Apartments and holiday homes in Igrane
Igrane is a small harbour village south of Drašnice, with old stone houses stepping down the slope to a long pebble beach and a slow, local pace.
Search stays in IgraneIgrane has only a few hundred residents, and its old houses climb the hillside above a small harbour and a long pebble beach. It was first mentioned in 1466, and Roman sarcophagi found in the cemetery show the site is much older. In the olive groves above the village stands the church of St Michael, dating from the 11th century and regarded as the most important medieval monument on the Makarska Riviera. Zalina kula, a 17th-century defence tower from the wars with the Ottomans, and a Baroque villa near the harbour complete a compact historic core.
It suits couples and families who want a quiet stay with a proper village around them rather than a resort strip. There are cafés, restaurants serving fish and local produce, and a harbour to watch in the evening, but for nightlife you head north to Makarska or Tučepi. Every one of our Igrane stays is close to the sea, and most look straight out over it.
Beaches
Igrane main beach
The long beach south-east of the harbour is the village's centrepiece: smaller pebbles, a fairly gentle slope into the water and a relaxed, family atmosphere. It is quieter than the big beaches of Makarska and Tučepi even in August.
Coves towards Drašnice
North-west of the village, the coast towards Drašnice is a chain of small pine-backed bays. Some are reached on foot, others more easily by boat or kayak. There are no facilities, so take water and shade.
Getting there and around
Igrane is on the D8 coastal road south of Podgora; from Split Airport allow around an hour and three-quarters to two hours. Coastal buses between Split and Dubrovnik stop here. The Drvenik ferry to Sućuraj on Hvar is a short drive south, and Makarska is about 20 minutes north. Ask whether your stay includes a parking space, as not every house has one.
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Tips before you book
- St Michael's church stands in the olive groves above the village and is worth the walk uphill.
- Houses on the slope may involve steps; check the route to the beach if that matters.
- The village is quiet in the evenings; go to Makarska or Tučepi for nightlife.
- Olive oil is still produced here, and local oil makes a good souvenir.
Frequently asked questions
Is Igrane good for a quiet holiday?
Yes. It is a small village with a harbour, a long pebble beach and a handful of cafés and restaurants, and evenings are calm. It suits couples and families who want peace but still like to stroll to dinner. For bigger shops and nightlife, Makarska is a short drive north.
What is there to see in Igrane?
The main sights are the 11th-century church of St Michael in the olive groves above the village, the 17th-century Zalina tower built for defence against the Ottomans and a Baroque villa near the harbour. Biokovo Nature Park rises behind the coast if you want to hike.
Is the beach in Igrane sandy?
It is mainly small pebble, with some finer patches, and slopes quite gently into the sea. It is comfortable for children, but water shoes are still a good idea.