Cast Away
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- Beachfront eco-resort on the south coast of Hvar
- By a wild beach half an hour's drive from Stari Grad and Vrboska
- Yoga, massages, bike hire, watersports and fishing available on site
Hankering after a proper hideaway? Head to the south coast of Hvar, near the pretty village of Gromin Dolac, to find Cast Away, an eco-friendly seafront resort where the little huts sit right on the seafront at a wild beach – a gorgeous little spot in which to unwind for a while.
Well away from the tourist crowds of Hvar town, this is a place where you can let the sound of the waves lull you to sleep and spend your days hanging out in a hammock while taking in the views. You’ll have those views from your hut too – each one has been positioned to make the most of this splendid scenery.
In keeping with the ‘desert island’ vibe of this site, the huts here are fairly simple in style, with just the sleeping space inside. There are plenty of shared amenities close by though, including barbecue and firepit areas and a kitchen with cooker, coffee maker, toaster and other appliances. There are no shops in the vicinity though, so you’ll need to come stocked up with groceries for your stay. There is, however, a beach bar on site for snacks and cool drinks.
Getting here is part of the adventure – it’s a remote spot and many people find it easiest to use the site’s own shuttle services (either the free service or a paid private shuttle). Once installed, you can hire bikes or head out on foot to find the nearby beaches. Climbing, fishing, kayaking and snorkelling are also available – or you may choose simply to stay on site for a relaxing massage or a yoga session…
Site type
10Open all year 
Tourist board rating
The bar is open between 05/04 and 01/11.- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
Croatian
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Beach access Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club Massages On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Cast Away
Gromindolac 30
Gromin Dolac
Split-Dalmatia
Croatia
21465
Directions Timezone
Europe/Zagreb +0200 (GMT+02:00)
GPS
43.12689°N
16.73395°E
Route directions
Pickups can be arranged from Stari Grad Ferry Port (at the entrance of Tommy's supermarket) at 11.30am each day – the shuttle is free and takes a maximum of eight people.
If you come from Split: Take the car ferry to Starigrad at 8.30am (NOT to Hvar town!). You will arrive in the ferry port of Starigrad at 10:30am.
If you come from Hvar town: Take the bus at 9:45am (low season) or 10:30am (high season) to Starigrad ferry port (not the town centre). It takes 20 minutes.
Morning drop-offs are at Stari Grad Ferry Port: 10:45 - 11.00 AM
The car ferry to Split leaves at 11.30AM
The bus to Hvar leaves at 14:30 (low season) or 11:50 (high season) from Starigrad town centre.
It's also possible to arrange private shuttles if you prefer.
Driving: Once you've passed Gromindolac after 3km on the dirt road coming from Zavala, keep an eye out for a yellow house with green shutters, 300m away on your left hand side (number 30B). About 30 metres past that, you'll find the site's private car park (May-Oct) or just park somewhere along the road. Continue your journey by foot from there and follow that same road down until you see the sign “Beach - Bar/Resort”
Take that little pathway down to the beach and you'll find the site right on top of the beach.
Please note that rental cars are not allowed to drive on the site's dirt road, and scooters are unable to enter the Pitve tunnel (on the only route to the site).
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Once you’re settled in here you may well feel like doing not a lot, but if you do fancy getting out and about you can hit the nearby hiking trails, hire bikes to make your way along the cycle paths or just take a short wander to a couple of hidden beaches. Kayaking, snorkelling and diving trips can be organised on site, or you could go climbing at the popular Sveta Nedjelja (25 minutes’ drive).
Something a little less active? The team on site can also help you organise fishing outings, boat trips to the Pakleni islands or along the coast, tours to local vineyards and olive oil farms or farm-to-table dinners.
If you’d like to see more of the island, site staff can help you arrange scooter or car hire for outings to places like Stari Grad, Croatia’s oldest town, or Vrboska, the island’s ‘Little Venice’. Both are about half an hour’s drive away.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uvala Mina | 4.7 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hotel Fontana | 5.3 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kupaliste Soline | 6.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Kupaliste Lanterna | 13.7 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hotel Arkada | 13.7 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
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- Does Cast Away have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cast Away dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cast Away? Once you’re settled in here you may well feel like doing not a lot, but if you do fancy getting out and about you can hit the nearby hiking trails, hire bikes … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cast Away?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 12:00 – 20:00 Depart by: 10:00 - How much does it cost to stay at Cast Away? From €48.60 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.