-only luxury with a private beach and year-round pool
Why guests love itI would be clear: Hotel Lemongarden is adults only, so I would not book it for a family with children. For couples, the listing offers a private beach area, an outdoor pool open all year, a spa and wellness centre, an on-site restaurant and a bar. Rooms are air-conditioned with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms. A rating of 10 from 79 reviews is excellent, though the sample is small.
The Good Place
Renovated apartments with sea views, balconies, and outdoor relaxation areas
Why guests love itThe Good Place in Sutivan is a four-star aparthotel with a near-perfect guest rating, and I would recommend it to couples and families who want an apartment with a sea view. Recently renovated apartments have air conditioning and a private bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, a balcony and a terrace. A sun terrace, a garden with an outdoor fireplace and seating areas add outdoor space. Beach Majakovac is an eight-minute walk away.
What to expect
- Bunta, a pebble town beach a few steps from the harbour, and Likva, the longest beach, about 2 km along the promenade.
- Kavanjin mansion (1690 to 1705), with its OSTIVM NON HOSTIVM motto over the southern doorway.
- Year-round access by the Jadrolinija car ferry from Split to Supetar, then the coast road west.
- Two contrasting stays: the adults-only Hotel Lemongarden (10/10 from 79 reviews) and The Good Place sea-view apartments (9.9/10 from 57 reviews).
Local tips
- ✓Do not count on a direct boat from Split without checking the current season: foot-passenger lines to Sutivan have changed operator and timetable from year to year, while the Supetar car ferry runs all year.
- ✓Walk to Likva along the waterfront promenade rather than driving: it is about 2 km from the harbour, and the walk passes the smaller coves where you can stop for a swim on the way.
- ✓Pack water shoes for children: Sutivan's beaches are pebble, and the coves between the town beach and Likva are rockier still.
- ✓Look for the OSTIVM NON HOSTIVM inscription on the southern door of the Kavanjin mansion; the early 19th-century mill tower nearby is a private home, visited only by arrangement with its owners.
- ✓If you want a lively August, book around the feast of St Roch on 16 August; if you want calm, avoid those days, when the village fills up.
Where to stay
FAQ
How do you get to Sutivan from Split?
The dependable route all year is the Jadrolinija car ferry from Split to Supetar, then the coast road west along Brač's north shore to Sutivan. Brač has at least 12 ferry crossings a day in every season. Direct foot-passenger boats from Split to Sutivan have run in some summers, but they change operator and timetable, so check the current season before relying on one.
Does Sutivan have sandy beaches?
No, Sutivan's beaches are pebble. Bunta, the town beach, is next to the harbour, and Likva, the longest and best-known beach, is about 2 km away along the promenade with cafés behind it. The smaller coves between them are rockier, so water shoes help, especially for children.
Is Sutivan good for families?
Yes, for families who want a quiet village rather than entertainment. The town beach is a short walk from the harbour, Likva is reached on foot along the waterfront, and apartments with kitchens like The Good Place make longer stays easy. Note that Hotel Lemongarden is adults-only, so families should look at apartments.
Sutivan or Bol: where should I stay on Brač?
Bol if you want Zlatni rat and a livelier summer scene on the south coast. Sutivan if you prefer a calmer village on the north coast with easier access to the Split ferry via Supetar. Sutivan has no famous beach of its own; its appeal is the quiet harbour, the pebble beaches within walking distance and the short hop to the mainland.
What is there to see in Sutivan?
The village's noble past: the Kavanjin mansion, built between 1690 and 1705, with its OSTIVM NON HOSTIVM motto over the southern doorway, and an early 19th-century mill tower, the best preserved of the 125 grain mills Brač once had. The feast of St Roch on 16 August is the village's big day.