Editorial update · 08 October 2026
Hilton’s Curio Collection has added a seafront address on Ugljan, close to Zadar by boat.
The appeal of the island just across from Zadar
Preko has everyday island life as well as access to the mainland. The Curio property offers a modern retreat while making it easy to explore Ugljan, local waterfront cafés and the quieter inland side of the island.
Preko’s strength is its island-village scale. The new Curio Collection hotel adds an international hospitality option without changing the essential reason to come: crossing the water, walking the quay and exploring Ugljan’s slower corners. The proximity to Zadar makes a short island stay more feasible.
Before you go
Check year-round ferry connections and do not assume every coastal service operates outside summer.
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