For nature lovers, and anyone who likes an idyllic, bucolic place to spend a holiday in, the town of Otočac is one of Croatia’s finest destinations and somewhere well worth checking out. The Kuterevo sanctuary nearby is a facility where bear cubs are looked after and raised, and along with the chance to hike by the Lacka river that runs through the town, it makes for one of the most peaceful and natural holidays you could wish to take. As you will see below, there are also several wonderful places to stay in this delightful mill town, one of the largest in the Gacka Valley region. Check into any of these Airbnb vacation rentals in Otočac, and you will have a dream of a holiday.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. star first floor apartment (from USD 239)
This apartment is much-loved by anyone who stays here, no doubt due to the host’s scrupulous approach to making everything perfect ahead of your arrival. Food and drink are laid on for you so you can immediately settle to relaxing, and the size of the apartment makes it ideal for families. The provision of a plethora of child-friendly items means that even if you are travelling with babies or toddlers, they will be catered for. No detail has been left out nor forgotten when it comes to making your stay just perfect.
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josipas place is very nice woo a lot of room and a big terraceCleanliness:
clean and well maintained apartmentthe house is beautiful very clean and speciouseverything in the apartment was clean and ready for usthe house was luxurious and very clean and josipa thought about all details imaginablethe apartment is very large and clean with a large terrace including jacuzzi and wood burning bbqRead more reviewsHost:
josipa is a very nice hostjosipa was such a very good hostjosipa was an extremely friendly hosta very nice place with à super hosti want to say a great thanks to a host for the amazing apartment we stayed at
2. Apartment for four people in Otocac (from USD 76)
This chic apartment is hugely popular with guests, and it takes just a few moments within it to see exactly why. Everything is laid on and perfectly arranged, and the moment you arrive you have the option of hot and cold drinks as well as snacks to help you wind down after a long journey. You’ll be greeted on arrival by the host, and they are full of advice on what to see and do around Otocac. It’s very much the kind of apartment that you’ll want to stay in again and again.
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nice well equipped and modern apartmentCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and cosya very nice and clean flatapartment was very good and cleanthe apartment is fully furnished and very cleangreat stay in clean home and lovely hostHost:
amazing host and fabulous placekristina was very kind and helpfulthank you so much for hosting uskristina and her sister are extremely nice people and very welcoming hostshighly recommend kristina and her mom are very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
also this place is hardly 45 min from plitvice lakes which makes it an ideal place
3. Five-person apartment in the countryside (from USD 54)
This charming apartment offers plenty of seclusion and cosiness indoors, while also offering seating areas outside where guests can enjoy a meal or a drink while admiring the 360-degree view of the surrounding area. It’s served by central heating, and has two excellent restaurants nearby, with Otocac just a few minutes away by car if you want to do a little bit of shopping. Nature fans will be thrilled to know that the river is 500m (1640ft) away, while about 20km (12 miles) away you’ll find the Kuterevo bear sanctuary.
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in our room there were modern furniture very comfortable beds (3 singles)Cleanliness:
everything was very cleanthe place was clean and comfortablethe house was clean and tidythe appartment is clean and everything is thereHost:
snježana is a great host and she makes you feel at homethe host is really kind and responsivesnjezana was a lovely host who made us feel very welcomegreat friendly hosts who even dropped around some pancakes which were deliciousRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to explore pltvice lakes national parkwe enjoyed our stay at snjezana's placebeautiful location and all the facilities you might needsweet little apartment near the national park with lovely and kind hostssuch a great place to stay
4. Holiday home in the heart of Lika (from USD 139)
This is a luxury accommodation that can accommodate as many as seven people, and do so in style. The house itself is in the middle of unspoiled nature, allowing you stunning views, and the facilities at the property are even more of a selling point. In summer, you will want to take all meals out on the delightful terrace where a fully-equipped second kitchen can be found. With tonnes of outdoor space and excellent proximity for the natural attractions along the Lacka river, this is a perfect place to stay while in the area.
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sandra's house is lovely and very clean i recommend it if you wanna stay in a peaceful placethe house is comfortable clean has good showers a washing machine and the beds are comfortableeverything is very tastefully decorated very clean new mattresses very spaciousRead more reviewsHost:
sandra is a great hostthe owner clearly places a value on eating and cooking as a familyvery kind accessible caring and communicative person
5. Four-person flat in city centre (from USD 98)
This winter-themed apartment is one of the most perfectly decorated accommodations you will find in Otocac, and from the pictures included in this listing you’ll particularly appreciate it if you holiday here in winter when the Lacka gets frozen. While here you’ll also have free Wi-Fi and parking and the use of a well-stocked kitchen; in winter, you have full use of the central heating system while in summer the same is true of the air conditioning. All in all, it’s an ideal apartment for your holiday
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a very clean and well equipped apartmentRead more reviewsHost:
the host is very friendly and helpfuljosipa is a great host thank you so muchperfect appartment and perfect host at 30 minutes by car to go to plitvice park
6. Room in private rural house (from USD 54)
This room in a private house is perfect for smaller travelling parties between one and three people. There are three single beds here and the room has its own flat screen TV. You’ll find yourself close to Otocac city centre, but not so close that it ever gets too loud, and you may well stumble across other holidaymakers as the host runs another rental property on site. You’ll have Wi-Fi, as well as access to a fully-stocked kitchen where you can cook your own meals, and all in all, this is an ideal property for the lighter traveller.
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the appartment was perfectly clean and very comfortablenice big room in a clean and quiet placethe apartment was very clean everything was perfectsnježana’s place is very quiet and absolutely cleanperfect stay : quiet and clean place large room nice hostsHost:
hosts gave me and my family the warmest welcomeall in all a good experience with snježana beeing a very friendly hostsuper host she was very kind with us she brought some food because we arrived late in the nightit was a nice stay very kind guests welcome beer quite placesnjezana was so nice and friendly she brought some pancakes for us and that was so niceRead more reviewsLocation:
although the place is near the highway and therefore easy to reach it is very quiet herethe place is nicely isolated and very calm
7. Kostelac Guesthouse for 10 people (from USD 325)
This house is perfect for larger travelling parties, capable of housing ten people at a time across four bedrooms. It is located in the countryside, some distance away from built-up areas although there is a supermarket within five minutes’ drive. It’s a holiday home with a perfect location for day trips to destinations such as the Plitvice lakes and short trips to the Adriatic coast. Despite the size and excellent location, it’s also very reasonably priced, which makes it a perfect option for a budget family getaway.
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there were a nice yard and beautiful living room and dinning roomcomfortable leather sofas in living roomhouse is modern functional and comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and newvery spacious and cleanthe house was clean very nice and modernthe house is perfect very clean plenty of space especially great for family vacationgreat house for vacation very clean plenty of space easy to find and dražen was excellent hostHost:
the host is nice and willing to helpivana and dražen were excellent hostshouse was great and hosts were the bestnice place dražen was a very good hosthost was very good at responding and attended when we wanted to arrive and departRead more reviewsLocation:
great location conveniently located next to the highwaymodern and stylish place ideal to visit the plitvice lakes by cara great location to explore the national parkthe location was also perfect it was less than an hour from the lakes/waterfall parkhouse location is perfect for a small trip to the sea and plitvice
8. Retro guesthouse with large garden (from USD 76)
This house is a perfect place for four or five friends to get away to in the delightful environs of Otocac. The apartment itself is new, but the host has ensured to decorate it with some retro touches that make it a really homely space. You’ll love the kitchen, which includes an old-fashioned sink with a classic mixer tap, and the dining room indoors with a rustic table. Once outside, you’ll fall in love with that area too, with a patio bench, two large garden chairs and a pair of swings which will be much appreciated by kids of all ages!
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the 2 bedrooms were small but fit everything we needed and the kitchen/living/dining area were perfect for ussuper comfortable bed and the accommodation and surroundings had a very nice cosy homely feelCleanliness:
very clean cosy interiorvery comfortable and clean apartment with everything neededthe beds were comfortable and everything was nice and cleanher place was very cute and very cleanhospitality cleanliness amenities are best i would strongly recommend tis place to allHost:
realy nice host and appartmentivana was just the perfect hostlovely host and lovely placeivana is a great hostivana was absolutely helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location before go to plitvice national parkthe house was situated in a very calm and relaxing locationa beautiful apartment in a rural setting and yet very close to the town with supermarketsif you are going to visit plitvitce lakes this is the place to stay we will be back :)this is a lovely place to stay if you travel with kids
9. Apartment in central Lika
This spacious apartment is large enough for four visitors, and has everything you could wish for laid on for you. Two large double beds allow comfortable sleep, and the flat also contains a well-stocked kitchen. The inside decor is modern, and although seating areas outside have more of a rustic feel to them, they are spacious and welcoming. An ideal way to spend an evening here would be to sit outside and grill some food while enjoying the delightful views of the area. The nearest shop is 250m (820ft) away.
Otočac, Ličko-senjska županija, CroatiaTop guest reviews
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we were welcomed by vedran's father and he left us some food fruits breakfasthe also filled the fridge with a lot of nice tings for breakfastthe apartment is very comfortable and modern the kitchen and lounge area are great for cooking and relaxingCleanliness:
was very clean tidynice and clean placereally great apartment which was very cleanthe place is absolutely clean and well equipedthe house was so nice clean well-equipped and comfortableHost:
lovely apartment with great hostsvery friendly hosts :)the host is very good and happy personvedran was a great hostvedran has been nice hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is quite close to the centre of the town; easy accessiblenew apartment in a very quiet location perfect for relaxinggreat location for the plitvice lakes and other nature sightsthe location was maybe edge of a small village and so there was calm fresh and heartwarminggreat location for people travelling to/from plitvice national park- quiet town with adequate restaurants and shops
10. Andy's cottage - House for rest
Guests who want a secluded getaway will very much appreciate this cottage, hidden away from the towns and cities. Cosy, but large enough for six guests, you’ll love the little touches like a swing in the garden and a hammock in which you can while away a little time. Inside there are two large bedrooms and a well-equipped kitchen, and you’re approximately a mile (1.5 km) away from Otocac city centre itself, while being just a five-minute walk from the banks of the Lacka.
The rural charms of Otočac make a perfect holiday destination
A holiday in Otočac offers the guest a chance to get away from the noise and the rat-race and just be among nature. Each of the accommodation options above gives you that opportunity and lets you enjoy the area whether by yourself, with a loved one or as a whole family. Whichever you prefer, you’ll find accommodation that absolutely suits your needs among the above options, and you’ll be glad you did it when you get to know this area.
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