Having read all the reviews for this hotel we were so looking forward to our visit and booked in for 3 nights half board. On the first night we were offered the rather dirty, dog-eared menu; we explained we were on the half board option however, Benedikta told us that they really couldn't provide anything for the price so better to choose off the menu. This was curious as I'd booked direct by e-mail with Benedikta. Unfortunately, the food was so bad that Benedikta agreed to take two items off the bill [a pasta and a soup were inedible]. There were two other couples in the restaurant; 2 enjoyed their meal but the other 2 had complaints about the food too. We had to eat in as it was windy and chilly and I must say the inside is pretty depressing - much more could be done to make it attractive. On the other two nights we went to the restaurant at the jetty which was full and very lively, while Val, the hotel restaurant, was empty.
If you have the room at the end overlooking the bay, beware as the staff sit outside the kitchen below and smoke, this comes straight up to the room if you haven't closed the window.
Breakfasts were fine and full marks for the coffee. Perhaps it was end of season fatigue but there was no life or soul to the place; they have a gem with the building and location but need to do something to keep it.

The Island of Prvic is a real escape from the hassles of modern life. A short hop on the ferry from Sibenik, you can enjoy the peace and quiet and warm waters of this beautiful island and sleep in comfort at the Hotel Maestral. Our room on the top floor was enormous and spotlessly clean. The air conditioning (which was absolutely essential) was very effective yet quiet, the shutters were brilliant and we slept like kings in our huge comfortable beds. Benedikta and the staff were all very friendly and helpful and made our stay a real joy. We ate at the hotel on the first evening and went out to a local restaurant on the second and, to be honest, the menus were very similar. Fresh fish, simply cooked was the order of the day and very nice it was too. I want to let people know that this is a great place to stay and yet, selfishly, I want to keep it a secret. We look forward to returning and we hope that it doesn't change.

We just returned from an 11 day trip through Croatia which included a three night stay at Hotel Maestral. After a long day of travel we arrived on Prvic Luca and were immediately greeted by the friendly staff. Benedikta quickly checked in our group of 14 and lunch was served almost immediately.

What followed was three days of complete relaxation and pampering from the staff. The food, which we were always given a choice of content and timing, was unbelievable. Fresh and prepared with care. Our group was full of people who like to eat and can recognize a good meal; there was never a complaint about what was served. Thank you Tomislav!

The rooms, while ranging in size were clean and well kept. Not the largest rooms we encountered but definitely not the smallest either. The shutters block the morning sun which allows for a very good nights sleep. The cleaning staff (1 person) is very detail oriented and even laundered our clothes without us even asking.

The service was wonderful, being part of a large and sometimes boisterous group the staff was always cheerful and glad to help. Mirjana was kind enough to take us on a tour of a local museum on her own time. Filip, the owner, was always willing to answer a question. By the end of our stay the staff felt more like friends, cliché as that may sound this is the level of service that they provide.

After reading a few of the reviews I am a bit puzzled as to the expectations of these travelers. Prvic is what it is, a small island in the Adriatic with no cars and no more than 140-150 inhabitants. If you are looking for blazing internet, fancy soaps and shampoos in the shower, or crystal chandeliers in the entry you should stick to large chain hotels in the city. What you will get at Hotel Maestral is an incredible amount of value in a serene setting from a staff that cares.

My only regret is not staying longer. While the rest of our trip was lovely our time with Filip and team was the highlight. We look forward to coming back soon.