Martinica Beach
Martinica Beach is a small, picturesque pebble beach a short walk from Bol, known for exceptionally clear emerald water and a scenic monastery view. It offers rentable loungers, umbrellas and watersports (kayaks, SUP) plus a beach bar and nearby hotel restaurant. It's more sheltered and often less crowded than Zlatni rat, though it fills up in peak summer and has little natural shade.
- Best time:
- Late September or early morning for fewer crowds and easier shade; summer for full facilities but expect crowds.
- Who it's for:
- Families and swimmers wanting clear water and a scenic, sheltered alternative to Zlatni rat.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“It's a pebble beach so maybe take your water shoes with you!”
- Water quality
- excellent, crystal clear
“The water here is crystal clear”
- Family friendly
- yes
“Nice beach especially for kids.”
- Bar
- yes
“Has one beach bar/restaurant there”
- Restaurant
- yes
“The restaurant in the hotel overlooking the bay does good food”
- Parking
- yes, ~10€/day or 3€/hour, limited spaces
“parking is 10€ per day”
- Sunbeds
- yes, rentable loungers and umbrellas ~5€/day
“beach umbrellas available at 5€/day”
- Surfing
- no
“It's More sheltered than other beaches”
- Cleanliness
- clean
“Water is crystal clear”
- Crowd level
- crowded in summer, quieter off-season
“Slightly too crowded during Summer season”
Good to know
- sea urchins — “we saw a couple of echinus, so be careful”
- little to no natural shade — “There is no shadow!”
- uncomfortable pebble/stone entry — “the stones are quite a bit bigger than other beaches and therefore not as comfortable”
Pros
- +Crystal-clear, beautiful emerald water
- +Scenic monastery/church view
- +Comfortable water entrance for swimming
- +Watersports rental (kayaks, SUP) and affordable umbrellas
- +Sheltered from wind, calm sea
- +Close walk from Bol with nearby bar and restaurant
Cons
- −Pebble shore can be hard on feet (bring water shoes)
- −Very little natural shade
- −Gets crowded in summer, small and narrow
- −Sea urchins present near entry
- −Paid parking is limited and pricey (~10€/day)
FAQ
- Is Martinica Beach sandy?
- No, it's a pebble beach with a comfortable water entrance; some reviewers note larger stones, so water shoes are recommended.
- Can I rent umbrellas and watersports gear?
- Yes, umbrellas and loungers are available (around 5€/day) and you can hire kayaks and SUP boards by the hour.
- How much is parking?
- Parking nearby costs roughly 10€/day or about 3€/hour, with limited spaces.
- Is it good for families?
- Yes, several visitors say it's nice for kids, with calm, sheltered water, though it can get crowded.
Location
Šetalište Anđelka Rabadana, 21420, Bol, Croatia
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