Martinica Beach
Martinica Beach is a small, scenic pebble beach a short walk from Bol, prized for its exceptionally clear emerald water and a picturesque monastery/church backdrop. It offers loungers, umbrellas, a beach bar/restaurant and water-sport rentals like kayaks and SUP boards, while feeling calmer and less windy than nearby Zlatni rat. Its compact size means it fills up in summer, and natural shade is scarce.
- Best time:
- Late spring or September for smaller crowds; arrive early in summer to claim shade, and mornings for calm water.
- Who it's for:
- Snorkelers, families and couples wanting a quieter, photogenic alternative to Zlatni rat.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“nice fine pebbles and entrance to the water is very comfortable”
- Water quality
- excellent, crystal clear
“water is absolutely transparent, crystal, cyan and simply beautiful”
- 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, few spaces
“parking is 10€ per day”
- Sunbeds
- yes, loungers and umbrellas ~5€/day
“reasonable charge for loungers and shade”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“Sea is full of life - fishes, sea urchins... Nice place for snorkeling”
- Surfing
- no
“less wind vs other beaches in the area”
- Cleanliness
- clean
“cleanliness of the sea”
- Crowd level
- crowded in summer, quieter off-season
“Slightly too crowded during Summer season”
- Water sports
- kayaks, SUP/paddle boards
“you can hire kayaks and SUP boards at reasonable prices”
- Beach size
- small
“The beach is small, so it does get crowded”
Good to know
- sea urchins — “we saw a couple of echinus, so be careful”
- little to no natural shade — “There is no shadow!”
- pebbles hard on feet / difficult entry — “the shore isn’t sand, small pebble, quite hard to get into the sea”
Pros
- +Crystal-clear, vibrant water great for swimming and snorkeling
- +Comfortable water entrance over fine pebbles
- +Scenic monastery/church view
- +Kayak and SUP rentals plus affordable umbrellas (~5€)
- +Calmer and less windy than nearby beaches
- +Beach bar and nearby hotel restaurant
Cons
- −Very little natural shade
- −Small and gets crowded in high summer
- −Sea urchins present — water shoes recommended
- −Parking is limited and pricey (~10€/day or 3€/hour)
- −Pebbles can be uncomfortable underfoot
FAQ
- Is Martinica Beach sandy?
- No, it's a fine pebble beach; the water entrance is comfortable but water shoes help.
- Can I rent water-sports equipment?
- Yes, kayaks and SUP/paddle boards can be hired by the hour at reasonable prices.
- How much is parking?
- Reviewers report around 10€ per day or 3€ per hour, with limited spaces nearby.
- Is there shade?
- Little natural shade, so bring or rent an umbrella (about 5€/day).
- How does it compare to Zlatni rat?
- It's a calmer, less windy and less crowded alternative just a short walk from Bol.
Location
Šetalište Anđelka Rabadana, 21420, Bol, Croatia
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