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Malena Palace Experience

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Split, steps from Diocletian's Palace

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Restaurant
Double Room De Luxe | 4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, individually decorated
View from property
Exterior
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Adamova 3, Split, 21000
  • Place, Split Riva
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Saint Domnius
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Diocletian's Palace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Split (SPU)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, City View | 4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | 4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room De Luxe | 4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Double Room De Luxe

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Split

Located in Old Town Split, Malena Palace Experience is next to popular attractions like Diocletian's Palace and Split Riva. This 3-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Game of Thrones Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Split Riva - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cathedral of Saint Domnius - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Diocletian's Palace - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fish Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Split Station - 7 min walk
  • Split Airport (SPU) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Picasso - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪LVXOR - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bepa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kavana Central - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Uje Oil Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Malena Palace Experience

Guesthouse in Split, steps from Diocletian's Palace
Malena Palace Experience features free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Climb into the memory foam bed for a pleasant night's sleep. Refrigerators are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 20 to 20 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 1.86 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.93 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 2.65 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.33 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 20 to 20 per person

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
This property only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include window guards.

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

Malena Palace Split
Malena Guest House Split
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Malena Palace Experience Split
Malena Palace Experience Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Malena Palace Experience?

Malena Palace Experience offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Malena Palace Experience?

As of Feb 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Malena Palace Experience on Feb 8, 2026 start from $216.05, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around Malena Palace Experience?

This guesthouse is situated in Old Town Split, just steps from Diocletian's Palace and Split Riva. You'll also find Port of Split and Bacvice Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Malena Palace Experience?

No, there isn't parking available at the guesthouse.

Does Malena Palace Experience feature a casino at the property?

No, Malena Palace Experience doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Malena Palace Experience?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about Malena Palace Experience?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress as well as a terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Malena Palace Experience?

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

Does Malena Palace Experience feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Malena Palace Experience offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Malena Palace Experience allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Malena Palace Experience.

Does Malena Palace Experience have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Malena Palace Experience?

The closest major airport to Malena Palace Experience is Split Airport (SPU), which is 15.6 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Brac Island (BWK), which is located 29.2 mi away (103-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Malena Palace Experience?

No, at Malena Palace Experience, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Malena Palace Experience Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 345 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhanyong

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to get around. Great location and good service. Feel like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Malena is lovely and attentive. Exceptionally clean and a nice bathroom which isn’t always the case in these tiny places. It’s in the place central area and hard to find. Also she has no way to accept payment except cash. I did not pay Expedia site ahead of time and had to go to ATM to get cash. This should be stated on the website along with 5 flights of stairs to walk up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Malena was lovely and accommodated our early check in, and even made us some lemonade! She kindly gave us some recommendations of things to do. The room, while clean, was *really* small - perfect for 1 person, but way too tight for two. The tv was not working. She invited us to use her terrace, which was up a flight of stairs to her space, and featured a pretty view of the bell tower and a lovingly tended garden. We had some difficulty finding it, and the entrance and stairwell up were decrepit looking - lots of stairs, so not recommended for less able bodied people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

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

Absolutely wonderful stay in old Split

We absolutely loved our stay. The host was the most friendly, welcoming person and gave us recommendations of things nearby to see. The location is absolutely ideal—right I. The heart of things in the old town so that we could come and go as we explored throughout the day! The room was beautiful, with a view of the cathedral above the neighboring rooftops. The host lest us store our bags for the morning after checking out and she was there to see us off at noon!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome host in awesome location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Melena has an excellent property with an excellent location. The check in and check out processes were easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, kind host, gave us fresh lemonade and melon on arrival on the beautiful terrace. Stayed here for two nights either side of our trip and both rooms were clean, cool and quiet. V good location in the middle of the bustling old town with a 10 min walk to bus station and ferry port. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was amazing! I didnt realize i had to check out super early of my previous accommodation and she was able to work with me to check in early. She also gave me a map of the city with her recommendations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rating based on great location inside the palace walls, comfortable bed, great soundproofing, and good use of available space to maximize storage. My wife and I had room #1 and heard very little noise even though bars and restaurants were three floors down. There were lots of hooks and shelves in the bathroom which made it nice to store toiletries. Otherwise it’s a basic room with limited natural light, somewhere to sleep and rest between activities. One must climb three flights of stairs to get to the unit, and the path to the stairwell goes through a back alley. I thought the A/C was adequate but people who really like to crank the temperature down may be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of Old Town Split
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tyson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within the Palace walls. Everything you need in walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tucked into Diocletian’s Palace walls, and up 3 flights of stairs, this property offers clean and comfortable rooms in the heart of the many restaurants, bars and shops. Malena is very hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and surprisingly quiet rooms given you’re right in the middle of all the action. Booking on Expedia and selecting pay at property only to find out when we arrived that the property only took cash resulted in substantial fees from having to take money out of a bank machine. This was a disappointment
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The staff were amazing. Everything was within walking distance and so close to the water front. Room was clean, great size and perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, amazing location, incredible service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Be prepared for stairs (3 flights). If cne you’re over that it’s a wonderful guest room ( they have 3 rooms). Malena and her husband were super hospitable - Malena offering to let me go to the roof and drink her homemade lemonade. Her husband graciously assisted carrying my medium sized luggage at check in and check out (7am check out even). Location is recessed but no worries once you get to your rooom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Eun

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and surprisingly quiet for all amenities nearby. Must be able walk up four flights of stairs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen, Amherst

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had wonderful stay at the Malena Palace. Room was large, brand new, and spotless. Location is perfect, in the middle of everything. And the hostess Malena was so friendly and very helpful. We would stay again !! Just a tip, when you get to the door to the apartments (small sign that says Malena Palace), ring the doorbell and Malena will open the door and greet you and take you to your apartment.

10/10 Excellent

Tsunglin Jaems

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

Very clean and nice location

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect place to stay for our short visit to Split. The room was spacious, spotless and ideally located rfor the old town of Split. Maelna (our host) was brilliant, recommending places to go and things to do. I would recommend this place

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