Medora Auri Beach Resort

🏖️ Direct access to Podgora’s pretty pebbled beach
🌊 Panoramic Adriatic sea views from rooms and promenade
🏋️ Great range of facilities including spa, gym and two pools
🚶 Close to Podgora resort centre and harbour promenade
🧸 Children’s playroom, clubs and playgrounds for all-day fun
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 312 | Blocks: 4 | Floors: 14 | Lifts: 7
Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board
Child age: up to 15 years (for child pricing and kids’ clubs)

Medora Auri Beach Resort occupies a prime spot on Podgora’s waterfront, with the hotel stepping down towards a traffic-free promenade and a pale-pebble beach backed by pine trees. Stroll a few minutes along the seafront for cafés, ice-cream parlours and laid-back bars, or head further afield to explore Tucepi and Makarska’s livelier harbours and old towns.

Podgora itself is a classic Dalmatian fishing village turned relaxed Mediterranean resort, with postcard-worthy views of the islands offshore and the Biokovo mountain range rising inland. Water taxis and local boats from nearby Makarska put Brac Island’s beaches and coves within easy day-tripping distance.

Pebble beach: approx. 10m (across the promenade)
Podgora resort centre: approx. 300m
Tucepi: approx. 4km
Makarska: approx. 10km (water taxis to Brac available from Makarska)

Approx. transfer time from airport (Split SPU): 2 hours 30 minutes

Podgora, Split and Dalmatian Coast, Croatia

Food and drink are a strong suit at Medora Auri, with a mix of buffet and à la carte options right by the beach.

Main Restaurant – The hotel’s buffet restaurant serves breakfast and dinner with live show cooking and a mix of international, Italian and local Dalmatian dishes. Kids have their own buffet section and highchairs are available, making mealtimes easy for families.

Bistro Taste – A relaxed à la carte bistro in the beach club area, open for leisurely lunches with sea views and a menu spanning Mediterranean favourites, pasta, salads and local specialities.

Nota Bene Tavern – An à la carte dinner venue on the beach, ideal for a sunset meal showcasing Croatian and Italian-inspired cuisine in a more intimate setting.

To match the coastal setting, the resort offers multiple bars:

• Beach Bar Indigo – Beachfront bar for daytime refreshments and sundowners.
• Cocktail Bar Taste The Indigo – Creative cocktails served by the shore between late morning and late evening (seasonal).
• Lobby Bar – A sociable spot for a morning coffee or evening drink; beachwear is kindly discouraged.
• Pool Bar – Casual poolside drinks and light refreshments.

A smart casual dress code may apply in certain venues. Restaurant opening dates, reservations and supplements can vary by season and board basis; exact details are confirmed on arrival.

With the Adriatic just steps away, you can alternate between pool and sea all day.

Outdoor Pools

• Two outdoor freshwater pools, including a dedicated children’s pool with slides.
• Spacious sunbathing terraces with sunbeds and parasols included.
• Free pool towels for guests.
• Outdoor pools are heated during cooler months (from 08/04–01/06 and 10/09–30/10 – dates subject to change).

Beach
The hotel fronts a classic Dalmatian pebbled beach, across the traffic-free promenade. Clear, calm waters are ideal for swimming, and pine trees along the promenade provide natural shade and a quintessential Mediterranean feel. Local operators along the seafront often offer boat trips and watersports in season (independently run, extra charge).

Spa & Wellness
Recharge in the hotel’s spa area (16+):

• Sauna, steam room and whirlpool.
• Menu of massages and beauty treatments (extra charge).
• Open roughly 08:00–21:00 during the main season.

Fitness & Activities

• Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights, stretching zone and strength equipment (16+, generally 08:00–22:00 in season).
• Aqua aerobics and light fitness activities.

Children’s Facilities
Families are particularly well catered for:

• Children’s pool with slides and sunbathing area.
• Children’s clubs (1–10yrs) featuring arts and crafts, movie nights and games consoles (seasonal).
• Children’s club (10–17yrs) with sports, small team games, water-based fun, drama, music and games consoles (operates high season only).
• Two outdoor playgrounds with swings, climbing frames, slides and shaded areas (age/height restrictions may apply).
• Kid-friendly options and highchairs in restaurants, plus a children’s buffet corner.

Other Facilities

• 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance.
• Currency exchange and luggage storage.
• Equipment hire including fans, kettles, motorised scooters, pushchairs and sun tents (local charges for some items).

Facilities and opening times can vary by season and occupancy, but the overall setup is designed for easygoing, family-friendly beach holidays.

Comfort Double or Twin Room with Balcony
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Bright, contemporary rooms with a furnished balcony – great for enjoying the mountain or side sea views depending on allocation.
Room features include:

• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Balcony
• Coffee-making facilities and kettle
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Bathroom with shower
• Air conditioning (seasonal, typically 01 Jun–27 Sep)
• Daily cleaning and towel change

Comfort Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
As Comfort Double or Twin, but with full or side sea views across the Adriatic, ideal if sunrise or sunset on the balcony is a must.

Family Room with Balcony and Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 3, maximum 4
Designed for families, these rooms offer more space plus a balcony with sea view. Sleeping arrangements usually combine beds and sofa beds or similar (varies by room). Includes all standard Comfort Room amenities, daily cleaning and towel change.

Annexe Comfort Double Room with Balcony
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3
Located in the annexe building, these rooms are a good-value option with the same core facilities: balcony, Wi-Fi, TV, safe, coffee-making facilities, fridge, shower bathroom and seasonal air conditioning.

Annexe Comfort Double Room with Balcony – Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
Tailored for solo travellers who want the Comfort room set-up in the quieter annexe building.

Annexe Family Room with Balcony
Sleeps: minimum 3, maximum 4
Family-sized annexe rooms offering a balcony and the full standard amenity set, with the advantage of a slightly more secluded feel.

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💧 Two outdoor pools including a fun kids’ pool with slides
🏊 Easy sea swimming from the pebbled beach
💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio and weights
🤽 Aqua aerobics and light fitness sessions (seasonal)
🎭 Regular evening entertainment programme with live DJ, music, mini-disco and professional shows (seasonal)
🎮 Children’s and teens’ clubs with games, crafts, movies and console play (seasonal and age-specific)
🌅 Waterfront promenade walks and spectacular coastal sunsets

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
💼 Luggage storage for early arrivals/late departures
💱 Currency exchange on site
🧴 Spa with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and treatment rooms (16+, extra charge)
💇 Beauty treatments available (extra charge)
🧺 Free pool towels
👶 Equipment hire including fans, kettles, pushchairs and sun tents (some items at extra cost)
🦽 Motorised scooter hire for easier resort access (extra charge)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and in rooms

Local area: Podgora is a small, laid-back resort on the Split and Dalmatian Coast, known for pebbled beaches, a pine-fringed seafront promenade and excellent seafood. Visit nearby Makarska for a livelier promenade and day boats to Brac, or head inland to explore Biokovo Nature Park.

Useful information:

• Country: Croatia
• Region: Split and Dalmatian Coast
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Language: Croatian (English widely understood in tourist areas)
• Time difference: GMT +1 (GMT +2 in summer)
• Average UK flight time to Split (SPU): around 3 hours
• Approximate transfer time to Podgora: 2 hours 30 minutes

Hotel information is based on the latest details from our partners and may change seasonally (for example, entertainment, kids’ clubs and pool heating). Specific facilities, opening hours and services are confirmed on arrival. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Croatia advice.

Medora Auri Beach Resort Prices & Book
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Medora Auri Beach Resort directly on the beach?
Yes. Medora Auri Beach Resort sits just across a traffic-free promenade from a pebbled beach, effectively giving you direct access to the Adriatic Sea. It’s around 10 metres from the hotel to the shore, so you can easily move between pool and beach throughout the day.

2. What room types are available at Medora Auri Beach Resort?
The hotel offers Comfort Double or Twin Rooms with Balcony, Comfort Double Rooms with Balcony and Sea View, a range of family rooms with balconies (including sea-view options), and annex rooms for both couples and families. All come with a balcony, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, safe, fridge, coffee-making facilities, shower bathroom and seasonal air conditioning.

3. Is Medora Auri Beach Resort good for families with children?
Very much so. Families benefit from a children’s pool with slides, indoor playroom, two outdoor playgrounds, children’s and teens’ clubs (seasonal and age-limited), kids’ buffets and highchairs in the main restaurant, plus spacious family rooms and a relaxed, traffic-free seafront setting.

4. What dining options and board bases does the hotel offer?
You can book Medora Auri Beach Resort on Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. On site there is a main buffet restaurant for breakfast and dinner, plus two à la carte venues (Bistro Taste and Nota Bene Tavern) and several bars including a beach bar, cocktail bar, lobby bar and pool bar. Opening dates, reservations and any supplements vary by season and board basis.

5. Does Medora Auri Beach Resort have a spa and gym?
Yes. The resort includes a spa with sauna, steam room and whirlpool, as well as massage and beauty treatments (extra charge, minimum age 16). There is also an air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment, free weights and a stretching zone, open daily in the main season.

6. How long is the transfer from Split Airport to Medora Auri Beach Resort?
The approximate transfer time from Split Airport (SPU) to Podgora is around 2 hours 30 minutes by coach, depending on traffic and drop-offs. Private transfers can sometimes be quicker.

7. Is Wi-Fi available at Medora Auri Beach Resort?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected or stream content with ease.

8. Are there any heated pools at Medora Auri Beach Resort?
Both outdoor pools are typically heated during the cooler parts of the season, from early April to early June and again from early September to late October (dates subject to change). This helps ensure comfortable swimming temperatures at the start and end of the season.

9. What is the dress code in the restaurants and bars?
The general dress code is smart casual, particularly for the main restaurant and à la carte venues. Beachwear is not usually permitted in the lobby bar or during dinner. For the latest guidance, check the information provided on arrival.