Private villa pools and shared outdoor pools within easy reach of the Adriatic. For families and groups who want the full summer holiday experience.
Zadar's Old Town is too compact for pool apartments, but the surrounding villages (Sukošan, Petrčane, and Bibinje) have a good supply of apartment complexes with shared outdoor pools, plus a handful of private villas. Expect to pay 20–40% more than a comparable apartment without a pool, but split across a family or group, that premium disappears fast.
Worth knowing: beachfront apartments within 50–100m of the sea are often a better option; the Adriatic is warm enough by June and swimmable well into October. For more bedroom options, see our family apartments section. Not sure where to base yourself? Our Zadar travel guide covers all the main areas.

A 2-bedroom apartment in a small complex with shared outdoor pool in Sukošan marina village. Kids love the pool; the sea is a 5-minute walk. Free parking included, full kitchen, A/C, sea-view terrace. Great value for a family of 4.

Petrčane is a quiet resort village north of Zadar, and this apartment combines sea views with shared pool access. Two bedrooms, A/C, free parking, two balconies. The village beach is a short walk downhill — crystal clear water, never crowded.

Rare combination: beachfront location, pool access, and a price that won't make your eyes water. Set in a small complex in Bibinje — the sea is directly in front, and you have a pool too. Two bedrooms, well-equipped kitchen. Book early, this fills up fast.

The only property on this list with a private pool, entirely for your group. A full Dalmatian villa with enclosed garden, BBQ, and garage parking. Three bedrooms, sleeps up to 8. For groups of 6+, the per-person cost works out very well.