Villas in Zaton (Šibenik)
Zaton suits larger groups who want a quiet bay village near Šibenik, with homes often sleeping eight or more. Check each listing for a pool; a promenade of about 3 km links the coves. Freshwater springs make the sea here brackish, so the water is less salty than on the open coast.
- Villas
- 9
- From, per week
- £634
About Zaton (Šibenik)
Zaton is a village of fewer than a thousand people in the north-west corner of Šibenik Bay, ringed by low hills. It is part of the City of Šibenik, and many residents work there; the local economy rests on farming, fishing and tourism. A promenade of about 3 km runs from Dobri dolac cove to Šarina draga, and the beaches at Zvizda and Šarina draga are on the north shore. The homes sit close together, and many are large, with four bedrooms or so. A rowing course built for the 1979 Mediterranean Games is still used for training.
Is Zaton (Šibenik) right for you?
- Best for
- Big family groups wanting calm water near Šibenik
- Not for you if
- You want fully salty open sea or a lively resort strip.
Near Zaton (Šibenik)
Lake Prokljan
A lake of low salinity fed by the Krka and linked by a narrow channel to Šibenik harbour; nearby villages, Zaton among them, are known for eel and fish dishes.
Krka National Park
The river park lies about 15 km from Skradin, where the Krka enters Lake Prokljan, and draws around 700,000 visitors a year.
Getting to Zaton (Šibenik)
Fly to Split. The drive from Split Airport to Zaton is about 62 km and takes just under an hour. Bus connections via Šibenik take over four hours, so hire a car; you will want one for Krka and the coast anyway.
Villas in Zaton (Šibenik)
4-star property
Villa Kursar
Zaton (Šibenik), Central Dalmatia, Croatia
14
7
0
Air ConBBQDishwasher+8 more
from£315
per night
3-star property
3-star property
4-star property
Ojdana
Zaton (Šibenik), Central Dalmatia, Croatia
8
4
0
Air ConBBQParking+7 more
from£121
per night
4-star property
3-star property
Agis
Zaton (Šibenik), Central Dalmatia, Croatia
4
1
0
Air ConBBQMicrowave+7 more
from£91
per night
4-star property
Carmen
Zaton (Šibenik), Central Dalmatia, Croatia
8
4
0
Air ConBBQDishwasher+11 more
from£239
per night
5-star property
Zaton (Šibenik) villa holidays: questions answered
Is the sea at Zaton salty?
Less than usual. Several freshwater springs in the village make the sea at Zaton brackish rather than fully salt water.
Where are the beaches in Zaton?
On the north coast. Zvizda and Šarina draga beaches lie there, and a promenade of about 3 km runs from Dobri dolac cove to Šarina draga.
Is Zaton good for large groups?
Yes, for groups that want space. Many homes in Zaton sleep eight or more with four bedrooms, and a pool is worth checking for on each listing.
How far is Zaton from Split Airport?
Just under an hour by car. The drive is about 62 km, while public transport via Šibenik takes four hours or more.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed November 2026.
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