Beach Pakomina

Pakomina Restaurant, adjacent to the beach, draws crowds for its fresh seafood and laid-back waterfront vibe, earning a 4.9/5 rating for dishes like grilled squid and octopus salad[5]. Pakomina Restaurant provides outdoor seating with sea views, while Restaurant Preza (4.6/5) in Uvala Pokrivenik, 7 km west, serves Mediterranean cuisine in a cozy, fireplace-lit setting. Konoba BOLAT (4.8/5), 14 km southeast, impresses with hyper-local Dalmatian recipes and wheelchair-accessible facilities.

For adventurous foodies, Val Marina Restaurant (4.9/5) near Hvar Town offers upscale seafood plates and sunset cocktails, though it’s a 45-minute drive. Closer options like Fish Restaurant Veprinova (4.9/5) blend affordability with quality, though currently listed as temporarily closed.

Hotel Timun (4.3/5), 5 km west in Pokrivenik, provides basic rooms with Adriatic views and proximity to hiking trails. While no hotels sit directly on Beach Pakomina, nearby private summer houses offer rustic stays[1]. For full-service resorts, Medora Auri Family Beach Resort (4.6/5) in Podgora (65 km south) features pools and a spa, while Beach Bay Hvar Hotel (4.7/5) delivers luxury 25 km west but requires a boat or car.

Budget-conscious travelers might prefer Hotel Hvar (4.1/5) in Jelsa, 20 km southwest, with indoor/outdoor pools. Resort Fontana (3.8/5) provides casual stays 18 km away but lacks the intimate charm of Pakomina’s private rentals.

The beach features basic amenities with stone-paved sunbathing areas and natural shade from surrounding vegetation[4]. No formal restrooms or showers exist on-site, encouraging visitors to use facilities at nearby restaurants like Pakomina Restaurant. Rental equipment (umbrellas, loungers) appears limited, aligning with the area’s undeveloped character.

Summer houses near the cove provide self-catering options, while the lack of commercial vendors enhances its secluded atmosphere. Travelers should bring essentials like water and snacks, though barbecue facilities might be available through private rentals[1][4].

Swimming dominates here due to calm, shallow waters and exceptional visibility[3][4]. Kayaking and paddleboarding are feasible during calm mornings, although no rental kiosks exist on-site—visitors often bring their own gear. Nearby boat ramps allow private vessels to access the cove, ideal for small-boat fishing or coastal exploration[1].

Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy trails connecting Gdinj village to the beach (8 km), offering panoramic Adriatic views. While snorkeling isn’t formally organized, the rocky seabed near the shore teems with marine life for self-guided exploration[3][4].

The natural pebble terrain and lack of ramps make wheelchair access challenging[4]. Pakomina Restaurant offers wheelchair-friendly seating[extensions], but beach entry requires navigating uneven ground. Visitors with mobility issues might prefer staying at Medora Auri Resort (65 km south), which has ADA-compliant facilities.

No beach wheelchairs or formal assistance services exist on-site. Caregivers should note the 200m walk from the parking area includes a moderately sloped, unpaved path.

A free unpaved lot adjacent to the beach accommodates 15-20 vehicles, plus street parking along the access road[extensions]. No fees apply, though spaces fill quickly during peak summer weekends. The lot’s compact size reinforces the beach’s off-the-beaten-path status, encouraging early arrivals or visits outside July-August.

Larger vehicles/RVs might struggle with the narrow approach road from Gdinj village. Boat owners can anchor offshore, as the cove’s depth allows easy mooring close to shore[5].

Beach Pakomina’s name likely derives from local dialect terms for sheltered anchorages. The cove’s pebbles contain rare green-blue metamorphic rocks from Hvar’s geological folds. During WWII, partisans used nearby caves to hide from Axis forces.

The beach remains a filming location secret—its untouched aesthetics attract photo shoots, yet it avoids tourist guidebook hype. Nighttime brings bioluminescent plankton displays in summer, though sightings require minimal light pollution.

Gdinj Village (8 km inland) showcases traditional Dalmatian stone architecture and historic chapels. The abandoned medieval village of Malo Grablje, 25 km west, offers hauntingly beautiful ruins and a renowned konoba (tavern).

Hvar Town’s 13th-century fort (45 km southwest) provides sweeping island views, while Stari Grad Plain (UNESCO-listed) 30 km away displays ancient Greek agricultural divisions. Closer to Pakomina, secluded coves like Uvala Pokrivenik (7 km west) reward explorers with quieter swimming spots.