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Villa Sonja

3.0 star property
Hotel in Zadar with free parking

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One Bedroom Apartment for 4 people | Terrace/patio
One Bedroom Apartment for 3 people | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Exterior
Studio | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Tina Ujevica 38, Zadar, 23000
  • Place, Beach Puntamika
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Borik Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Zadar Station
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Zadar (ZAD)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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One Bedroom Apartment for 4 people | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Apartment for 4 people

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment for 3 people | Living area | TV

One Bedroom Apartment for 3 people

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Zadar

Located in Borik, Villa Sonja is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Borik Beach and Beach Puntamika. This 5-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchenettes, furnished balconies, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • Narrow Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Beach Puntamika - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Borik Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Zadar Station - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kolovare Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Zadar (ZAD) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Famous - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beach bar Bamboo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Yachting Caffe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Grill Capo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Falkensteiner Tramontana Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Villa Sonja

Hotel in Zadar with free parking
Villa Sonja features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 180 per vehicle one-way. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a garden and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include kitchenettes, furnished balconies, and refrigerators. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Personal motorized watercraft

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 1.50 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.75 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 1.50 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.75 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 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Villa Sonja
Villa Sonja Apartment
Villa Sonja Apartment Zadar
Villa Sonja Zadar
Villa Sonja Hotel
Villa Sonja Zadar
Villa Sonja Hotel Zadar

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Villa Sonja?

Villa Sonja offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Villa Sonja?

This hotel is situated in Borik within a 10-minute walk of Borik Beach, Beach Puntamika, and Narrow Beach. You'll also find Port Gate and Land Gate within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Villa Sonja?

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

Does Villa Sonja include a casino on the premises?

No, Villa Sonja doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Villa Sonja?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Villa Sonja?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like a kitchenette, kitchenettes in some guestrooms, as well as a terrace.

Does Villa Sonja have a hot tub?

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

Does Villa Sonja feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Villa Sonja doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Villa Sonja allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Villa Sonja.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Sonja?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Villa Sonja?

The closest major airport to Villa Sonja is Zadar (ZAD), which is 9.1 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Villa Sonja?

Yes, every guestroom at Villa Sonja comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring sea or garden views.

Villa Sonja Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 99 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Alexander

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this place is too far from Zadar 5-6 km! They said that they offer free transfer from to the airport This is lie. Bed is not comfortable and there is no Internet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

ZBIGNIEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought villa sonja was extremely clean and tidy. The owners were really nice and also the rooms had a small kitchen so you can cook.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Carin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

jim, cumbria

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

Very pleasant stay at Villa Sonja

We stayed at Villa Sonja one night after our late night plane arrival. The owner was very helpful and our family room was very spacious - our room included a small kitchen area and a terrace with table and 4 chairs. There is a pizzeria next door to the Villa and a couple of cafe/bars around the corner.

10/10 Excellent

Amber, Germany

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

Nice clean hotel!

The villa was very clean and updated. The owner was very friendly. The hotel was one of my favorite places in all of Croatia that I stayed in.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Decent hotel

Villa Sonja is a good value hotel in Zadar. Great wifi. The staff don't speak much English, and there is not really a reception, but the room was fairly clean and modern. We had a 3-bed room, and my main complaint is that the beds were rather noisy.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Convenient

Comfortable for what it was.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice room but noisy overall.

The hotel was noisy. We could here our neighbors next door in their room as they walked around, opening and shutting their bed and bathroom doors, people as they walked up and down the stairs, and even people talking as they gathered downstairs at the entrance way.

6/10 Okay

A traveler, Zagreb, Croatia

Liked: Cleanliness

Cash only policy needs to be clearly highlighted

The room at Villa Sonja was perfectly acceptable and served its purpose as low cost accomodations for a short business trip. However, it was supprising and not clearly indicated at the time of booking that the owners do not accept credit cards. I was very lucky to have sufficent cash on had to pay the bill up front the day of arrival. As it was the owner's request wiped out my cash supply for the trip. I would recommend that the cash only policy be made clear at the time of booking.

10/10 Excellent

jay, oregon

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

good place for last night in zadar

quiet place with kitchen. Easy access to airport

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice hotel a short walk to the beach.

A modern, clean apartment with small cooking facilities. Great if you have been to the old city and you want to chill at a beach. We didn't try the bus system but taxi fares were fairly reasonable.

8/10 Good

Alan, Ireland

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

Beautiful apartment in lovely area

This apartment took us by surprise, really spacious & very decent price. Owner picked us up from the airport & was very friendly & helpful. 2min walk from bus stop to main part of town, & also very close to beaches, restaurants and bars. Stayed 2 days, wish we stayed a bit longer. Perfect for a young couple

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Zadar Marina Accomodation

Property is in a quiet residential neighborhood, very close to the Zadar Marina and about a half-hour walk to the old town. There are restaurants and grocery stores conveniently located nearby. Amenities at the apartment are minimal, and the accommodation is somewhat spartan (no shampoo, no hair dryer, small flimsy bath towels, etc.). The kitchenette could be handy for someone planning a long stay in Zadar.

8/10 Good

Karen, Whitehorse

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

Location, value and free bicycles!

Villa Sonja is located in a quiet part of the city very close to several beaches. Also close to the apartment are a "caffe bar" and a small bakery. There is a pizza restaurant right next door and other restaurants within a short distance. The owner provides bicycles to guests, and we used them every day to cycle into the old town and to various beaches, restaurants, etc. We really appreciated that. We needed and were happily given extra towels and bedding. Be prepared to pay cash (kunas or euros), as none of these types of accommodation in Croatia (apartments rather than hotels) accept credit cards.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Nottingham, UK

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

Great inexpensive stay

We really enjoyed our stay at Villa Sonja. It was very reasonably priced for a clean room that had everything we needed. We especially appreciated the free airport transportation. We also appreciated that when we checked-in we were given a map of the area and told about things in the local area and how to get around. We stayed in the studio for 2 people. We had a kitchenette (fridge, 2 hobs, microwave, sink, coffee machine), table and chairs, TV, wardrobe, bedside cabinets, bed and bathroom. We found the bed a little uncomfortable, but this was not a major problem. We were surprised there was no blanket on the bed (just sheets and a slightly padded cover), however we didn't need one, although one night we were slightly chilly. Had we really needed it, I am confident that we could have asked the management, who seemed friendly and helpful. Villa Sonja may not be in the centre of Zadar, but you can get there either by bus or by a 35 to 40 minute walk, or 50 minutes if you take the route along the coast (walking about 3mph). With the coast and beach nearby, we found it well placed to investigate the area. There was a nearby supermarket and bank. Our stay was very positive, and the negative things I've mentioned were only minor, especially given price. The only other thing was that we could only pay by cash (which retrospectively isn't surprising considered it is a small place), but having booked through Expedia with a credit card, it took us by surprise on the last day.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Ideal Location for Seeing Zadar & Surrounding Area

We had a lovely spacious apartment that was well presented, very clean and well equipped. The owners were very friendly and helpful. The apartment was located close to the Borik marina and beaches - handy for walking along the seaside or swimming. There are lovely restaurants locally if you don't want to head into Zadar town centre, and there are plenty of local shops too. We used Zadar as a base for day trips elsewhere in Dalmatia, and it was easy to get from the apartment to the main roads for heading North, East or West.

10/10 Excellent

Ron

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

Friendly Owner

Villa Sonja was ideal for our needs. There is a good restaurant next door and a supermarket about 200m. along the road. It could be a bit difficult to find but the owner met us at the airport and when our car was not delivered to the hotel as arranged, he rang the rental office and gave us a lift into town to pick it up. All at no cost. The pick up at the airport would also have been free if we had requested it earlier. We will book there again.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Room description not accurate

Looks like a lot of tick boxes have been lazily selected. All rooms do not have a sofa bed. The studio room does not have a separate dining area. There is no A/C in communal areas (it would be entirely unnecessary if there was). Dishware was limited at best. Satellite TV is 99% in German. Service was minimal. Location is good for beaches (not brilliant beaches mind) and 25 mins into Zadar on the bus.

10/10 Excellent

Damir, Croatia

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

Great accommodtion for summer vacations/festivals

Great apartment in a quiet location withing walking distance from the beach and the city center. There is a good restaurant just next door and other facilities in close proximity (ATM, stores bars etc)... I will definitely stay there next time when visiting Zadar.

10/10 Excellent

Gregor, Glasgow, Scotland

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

Recommended

Clean and comfortable apartment in a beautiful part of town; ten minutes from the city centre. Definitely recommended - and great value too.

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Epsom, UK

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

Great Apartments to explore Zadar & surrounds

We stayed here twice; one night when we flew into Zadar, then 4 more before we left a week later. Both rooms we stayed in were clean, comfortable and had basic cooking facilities, useful when you've had too much of Croatia's slightly limited range of Meat/Fish/Grill/Pizza restaurants... (Though the place next door does excellent pizza and salads). There's a small supermarket 3 minutes' walk down the road, a larger one 3 minutes drive the other way. There's also a few restaurants and bars strewn along the one-way road just up the hill a bit (including a Thai place). The apartments themselves are pretty spacious; bedroom, lounge area (with sofa-bed), small kitchen area and balcony. It's about a 10-15 minute bus-rise into Zadar town and 30/45-minute drive to Paklenica N.P. or Pag island. Sonja is very helpful, and if you stay for 3+ nights they offer airport pickup/drop off. Negatives? Not many... Hot water seemed a little scarce at times (mostly evenings) and one night a local bar was pumping out some tunes, but not to an extent it kept us awake. We're planning on heading back there for some more climbing at Paklenica (we got rained off this time) and would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

valeria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appartamento molto carino in un bel contesto. Grazioso balconcino e casa pulita. Unica nota:bagno troppo piccolo e presenza di pochi utensili da cucina. Per il resto tutto ottimo incluso la disponibilità dell'host che ci ha tenuto la casa fino alla sera e accompagnato all'aeroporto
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2021