23 Ulica Milice i Turka, 22000 Šibenik, Croatia
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Torkul Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Torkul on Ulica Milice i Turka, you immediately get the sense that this isn’t your typical tourist trap hotel. The building has this understated Croatian charm that feels authentic — you know, the kind of place where locals might actually grab coffee nearby. It’s a three-star property, but honestly, the 9.7 rating starts making sense the moment you step inside. There’s something refreshingly unpretentious about the whole setup that puts you at ease right away.

The Heart of Šibenik

The location is honestly what sold me on this place. You’re right in Šibenik proper, which means you can actually walk to the cathedral and those narrow medieval streets without dealing with shuttle buses or expensive taxi rides. Couples are rating the location 9.4 out of 10 for good reason — you’re close enough to everything that matters, but far enough from the main tourist chaos that you can actually get some sleep. The old town is basically at your doorstep, and you’ll find yourself wandering those stone streets way more than you planned.

Your Room and Comfort

The room itself surprised me — it’s clean, well-maintained, and has that European efficiency thing going on where everything just works. You’re not getting marble bathrooms or anything fancy, but the beds are comfortable and the air conditioning actually cools the space down, which matters in Croatian summers. The windows open up to give you a real feel for the neighborhood, and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The furnishings are modern and thoughtfully arranged.

Practical Perks

Here’s something that’ll save you both money and headaches — they’ve got free parking right on site. If you’ve ever tried to park in a European old town, you know this is basically gold. No circling around narrow streets looking for a spot, no paying ridiculous daily rates at some distant lot. You just pull up, park, and you’re done. It’s one of those simple things that makes your whole trip smoother, especially if you’re planning day trips along the Dalmatian coast.

Why Guests Love It

What really sets Torkul apart is how it gets the basics absolutely right without trying to be something it’s not. The staff seems to genuinely care about helping you figure out the area — they’ll point you toward the better local spots instead of just handing you a generic tourist map. The combination of that prime location, the reliable comfort, and the fact that you’re not paying premium prices for unnecessary frills makes this place work really well. You’re getting authentic Šibenik access with modern conveniences, and sometimes that’s exactly what you need for a proper Croatian adventure. Visitors consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere.

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Torkul Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
One-Bedroom Apartment1 large double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of Torkul

  • Clean & high quality – Patryk from Poland (10/10)

    Apartement was clean, in great location and big enough for us to spend few days. Street around was quiet, a lot of parking space (free). What is more – we left earing in the apartment and owners send it back to us. Great and kind people. I will for sure visit again!

  • Great location for exploring don’t miss this place. – Paula from United Kingdom (10/10)

    What a cute little property- so tastefully decorated and had absolutely everything you could wish for in a short stay. host was excellent couldn’t have been more accommodating. Just wished we’d book to stay longer.

  • Excellent value, comfortable and clean studio apartment – Alexander from Austria (10/10)

    The apartment is really well thought-out, in a good location (near the sailing port), and with plentiful free parking. The place was clean, bed comfortable, and it was all ready at super short notice. Thanks a lot!

  • Feel like at home in Dalmatia – Vojtech from Czech Republic (10/10)

    Hosts made everything for us to feel like at home. Kitchen is well equipped, even with oil and spices. In bathroom is toothpaste, except of everything other you may need. Heating was working perfectly. Its perfect spot for hiking in St. Ante channel.

  • Exactly what I needed for a short stay. – Regan from United Kingdom (10/10)

    Helpful host. Was easy to access property.

  • It was an exceptional, cosy and modern home for us, which we did not want to leave anymore. – Jana from Germany (10/10)

    A beautiful apartment close to the old town of Šibenik. We were beyond grateful how kind the hosts were about the spontaneous booking and the flexible arrival time. We had a truly great experience and we’re grateful for every tip given to us. The host made us instantly feel welcome. As a kind gesture, welcome drinks and snacks were provided.

    The apartment has absolutely a modern cosy feeling to it, perfect for everyone looking for an escape. It is really well-equipped as it has everything you need from large selection of cookware, a dish washer, TV, a washing machine or extra blankets. Everything was there to immediately feel at home. On the first glance, you could already see that the cleanliness was exceptional. Overall a great and charming experience. You won't regret booking this apartment. We would recommend it to everyone and would happily book it again as a comfortable refuge in Šibenik. Thank you again for everything!

  • Don't think, just complate reservation. – Baycan from Turkey (10/10)

    Location, honest, free otopark, more than everything what you need. Perfect service, good price,,,

  • Exceptional – Papic from Germany (10/10)

    Great place, super clean, everyrhing was new and was well stocked with anything u might need. The hosts were great and very helpful.

  • Super chic apartment. – Roisin from Ireland (9/10)

    Very well laid out, super chic, studio apartment. Has absolutely everything. Host was so accommodating to us. The design of this apartment makes it so comfortable. Lots of touches to make the stay even better such as grapes and bruschetta available on arrival. Every nook and cranny of this studio apartment has been designed stylishly.

  • Great value for money, less touristic area but close to everything by car, wonderful walks in Marina – Evgeny from Russia (10/10)

    Fruits, ice cream and snacks were kindly provided by hosts

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Barone Fortress: 3.3 km
  • Kastel sv. Mihovil: 3.2 km
  • Krka National Park : 5 km
  • Sibenik Town Museum: 3.1 km
  • Stari Grad Šibenik: 2.7 km
  • Fortress of St. Michael: 3.3 km
  • Hrvatski Kralj Petar Krešimir Iv: 2.8 km
  • The Church of St Barbara Šibenik: 3 km
  • Srednjovjekovni Sam. Vrt Sv. Lovre: 3.1 km
  • Srednjovijekovni vodoopskrbni sustav 4 bunara: 3.1 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Vidici: 1.1 km
  • Cafe/bar Caffe Bar Barone: 900 m
  • Restaurant Alpha Picerija: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Fortress of St. Nicholas: 5 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Banj Beach: 4 km
  • Rezalište Beach: 3.5 km
  • Solaris Sand Beach: 4.6 km
  • Solaris Family Beach: 3.5 km
  • Solaris Camping Beach: 4.2 km

Public transport:

  • Train Šibenik: 2.1 km
  • Train Mandalina: 500 m

Closest airports:

  • Split Airport: 49 km
  • Zadar Airport: 76 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Transport:

  • Airport shuttle

Activities:

  • Hiking
  • Fishing

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Common areas:

  • Shared lounge/T V area

Food & Drink:

  • Fruits
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Sea view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Croatian

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Currency exchange

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics:

  • Semi-detached

Entertainment and family services:

  • Babysitting/child services
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House Rules at Torkul

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00 to 23:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 08:00 to 10:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.7

Comfort:

9.7

Location:

9.0

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

9.7

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

9.4