Zavala is a small harbor village, 13 km south of Jelsa, on the southern coast of Hvar. It is located on the local road that goes from Jelsa, through Pitve then through a long narrow and dark tunnel (1400 m). The tunnel is regulated with traffic light because it's so narrow that two cars can't pass each other.
Zavala offers some of the most beautiful pebble beaches and is much more tranquil than the other crowded resorts on the island. Mass tourism has not reached this area yet and there are several little coves where you can find some privacy. The most attractive beach is at Petrascica (with a cave).
Zavala is famous for its excellent white wine (bogdanjuša). Its attractions include the summer residence of the family Duboković-Nadalini (Biedermeyer style, about 1830) with the chapel of St. George (1866); further west, the former residence of the first owner of Zavala, Count Tadije Kačić (about 1630), and the residence of Zavala's 18th-century owner with the old chapel of St. Peter (1727) at the eastern end of the village.
Private Accommodation in Zavala:
 VILLA MARINGromin Dolac, Zvala - Apt. 1 (3 bedrooms, 5+2 persons, 90-100€) - Apt. 2 (1 bedroom, 2+2 persons, 60-70€) - Apt. 3 (1 bedroom, 2+2 persons, 60-70€) |
