The Best Beach Clubs in Croatia (updated for 2025)

One of the best things about a Croatia yacht charter is the ability to sail from island to town, anchoring or mooring up and exploring the local area. The Adriatic coast is home to some fantastic beach clubs, which are superb places to while away an afternoon, relaxing with a cool glass in hand, going for a swim and indulging in a lazy lunch and a spot of people watching.

There are few better places to soak up the summer rays and party atmosphere of Central Dalmatia than from the daybed of a beach club, and Croatia is blessed with some of the very best in the Mediterranean.

From exquisite seafood eaten at the water's edge to vibrant party nights with live bands and world-class DJs, here is our pick of the best Croatian beach clubs.

• Carpe Diem Beach Club (Hvar)
• Hula Hula (Hvar)
• Laganini (Palmizana)
• Taboo Beach Club (Split)
• Gooshter Beach Club (Split)
• Coral Beach Club (Dubrovnik)
• Shkoy (Drvenik Veli)

Hvar's most famous beach club kicks off our list, and it's an easy and obvious place to start.

Daytime lounge vibes translate into thumping bass and deep house grooves late into the night, with live musicians and DJs playing against a spectacular sunset backdrop. Bring cash - they don't accept cards at the bar.

An absolute must if you've never been before!

Hvar comes alive at night, with its numerous bars and night clubs. World-famous Carpe Diem Beach Club, located on Stipanska beach on Marinkovac Island opposite the town, is a hedonist's dream, where you can pretty much party 24 hours a day!

Peter described Carpe Diem as:

The ultimate afternoon hang-out spot?

A truly sensational beach bar set in a tiny cove, with daybeds contained in a gorgeous driftwood framework, the legendary Laganini is a firm favourite with HELM clients and brokers, and maybe the perfect antidote to a wild night in Carpe Diem.

Laganini means 'take it easy', and the bar embodies that spirit, occupying a prime waterfront spot with a maze of chic cabanas and laid-back lounge areas.

It has a relaxed daytime vibe, with a renowned chef serving hyper-fresh seafood and sumptuous cocktails. And you can easily take the dinghy ashore, or swim if you prefer!

There are several excellent quiet anchorages nearby. Laganini is perfect for a relaxing day spent sunbathing, snoozing and swimming in the calm, crystal waters.

Professional aerialists contort themselves into incredible shapes to the jazzy tunes of a saxophone as the sun dips over the horizon. Welcome to Taboo Beach Club - the perfect place to relax and unwind in style.

Savour a refreshing Mai Tai and soak up the party vibes while eating fresh Wakame Tuna and enjoying stunning views of the Adriatic Sea.

Taboo represents pure bliss on Žnjan beach to the south of the Split peninsula.

A stylish new entrant to the Split beach club scene, Gooshter is part of the Marina Lav development, with a clean, modern aesthetic and informal but attentive service. The bar staff make their special sunset cocktails right on the beach, while fire dancers and live music up the energy.

'Goosht' is Croatian for 'good feeling', which sums up the atmosphere here. The food merges East and South in the style of street food - everything here is kept cool and casual.

Sunbathe and swim on the beach, relax in the shade between pine trees, enjoy a cocktail and sea view from the main terrace.

Set on a beautiful cove looking out across the Komolac River and wider Adriatic Sea, just around the corner from the gorgeous Dubrovnik Old Town, Coral Beach Club is the perfect setting for a final evening party to end round off a holiday exploring the south Dalmatia and the Elaphiti islands.

Once you've returned your yacht to base, Coral beach club is easily accessed from either the Frapa or ACI marina

The sunset views are breathtaking, the atmosphere is relaxing and welcoming, and the resident and guest DJs turn the party on!

A lovely place to while away an afternoon, surrounded by a stunning blue lagoon.

Shkoy's dress code reads 'whatever you feel comfortable in', and the vibe is relaxed chic.

The mixologists throw out some divine concoctions like the Mamacita and Black Seal, while the kitchen conjure up an array of light & tasty salads, fish and meat dishes, as well as burgers, tortillas and sandwiches.

They even offer a transfer service!

Now you have an idea of some of the finest beach bars along the Adriatic coast, all easily accessible by yacht, whether bareboat or fully-crewed catamaran.

As dusk approaches, the allure of Croatian beach clubs shifts from laid-back lunch spots to mighty club nights.

The nightlife may be legendary at places like Hula Hula & Carpe Diem, but these beach clubs are about so much more than cocktails, live music and VIP cabanas - they also offer a chilled-out daytime vibe with exceptional service, exquisite local delicacies and superb water sports for the adrenaline-inclined.

At HELM, we specialise in crafting genuinely tailored yacht charter holidays, so whether you want to relax in comfort with the waves lapping at your feet, or party the night away to a thumping bassline, we can help make your dream holiday a reality.