Hotel Odisej

Island Mljet, Croatia

Distance to centre 0.0 km

Excellent

8.4 /10

Hotel Odisej is a three-star waterfront hotel in Pomena, surrounded by the forests of Mljet National Park. As the only hotel on Mljet, its strongest advantage is location: guests can combine National Park walks and cycling with sea swimming and easy access to seasonal passenger ferries arriving in Pomena.

This is best viewed as a nature-focused island hotel rather than a luxury resort. Travelers who value immediate access to Mljet National Park and a waterfront base are likely to appreciate it most, while those prioritising contemporary resort facilities may prefer a different type of accommodation.

Hotel Odisej occupies the waterfront in Pomena at the western end of Mljet. The saltwater lakes, walking and cycling paths and boat connections within the National Park are all close at hand, making the hotel particularly convenient for visitors whose main reason for staying on Mljet is to explore the protected western part of the island.

The hotel has 155 rooms and two suites, together with several on-site dining venues, a fitness room and basic wellness facilities. Its setting and access to nature are more important selling points than extensive resort amenities.

Rooms and suites at Hotel Odisej

The current accommodation range includes Classic, Superior, Deluxe and Family rooms, plus two Executive Suites. Room outlook and outdoor space vary considerably between categories, so it is worth choosing carefully if a balcony or sea view is important to you.

Classic rooms are the simplest option and may have park views, with some available with balconies. Superior rooms add sea views, while Deluxe rooms combine sea views with private balconies.

Family rooms are intended for up to four guests and have balconies overlooking parkland or, in some categories, the sea. The two Executive Suites provide two bedrooms, separate living and dining space and sea-view balconies.

Rooms include air conditioning, ensuite bathrooms with showers, minibars and satellite television. The hotel's current room information specifically promotes free WiFi in the lobby rather than throughout every guest room, so travelers who need reliable in-room internet should check the current arrangements before booking.

Sea swimming, wellness and fitness

Hotel Odisej is primarily a sea-swimming hotel rather than a pool resort. The waterfront position gives guests direct access to the Adriatic, while the surrounding National Park provides additional swimming opportunities in Malo Jezero and Veliko Jezero.

The hotel has an outdoor children's seawater pool and sun terrace. Wellness facilities include a sauna, massage and beauty treatments, while a fitness room is available for guests who want to exercise during their stay.

For active travelers, the real advantage is the location rather than the hotel facilities themselves: walking, cycling, kayaking and swimming within Mljet National Park are all easy to build into a stay in Pomena.

Restaurants and bars

Hotel Odisej currently has several places to eat and drink:

Restaurant Odisej is the main hotel restaurant, serving buffet breakfast and dinner with an emphasis on regional and seafood dishes.
Levanat Pizzeria serves pizza, lasagne, salads and gelato in a more casual setting.
Vista Mare Beach Bar is a seasonal waterfront option for drinks beside Pomena Bay.
Maestral Snack Bar in the hotel lobby serves sandwiches, desserts, ice cream, cakes and drinks.

Breakfast is served at Restaurant Odisej, but whether it is included depends on the room rate or package booked. Some restaurants and bars operate seasonally, so the full dining selection can be more limited outside the main visitor season.

Location in Pomena and Mljet National Park

Pomena is one of the best bases on Mljet for exploring the National Park. From Hotel Odisej, guests can quickly reach the walking and cycling routes around Malo Jezero and Veliko Jezero and continue towards the boats serving St Mary Island and its Benedictine monastery.

The location is particularly convenient if most of your stay will be spent inside the National Park. The trade-off is that Pomena is at the western end of Mljet, so beaches, villages and attractions elsewhere on the island require road transport.

Getting to Hotel Odisej

For travelers without a car, seasonal passenger catamarans can connect Dubrovnik and other Dalmatian destinations directly with Pomena. When a Pomena service matches your travel dates, Hotel Odisej is only a short distance from the arrival point.

Check our Dubrovnik to Mljet passenger ferry guide and always confirm the current operator timetable before travel because routes and Pomena calls are seasonal.

If you are bringing a car, use the Prapratno to Sobra car ferry. The car ferry arrives at Sobra on the eastern side of the island, so you will then need to drive across Mljet to Pomena.

Best reasons to stay at Hotel Odisej

Exceptional National Park location: one of the easiest bases for exploring Mljet's saltwater lakes and western walking and cycling routes.
Mljet's only hotel: useful for travelers who prefer a traditional hotel rather than apartments or guesthouses.
Waterfront setting: direct access to Adriatic swimming without needing to drive to a beach.
Convenient for foot passengers: seasonal catamarans can arrive directly in Pomena.
Sea-view room options: Superior, Deluxe and Executive categories are available for travelers who prioritise the outlook.
Several dining options: useful in a small island village where the number of alternatives varies with the season.

Things to consider before booking

This is a three-star nature hotel rather than a luxury resort, and some accommodation is relatively simple.
Not every room has a balcony or sea view, so choose the room category carefully.
There is no large adult resort swimming pool; the hotel is better suited to travelers who enjoy swimming in the sea and National Park lakes.
Pomena is excellent for the National Park but remote from eastern Mljet, so exploring the whole island requires transport.
Direct passenger ferries to Pomena are seasonal and should be checked for your exact travel dates.
Travelers arriving with a car use Sobra rather than Pomena, followed by a drive across the island.
Dining and waterfront services can be seasonal, particularly outside the main visitor period.
Travelers with specific mobility requirements should contact the hotel directly to confirm suitable rooms and access routes before booking.

Who is Hotel Odisej best for?

Hotel Odisej is best for nature lovers, walkers, cyclists and independent travelers who want to stay as close as possible to Mljet National Park. It also works well for couples and families who prefer the convenience of a hotel with restaurants and reception services over self-catering accommodation.

Travelers expecting a polished luxury resort, large swimming pools or extensive evening entertainment may find the hotel too simple. Its real value comes from waking up in Pomena with the National Park and Adriatic immediately outside.

What is nearby?

The main sights around Hotel Odisej are natural rather than urban. Malo Jezero and Veliko Jezero, the National Park's walking and cycling routes and boat connections to St Mary Island are all close to Pomena.

For ideas beyond the immediate National Park area, see our guide to attractions on Mljet and the complete Mljet travel guide.