Dubrovnik is one of the hottest destinations in Croatia with a historic old town, amazing sea views, cute rocky beaches and an array of great restaurants. But where should you stay?
In this article, we’ve handpicked the best hotels in Dubrovnik to suit every budget, from cheap guesthouses to swanky hotels. Let’s take a look!
Where to stay in Dubrovnik
A quick note about Dubrovnik – the old town is pretty compact, and encircled by the ancient city walls. There’s a limited number of places to stay here – and you generally pay a premium for the location.
Beyond the walls, there are lots of well-priced (and more spacious) options, just a short drive or bus ride from the historic centre. So this list of the best places to stay in Dubrovnik contains accommodations in the old town as well as in surrounding spots like Lapad, Mlini, Cavtat and even the Elaphiti Islands.
The Best Hostels in Dubrovnik
Love Dubrovnik Hostel
Bright and breezy, Love Dubrovnik Hostel has dorm rooms with 4, 6 and 8 beds. You can even opt for a “premium dorm” with a balcony to give yourself even more space. That, or there are double, triple and family rooms – and even a four-person suite if you want a bit more privacy.
Each dorm has air conditioning, and an ensuite shower and toilet. Guests rave about how spotless the place is too. There’s a shared kitchen for preparing meals, and a terrace and garden for chilling outdoors.
Location-wise you’re super central and only a 3-minute walk from Ploce Gate at the edge of the old town.
Amenities: Terrace, garden, family rooms, shared kitchen
Prices: Dorm beds start at around £26 per person, per night
Hostel Angelina
Hostel Angelina is smack bang in Dubrovnik town centre, so you’re right in the middle of it all.
Dorms of up to 8 beds are kept super-clean by friendly staff. There’s air conditioning and an ensuite shower room in each dorm, as well as smaller rooms that share a bathroom. Plus, if you’re lucky, you’ll get a room in the main building which has original features – just check out that parquet flooring!
The hostel runs events so you can meet fellow travellers, and there’s a central courtyard and terrace for socialising too.
You’ll be at most popular spots in Dubrovnik within minutes – vibey Buza Bar with its free rocky beach is a couple of minutes’ walk away. You’re also just 5 minutes from Pile Gate and the Old Port.
Amenities: Terrace, shared kitchen, evening activities
Prices: Dorm beds start at around £26 per person, per night
The Best Budget Hotels in Dubrovnik
Hostel Sol
Hostel Sol is a great spot for an affordable stay in Dubrovnik. It’s a hop, skip and jump from Gruz Port (from where you can catch ferries and boats to the surrounding islands) and the bus station which connects you to the airport and Dubrovnik itself.
Rooms are double or twin – or there’s a family suite – with neutral furnishings. They’re a pretty good size considering the price. It’s not a hostel really despite the name, as all rooms are private, but there’s a communal kitchenette and lounge area that guests can use.
You might even luck out with a sea view, seeing as it’s opposite the port. Hostel Sol is a great option if you’re just in town for a night or two, and want to be close to transport links to explore further afield, or to start or finish your trip.
Amenities: Shared lounge, shared kitchen, family rooms, free parking
Prices: Prices start at around £56 per room, per night
Rooms Edna
For a warm and welcoming base for your Dubrovnik adventure, look no further than Rooms Edna – also located near Gruz Port.
Rooms here are compact and no-frills, super clean and with comfortable beds. There’s a cute garden for relaxing in and the welcoming host will even make you coffee in the morning.
Since you’re near both the ferry port and bus station, it’s super easy to get around. There are several beaches within walking distance, as well as a supermarket – and you can even walk to Dubrovnik old town if you’re feeling energetic; it’ll take you about half an hour.
Amenities: Luggage storage
Prices: Prices start at around £60 per room, per night
Guest House Avdic
Guest House Avdic is in Lapad, a gorgeous neighbourhood on a peninsula near Dubrovnik’s old town, just 10 minutes’ drive from Pile Gate.
The compact rooms and studios are decked out in bright colours. Each one has a balcony, some with amazing sea views. What’s more, owner Marina will welcome you and make you feel right at home. The whole bay has loads of swimming spots – there are beaches within walking distance and a seafront promenade for sunset strolls.
Lapad is well connected to the historic centre via bus line 4, and has plenty of supermarkets, bakeries and restaurants to keep you well-fuelled for your stay.
Amenities: Luggage storage
Prices: Prices start at around £49 per room, per night
Apartments Roza
Apartments Roza is tucked away near Mlini, a sweet little village just a 20-minute drive along the coast from Dubrovnik.
These studio apartments have a kitchenette for those budget-friendly homemade meals, air conditioning and an ensuite bathroom too. Outside, there’s a sweet garden with fruit and olive trees – you’ll feel worlds away from the hustle and bustle of Dubrovnik’s historic centre!
Vibes here are clean, fuss-free and functional, so it’s a great affordable option if you like your accommodation cheap and cheerful. You’ll want a car here (there’s free parking) to explore the beaches along the coast.
Amenities: Garden and terrace, free parking, pets allowed
Prices: Prices start at around £47 per room, per night
Guest House Villa Nina
Guest House Villa Nina is a charming spot in Mlini itself, literally a minute’s walk from the beach.
Rooms are bright and spacious, so you’ll be seriously comfy staying here. Grab a double or triple, or get a one-bedroom suite or two-bedroom apartment for extra space. Most rooms have sea views, and all have air conditioning, so you’ll be the perfect temperature on those sticky summer nights.
Villa Nina has a big garden bursting with trees and flowers, and there’s even a swimming pool. Shops and restaurants are within easy walking distance. For getting around, you can stroll to the neaby bus stop or hop on a taxi to the old town.
Amenities: Outdoor swimming pool, free parking, pets allowed, luggage storage
Prices: Prices start at around £56 per room, per night
The Best Mid-Range Hotels in Dubrovnik
Palacio Celeste
Palacio Celeste is in a historic building in the old town of Dubrovnik, just off the main street Stradun. If you like to stay somewhere traditional where you can almost feel the history seeping out of the walls, then this is the spot for you.
Choose a room or a suite for a cosy experience right in the middle of town. Decor is tasteful and each room has air conditioning and a spacious bathroom with toiletries too. There’s also a restaurant serving Mediterranean dishes.
Guests rate how clean and comfortable the rooms are as well as the fab location. Just note there are a few stairs to climb (this is very common in accommodations in Old Town Dubrovnik) and there’s no lift.
Amenities: Restaurant, family rooms
Prices: Prices start at around £85 per room, per night
Hotel Glavovic
Hotel Glavovic is outside of Dubrovnik, right on the waterfront on Lopud, one of the Elaphiti Islands that lie just off the coast. You can catch the ferry to Dubrovnik in about an hour, which makes this the perfect base if you prefer to really unplug and relax after busy days out exploring.
This family-run hotel dates back to the 1920s, but it’s been modernised since then! It’s next to a sandy beach, and you’ll find restaurants and bars nearby along the promenade. With just 12 rooms and 2 apartments you’re in for a calm stay – bag a sea view if you want to wake up to the waves.
Amenities: Terrace, bar, family rooms, bicycle rental
Prices: Prices start at around £60 per room, per night
Hotel Splendid
Hotel Splendid Lapad is perched on the coast surrounded by lush trees.
Guests rave about the hotel’s great value and stunning location, as well as the friendly service and delicious breakfast. If you want a well-priced beachfront stay that’s not too far from the action, then Hotel Splendid fits the bill.
Lapad is just beyond Dubrovnik so it makes a great place to stay – quieter than the old town but close enough for fuss-free visits. Handily, the bus ( number 4) to the old town leaves from just outside the hotel.
Like so many places here, you’re not short of amazing views either. Soak up the stunning vistas from the hotel’s restaurant or take a sunset stroll along Lapad Promenade that winds around the bay. You’ll find delicious local restaurants in this area, perfect for a tasty meal with a local glass of wine.
Amenities: Restaurant, terrace, bar, parking, accessible rooms, pets allowed
Prices: Prices start at around £99 per room, per night
Hotel Lapad
Now Hotel Lapad is a little bit special. It’s on the waterfront in Lapad, just beyond the main city but an easy bus ride in. It’s a grand building from the early 1900s, so pulling up outside is quite impressive.
There’s charm here in spades, with cosy rooms that are classically furnished but comfortable. If you care about sea views, ask for a room that looks over the marina – although you won’t be disappointed with a garden view that looks out over lush palms and trees that are typical along the Dalmatian coast.
Book a stay the warmer months, and you’ll get to splash around in the outdoor pool that’s perfect for a refreshing dip after you’ve stomped the city walls. If you appreciate a bit more space in your accommodation and like a resort-type vibe, then Hotel Lapad will suit you down to the ground.
Amenities: Restaurant, terrace, bar, swimming pool, parking, accessible rooms, family rooms
Prices: Prices start at around £98 per room, per night
Shanti Dubrovnik
Shanti Dubrovnik is a laid-back boutique accommodation, tucked away inside the city walls. This means a near-perfect location, slap bang in the middle of it all. Plus you can expect charming original features like stone walls and exposed beams.
Rooms and suites are cosy and welcoming – the interiors manage to be calm but unique, you don’t feel like you’re in just another hotel here.
Splash out on the penthouse apartment, and you’ll get a terrace and a hot tub, with jaw-dropping views out over the Adriatic. Nearby Lanni restaurant provides the breakfast service, you can even order it to your door!
Amenities: Air conditioning, family rooms, laundry, breakfast
Prices: Prices start at around £77 per room, per night
The Best Boutique Hotels in Dubrovnik
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Boutique Hotel Stari Grad
Boutique Hotel Stari Grad is luxe gem in the heart of Dubrovnik’s old town. If you like to splurge on accommodation with comfort and character, that’s bang in the middle of the action, then look no further.
Yes this is a historic nobleman’s house from the 1500s, but you’ve got all the modern comforts here! There’s a rooftop restaurant, Above 5, with banging views across the city’s red roofs out to the Adriatic. Oh and the food tastes amazing too.
This place isn’t just a renovated property, it’s a proper hotel, so you get the levels of service and attention that come with it. Just note the restrictions that come with staying somewhere old like this – there’s no lift, and rooms are fairly compact.
Amenities: Rooftop restaurant, terrace, bar, parking, 24-hour front desk, air conditioning
Prices: Prices start at around £330 per room, per night
Nije Preša Apartments
A boutique stay doesn’t necessarily mean a hotel – you can get some seriously fancy apartments too. Like Nije Preša Dubrovnik for example.
This is a quintessential Dubrovnik stay inside the old town walls. During the day you’ll be surrounded by the hubbub of day trippers and crowds, but when the cruise ships chug out of port in the afternoon, you’re rewarded with calm and tranquility.
There are three apartments here in a restored house from the 1300s. It’s a family-run spot, so if you prefer somewhere with a more personal touch it’s a great choice.
You don’t get loads of space here, this is a historic house after all, but you’re rewarded with the epic location and a feeling of being connected to the city’s history. You’re a 10 minute walk from Banje Beach, which will be tempting after a day out exploring.
Amenities: Family rooms, air conditioning
Prices: Prices start at around £234 per room, per night
Dominus Little Palace
Dominus Little Palace is another old town gem, a gorgeous historic spot tucked away inside the city walls. If you like to be in the middle of things from the moment you step outside in the morning, this spot is for you!
The beautifully renovated rooms mean you’ll find it hard to tear yourself away for a day of sightseeing. Decor bright and cosy, but not cookie-cutter, so you definitely feel like you’re in a home-away-from-home.
Shout out to the hotel staff who go out of their way to make guests feel at home. They also have plenty of recommendations so you’ll be navigating Dubrovnik’s best spots in no time.
Amenities: Air conditioning, family rooms
Prices: Prices start at around £250 per room, per night
Villa Orabelle
Villa Orabelle feels more like a boutique hotel. It’s perched on the clifftop right beside Miramare (or Bellevue) Beach, about a 15-minute walk from Dubrovnik old town.
After a busy day sightseeing, you can retreat here for peaceful seaside vibes – so it’s great if you like a mix of crowds and calm. The number 4 bus will bring you back up here if you need to save your legs!
Villa Orabelle has 16 rooms and two suites, all in a stunning historic stone building. Take your meals on the stunning terrace and gaze out over the Adriatic, and fantasise about ditching your life back home to stay here on holiday for ever!
There’s an outdoor pool if you fancy a swim, or just curl up with a book on the terrace. This is a lovely tranquil spot – you’ll feel like you’ve discovered a hidden gem.
Amenities: Swimming pool, restaurant, bar, free parking, room service
Prices: Prices start at around £175 per room, per night
The Best Luxury Hotels in Dubrovnik
Sun Gardens Dubrovnik
Check into Sun Gardens Dubrovnik and feel like you’re in paradise. This 5-star family-friendly spot has fab views of the Adriatic Sea and the Elaphiti Islands.
You’re spoilt for choice with 3 outdoor pools, a gorgeous beach and even a spa. If you want to be more active, have a knock about on one of the clay tennis courts, or take out a jet-ski for the day.
Book a room or splash out on a suite; decor is beautiful and modern with fresh white walls and jewel-tonned accents. And whichever one you pick, you’re guaranteed a sea view.
Stay in summer, and the hotel’s boat will whizz you over the water to Dubrovnik in half an hour.
Amenities: Restaurant, bar, terrace, spa and wellness centre, accessible rooms, fitness centre
Prices: Prices start at around £130 per room, per night
President Hotel Valamar
President Hotel, Valamar Collection in Dubrovnik is a seriously swish beachfront hotel that you really won’t want to leave! Rooms are fresh and cosy, with warm wood floors, white linens and blue-and-white striped walls inspired by the seaside setting.
Splash out on a seafront room if you want dreamy views from dawn till dusk – or save the cash and spend your time hanging at the seafront bar and restuarant instead. When you’re ready to leave, the number 6 bus will take you to Lapad and onwards to Dubrovnik’s centre as well.
Amenities: Restaurant, bar, terrace, spa and wellness centre, swimming pool, fitness centre, free bicycle hire, private parking
Prices: Prices start at around £160 per room, per night
Hotel Croatia, Cavtat
I stayed at Hotel Cavtat when I went to Dubvronik – it’s just an 8 minute drive from the airport, and 25 minutes from the old town.
Their sea view rooms are stunners, with unreal views. There’s even a hotel beach where you can go swimming, or you can just grab a drink and watch the sunset from the bar if that’s more your thing.
The nice thing about Cavtat is it’s far enough out of Dubrovnik that you can get a lot more for your money – like a 5 star hotel stay like this! In Cavtat you also get great views back over the city too. Plus it’s removed of the hustle and bustle, which is perfect when you want to relax. If you fancy going to Dubrovnik by sea, you can catch a ferry there in around 45 minutes.
Amenities: Swimming pool, restaurant, bar, terrace, family rooms
Prices: Prices start at around £100 per room, per night
Rixos Premium Dubrovnik
This popular luxury resort in Lapad is perched on rocky cliffs, with great views of Dubrovnik old town, which you can get to with a 20 minute walk.
The architecture is modern, with lots of the rooms facing out to sea – and incredible views to match. Splash out on an ocean view room with a terrace and you won’t be disappointed!
It’s a big place, with around 300 rooms, as well as a rocky beach, outdoor and indoor pools and the dreamy Anjana Spa. Guests rate the good-sized rooms, delicious breakfast and helpful staff.
Amenities: Beach, swimming pools, restaurant, bar, terrace, spa, accessible rooms, fitness centre
Prices: Prices start at around £142 per room, per night
Choose From the Best Hotels in Dubrovnik for Every Budget
That’s our top picks of the best hotels in Dubrovnik, from super-compact and cheap accommodation to luxe resorts beside the sea. Choose one to suit your budget and set off to explore the history and culture of this magical city.
