Where to Stay in Malinska: Best Areas and Apartments

Malinska has hotels, campsites and a wide choice of private apartments. In this guide, I explain which part of town suits you best and what to look out for when you book. I also share where we host guests ourselves.

Best Areas to Stay in Malinska

Town Centre and Rupa Beach

If you want to walk everywhere, stay close to the centre. The harbour, restaurants, shops and Rupa Beach are all a few minutes away on foot. However, this is also the busiest and most expensive area in summer, and parking is harder to find. If you come by car, check our guide to free parking in Malinska.

Quieter Streets Above the Centre

Just a few minutes uphill from the waterfront, the residential streets are much calmer at night. You can still walk down to the beach and the harbour, and street parking is often easier. The only downside is the walk back uphill.

Haludovo and Malin Beach

The north side of town is a good choice for beach lovers. From here, you can reach Malin Beach, Haludovo and the seaside promenade towards Rajska cesta in a short walk.

Villages of Dubašnica

The villages around Malinska, such as Porat and Sveti Vid-Miholjice, are quiet and surrounded by olive groves. Prices are often lower, but you will need a car to reach the beaches and restaurants.

Types of Accommodation

• Private apartments and holiday homes – the most common choice, with a kitchen and more space for families.
• Hotels – close to the beaches, with daily service.
• Campsites – among the pine trees by the sea, great for a relaxed outdoor holiday.

Our Recommendation: Apartments Katarina

Full disclosure: Apartments Katarina are our own apartments, so this is a personal recommendation. They are in a quiet part of Malinska, just minutes from the beach and the town centre.

• Fully equipped apartments for 2 to 6 guests
• Free private parking, so you never have to search for a spot in summer
• Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi
• Spacious terraces, some with a sea view

Check availability and current prices at apartmentskatarina.com or call +385 91 948 3995.

Tips for Booking Accommodation in Malinska

• Book early for July and August, when the town is at its busiest.
• Check whether parking is included, because many central apartments have none.
• With children, stay within walking distance of Rupa or Draga Beach. See more tips for Malinska with kids.
• June and September offer warm sea and lower prices. Read more about the best time to visit Malinska.

FAQ – Where to Stay in Malinska

What is the best area to stay in Malinska?

If you want to walk everywhere, stay in the centre or near Rupa Beach. For quieter nights, choose the streets above the centre.

Is it better to book a hotel or an apartment?

Apartments give you a kitchen and more space, so they suit families and longer stays. Hotels are better if you want daily service.

Do I need a car in Malinska?

Not if you stay near the centre. However, a car is useful if you stay in the villages or want to explore the island.

For beaches, boat trips, restaurants and events, see our complete Malinska travel guide.