A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated December 2023.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Unique. Elegant. Popular among couples and women. Only a 15-minute walk away from Dubrovnik’s Old Town, this luxurious 5-star hotel offers a beach, 2 restaurants and a classy spa centre. Free car transfer to the Old Town during the summer season is included. Rooms at Villa Dubrovnik are spacious and have a private balcony and a terrace. Most enjoy beautiful views of Lokrum Island and the sea. There property offers a beautiful lounge room with garden furniture and a library room. Room service is available 24 hours a day and WiFi is free of charge. In-room breakfast is served at a surcharge. At the Villa Spa, the indoor pool opens onto a deck terrace with sun loungers and parasols. There is a bio sauna, steam baths and a wide range of beauty and spa treatments available. Dubrovnik Villa also offers a 24-hour concierge service and personalised excursions.Show full description
One of the most UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC boutique hotels in Dubrovnik. It is one of the most popular small luxury hotels in Dubrovnik, among couples!
Highly elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. At the seafront of Gruz Bay and a 10-minute drive from Dubrovnik's Old Town, this 5-star boutique offers elegantly furnished rooms with stylish bathrooms. Guests enjoy free use of the sauna and the outside swimming pool. All of the Kazbek’s spacious rooms include king-size beds, large HD TVs, fluffy bathrobes and slippers, as well as luxurious toiletries. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are available as well. The former residence of 16th-century nobility has been fully renovated. The gourmet restaurant serves Croatian specialties made from only the freshest and locally produced ingredients. The closest beach is 800 metres away. Car rental and services such as dry cleaning and laundry facilities can be arranged by the staff. Dubrovnik's Ferry Port and Bus Stop can be reached in 2.3 km, while the airport is 22 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most elegant and romantic small luxury hotel in Dubrovnik.
Relaxing atmosphere. Beautiful. Set on the beachfront, the 5-starBoutique Hotel More offers elegant accommodation, an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants and the unique Cave Bar. Surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation, it is located on the Lapad Peninsula, only 3.5 km from Dubrovnik’s Old Town. All rooms and suites comprise sea view or garden view and air conditioning. The flat-screen TV comes with free Pay-per-view and satellite channels. Each unit has a private bathroom with marble elements and a bathtub. Wellness & Beauty More consists of the fitness centre and Hydro tub. Restaurant Tramuntana offers local Dalmatian dishes based on the best selection of Adriatic sea food. Cave Bar More, located in a natural cave split into 3 levels beneath the hotel, features a spectacular setting where you can relax with a wide choice of beverages and snacks. Free Wi-fi is available throughout the property. Free parking is also provided on site. A path that stretches along the entire peninsula and passes right next to the property is ideal for walking, relaxing by the sea and enjoying pine tree shades. A local bus stop with frequent links to the UNESCO-protected historic centre is in the immediate vicinity. Dubrovnik Bus Station and Ferry Port are 4 km away, while Dubrovnik International Airport is 23 km from the More Boutique Hotel.Show full description
Delightful property. Unique. Great views. Popular among couples. Set on a spectacular cliff above Miramare Bay, the Bellevue Hotel offers splendid sea views from all rooms. Dubrovnik's old town is 1.2 km away. The luxurious spa area has a Mediterranean atmosphere and features a sauna as well as a gym. Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik offers a lovely pebbly beach with the Nevera beach restaurant. The à la carte Vapor Restaurant serves a fusion of Dalmatian seafood delicacies and international dishes from Europe, Africa and the Middle East. The Wine Bar offers a rich selection of more than 180 domestic and international wines and sparkling wines as well as a wine tasting and finger food to match the selection. Guests can make use of the indoor pool with its superb sea view and treat themselves to a relaxing massage. Featuring a nautical theme, the Bellevue has air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, satellite TV, a bathrobe and slippers. Although the historic centre of Dubrovnik is easily reachable on foot, you can also take a bus from the nearby stop. The hotel provides limousine and car transports to the city centre and to Dubrovnik Airport, at an extra charge.Show full description
The most BEAUTIFUL small luxury hotel in Dubrovnik. It also has outstanding views.
Opened February 2023. Located in Dubrovnik, 1 km from Beach Šulić, Palace Natali provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a concierge service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms have a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Palace Natali have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and vegetarian options. You can play billiards and darts at this 5-star hotel, and car hire is available. Popular points of interest near Palace Natali include Bellevue Beach, Buza Beach and Orlando Column. The nearest airport is Dubrovnik Airport, 17 km from the hotel.Show full description
Historic property. Charming. Great location. Featuring a restaurant and a wine bar, The Pucić Palace is housed in an 18-th century baroque palace just steps away from the Stradun Promenade in Dubrovnik Old Town. This 5-star property combines modern amenities with stone walls and exclusive furnishings. Free WiFi access is provided in all areas. All elegantly-furnished rooms are air-conditioned and come with a flat-screen TV, a minibar and a safe. Private bathrooms include a separate bathtub and a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Bathrobes and slippers are provided in all units. Guests staying at The Pucić Palace also enjoy complimentary access to the exclusive Banje Beach, 600 metres from the hotel, including a beach towel, parasol and sun lounger. A rich a la carte breakfast is served daily. During lunch and dinner guests can treat themselves to local and international delicacies on the Gundulić Square-facing Cafe Royal, while The La Capella Terrace and Restaurant serves Mediterranean fare on the alfresco terrace. The hotel tour desk can assist in organizing various excursions and daytrips. The Pucić Palace is located 21 km from Dubrovnik Airport and 3.5 km from Gruž Port.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most HISTORIC boutique hotel in Dubrovnik.
Historic. Good breakfast. Great value. Enjoying a quiet location with views over Gruz Harbour, the Hotel Lapad is set in a historic building surrounded by a large outdoor pool and palm trees. Clear lines are combined with luxurious fabrics in the modern rooms. All of them are air-conditioned and feature flat-screen satellite TVs, minibars and tea and coffee making facilities. Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel free of charge. The Lapad hotel is only 3 km away from the Old Town of Dubrovnik, which is easily reachable by a local bus, leaving every 10 minutes. The beach is only 600 metres away. In the à-la-carte grill restaurant you can enjoy a delicious lunch menu on the garden terrace. Live music and pool parties can be enjoyed 5 days a week from June to September.Show full description
A tip: Explore by neighbourhood. You can find small luxury hotels within or near different neighbourhoods of Dubrovnik here: LapadOld TownBabin KukPloceSveti Jakov
Relaxing atmosphere. Rooftop bar. Comfortable beds. Set 4 km from the UNESCO-protected Dubrovnik Old Town, Royal Palm Hotel is a luxury hotel featuring a wellness centre and indoor and outdoor pools. An à-la-carte restaurant and bar offer a spacious terrace with unique sea views. All rooms are modernly furnished and feature air-conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV and a minibar. A balcony overlooking the sea or the park is available in each unit. Free WiFi access is provided in all rooms and in public areas. Breakfast is served each morning at the hotel’s restaurant. The wellness centre offers sauna, massages, swimming pools and a fitness area. A beach featuring sun loungers and parasols is just 50 metres away. The popular Copacabana beach can be reached in 1 km, while Lapad Bay is 1 km away. The Montenegrin border can be reached in 35 km. Local buses stop just 50 metres away and drive to the entrance to the Old Town. Dubrovnik Airport can be reached in 24 km.Show full description
Superb breakfast. Cosy rooms.Opened May 2021. Located in Dubrovnik, less than 1 km from Bellevue Beach, Boutique Hotel Porto provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Boutique Hotel Porto every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. Lapad Bay Beach is 1.8 km from the accommodation, while Beach Šulić is 2 km away. The nearest airport is Dubrovnik Airport, 19 km from Boutique Hotel Porto.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast and very cosy rooms.
Historic. Elegant. Great location. Located on the doorstep of Dubrovnik's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik boasts an indoor pool and a wellness centre with saunas, a hammam, fitness and massage facilities. Set in a historic building built in 1897, the guest rooms are reflecting late 19th century charm combining it at the same time with modern technology. All the air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV. The private bathrooms are fitted with a bath containing an overhead shower. A wide selection of seasonal Mediterranean specialities based on local ingredients, complemented by fruity Dalmatian wines, are served at the Imperial Terrace. The spacious terrace and lounge area of the Executive Lounge offers panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea and Dubrovnik's ancient walls. Coffee, light lunches or afternoon tea can be enjoyed at Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik's lobby bar, which provides a view of Fort Lovrijenac. The Stradun Promenade can be reached within 300 metres. The Dubrovnik Old Harbour, with a tourist boat departing to the scenic island of Lokrum, is 750 metres away. The pebbly Banje Beach, and a cable car leading to Srđ Hill, are 850 metres away. Dubrovnik Airport is located at a distance of 20 km and airport shuttle service can be arranged at a surcharge.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a great location in Dubrovnik!
Very stylish. Comfortable beds. Great value.Opened September 2022. Set in Dubrovnik, less than 1 km from Bellevue Beach, City Hotel Dubrovnik offers accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 1.8 km from Lapad Bay Beach, 2 km from Beach Šulić and 2.7 km from Orlando Column. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, an ATM and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At City Hotel Dubrovnik every room has bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or American breakfast is available every morning at the property. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Onofrio's Fountain is 2.8 km from the accommodation, while Pile Gate is 2.8 km away. The nearest airport is Dubrovnik Airport, 19 km from City Hotel Dubrovnik.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most STYLISH small luxury hotel in Dubrovnik. It also has super comfortable beds and great affordability!
Unique. Featuring a large spa area with a year-round indoor pool and seasonal outdoor pools offering panoramic sea views, this 5-star hotel is a 15-minute walk away from Dubrovnik's Old Town. All of the air-conditioned rooms at the Rixos Premium Dubrovnik feature stylish, modern furniture, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a spacious bathroom. Including 3 bars and 3 restaurants, Rixos Premium Dubrovnik offers culinary pleasures from international cuisines. You can taste exclusive teppanyaki specialities at the Umi Teppanyaki Restaurant or enjoy in seafood menus at the Libertas Fish Restaurant. At the sports bar, you can drink alcoholic beverages while enjoying Adriatic views. The 2-storey spa centre features a Turkish bath, an indoor and an outdoor pool, as well as numerous rejuvenating treatment areas. For fun and entertainment, Rixos Premium Dubrovnik offers a casino.Show full description
Great interior design. Great views. Popular among women. Overlooking the sea in the beautiful Lapad Bay, the Kompas hotel can be found near a pebbly beach and the popular promenade, only a 15-minute bus ride from Dubrovnik's Old Town. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. Decorated in a modern style, the spacious rooms feature balconies while extras include a flat screen-TV with satellite channels, free toiletries, minibar and safety deposit box. The private bathrooms are fitted with a bath or shower. The hotel boasts a restaurant and two bars. Dinner is either a la carte, or in case od half-board, its is served as a selection of menus to choose from. At the property you will also find a gift shop. Refresh yourself with a drink at the Luna Bar, which is next to the beautiful outdoor swimming pool. The hotel also features a full service spa & wellness area with an indoor pool, fitness equipment and various body and facial treatments. Deck chairs by the pool are available free of charge. Other services like dedicated concierge, car rental and the possibility to book excursions on site are provided. Parking is available at an additional cost. Dubrovnik Airport is located at a distance of 23 km.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Popular among couples. Boasting an adult-only rooftop pool and a bar with panoramic views of the Lapad Bay, Royal Blue Hotel enjoys a peaceful beach-front location in Babin Kuk in Dubrovnik. Set within the Importanne Resort, this hotel offers an indoor pool, spa centre and a sauna. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Offering a balcony, every room at this hotel is air conditioned and fitted with a flat-screen cable TV. Some rooms include views of the sea. There is a private bathroom in each room, with bath robes, slippers and free toiletries included. Dining options include a buffet and à la carte restaurant while guests can relax at the on-site bar. There is a 24-hour front desk, a cash machine and a gift shop on-site. Car hire is available as well as the airport shuttle service. Dubrovnik Airport can be reached within 25 km. Royal Blue Hotel is a 10-minute drive away from Dubrovnik’s Old Town. Guests can take a 20-minute bus ride to Dubrovnik's centre from a station located few metres down the road.Show full description
This luxury hotel has a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool.
Charming. Nice style. Superb interior design. Fully renovated in the summer of 2013, Stari Grad is one of only 2 hotels within the Old Town walls of Dubrovnik. This historic residence offers 9 spacious guest bedrooms and free Wi-Fi in all areas. All rooms in Hotel Stari Grad are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV and a safety deposit box. Every guest room also has a private en suite bathroom featuring a hydromassage shower. The breakfast is served on the rooftop terrace restaurant, where guests can enjoy panoramic views of the Old Town, Adriatic Sea and the surrounding islands while indulging in freshly prepared and varied selection of food. Stari Grad Hotel is situated on a quiet street, yet only steps away from the vibrant Stradun Street. The ferry terminal is 3 km away, from where there are ferries to various Adriatic destinations. Airport shuttle can be arranged upon previous request. Excursions to various islands and other attractive sites can also be organised by the front desk. Hotel Stari Grad is 18 km from Dubrovnik International Airport. Car parking is available outside the old town walls.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most WELL DESIGNED boutique hotels in Dubrovnik.
Great views. Set just next to the seaside in Lapad, surrounded with pine forest, Royal Princess Hotel offers lovely sea views. The property features an à la carte restaurant with a large terrace overlooking the Adriatic Sea. The luxuriously decorated air-conditioned suites include balconies, LCD satellite TVs and a coffee maker. Massages, 2 pools, and a steam bath are at guests’ disposal. The private bathroom comes with shower or bathtub and free toiletries. Free WiFi access is provided in all rooms and public areas. Dubrovnik’s Old Town with its famous landmarks is 5 km from the Princess. Guests can enjoy a stroll along the Stradun Promenade or have a ride in a cable car and admire panoramic views of the city. A local Bus Stop can be found just outside the hotel and every 15 minutes a bus takes tourists to Dubrovnik’s city centre. Dubrovnik Airport is 25 km away and airport shuttle can be organised upon request.Show full description
Great breakfast. Rooftop pool. The family-owned Berkeley Hotel is located at the beautiful Gruž harbour of Dubrovnik and offers modernly furnished rooms and apartments, some of which featuring sea views. The property's on-site spa offers massage, facial, body and nail treatments. Services like car rental, an airport shuttle, fishing excursions and luxury boat charter are available on request. The famous Old Town of Dubrovnik is only 2 km away and is easily reachable by local bus services, running every 10 to 15 minutes from in front of the hotel. The rooms and suites are modernly and stylishly furnished, and the delicious breakfast is a great start of the day. Within a 10-minute walk at the most you can reach domestic and international ferry services, water taxis and the main bus station. Parking is available at the parking lot of the Berkeley Hotel.Show full description
Popular among women. Offering a spa and wellness center with indoor and outdoor pools, saunas and steam baths and surrounded by Mediterranean greenery, Hotel Uvala is located a short walk away from the nearest beach on Lapad Peninsula in Dubrovnik. Free Wi-Fi is provided in all areas. All rooms in this property are air-conditioned and feature a balcony, a satellite TV, a safe and a minibar. Private bathrooms comprise a bathtub or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests staying at Hotel Uvala can also relax in the hot tub or book a massage. Several popular beaches are within 90 meters. The hotel restaurant serves a diverse selection of meat and fish dishes. The summer terrace offers views over the Lapad Bay, while the Rozolin Bar is an inviting place to enjoy a refreshing hot or cold beverage. Local buses stop in front of the hotel and take 15 minutes to get to the Old Town. Main Bus Station and the Ferry Port are 4 km from the hotel. Dubrovnik Airport is 25 km away.Show full description
Newly opened, August 2023. Ideally set in the Old Town district of Dubrovnik, 7oaks Noble House is situated 500 metres from Porporela Beach, 600 metres from Beach Šulić and 200 metres from Orlando Column. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property is 100 metres from the city centre and 500 metres from Buza Beach. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. At 7oaks Noble House the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Onofrio's Fountain, Pile Gate and Ploce Gate. The nearest airport is Dubrovnik, 17 km from 7oaks Noble House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Situated amidst green pines and olive trees, Valamar Tirena Hotel is located near the old town of Dubrovnik on the coast of the Babin Kuk peninsula, only a short walk away from the beach. Offering a beautiful pool area, high-quality service and quiet surroundings, Valamar Tirena Hotel is only a short bus ride away from the historic centre. The comfortable rooms have air conditioning and look onto the fragrant green park or the beautiful blue sea. Whether enjoying breakfast or dinner, you will be entertained by great chefs preparing a variety of local and international specialities during attractive show cooking. Both breakfast and dinner are served buffet-style. Throughout the day you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of the lobby bar with a pleasant terrace or at the pool bar. The Babin Kuk peninsula is surrounded on 3 sides by the sea and several beautiful beaches, including the famous Copacabana beach. Maro World (Opening June, 2023) located close to the hotel, offering entertainment facilities for families and children of all ages in its area of 1800 m2 area.Show full description
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