Aminess Laurel Khalani Hotel
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Book it if you want a five-star beachfront stay in Makarska with a spa, a pool and staff that guests consistently praise. Skip it if busy buffet breakfasts bother you or if you need to walk to town sights, since the two nearby sights in our data are both far on foot.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
This is our Luxury pick in Makarska. It holds an official 5-star rating and a guest score of 9.1 from 2,474 reviews, which is a large and steady sample.
Couples and families who want to stay put by the sea are the natural fit. The property lists beachfront access, a spa, a pool, a gym, a garden, a terrace and family rooms, so there is plenty to do without leaving.
Travellers who mainly want to explore on foot should think twice. The two sights in our data are 49 and 66 minutes away walking. If breakfast matters a lot to you, note the queues guests mention below.
Location and getting around
The address is Ivana Gorana Kovačića 14. Guests give the location 9.4 and describe a peaceful beachfront setting with views of the sea, the islands and the mountains.
Nugal Beach is about 3.9 km away in a straight line, roughly 49 minutes on foot. Biokovo Nature Park is about 5.3 km away, roughly 66 minutes. Both are far, so plan on public transport or a taxi. Our walking times are straight-line estimates and real routes may be longer.
Parking is not listed in our data. If you are driving, ask the hotel whether spaces exist and what they cost.
What guests say
Staff get the clearest praise. Guests describe a friendly, helpful and professional team and a warm welcome on arrival.
The setting is the other big plus: quiet, right on the water, with wide views across to the islands and up to the mountains.
Breakfast is the main complaint. The buffet has a rich variety and tasty options, yet guests say it is often crowded, some food is served cold and there are queues. Going early or late may help. Within our sample of 4 eligible hotels, the 9.1 score sat joint 2nd.
Price and what you get against our other two picks
We saw a reference price of €148.50 a night, about €297 for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. The sample median was €110.84. These are reference prices seen for those dates, not live quotes, so check today's price for your own dates.
Hotel Biokovo, our Budget pick, was €99.40 a night with 8.9 and 4 stars. Hotel Antonio, our Best Value pick, was €106.68 with 9.4 and 4 stars.
So you pay roughly €42 to €49 more per night here than at the other two. That extra buys the fifth star, the beachfront spot and the spa and pool list. If you only need a good bed and a high score, Hotel Antonio scored higher for less.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 4 eligible hotels in Makarska. For the Luxury slot, five-star hotels come first, and a four-star fallback would need at least 8.5.
This one has the official fifth star and a 9.1 average across almost 2,500 reviews, so it took the slot without needing the fallback.
Before you book
Room size, noise levels, renovation condition, whether breakfast is included and the cancellation terms have not been assessed. Check each on your booking page.
Confirm that the spa, pool and restaurant are open on your dates and whether any fees apply, especially outside summer. If you are travelling with children, check what family rooms are available and how they are set up.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Aminess Laurel Khalani Hotel on the beach?
Yes. The property lists beachfront access and guests describe a peaceful setting right by the sea. Check the room type if a sea view matters to you.
Can I walk to Nugal Beach from the hotel?
It is about 3.9 km in a straight line, roughly 49 minutes on foot, which is far. A taxi or public transport is the easier option.
Is breakfast included at Aminess Laurel Khalani Hotel?
That is not confirmed. A buffet breakfast is offered, but check whether your rate includes it. Guests mention crowds and queues at busy times.
Does the hotel have a spa and pool?
Both are listed by the property, along with a gym. Opening times and any fees are not confirmed, so check them for your dates.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price we saw was €148.50 a night for 2 adults in November 2026. Prices change, so check today's rate for your dates.