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The best area to stay in Dubrovnik is within the historic Old Town, or just outside its walls in areas like Ploče for stunning views, or Lapad for a more relaxed, resort-like experience.


The Old Town is the heart of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage site enclosed by impressive medieval walls. It's largely pedestrianised, with the main thoroughfare, Stradun, running through its centre, connecting the Pile Gate and Ploče Gate. This area is packed with historic buildings, churches, and museums, offering an unparalleled sense of history and easy access to many of Dubrovnik's main attractions.


For couples looking for a romantic and convenient stay, the Old Town is ideal. You'll be steps away from attractions like the Rector's Palace, St. Blaise's Church, and countless restaurants and cafes. Evenings spent strolling the ancient streets or dining in a hidden courtyard are particularly memorable here.


Ploče, situated just east of the Old Town, is an excellent choice for travellers who appreciate magnificent views and a touch of luxury. This area is known for its upscale hotels and villas, many offering direct access to the sea or private beaches. It's a short walk to the Old Town via the Ploče Gate, providing the convenience of proximity without being right in the centre of the bustle.


Families often find Lapad a more suitable option. Located a short bus or taxi ride from the Old Town, this area offers a more relaxed environment with several beaches, a lovely promenade, and a wider selection of family-friendly restaurants.

Two of the best hotels in Dubrovnik that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the Sun Gardens Dubrovnik and the Rixos Premium Dubrovnik.


The Sun Gardens Dubrovnik, with a 9.4 rating, offers a luxurious beachfront experience with several restaurants, including poolside and ocean view dining. Guests can enjoy amenities such as tennis courts, massages on the beach, a Turkish bath, and rooms with designer toiletries and premium bedding.


Another highly recommended option is the Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, which has a 9.2 rating. This hotel also boasts beachfront restaurants and offers features like 24-hour room service, valet parking, and a poolside bar. It is conveniently located near Dubrovnik Shopping Minčeta and the Walls of Dubrovnik.

When seeking family-friendly accommodation in Dubrovnik, the Sun Gardens Dubrovnik, Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, and Valamar Tirena Hotel are excellent choices.


The Sun Gardens Dubrovnik, with an impressive 9.4 rating, is highly regarded for its family amenities. It offers sofa beds, complimentary cribs and rollaway extra beds, a children's club, a playground, and a children's pool. Guests consistently praise the friendly and attentive staff, spacious and clean rooms, and exceptional service.


Another outstanding option is the Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, rated 9.2. This hotel provides a range of child-friendly features including stair gates, pool gates, bathrobes and slippers for children, games, a children's club, a playground, and a children's pool. It is conveniently located near Dubrovnik Shopping Minčeta and Danče Beach. Reviewers frequently highlight the amazing and friendly staff, spacious and clean rooms, and excellent breakfast.


For a comfortable stay, consider the Valamar Tirena Hotel, which boasts a 9.4 rating. This hotel is well-equipped for families with complimentary cribs, a free children's club, a playground, and a children's pool. It is also just 0.4 km from Copacabana Beach. Guests often praise the excellent and friendly staff, beautiful pool, fantastic breakfast, and clean, lovely rooms. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Dubrovnik

For an exceptional stay in Dubrovnik, consider the highly-rated hotels such as Sun Gardens Dubrovnik, Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, Palace Natali, The Pucic Palace, and Hotel Royal Ariston.


The Sun Gardens Dubrovnik, with an impressive 9.4 rating, offers a luxurious experience with beachfront restaurants, designer toiletries, and poolside dining. Guests frequently praise the friendly and attentive staff, spacious and clean rooms, and excellent service.


Another excellent choice is the Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, rated 9.2. This hotel provides a range of amenities including 24-hour room service, valet parking, and multiple dining options with ocean views. It is conveniently located near Dubrovnik Shopping Minčeta and the Walls of Dubrovnik. Guests frequently mention the amazing staff, spacious rooms, and delicious breakfast.


Palace Natali, a hotel with an outstanding 9.6 rating, features a fireplace, sea views, a poolside bar, and a winery with private tours. Guests consistently comment on the nice breakfast, beautiful restaurant, gorgeous rooms, and exceptional staff. It is located close to Danče Beach and the Walls of Dubrovnik.


The Pucic Palace, a hotel rated 9.4, offers elegant suites with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. This hotel also has an art gallery on-site and 24-hour room service. Its location is excellent for exploring Minceta Fortress and the Walls of Dubrovnik. Guests praise the helpful staff, excellent breakfast, and comfortable rooms.


Finally, the Hotel Royal Ariston, with a 9.2 rating, provides beachfront dining, a poolside bar, and stunning sea views. Guests often highlight its excellent location, comfortable rooms, and helpful staff. It is well-situated for visiting Copacabana Beach and Lapad Beach. Find more luxury hotels in Dubrovnik

Yes, there are a couple of excellent all-inclusive hotels in Dubrovnik: the Rixos Premium Dubrovnik and TUI BLUE Kalamota Island - Adults Only.


The Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, with a superb 9.2 rating, offers an extensive all-inclusive stay. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and amazing staff, spacious and clean rooms, and excellent facilities. It also features a full-service spa with a wide array of treatments including deep tissue massages, hot stone massages, and aromatherapy, as well as a steam room and Turkish bath. The hotel is conveniently located near Dubrovnik Shopping Minčeta and Danče Beach.


For an adults-only experience, the TUI BLUE Kalamota Island - Adults Only is another fantastic option, also with a 9.2 rating. This hotel provides a relaxing all-inclusive experience with free breakfast and a full-service spa offering massages on the beach, body wraps, and facials. Guests consistently praise its excellent location, comfortable rooms, and incredible service. It is very close to Donje Celo Beach and Gornje Celo Beach. See more all-inclusive resorts in Dubrovnik

For hotels in Dubrovnik that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, TUI BLUE Kalamota Island - Adults Only, St. Joseph's, Hotel Excelsior, or Villa Malo More.


The Rixos Premium Dubrovnik, with an impressive 9.2 rating, provides a free buffet breakfast. Guests frequently praise the excellent and delicious breakfast, as well as the spacious and clean rooms. It is conveniently located 1.6 km from Buza Gate and 1.4 km from Minceta Fortress.


The TUI BLUE Kalamota Island - Adults Only, rated 9.2, also includes a free buffet breakfast. This hotel is praised for its excellent location, being just 0.1 km from Donje Celo Beach, and its comfortable rooms.


St. Joseph's, a hotel with a superb 10.0 rating, offers a free continental breakfast. It boasts an excellent location, just 0.2 km from Buza Gate and 0.3 km from Minceta Tower.


The Hotel Excelsior, with a remarkable 9.6 rating, includes a free buffet breakfast. Guests consistently highlight the great breakfast and the friendly, helpful staff. It is situated 0.8 km from Buza Gate and 0.9 km from Minceta Fortress.


Finally, Villa Malo More, a hotel rated 9.8, provides a free buffet breakfast. This hotel is known for its great pool and is located 0.4 km from Lapad Beach.

For top pet-friendly hotels in Dubrovnik, consider the Villa Dubrovnik, The Pucic Palace, Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik, Valamar Tirena Hotel, and Valamar Argosy Hotel.


The Villa Dubrovnik, with an impressive 9.6 rating, welcomes both dogs and cats and provides food and water bowls for your convenience. It is located near St James Beach, which is just 0.4 km away.


Another excellent choice is The Pucic Palace, a hotel rated 9.4. This hotel also permits dogs and cats and offers food and water bowls. Guests frequently praise the helpful staff, excellent breakfast, and comfortable rooms. It is conveniently situated 0.3 km from Visia Dubrovnik 5D Multimedia Museum and Revelin Fortress.


The Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik, a hotel with a 9.4 rating, is another highly-rated pet-friendly option that provides food and water bowls. Visitors often highlight the comfortable rooms, delicious breakfast, and excellent service. The hotel is very close to Gradac Park, only 0.2 km away.


For an option, the Valamar Tirena Hotel, rated 9.4, is very welcoming to pets and offers food and water bowls. It features an outdoor pool with a swim-up bar and poolside loungers. The hotel is located 0.4 km from Copacabana Beach, and guests often mention the excellent staff and beautiful pool.


Finally, the Valamar Argosy Hotel, with a 9.2 rating, is also pet-friendly and provides food and water bowls. Many rooms offer a sea view. This hotel boasts a full-service spa with a sauna, aromatherapy treatments, and various body treatments. It is also 0.4 km from Copacabana Beach, and guests often praise the friendly staff and excellent breakfast.

For boutique hotels in Dubrovnik, consider the Grand Hotel Park or the Hotel Petka.


The Grand Hotel Park, with an 8.0 rating, is top for its excellent location, nice facilities, and great food. It offers an extensive spa experience with body treatments, massages, a steam room, and a Turkish bath or hammam. It is also conveniently located near Dubrovnik Shopping Minčeta and the Red History Museum.


Another excellent option is the Hotel Petka, which has a 7.6 rating. Guests appreciate the complimentary breakfast and free WiFi. Many rooms also offer lovely sea views. The hotel is very close to the Red History Museum and Dubrovnik Shopping Minčeta. See all boutique hotels in Dubrovnik

For budget-friendly hotels in Dubrovnik, consider Hotel Vimbula, Hotel Komodor, Hotel D-Elegant Dubrovnik, Hotel Splendid, and Hotel Glavović.


The Hotel Vimbula, with an excellent 9.2 rating, offers modern and clean rooms. Guests frequently praise its beautiful location, delicious food, and friendly and helpful reception staff. Key amenities include a 24-hour airport shuttle, free toiletries, free breakfast, and free WiFi.


The Hotel Komodor, rated 7.8, provides a nice location and excellent breakfast with a good variety. It also features a 24-hour airport shuttle and free WiFi. It is conveniently located near points of interest such as Franjo Tudman Bridge (1.7 km) and Gruz Open Market (1.4 km).


Hotel D-Elegant Dubrovnik, a hotel with a 7.8 rating, offers free buffet breakfast, free WiFi, and free self-parking. The staff are frequently highlighted as great. It is situated close to Franjo Tudman Bridge (1.0 km) and Red History Museum (0.9 km).


The Hotel Splendid, rated 8.2, boasts a beautiful location and helpful staff. Guests particularly enjoy the amazing breakfast and good food. Amenities include a 24-hour airport shuttle and free WiFi. Lapad Beach is just 0.4 km away.


Finally, the Hotel Glavović, with a strong 8.8 rating, provides free toiletries, free breakfast, a 24-hour airport shuttle, and free WiFi. It is located 0.4 km from Crkva sv. Nikole. View all budget hotels in Dubrovnik

For a truly romantic stay in Dubrovnik, couples should consider the Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik, Hotel Kazbek, or Hotel Excelsior.


The Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik, with an outstanding 9.8 rating, offers a luxurious experience. Guests frequently praise the clean and spacious rooms and the wonderful staff. Many rooms also feature balconies, ideal for enjoying the views together. The full-service spa includes couples' treatment rooms and a sauna, great for shared relaxation.


Another excellent choice is the Hotel Kazbek, also boasting a 9.8 rating. This hotel is known for its attentive and fabulous staff, along with excellent food and restaurant service. Couples can enjoy complimentary pool cabanas and sun loungers, a poolside bar, and an outdoor pool. The rooms are equipped with deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries, adding to the luxurious feel.


The Hotel Excelsior, rated 9.6, is highly recommended for its fantastic location and friendly, helpful staff. Guests consistently highlight the excellent and delicious food, particularly the breakfast. The hotel features a full-service spa with couples' treatment rooms and a sauna, providing ample opportunities for shared pampering. Many rooms offer sea views and balconies, creating a beautiful setting for a romantic getaway. See all romantic hotels in Dubrovnik

For hotels in Dubrovnik near Stradun, consider St. Joseph's.


The St. Joseph's, with a superb 10.0 rating, is an excellent choice for families. It offers complimentary breakfast, including a continental option, and free cribs, making it convenient for those travelling with young children. It is also very close to the Visia Dubrovnik 5D Multimedia Museum, just 0.1 km away, and within walking distance of Gradac Park and Danče Beach.

Dubrovnik's nightlife is centred primarily within its historic Old Town and extends to a few areas just outside the city walls.


Within the Old Town, you'll find a concentration of bars and pubs, particularly along Stradun and its connecting side streets. Many of these are smaller, intimate places offering cocktails, wine, or local spirits. There are also a few larger establishments that feature DJs and stay open later. For a great experience, some bars are built into the cliffs just outside the city walls, offering drinks with sea views.


Just outside the Ploče Gate, you'll find a few establishments that are popular for later evenings, including some with outdoor terraces. This area often has a slightly more relaxed vibe than the busier parts of the Old Town.


Lapad Bay, a short bus or taxi ride from the Old Town, offers a different kind of nightlife.

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