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3-star hotels in Trsteno
A shortlist of 3-star stays around Trsteno, the tiny arboretum village 20km north of Dubrovnik. It suits travellers who want the garden and the plane trees to themselves after the coaches leave, and who accept a one-shop, no-ATM village in return.
Staying in Trsteno
Trsteno is a village of maybe 200 people about 20km north of Dubrovnik, known for the Trsteno Arboretum — the oldest botanical garden in this part of Europe, planted by the Gozze family in the 15th century — and for the two 500-year-old plane trees at the crossroads, so vast their trunks are held up by stone pillars. Game of Thrones filmed the Red Keep garden scenes here, so coaches arrive in the morning and the village empties by 4pm; by 9pm the crossroads is silent and the only light comes from a handful of guesthouse windows.
The hotels on this list are guesthouses and apartments in the villages and hamlets around Trsteno, not in Dubrovnik's old town: addresses name Sudurad, Brdari, Potok, Za Gospom, Dubravica and Ulica Na Vodi in Trsteno itself. That makes them a fit for couples and families with a car who want silence, a kitchen and the arboretum within easy reach, and less of a fit for anyone wanting restaurants, bars or a walkable old town.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Glavović
Obala Iva Kuljevana, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGuests rate Hotel Glavović 4.3 out of 5 across 125 reviews. The 3-star hotel on Obala Iva Kuljevana keeps a 24-hour front desk, so arrivals can be handled at any hour, and there is a bar and a café on the premises. Breakfast is served buffet-style, bicycles can be hired, and a beach is nearby. Laundry service and luggage storage round out the practical side. It suits guests who want a serviced base with staff on hand rather than a self-catering flat.
See Hotel GlavovićEco Apartments Kate
Sudurad 42, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSelf-catering is the point at Eco Apartments Kate on Sudurad 42: each apartment has its own bathroom and balcony, plus a dishwasher and coffee-making kit. Air conditioning keeps the rooms comfortable, and express check-in shortens the arrival. A beach lies nearby and a canoe is available for guests, while an ATM on site covers everyday errands. Best for independent travellers and couples who want apartment space with outdoor seating rather than hotel service.
See Eco Apartments KateGuest House Simunovic
Sudjuradj 1B, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereGuest House Simunovic on Sudjuradj 1B is arranged around family rooms, making it a straightforward choice for those travelling with children. Guests cook for themselves in a kitchen equipped with an oven and refrigerator, and non-smoking rooms are set aside. Free Wifi and internet access keep everyone connected, air conditioning cools the accommodation, and luggage storage helps on departure day. The 3-star guest house suits longer stays where a kitchen matters more than a reception desk.
See Guest House SimunovicApartment Mali Skoj
Sudurad 13, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWhat sets Apartment Mali Skoj apart is free car parking at Sudurad 13, useful if you arrive by car. The apartment has air conditioning and a fan, a dishwasher, and a cot for a young child. Free Wifi and internet access are included, and a first aid kit is kept on hand, along with a hairdryer and an iron and board. It fits families or small groups who want a practical, self-contained stay.
See Apartment Mali SkojApartments Anka
Potok 12, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartments Anka at Potok 12 gives guests a kitchen with microwave and oven, a balcony, and a bathroom of their own. Free car parking removes the search for a space, free Wifi covers the stay, and non-smoking rooms are available. A hairdryer is provided and luggage can be stored. The layout suits families and groups who plan to cook and eat in, with the balcony serving as extra living space.
See Apartments AnkaSunny House Free Parking
Za Gospom 18, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFamilies get extra help at Sunny House Free Parking on Za Gospom 18, where a babysitting service is offered alongside family rooms. Diving and scuba diving can be arranged, and there is a barber and beauty salon on site. Rooms come with air conditioning, a balcony and an alarm clock, and express check-in speeds up arrival. It suits active households that want childcare and water sports within reach of the same address.
See Sunny House Free ParkingVilla Lina
Brdari 1, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereVilla Lina on Brdari 1 is a 3-star property with a cot and a dishwasher, so it works for both small children and self-catering meals. Free car parking and free Wifi are provided, air conditioning and a fan handle the heat, and a CD player sits alongside the balcony. A first aid kit is kept available. It is aimed at families and friends who want a quiet house base with their own transport.
See Villa LinaApartment Tonka's Terrace
Sudurad 9, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCooking is easy at Apartment Tonka's Terrace, Sudurad 9, where the kitchen includes a microwave, oven and refrigerator and the rooms are non-smoking. Free Wifi and internet access run throughout, air conditioning cools the apartment, and a hairdryer is supplied in the bathroom. Luggage storage is available around arrival and departure. The apartment suits couples or small families who prefer an independent stay with a full kitchen.
See Apartment Tonka's TerraceVillage house Ana Dubravica
Dubravica Bb, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA garden of its own is the draw at Village house Ana Dubravica, Dubravica Bb. The house brings family rooms, a cot and a dishwasher, plus a desk for anyone working while away. Free car parking and air conditioning are provided, and a hairdryer and first aid kit are on hand, with cleaning part of the arrangement.
See Village house Ana DubravicaCoral House
Izmedu Mira Bb Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Neretva 20223, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCoral House on Izmedu Mira is a small 3-star property, with a total of between 1 and 50 rooms, offering free Wifi and internet access and a private bathroom. Pets are not allowed, so guests should plan to travel without animals. Beyond that the listing is lean: what is clear is a compact, connected place to stay where the essentials are covered.
See Coral HouseSummer Cottage
Ulica Na Vodi 8 Trsteno, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet on Ulica Na Vodi 8 in Trsteno, Summer Cottage comes with a garden and free car parking, plus free Wifi and internet access indoors. Air conditioning cools the cottage, a dishwasher and cot are provided, and a hairdryer and first aid kit are available, with cleaning included. It suits a family or small group wanting a garden and parking in Trsteno itself.
See Summer CottageHoliday Home La Dorada
Potok 14, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA bath indoors and a beach nearby distinguish Holiday Home La Dorada on Potok 14. The 3-star house offers a garden, free car parking and free Wifi, with air conditioning inside and a dishwasher for self-catering. A hairdryer and first aid kit are kept available, and cleaning is part of the arrangement. It works well for families or friends who want a garden and easy parking, with the sea within reach.
See Holiday Home La DoradaVilla Kanada
Mihanovici 3, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereVilla Kanada on Mihanovici 3 is the one entry here with a sauna, and it adds a lounge and a terrace for sitting out. The 3-star property is wheelchair accessible, offers free car parking and free Wifi, and keeps luggage storage for arrival and departure days. It suits guests who want shared indoor and outdoor space and step-free access, whether travelling as a group or as a couple.
See Villa KanadaApartments Lina Three Bedroom Apartment With Two Balconies and Sea View
Brdari 1, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereTwo balconies and a sea view come with this three-bedroom apartment at Brdari 1. The 3-star property includes a kitchen with microwave and dishwasher, air conditioning and a private bathroom, along with free car parking and free Wifi. A laundry service is available, and a beach is nearby. It suits larger groups or families who need several bedrooms and want to eat in while looking out over the water.
See Apartments Lina Three Bedroom Apartment With Two Balconies and Sea ViewApartment Pod Nespolom
Za Gospom 14, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartment Pod Nespolom on Za Gospom 14 keeps a garden and free car parking. Inside, the kitchen has a microwave, oven and dishwasher, the rooms are non-smoking, and free Wifi and internet access are provided. Air conditioning and a hairdryer are standard, and a bathroom completes the apartment. It suits families or couples who want to cook, park easily and have outdoor space at ground level.
See Apartment Pod Nespolom
How to choose
For families
Guest House Simunovic has family rooms plus a kitchen, oven and refrigerator; Sunny House Free Parking adds family rooms, a babysitting service and free parking; Village house Ana Dubravica offers family rooms, a garden and free car parking. All three are apartments or guesthouses, so a family can spread out rather than share one hotel room.
Guest House Simunovic · Sunny House Free Parking · Village house Ana Dubravica
For sea and swimming
Hotel Glavović lists a beach nearby and a 24-hour front desk, with a guest rating of 4.3 from 125 reviews. Eco Apartments Kate and Holiday Home La Dorada both name a beach nearby, and Apartments Lina's three-bedroom apartment adds two balconies and a sea view — useful for the rocky swim below the coast road.
Hotel Glavović · Eco Apartments Kate · Holiday Home La Dorada · Apartments Lina Three Bedroom Apartment With Two Balconies and Sea View
For parking and terraces
Apartment Mali Skoj, Villa Lina, Villa Kanada and Summer Cottage all list free car parking, which matters in a village with one shop and no ATM. Villa Kanada also has a sauna and terrace, Villa Lina and Apartment Mali Skoj have balconies, and Summer Cottage has a garden. A car makes the 20km run to Dubrovnik straightforward.
Apartment Mali Skoj · Villa Lina · Villa Kanada · Summer Cottage
Where to stay in Trsteno
Sudurad
It is the base for Eco Apartments Kate, Guest House Simunovic, Apartment Mali Skoj and Apartment Tonka's Terrace. Expect a quiet cluster of houses rather than a resort strip, with the arboretum and the rocky swim ledges below the coast road a short drive away.
Our picks here: Eco Apartments Kate · Apartment Mali Skoj · Apartment Tonka's Terrace
Potok
Apartments Anka and Holiday Home La Dorada are both on Potok, a lane in the village area. Both have kitchens and free car parking, and La Dorada names a beach nearby. It is a setting for guests who want to walk the village lanes and olive groves rather than stay on the coast road.
Our picks here: Apartments Anka · Holiday Home La Dorada
Brdari
Villa Lina and Apartments Lina share the Brdari 1 address, with free parking at both and two balconies and a sea view in the Lina apartment. Brdari is a hamlet address rather than a town, so plan on a car for the arboretum, the shop and the drive to Dubrovnik.
Our picks here: Villa Lina · Apartments Lina Three Bedroom Apartment With Two Balconies and Sea View
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Most visitors arrive on a bus or a Dubrovnik Riviera excursion, and Trsteno is described as a village about 20km north of Dubrovnik. If you are driving between Dubrovnik and Split, Trsteno makes an honest two-hour stop. Once here, the village loop is 2.5 km: start at the two plane trees, walk down through the arboretum (paid entry required), exit at the seaside gate to the small harbour with its Renaissance grottoes, follow the rocky sea path east for 300m to the swim ledges, and return uphill through olive groves and old stone walls. There is one shop, a bakery van at 7am and no ATM, so bring cash before you leave the city.
When to go
Time your visit around the coaches. From 10am to 1pm the arboretum can be busy with day-trip coaches from Dubrovnik and cruise-ship excursions; before 10am and after 4pm it is often nearly empty, and weekdays are quieter than weekends. Staying overnight is what gets you the garden and the village to yourself in the last hour before closing and the first hour after breakfast. The site names no particular season for the arboretum, so judge the weather on general Dalmatian summer and shoulder-season terms.
Things to do near Trsteno
- Best Time to Visit Trsteno: A Month-by-Month Guide
- Trsteno Arboretum Without a Car: A Realistic Day Trip from Dubrovnik
- Trsteno in October: Salt Pans, Walks and a Quieter Croatia
- Trsteno Salt Pans: Best Times for Photography in Autumn Light
- Trsteno to Slano: Coastal Walks and Bus Links
- Trsteno with Kids: Family-Friendly Things to Do
- Where to stay in Trsteno: honest area guide
- Trsteno Arboretum
Questions, answered
Where exactly are these hotels?
Their addresses name Sudurad, Potok, Brdari, Za Gospom, Dubravica and Ulica Na Vodi in Trsteno, plus one on Izmedu Mira. These are village and hamlet addresses around Trsteno, about 20km north of Dubrovnik, not old-town Dubrovnik addresses.
Is one night in Trsteno enough?
The site's own advice is that a half-day trip from Dubrovnik covers the arboretum and lunch, and that an overnight only makes sense if you specifically want quiet or are breaking a Dubrovnik-Split drive. Staying overnight gives you the garden and village in the last hour before closing and the first hour after breakfast.
Can I stay here without a car?
Most visitors arrive on a bus or a Dubrovnik Riviera excursion, so a car is not essential to reach Trsteno. Several listed hotels, including Apartment Mali Skoj, Villa Lina, Villa Kanada and Summer Cottage, list free car parking if you do drive.
Which hotels suit families?
Guest House Simunovic and Sunny House Free Parking both list family rooms, and Sunny House also lists a babysitting service. Village house Ana Dubravica lists family rooms, a garden and free car parking. All three are apartments or guesthouses with space beyond a single room.
Which places have a kitchen?
Apartments Anka, Apartment Tonka's Terrace, Summer Cottage and Apartment Pod Nespolom all list a kitchen or kitchen equipment such as an oven, microwave and dishwasher. Guest House Simunovic also lists a kitchen, oven and refrigerator.
What is there to do in the village?
The site describes a 2.5 km loop: the two plane trees, the arboretum with paid entry, the seaside gate to the small harbour with its Renaissance grottoes, a 300m rocky sea path east to the swim ledges, and a return uphill through olive groves and old stone walls.
Is there anywhere to eat or shop in Trsteno?
The village has one shop, one bakery van that comes through at 7am and no ATM, so bring cash before you leave the city. The site also mentions a highway konoba where day visitors eat. Several listed apartments have kitchens, which is the practical option for an evening meal.
Can I pay by card in the village?
The site states Trsteno has no ATM, so bring cash before you leave Dubrovnik. It gives no information on card acceptance at the shop or the konoba, so plan on cash for small purchases.