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3-star hotels in Montovjerna

A shortlist of the 3-star guesthouses and apartments in Montovjerna, the residential slope above Dubrovnik's Gruž harbour. Built for couples, families and short-break visitors who want quiet local streets and easy buses to the Old Town and Lapad.

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Staying in Montovjerna

Montovjerna sits on the hill above Gruž, between Pile and Lapad. Pine-shaded promenades, a proper swimming bay and the parish church share the slope with family houses, a school and the ring road below. Streets empty out by 9-10pm; for restaurants or a promenade, Gruž and Lapad are five to fifteen minutes down the hill by bus or on foot, and buses on lines 1A, 1B and 3 to the Old Town take about 15 minutes from the Iva Vojnovića stop.

The hotels here are spread across that same residential grid. Katarina Rooms, Apartment Zovko and Apartment Kip sit on Sreserska Ul. and Bana Josipa Jelačića, while Kamara Dubrovnik and Villa Music are on Iva Vojnovića near the bus stop. Guesthouse Matusic is on S. S. Kranjcevica, and Villa Kate Dadic, Apartments Milka Miho and Villa Ivka cluster around Gabra Rajcevica. The setting suits couples and families who value sleep over nightlife, and short-break visitors who will bus or taxi to the walls.

The shortlist

Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.

  1. Katarina Rooms

    ★★★4.342 reviews

    Sreserska Ul. 3 20000 Dubrovnik Montovjerna, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    • Air conditioning
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereKatarina Rooms is a 3-star guesthouse in Montovjerna with a guest rating of 4.3 from 42 reviews, one of the strongest among the area's small properties. Rooms come with air conditioning, a private bathroom with hairdryer and towels, and free wifi, plus a refrigerator and TV for longer stays. Non smoking rooms keep the house quiet, and the address on Sreserska Ul. places guests in the Montovjerna quarter close to Dubrovnik's centre. It suits couples or solo travellers who want a simple, well-rated base with the essentials covered.

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  2. Kamara Dubrovnik

    ★★★3.548 reviews

    Iva Vojnovića 14A, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Drivers

    • Parking
    • Air conditioning
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereKamara Dubrovnik on Iva Vojnovića 14A combines 3-star rooms with practical extras: free wifi throughout, air conditioning in every room and private bathrooms with hairdryer. A concierge is on hand and luggage storage helps if you arrive before check-in or leave late, while parking and self parking answer the needs of guests travelling by car. Rated 3.5 out of 5 across 48 reviews, it is a workable choice for travellers who value service and their own vehicle over frills.

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  3. Apartman Marija

    ★★★

    Dr Ante Starcevica 20 Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Why stay hereApartman Marija on Dr Ante Starcevica 20 is a 3-star apartment-style stay suited to guests who want space and independence. A terrace extends the living area, and a minibar, iron and board, laundry service and currency exchange cover the practical side of a longer visit. Active guests can arrange horse back riding, sailing or a tennis court through the property, and credit cards are accepted and medical service available. It fits families or small groups settling in for several days in Dubrovnik.

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  4. Guesthouse Braticevic

    ★★★

    Franca Preserna 12, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Kitchen
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereGuesthouse Braticevic on Franca Preserna 12 offers 3-star apartment accommodation with a kitchen, so guests can cook for themselves rather than eat out every day. Air conditioning and private bathrooms with hairdryer come as standard, free wifi keeps everyone connected and cleaning is provided. Free car parking and a garage take the stress out of arriving by car, and a garden gives a quiet spot to sit. Best for self-catering travellers and drivers who want a calm, practical base.

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  5. Villa Kate Dadic

    ★★★

    Gabra Rajcevica 30, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Air conditioning
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereVilla Kate Dadic on Gabra Rajcevica 30 pairs 3-star rooms with outdoor activity: canoeing, diving and scuba diving, and horse back riding can all be arranged, with first aid on hand. Air conditioning, private bathrooms with hairdryer and free wifi cover the basics, cleaning is included, and free car parking plus a garden make days easy. Balconies add outdoor space to the rooms. It suits active visitors and couples who plan to spend their time on the water and along the coast rather than indoors.

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  6. Apartments Milka Miho

    ★★★

    Gabra Rajcevica 20, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Step-free access

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereApartments Milka Miho on Gabra Rajcevica 20 is a straightforward 3-star apartment option with free wifi and a terrace for guests to use. Luggage storage is available, a smoking area is set aside, and wheelchair access is provided, which makes the property easier for guests with mobility needs. Some services carry a surcharge. It works for travellers who want an apartment in Montovjerna with few extras but the essentials, including step-free access, in place.

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  7. Villa Music

    ★★★

    Ulica Iva Vojnovica 8, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereVilla Music on Ulica Iva Vojnovica 8 is a 3-star property whose listed amenity is air conditioning, keeping rooms comfortable through Dubrovnik's warm season. With nothing else recorded in the data, it is a minimal, no-frills choice rather than one with facilities to plan around. Guests who need little beyond a cooled room and a Montovjerna address near the centre will find it fits; those wanting wifi, parking or breakfast should check directly before booking.

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  8. Guest House Kusalo

    ★★★

    Sipcine 4, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Families

    • Family rooms
    • Kitchen
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereGuest House Kusalo on Sipcine 4 is built for families and longer stays: family rooms, non smoking rooms, a kitchen and kitchenette, and a microwave let guests prepare their own meals. Air conditioning, a private bathroom with hairdryer, a cot for infants and free wifi round out the basics, and luggage storage helps on arrival and departure. It suits parents travelling with children or anyone who prefers self-catering in a quiet, smoke-free guesthouse rather than a hotel.

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  9. Apartment Zovko

    ★★★

    Ul. Bana Josipa Jelačića 33 20000 Dubrovnik Montovjerna, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    • Internet access

    Why stay hereApartment Zovko on Ul. Bana Josipa Jelačića 33 sits in Montovjerna and is listed as a 3-star apartment with internet access. The data records no other facilities, so it is best treated as a simple self-contained base rather than a serviced stay. It may appeal to travellers who want their own apartment in this part of Dubrovnik and are content to arrange everything else themselves; confirm what is included before booking.

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  10. Guest House Raguž

    ★★★

    Kneza Branimira 4, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    • Air conditioning
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereGuest House Raguž on Kneza Branimira 4 is a 3-star house with non smoking rooms, a garden and free wifi, and cleaning is provided. Rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom with hairdryer and shower, a refrigerator and a safe for valuables. Laundry service is available for longer stays. It suits quiet-seeking couples or solo guests who want a small, tidy guesthouse with a garden and a secure place for their belongings.

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  11. Guest House Lile

    ★★★

    Petra Hektorovica 18B, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Families

    • Family rooms
    • Air conditioning

    Why stay hereGuest House Lile on Petra Hektorovica 18B runs a 24 hour front desk and express check-in, useful for late arrivals and early starts, with currency exchange and copy facilities on site. Apartments have air conditioning, private bathrooms and balconies, and family rooms are available; some rooms are carpeted and fans are provided. Cleaning is included. It suits families and travellers on tight schedules who want an attended guesthouse with outdoor space in Montovjerna.

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  12. Guest House Bradas

    ★★★

    Viška 6 6, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    • Kitchen
    • Air conditioning
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereGuest House Bradas on Viška 6 offers 3-star rooms with balconies, air conditioning and private bathrooms with bath, shower and hairdryer, plus free wifi. A kitchen with microwave and an iron and board make longer stays practical, and luggage storage and fans add convenience. The balconies give guests somewhere to sit out in the evening. It fits travellers who want to cook occasionally and value a private outdoor space over hotel services.

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  13. Apartment Kip

    ★★★

    Sreserska Ul. 7 20000 Dubrovnik Montovjerna, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Drivers

    • Free car parking
    • Air conditioning
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereApartment Kip on Sreserska Ul. 7 is a 3-star non smoking apartment with free wifi, internet access and free car parking on site. Having parking included is a real advantage for guests arriving by car, and the smoke-free rule keeps the property calm. Otherwise the listing is deliberately simple. It suits drivers and quiet-seeking travellers who want an apartment in Montovjerna with the essentials settled and no shared hotel facilities to navigate.

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  14. Villa Ivka

    ★★★

    Ulica Gabra Rajcevica 26, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Drivers · Step-free access

    • Free car parking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereVilla Ivka on Ulica Gabra Rajcevica 26 provides 3-star accommodation with free wifi, internet access and free car parking, plus luggage storage for arrival and departure days. Wheelchair access is available, making it easier for guests with mobility needs, and some services carry a surcharge. The property keeps things simple rather than offering a long list of extras, which suits independent travellers who want a base in Montovjerna with parking and step-free access sorted.

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  15. Guesthouse Matusic

    ★★★

    S. S. Kranjcevica 5 20000 Dubrovnik Montovjerna, Dubrovnik, Croatia

    Best for: Drivers

    • Parking
    • Air conditioning
    • Free Wifi

    Why stay hereGuesthouse Matusic on S. S. Kranjcevica 5 is a 3-star, non smoking house with free wifi, internet access, parking and luggage storage, plus a shuttle service for transfers. Air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable in summer. The combination of parking and a shuttle makes it convenient for guests arriving with bags or a car and wanting lifts arranged. It suits travellers who prefer a quiet, smoke-free guesthouse in Montovjerna with transport help on hand.

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How to choose

For families

Guest House Kusalo lists family rooms, cots and a kitchen, and sits on Sipcine. Guest House Lile has family rooms plus a 24 hour front desk, and Guest House Bradas adds balconies with a kitchen. Villa Kate Dadic has a garden and balcony in the Gabra Rajcevica cluster.

Guest House Kusalo · Guest House Lile · Villa Kate Dadic

With parking

Kamara Dubrovnik and Apartment Kip both list parking, with free car parking at Guesthouse Braticevic, Villa Kate Dadic, Villa Ivka and Guesthouse Matusic. That matters on this hill, where street space is tight and most addresses sit above the Gruž ring road.

Kamara Dubrovnik · Guesthouse Braticevic · Apartment Kip · Villa Ivka · Guesthouse Matusic

Highest rated

Katarina Rooms scores 4.3 out of 5 from 42 reviews, the only rated 3-star in this Montovjerna group and the strongest guest score among them. Air conditioning, free Wifi and a refrigerator in the room cover a simple short break.

Katarina Rooms

Near the bus stop

Kamara Dubrovnik on Iva Vojnovića 14A and Villa Music on Ulica Iva Vojnovica 8 sit by the stop for lines 1A, 1B and 3, about 15 minutes from the Old Town. Kamara also offers concierge, luggage storage and cribs.

Kamara Dubrovnik · Villa Music

Plan your stay

Getting there and around

Buses on lines 1A, 1B and 3 run from the Iva Vojnovića stop to the Old Town in about 15 minutes; walking takes roughly 40 minutes, mostly downhill and then flat along the harbour road. There is no shortcut that avoids the hill on the way back, so plan on the bus for the return, especially with shopping or in summer heat. Several hotels sit close to that stop, and Guesthouse Matusic also lists a shuttle service.

When to go

The site gives no season-by-season guidance for Montovjerna. In general terms, the Adriatic coast is busiest and hottest in July and August, when the climb back up the hill is at its hardest and the bus back is the sensible option, while spring and autumn bring milder walking weather for the ridge loop and the Gruž market. Summer evenings here stay quiet whatever the month.

Things to do near Montovjerna

Questions, answered

Which hotels in this list have parking?

Kamara Dubrovnik and Apartment Kip list parking. Free car parking appears at Guesthouse Braticevic, Villa Kate Dadic, Villa Ivka and Guesthouse Matusic. Useful on this residential hill, where on-street space is limited.

Which Montovjerna hotel is closest to the Old Town?

Kamara Dubrovnik and Villa Music sit on Iva Vojnovića by the bus stop for lines 1A, 1B and 3, about 15 minutes from the Old Town. Walking takes roughly 40 minutes, mostly downhill, and the return is uphill.

Which hotel here is best rated?

Katarina Rooms scores 4.3 out of 5 from 42 reviews, the only rated hotel in this Montovjerna group. It pairs air conditioning and free Wifi with a refrigerator and a location on Sreserska Ul.

Do any of these hotels allow pets?

None of the listed hotels states a pet policy in its facilities. Kamara Dubrovnik does list a smoking area, and Guest House Kusalo, Guest House Raguž, Apartment Kip and Guesthouse Matusic are non smoking rooms.

Which are best for families?

Guest House Kusalo has family rooms, cots and a kitchen; Guest House Lile has family rooms with a 24 hour front desk; Guest House Bradas offers balconies and a kitchen. Kamara Dubrovnik provides cribs on request.

Is there a pool or spa in Montovjerna?

No hotel on this shortlist lists a pool or spa. Montovjerna is a residential slope, and swimming here means the bay and cove at Danče rather than a hotel pool.

Is Montovjerna quiet at night?

Yes. It is a residential neighbourhood with families and long-term locals rather than a nightlife district, so streets empty by 9-10pm. Good for sleep, but anyone wanting evening activity should look to Lapad or the Old Town instead.

Which hotels are near restaurants and cafés?

Montovjerna itself has a few pizzerias, one grill konoba and Caffè Bar Pauk on Nikole Tesle. For actual restaurants, guests at Katarina Rooms, Apartment Kip or Apartment Zovko walk or bus five to fifteen minutes to Gruž or Lapad.

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