Title: Hotel Lika Sjever Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Lika Sjever A cozy retreat where travelers recharge with delicious breakfasts before exploring, and return to comfortable spaces designed for unwinding after a day's adventures ## Photo gallery for Hotel Lika Sjever ![Restaurant - Hotel Lika Sjever (Brinje)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39610000/39607700/39607607/542bbff9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Hotel Lika Sjever (Brinje)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39610000/39607700/39607607/1adffd90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Hotel Lika Sjever (Brinje)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39610000/39607700/39607607/4d4dab6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Hotel Lika Sjever (Brinje)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39610000/39607700/39607607/92492ac1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Hotel Lika Sjever (Brinje)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39610000/39607700/39607607/597ac1e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Lika Sjever welcomes guests with a charming setting and free self-serve breakfast. Enjoy coffee at the café, local dishes at the restaurant, or drinks at the bar. Free WiFi and luggage storage, plus attentive staff, ensure a comfortable stay. ## Reviews 4.8 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 12 - Jan 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 13 - Jan 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=39607607&PinnedHotelID=39607607&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ### View all photos for Single Room ![Single Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39610000/39607700/39607607/9128e9b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Minibar Satellite channels - 236 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39610000/39607700/39607607/b342e78d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Minibar Satellite channels - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBrinje-Hotels-Hotel-Lika-Sjever.h39607607.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBrinje-Hotels-Hotel-Lika-Sjever.h39607607.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.00611%2C15.12913&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NmEE2HIBppcXq8gE1ZDE8daxT50=) A1 smjer Split-Zagreb odmoriste Brinje, Brinje, 53000 #### What's nearby - Velebit National Park \- 12 min drive \- 8.9 miles - Kuterevo Bear Sanctuary \- 28 min drive \- 23.3 miles - Senj Harbor \- 34 min drive \- 19.1 miles - Plitvice Lakes National Park \- 46 min drive \- 35.3 miles - Veliki Slap Waterfall \- 61 min drive \- 38.3 miles #### Getting around - Oštarije Station - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Restoran Lika - ‬16 min drive - ‪Odmorište Gacka Dolina - ‬11 min drive - ‪Gacka Dolina - ‬22 min drive - ‪Restoran Viktorija - ‬12 min drive - ‪VICI d.o.o. - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Lika Sjever Property highlights Consider a stay at Hotel Lika Sjever and take advantage of free self-service breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property, coffee/tea in reception and luggage storage - A front desk safe, a 24-hour front desk and a lift Room features All guest rooms at Hotel Lika Sjever offer thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as late-night room service and free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds - Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Heating, housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39220000/39218300/39218205/052b6413.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top Location, Brand new, super fast internet Donji Grad - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=39218205&PinnedHotelID=39218205&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33665000/33664952/12e17baf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Apartments and Rooms Pavek Pisarovina - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=33664952&PinnedHotelID=33664952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46210000/46201900/46201835/180-0df711e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### STUDIO GREEN near city center, free parking, wifi, at banks of river Sava Trnje - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review £51 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=46201835&PinnedHotelID=46201835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42140000/42132800/42132726/67cb66a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rooms Sport Sesvete - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=42132726&PinnedHotelID=42132726&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116990000/116981400/116981326/b053ae5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aria Plitvice Plitvicka Jezera - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=116981326&PinnedHotelID=116981326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3750000/3748400/3748398/42268b3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House Tina - Bed and Breakfast Rakovica - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 191 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=3748398&PinnedHotelID=3748398&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4210000/4208600/4208501/1dfb3ebb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Mirni Kutak Otocac - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 87 reviews £97 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=4208501&PinnedHotelID=4208501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ground Floor | Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112110000/112107000/112106966/fe9616b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yeti Cabin Plitvicka Jezera - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Extra beds/cots £136 includes taxes & fees 28 Jan - 29 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=112106966&PinnedHotelID=112106966&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32890000/32884200/32884147/f8a9e4af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Amarilis Netretic - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.8 Excellent 77 reviews £59 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=32884147&PinnedHotelID=32884147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 17.0 per night. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October to 31 March, EUR 0.90 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.45 per night for guests aged 12-17 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. - A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 30 September, EUR 1.20 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.60 per night for guests aged 12-17 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 17.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds This property accepts credit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Hotel Lika Sjever Hotel Hotel Lika Sjever Brinje Hotel Lika Sjever Hotel Brinje ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Lika Sjever pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hotel Lika Sjever? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Lika Sjever? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Lika Sjever? ### Where is Hotel Lika Sjever located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Lika Sjever Reviews 4.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.6 Cleanliness ### 4.6 Staff & service ### 2.0 Eco-friendliness ### 5.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Andres 2 Jan 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ni te arrimes. ESTAFADORES Espantoso. Para no repetir. Sucio viejo trato desagradable y encima te lo venden aquí a 50€ y cuando llegas allí ni reserva ni leches, 90€ si quieres dormir y si no duerme en el coche. La asistencia de hoteles ante el problema también nefasta y nula. Entendían mucho mi frustración pero soluciones CERO. Pero así de grande CEROOO ##### Andres Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Tony 1 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service Buen opara pasar la noche pero el personal es muy antipático. Había pre-pagado la habitación y me dijeron que era imposible. Tuve que sacar comprobantes y tuvieron que llamar a la dirección del hotel para enterarse. Personal muy pero muy antipático. ##### Tony Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sabine 28 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Klasse Übernachtungshotel Das Hotel liegt dirjet an der A1 und jst daher perfekt für die Übernachtung auf der Heimreise. Das Zimmer war sauber und unser Hund war auch kein Problem. Leiderfunktionierte die Klimaanlage nicht (oder wir waren zu dusselig) dann wäre alles perfekt gewesen. Da wir vor dem Frühstück sxhon abreisen wollten, bekamen wir ein paar Sandwichs mit und Kaffee to go, ohne zusätzliche Kosten, das fanden wir klasse. Sehr zuvorkommend ! ##### Sabine Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Henri 21 Dec 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Henri Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Andreas 7 Aug 2021 ##### Andreas Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shell Luxury Residences](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zadar-Hotels-Luxury-Apartment-Periska.h39421856.Hotel-Information) > > [Maistra Select Family Hotel Amarin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovinj-Hotels-Family-Hotel-Amarin.h2461795.Hotel-Information) > > [Aminess Vival Port9 Residence ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Korcula-Hotels-Port-9-Apartments.h10106943.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluesun Hotel Jadran](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tucepi-Hotels-Bluesun-Hotel-Jadran.h54273907.Hotel-Information) > > [\[PLACES\] Hvar by Valamar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stari-Grad-Hotels-HvarPLACESHOTEL-By-Valamar.h5130567.Hotel-Information) > > [Lone Hotel by Maistra Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovinj-Hotels-Hotel-Lone-Rovinj.h4561218.Hotel-Information) > > [Olivia Green Camping](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tisno-Hotels-Camp-Dalmacija.h39175982.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluesun Hotel Berulia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brela-Hotels-Bluesun-Hotel-Berulia.h2814409.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Olympia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vodice-Hotels-Hotel-Olympia.h1310211.Hotel-Information) > > [Aminess Laurel Khalani Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarska-Hotels-Aminess-Khalani-Beach-Hotel.h73776661.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluesun Hotel Neptun](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tucepi-Hotels-Bluesun-Hotel-Neptun.h2805571.Hotel-Information) > > [Maslina Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stari-Grad-Hotels-Maslina-Resort.h76161496.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Milna Osam - Adults only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milna-Hotels-Hotel-Milna-Osam-Adults-Only.h6330336.Hotel-Information) > > [Maistra Select Island Hotel Istra ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovinj-Hotels-Maistra-Istra-Hotel-Rovinj.h1504267.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Excelsior](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubrovnik-Hotels-Hotel-Excelsior.h868175.Hotel-Information) > > [Pharos Hvar Bayhill Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hvar-Hotels-Pharos-Hvar-Bayhill-Hotel.h1611250.Hotel-Information) > > [Gava Waterman Milna Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milna-Hotels-Gava-Waterman-Milna-Resort.h17460996.Hotel-Information) > > [Maistra Select Amarin Resort ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovinj-Hotels-Resort-Amarin.h1502989.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Mediterranea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bol-Hotels-Villa-Mediterranea.h17450257.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Brown Beach House & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trogir-Hotels-Hotel-Brown-Beach-House-Spa.h15831690.Hotel-Information) > > [Spirito Santo Palazzo Storico](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovinj-Hotels-Spirito-Santo-Palazzo-Storico.h18740252.Hotel-Information) > > [Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hvar-Hotels-Amfora-Hvar-Grand-Beach-Resort.h1467967.Hotel-Information) > > [D-Resort Šibenik](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sibenik-Hotels-D-Resort-Sibenik.h11050080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Jezero Plitvice Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plitvicka-Jezera-Hotels-Hotel-Jezero.h45860182.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluesun Hotel Elaphusa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bol-Hotels-Bluesun-Hotel-Elaphusa.h1436631.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Park Hotel Rovinj by Maistra Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovinj-Hotels-Grand-Park-Hotel-Rovinj.h34782112.Hotel-Information) > > [Eden Hotel by Maistra Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rovinj-Hotels-Maistra-Eden-Hotel-Rovinj.h1504268.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Plaza Verudela Pula](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pula-Hotels-Park-Plaza-Verudela-Pula.h2332974.Hotel-Information) > > [Koversada Rooms](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vrsar-Hotels-Naturist-Park-Koversada-Villas.h1508675.Hotel-Information) ---