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Joel Hotel

Property class: 4

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A modern hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and overlooking a coastal town.
A modern lounge area with high ceilings, cylindrical columns, and a seating arrangement.
A modern bar area with a black counter, white pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern bar area with a counter, stools, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Jadranski Put 17, Novalja, Licko-senjska županija, 53291
  • Place, Vrtic Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Novalja City Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Strasko Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, Balcony, Sea View

A modern hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Studio, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a mirror.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Partial sea view
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Balcony, Sea View

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall with a floral mural.

Deluxe Apartment, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 581 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Novalja

Located within a 5-minute walk of Vrtic Beach, Joel Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Dog beach. This 16-room, 4-star aparthotel has an outdoor pool along with a 24-hour gym and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Vrtic Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dog beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Novalja City Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Strasko Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Zrće Beach - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Zadar (ZAD) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokyo Sushi Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fast Food Mac - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grill Mix - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Bar Šimina - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Joel Hotel

Guests of Joel Hotel have access to an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 200 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Each apartment is soundproofed and features a kitchenette and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. An LCD TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bathrobes. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker, a safe, and a desk.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: EUR 15 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 16 units
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October - 31 March, EUR 1.33 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.67 per night for guests aged 12-17 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 30 September, EUR 1.60 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.80 per night for guests aged 12-17 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 200 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-5:30 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Joel Hotel Novalja
Joel Novalja
Joel Hotel Novalja
Joel Hotel Aparthotel
Joel Hotel Aparthotel Novalja

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Joel Hotel?

Joel Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Joel Hotel?

This aparthotel in Novalja is within a 10-minute walk of Vrtic Beach and Dog beach. You'll also find Strasko Beach and Novalja City Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Joel Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the aparthotel.

Does Joel Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Joel Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Joel Hotel?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Joel Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this aparthotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Joel Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this aparthotel.

Does Joel Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Joel Hotel serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Joel Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Joel Hotel for a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Joel Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this aparthotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Joel Hotel?

Yes, every apartment at Joel Hotel comes with a balcony/patio and some offer sea and garden views.

Joel Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean and quite enjoy my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Joel Hotel was presented exactly as advertised. The room we had was very modern with a great sea view and a spacious balcony. The pool area was clean with a great pool bar service. All staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fabulous property. Hotels is beautiful, with incredible views of the Adriatic Sea. rooms are spacious and very well appointed. Lobby is spacious and welcoming. Staff is exceptional. Adanan the operations manager makes sure every guest is well taken care of. He is a professional who cares about his guests. This is our second stay at Hotel Joel, we plan to return. Highly recommend this property, facilities and especially the staff. Katie Meyer, California
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

High quality of accommodation. Pleasant staff and hospitality on the highest level.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Area was walkable. Staff was kind. Windows were soundproof and filtered music from nearby beach. It was clean and safe. Would recommend and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
War mit einem guten Freund da. Haben uns richtig wohl dort gefühlt. Alles sauber, super Betten in denen man schlafen kann und das Personal ist sehr aufmerksam. *top*
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hervorragend

Es war sehr,sehr gut,einfach Spitze...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ist zwar ein 4sterne hotel hat aber mindestens 5 verdient. Alle Mitarbeiter waren super freundlich. Also wenn wir nochmal in der Richtung sind 100% wieder joel hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Modernes Hotel mit grosszügigem Platzangebot

Ein paar Tage an der kroatischen Adria bleiben nach dem Aufenthalt in diesem Super-Hotel einfach unvergesslich. Das äusserst moderne Hotel besticht durch seine ideale Aufteilung der Pool-, Restaurations- und Pirvatzimmerzonen mit grossem Komfort und guter Funktionalität. 3 Erwachsene Personnen finden bestens Platz in den grosszügigen Appartements-Zimmern. Das Personal ist äusserst freundlich, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit. Für einen Schwatz über Fussball und die Welt ist auch Dejan Lovren zu haben.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019