Dubrovnik region, Croatia

Where to stay for a brilliant holiday in or near Dubrovnik

With so much to offer it's not hard to see why the whole region has become such a popular holiday destination for UK travellers, but with so many options on whereabouts to stay, here's a quick guide.

Near Dubrovnik Old Town - perfect if you see the trip as much as a city break as a beach break, there are several hotels within easy walking distance to the old town, with most being at the 5* end.

Lapad - it's a short bus or taxi ride into the old town from here, but the coastal scenery is stunning with a seaside promenade that connects several hotels to the main pedestrianised area of bars and restaurants. Beaches tend to be pebbly with very clear water.

Cavtat - around 20-30 minutes away from Dubrovnik Old Town, this is a delightful seaside resort with good connections by boat or bus to Dubrovnik.

As well as spending few days relaxing, it's great to head out on a boat trip to some of the nearby islands. Lokrum is just a short boat ride across the water from Dubrovnik, with great walks, shady spots and a couple of places to eat and drink. There's a botanical garden and even the ruins of a Benedictine Monastery to explore.

Other trips take you to islands further away such as wonderful Korcula (especially the old town), and many trips combine two or three different islands in the day.

Further away, there are day trips to Montenegro and Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Recommended Hotels

These are in typical price order, with the cheapest accommodation showing first, but please contact us for full package rates.

• Villa Pattiera, Cavtat (4*, bed & breakfast) - small, family run, converted mansion house in the centre of Cavtat; there's an excellent restaurant or many others on your doorstep.
• Valamar Tirena, Lapad (4*, bed & breakfast) - this is a superb hotel for families with a children's pool, entertainment, kids areas and free entry to Maro World which is a new family fun centre.
• Kompas, Lapad (4.5*, bed & breakfast) - perfect location - right by both the beach and the bars and restaurants of Lapad; there's also a pool, gym and spa.
• Hotel Croatia, Cavtat (5*, bed & breakfast) - larger hotel, excellent value for money, choice of pools, bars and restaurants, and some newly refurbished rooms.
• Sun Gardens Dubrovnik, Orasac (5*, self catering or bed & breakfast) - perhaps the finest beachfront hotel along the Dubrovnik Riviera, it's perfect if you want lots of bars, restaurants and facilities on site, yet only around 20 minutes to Dubrovnik. A great option for families.
• Royal Princess, Lapad (5*, bed & breakfast) - one of 4 hotels where you can use the facilities of the others, and just steps away from the Lapad Bay promenade.
• Dubrovnik President Valamar, Lapad (5*, bed & breakfast) -  premium stylish, beachfront hotel suitable for couples and families.
• Excelsior, near Dubrovnik Old Town (5*, bed & breakfast) - luxury hotel on the sea front within easy walking distance to Dubrovnik Old Town. Private beach, indoor pool and 3 superb restaurants.

Package Prices

Based on a week in mid June 2025, including flights from London Stansted, package prices range from around £1,100 per person up to around £1,900 plus per person. Please let us know your possible dates, and we'll advise the exact prices.

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Photo above - walking the Dubrovnik city walls

Photo middle - this was on our day trip to Cavtat

Photo bottom - looking for a restaurant for dinner in the Old Town