Plaža Kotlina
Plaža Kotlina is a small, scenic pebble beach in Bol with crystal-clear, calm water and plenty of natural shade from trees along the back wall. It offers good swimming and snorkeling, a konoba at one end, and lovely views toward a monastery/church and the Ribarska kuća restaurant. Regarded by many as a quieter, more atmospheric alternative to the famous Golden Horn, though it gets very busy midday and has limited infrastructure.
- Best time:
- Arrive before 10am to secure a shady spot; the beach quiets down after 4pm. Ideal in summer swimming season.
- Who it's for:
- Swimmers and snorkelers seeking a shady, atmospheric cove near Bol's center, away from the Golden Horn crowds.
The facts
- Sand / surface
- pebble
“Beautiful pebble beach”
- Water quality
- clear, calm
“Beautiful crystal clear water”
- Restaurant
- yes
“Nice konoba at the end of the beach”
- Parking
- nearest lot €10/day
“Closest parking lot costs €10 a day”
- Snorkeling
- yes
“Lots of cool fish if you have a snorkel”
- Cleanliness
- clean
“Cute little beach, clean”
- Crowd level
- busy midday, quieter early/evening
“gets crowded after 10am”
- Beach size
- small
“Cute little beach”
Good to know
- rocky/pebble underfoot — water shoes advised — “water shoes are recommended but not necessary”
- difficult access via steps only — “the entrance is through the abandoned Yugoslavian hotel territory and via steps only”
Pros
- +Crystal-clear, calm water great for swimming
- +Plenty of natural shade from trees
- +Good snorkeling with plenty of fish
- +Scenic views of monastery/church and konoba
- +Close to the town center and restaurants
- +Less crowded than the Golden Horn
Cons
- −Gets very busy in the afternoon
- −Rocky/pebble surface, not ideal for sunbathing
- −Water shoes recommended
- −Difficult access via steps only, not very accessible
- −Nearest parking costs €10/day and infrastructure is minimal
FAQ
- Is Plaža Kotlina sandy?
- No, it is a pebble beach with rounded stones, so water shoes are recommended.
- When should I arrive to get a shady spot?
- Reviewers suggest arriving before 10am, as it fills up quickly and gets quieter again after 4pm.
- Is there parking nearby?
- The closest parking lot is reported to cost around €10 per day.
- Can you snorkel here?
- Yes, visitors report clear water with plenty of fish, making it good for snorkeling.
- Is it easy to reach?
- It is close to the center but access is via steps through former hotel grounds, so it is not very accessible.
Location
Šetalište Anđelka Rabadana, 21420, Bol, Croatia
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