Beach Jakiruša
Beach Jakiruša is a small, tranquil pebble cove near Brela with exceptionally clear water and shade from pine trees. It offers a natural, relaxed atmosphere with basic facilities including free showers and toilets, a coffee bar and nearby restaurants. Reached by a long flight of stairs, it rewards visitors with beautiful views and calm water ideal for swimming and snorkeling.
- Best time:
- Arrive early morning (before 8:30 AM) in summer to secure a shaded spot under the pines; shoulder season for fewer crowds.
- Who it's for:
- Couples and families seeking a quiet, scenic escape who don't mind the stair climb.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“This beautiful pebble beach is located in a stunning, tranquil cove”
- Water quality
- excellent, crystal clear
“The water here is unbelievably clear and calm”
- Family friendly
- yes
“Kids loved the cliff jumping”
- Bar
- yes
“There are some coffe bar and restaurant”
- Restaurant
- yes
“Two restaurants near and a coffee bar”
- Showers
- yes
“Free shower, toilet and parking on the top of the hill”
- Toilets
- yes
“with showers and restrooms available”
- Parking
- paid near beach, free on top of hill; limited
“€ Parking just besides beach or free on the top of the hill”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“perfect for swimming and snorkeling”
- Cleanliness
- very clean
“The beach is very beautiful and clean”
- Crowd level
- quiet, less crowded
“feels a world away from the busy tourist spots”
- Changing facilities
- yes
“changing rooms”
- Beach size
- small
“The beach is small but water is Amazing!”
Good to know
- Difficult access via many stairs — “There are more than hundred stairs to reach It”
- Boat traffic near shore (fruit seller) — “the fruit seller who arrives by boat with the engine running all the way to shore”
Pros
- +Crystal-clear, calm water great for swimming and snorkeling
- +Ample natural shade from pine trees
- +Free showers and toilets
- +Coffee bar and nearby restaurants with good-value food
- +Stunning cove views and peaceful atmosphere
- +Cliff jumping popular with kids
Cons
- −Over a hundred stairs make access difficult
- −Limited and mostly paid parking near the beach
- −Small beach that fills up; towels used to 'reserve' spots
- −Occasional boat noise from vendors near shore
FAQ
- Is Beach Jakiruša easy to reach?
- No — you descend more than a hundred stairs to reach the beach, so it's not ideal for those with mobility issues.
- Are there toilets and showers?
- Yes, free showers and toilets are available, with changing rooms mentioned by visitors.
- Is there parking?
- There is paid parking beside the beach (often managed by unofficial attendants) and free parking on top of the hill; spaces are limited.
- Is it good for snorkeling?
- Yes, the water is very clear and calm, and reviewers say you can see fish even in deeper water.
- Is it a sandy beach?
- No, it's a clean pebble and stone beach.
Location
21322, Brela, Croatia
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