B&B Palace-Old Town occupies a traditional Dalmatian stone building at Između Vrata 2, positioned inside the walls of Diocletian's Palace — the UNESCO World Heritage site built by the Roman Emperor Diocletian between 295 and 305 AD and one of the best-preserved late-antique palatial complexes in the world. The name Između Vrata translates as 'between the gates', accurately describing the address: the property sits within the inhabited warren of medieval and Venetian-era structures that grew inside the Roman foundations and remain in everyday use today. Staying here means the Peristyle, the Cathedral of Saint Domnius (built into Diocletian's mausoleum), and the underground cellars are within a two- to three-minute walk in any direction. The building is family-run, which shapes the service character significantly: check-in includes a genuine local orientation — restaurant recommendations, morning market timings, shortcuts through the Palace lanes, and advice on avoiding the peak midday crowds at the most visited sites. Breakfast is included in the rate and served in a compact dining area within the building. Room configurations cover doubles, twins, and triple rooms, each fitted with air conditioning and free WiFi. The interiors follow a clean, simple aesthetic in keeping with the historic fabric of the structure — stone walls and wooden fittings rather than modern renovations that might conflict with the setting. At €60–€120 per night, the property sits at the upper end of the budget category but delivers strong value given the location and the inclusion of breakfast. The Riva promenade and ferry terminal are a five-minute walk south. Street noise from Palace lanes filters through windows during peak summer evenings; guests sensitive to noise should request a room facing an inner courtyard at the time of booking.
| Price | €60–€120/night (~$66–$132) |
|---|---|
| Address | Između Vrata 2, 21000 Split |
Room types
- Double Room
- Twin Room
- Triple Room
Amenities
- palace location
- breakfast included
- free WiFi
- air conditioning
- family-run
- local tips
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Location
Između Vrata 2, 21000 Split
43.5084, 16.4396 View on map
Highlights
- Situated inside the walls of Diocletian's Palace — a UNESCO World Heritage site — within minutes of the Peristyle and Cathedral of Saint Domnius
- Family-run with genuine local knowledge, providing a personal check-in orientation covering restaurants, markets, and neighbourhood shortcuts
- Breakfast included in all rates, served within the property
- Triple rooms available, making it accessible for small families or groups of three travelling together
- Five-minute walk to the Riva waterfront and Split ferry terminal for island connections
Tips for visiting
- Request a courtyard-facing room at booking if you are a light sleeper — street-facing rooms in the Palace interior can pick up lane noise from summer evening foot traffic.
- The included breakfast means you can skip the café queues that form near the Peristyle from around 9am; eat early and head out before the day-tripper crowds arrive.
- Ask the owner at check-in for the current fish market hours — the morning pazar (market) near the Vestibule is one of Split's best local experiences and closes by midday.
- There is no on-site parking; the nearest public garage is a 10-minute walk outside the Palace walls. Arrive by taxi or bus if possible.
- Book three to four months in advance for July and August stays — inside-Palace accommodation is limited and fills long before the summer peak.