How to get to Miraval from Split Airport (SPU) and other arrival points

From Split Airport (SPU) the simplest options to reach Miraval are a pre-arranged paid airport shuttle (book with the property) or a taxi; both take about 30–40 minutes to the historic centre. You can also use the public bus between the airport and Split centre and then walk (~5 minutes) to Miraval at Ulica Petra Zoranića 2.
In this guide
- From Split Airport (SPU): options and what to arrange
- Step-by-step: taking the airport bus to Miraval
- From Split ferry port, train station and coach stations
- Driving to Miraval and parking
- Arrival & check-in: what to arrange before you come
- Which room to request if you have preferences
- What to expect once you arrive in Split
From Split Airport (SPU): options and what to arrange
Miraval offers a paid airport shuttle that must be arranged in advance through the booking confirmation contact details; the property asks guests to arrange arrival details at least 24 hours before arrival. The property phone for BookResorts agents is +1 (888) 605-1350.
Taxis serve the airport and usually take about 30–40 minutes to Split’s historic centre where Miraval is located (Ulica Petra Zoranića 2). If you prefer public transport, take the airport bus or the route linking Trogir–Split and then walk to the guesthouse.
- Paid airport shuttle: arrange via the property before arrival
- Taxi: direct to the historic centre (no pre-arrangement required)
- Airport bus: gets you to central Split; final walk to Miraval is about 5 minutes
| Option | Typical travel time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel shuttle (arranged) | 30–40 minutes | Must be booked in advance via the property |
| Taxi | 30–40 minutes | Direct door-to-door to the historic centre |
| Airport bus + walk | 40–60 minutes | Bus to central Split, then ~5-minute walk to Miraval |
Step-by-step: taking the airport bus to Miraval
If you choose the public bus from Split Airport, take the regular airport bus or the route 37 service that links the airport and Split. Buses stop in central Split; from the stop, Miraval is a short walk.
From the bus stop in the city centre, follow signs to Diocletian’s Palace / Riva and walk toward Ulica Petra Zoranića 2. The guesthouse is about a five-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace.
- Buy bus tickets at the airport ticket office, a machine, or from the driver (methods vary).
- Check the bus’s final stop in Split so you can prepare to get off near the Old Town.
- After the bus, follow pedestrian routes to the Riva/Diocletian’s Palace area and then to Ulica Petra Zoranića.
| From | Action | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Split Airport bus stop | Board airport bus or route 37 | Arrive in central Split |
| Central Split stop | Walk toward Diocletian’s Palace | Reach Miraval in ~5 minutes |
From Split ferry port, train station and coach stations
Miraval is in Split’s historic centre and is within walking distance from the main transport nodes: roughly 10 minutes on foot from the ferry port, and about a 650-metre walk from Split’s train station.
If you arrive by long-distance bus or coach, the closest city bus/coach stops are a short walk away; Prima bus station is reported as about 300 metres from the property.
- Ferry port: walk toward the Riva and Diocletian’s Palace, then to Ulica Petra Zoranića 2 (about 10 minutes).
- Train station: about 650 metres; exit toward the Old Town and follow signs to the palace and Riva.
- Coach/Prima bus: about 300 metres to Miraval; confirm the exact stop for your arrival coach.
| Arrival point | Walking time to Miraval | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry port | About 10 minutes | Walk via the Riva and Diocletian’s Palace area |
| Train station | About 8–12 minutes | Approximately 650 metres to the guesthouse |
| Prima bus (local/coach) | About 3–5 minutes | Reported ~300 metres from the property |
Driving to Miraval and parking
Miraval is in Split’s historic centre where street space is limited. The property notes public parking nearby, with a public lot about 50 metres away and other paid options in the area.
OTAs and the property report a daily parking cost in the range of about €20–25 per day; availability and exact pricing can vary so plan for payment and expect to pay on arrival or at the lot.
- Public parking lot ~50 metres from the property (no reservation needed per property notes).
- Expect a daily parking charge; check current price with the property before arrival.
- Old Town streets can be pedestrianized—use the public parking lot rather than expecting to drive to the front door.
| Parking type | What to expect |
|---|---|
| On-site/public lot nearby | About €20–25/day; no reservation needed (confirm current price) |
| Street parking | Limited; check local rules and meters |
Arrival & check-in: what to arrange before you come
Miraval does not operate a traditional staffed front desk; the property requires guests to contact them in advance for check-in instructions at least 24 hours before arrival. Check-in hours listed are 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with express check-in available.
Bring government-issued photo ID at check-in and be prepared to leave a card or cash deposit for incidental charges if required. If you need an early arrival or late departure, arrange this with the property ahead of time.
- Contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for check-in instructions.
- Standard check-in: 2:00 PM–11:30 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM (express options may be available).
- If you booked a breakfast-included rate, breakfast is a continental service at a nearby restaurant ~300 metres away.
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Check-in hours | 2:00 PM–11:30 PM (express check-in available) |
| Check-out | Until 11:00 AM (express check-out available) |
| Breakfast (if included) | Continental breakfast served at a nearby restaurant (~300 m) |
Which room to request if you have preferences
Miraval has only four rooms. If you have a bed preference or want a named room type, request it when booking or when confirming arrival details: Casa Cubana Room, Casa Exotica Room, Flamingo Lounge Room, or Oriental Lounge Room.
Room specifics listed by the property include king-size beds in most rooms, minibars, in-room safes, flat-screen TVs with Netflix, and private bathrooms. Upper floors are reachable by stairs only—ask if mobility access is a concern.
- Casa Cubana Room — listed as a named room type at the property.
- Casa Exotica Room — named room type; check bed configuration on your booking.
- Flamingo Lounge Room — named room type; ask about decor and layout if important.
- Oriental Lounge Room — named room type with a king bed option.
| Room name | Note |
|---|---|
| Casa Cubana Room | Named room—confirm bedding and accessibility needs |
| Casa Exotica Room | Named room—confirm bedding and accessibility needs |
| Flamingo Lounge Room | Named room—confirm bedding and accessibility needs |

What to expect once you arrive in Split
Miraval sits about a five-minute walk from Diocletian’s Palace and the Riva waterfront promenade, so most central sights, restaurants, and the ferry port are within easy walking distance. Bicycle rental is available from the property for short local trips.
If you plan day trips (Blue Lagoon, Hvar, Krka), ferries and tour operators operate from the Split waterfront; for land trips such as Krka or Plitvice Lakes, coach and rental-car options are common from the city.
- Walk to Diocletian’s Palace and the Riva in about five minutes from Miraval.
- Bicycle rentals are offered by the property for exploring the Old Town and nearby Marjan Hill.
- For island excursions and many day-trip departures, head to the Riva and ferry/boat terminals.
| Nearby | Distance/notes |
|---|---|
| Diocletian’s Palace | About a 5-minute walk |
| Split ferry terminals | About 10 minutes on foot |
| Marjan Hill | About 2 km; taxi or longer walk |



