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4- and 5-star hotels in Montovjerna
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels and apartments in Montovjerna, the quiet residential slope above Dubrovnik's Gruž harbour. It is for travellers who want sleep, harbour views and easy buses rather than an evening promenade outside the door.
Staying in Montovjerna
Montovjerna is the residential slope between Pile and Lapad, where locals live and families stay. The evening is quiet: neighbours sit outside Caffè Bar Pauk on Nikole Tesle over a last coffee, kids play on the concrete court near the school, and the ring road hums below. There is no bar crawl and no reason to dress up, so anyone wanting an evening out takes the bus or walks down to Lapad; nightlife here is a television through an open window. A 2.5 km loop from the Iva Vojnovića bus stop climbs through the residential streets to the ridge road, follows it west with harbour views, and drops past the parish church to the Gruž market.
The hotels on this list sit along the same few streets: Ante Starčevića, Hrvatskog Crvenog Kriza, Iva Vojnovića, Nikole Tesle and Brsečinska. That puts guests within reach of the Iva Vojnovića bus stop and the Caffè Bar Pauk corner. Apartments with kitchens suit families and longer stays, while the staffed hotels with 24-hour front desks and breakfast suit couples and business travellers on a short break. Expect a residential base with a hill to climb, not a promenade address.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Apartments Adriatic Oasis & Marine View
Ante Starčevića 49 Dubrovnik 4Kat, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFive-star apartment in Dubrovnik, on Ante Starčevića. Family rooms make it workable for groups travelling with children, and the balcony gives everyone somewhere to sit once the day winds down. A dishwasher and air conditioning keep the place practical for longer stays, while express check in saves time on arrival. Free car parking suits guests arriving by car, and free Wifi covers the basics. Best for families or groups who want more room than a standard hotel stay and a base of their own in the city.
See Apartments Adriatic Oasis & Marine ViewPorto
Hrvatskog Crvenog Kriza 2, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereGuests rate this 4-star hotel 4.8 out of 5 across 349 reviews, and the 24-hour front desk and concierge explain part of that. Rooms come with balconies and bathrobes, and there is a bar plus a buffet on site. A car rental service is available if you plan to explore beyond the city. It suits travellers who want attentive service and an easy base in Dubrovnik.
See PortoCity Hotel Dubrovnik
4 Hrvatskog Crvenog Kriza Dubrovnik Dubrovacko Neretvanska Županija 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereWith 4.6 out of 5 from 355 guests, this 4-star hotel combines a 24-hour front desk and round-the-clock security with practical extras. Breakfast is served as a buffet, and there is a bar for later in the day. Bike and car rental services are both on hand, so you can move around Dubrovnik independently. Good for visitors who like a well-run, active stay.
See City Hotel DubrovnikHotel Lero
Iva Vojnovica 14, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Lero is a 4-star address on Iva Vojnovica with a beach nearby, rated 4.4 out of 5 by 2530 guests. The 24-hour front desk, bar and breakfast-in-room service cover the essentials, while air conditioning and balconies keep rooms comfortable. A banquet facility makes it workable for group occasions as well. It suits guests who want a steady, established hotel close to the water.
See Hotel LeroApartments Aura
Silvije Strahimira Kranjcevica 3A Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Neretva 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Fitness Center
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThese 4-star apartments on Silvije Strahimira Kranjčevića include a fitness centre and a garden, with the beach nearby. Air conditioning and balconies feature in the units, and a dishwasher helps with longer stays. Free wifi and cleaning are provided. It is a sensible pick for travellers who want apartment independence plus room to keep up an exercise routine.
See Apartments AuraAdriatic Deluxe Apartments
Nikole Tesle 2, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Self Parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAdriatic Deluxe Apartments on Nikole Tesle places a restaurant, bar and terrace on site, with a beauty salon and barber for convenience. Lifts, luggage storage and a reception area make arrivals and departures straightforward, and free wifi is available. Bicycle hire is offered for getting around, and self parking is an option. Suited to guests who prefer apartment-style space backed by hotel-like services.
See Adriatic Deluxe ApartmentsApartment Van Gogh
Brsečinska 1, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartment Van Gogh on Brsečinska is a 4-star non-smoking apartment with a jacuzzi and a full kitchen including dishwasher and microwave. Air conditioning, a bathroom with hairdryer, and an iron and board cover daily needs, and free wifi plus internet access keep you connected. An iPod dock is provided for entertainment. It suits couples or small groups who want a quiet, self-contained base.
See Apartment Van GoghApartment Miniatus A48
Brsečinska 3A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Internet access
Why stay hereA 4-star apartment on Brsečinska, with internet access for working or planning the day's route. Laundry service keeps longer stays manageable and means lighter packing, while shuttle service takes the hassle out of getting around Dubrovnik. That combination suits guests without a car or anyone staying several nights. It is a straightforward base in Montovjerna for solo travellers, couples or small groups who care about the practical details.
See Apartment Miniatus A48Apartment Take That Dubrovnik
41 Ulica Bana Josipa Jelacica, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereApartment Take That Dubrovnik on Ulica Bana Josipa Jelacica offers air conditioning, a kitchen with dishwasher and family rooms, making it practical for a group or family. Free wifi and free car parking are included, and a bathroom with hairdryer plus an iron and board are provided. Cleaning and coffee are also part of the set-up. Good for self-catering travellers arriving by car.
See Apartment Take That DubrovnikApartment Dubrovnik Clouds
24 Dr. Ante Starčevića, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartment Dubrovnik Clouds on Dr. Ante Starčevića comes with a balcony and air conditioning, plus a bathroom and a dishwasher. Free wifi and free car parking are provided, and a cot is available for families with a baby. A fan supplements the air conditioning, and first aid supplies are kept on hand. It suits guests who want a simple, well-equipped apartment with parking.
See Apartment Dubrovnik CloudsApartments Marando
8 Šipčine Ulica, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartments Marando on Šipčine Ulica provide balconies, air conditioning and a dishwasher, with free wifi and cleaning included. Express check-in speeds up arrival, a cot is available for young families, and a car rental service is offered for day trips. Coffee is provided in the units. A practical choice for guests who want apartment space and easy arrival.
See Apartments MarandoApartment Bora
Brsečinska 3A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartment Bora on Brsečinska is a 4-star apartment with a balcony, air conditioning and a bathroom with hairdryer. Free wifi and internet access keep you connected, while housekeeping and cleaning are arranged. A cot and first aid are available, and coffee is provided. It suits travellers who want a compact, tidy base with the essentials covered.
See Apartment BoraApartment Luka Two bedroom apartment
Hutovska 3, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Kitchen
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThis two-bedroom apartment on Hutovska has a kitchen with dishwasher and is close to the beach, so self-catering and sea time go together. Air conditioning and a bathroom with hairdryer cover comfort, and free wifi plus internet access are provided. A laundry service and an iron and board are available, and first aid is on hand. Best for families or friends wanting two separate bedrooms.
See Apartment Luka Two bedroom apartmentHedera Estate Hedera A36
Dr. Ante Starcevica 11, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHedera Estate Hedera A36 on Dr. Ante Starcevica offers a balcony, air conditioning and a dishwasher, with a garage and free car parking for drivers. Free wifi and cleaning are included, and a cot is available for families. Coffee is provided in the apartment. It suits guests who want a self-contained 4-star base with secure parking.
See Hedera Estate Hedera A36Studio Apartment Colors of Dubrovnik
36B Ulica Josipa Kosora 1 Kat, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereStudio Apartment Colors of Dubrovnik on Ulica Josipa Kosora is a 4-star studio with a balcony and garden, plus a desk and coffee for everyday use. Free wifi, free car parking and a garage are provided, and a bathroom with hairdryer is included. Carpeted flooring and air conditioning keep it comfortable. Good for a couple or solo traveller who wants a quiet studio with parking.
See Studio Apartment Colors of Dubrovnik
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments Adriatic Oasis & Marine View | ★★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Porto | ★★★★ | – | – |
| City Hotel Dubrovnik | ★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Hotel Lero | ★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Apartments Aura | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Adriatic Deluxe Apartments | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Apartment Van Gogh | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Apartment Miniatus A48 | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Apartment Take That Dubrovnik | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Apartment Dubrovnik Clouds | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Apartments Marando | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Apartment Bora | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Apartment Luka Two bedroom apartment | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Hedera Estate Hedera A36 | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Studio Apartment Colors of Dubrovnik | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Apartments with separate kitchens and family rooms keep a family fed and settled: Apartment Take That Dubrovnik lists family rooms, a dishwasher and free parking, Apartments Adriatic Oasis & Marine View adds a balcony and dishwasher, and Apartment Bora offers a balcony, cot and free wifi.
Apartment Take That Dubrovnik · Apartments Adriatic Oasis & Marine View · Apartment Bora
For full service
These three are staffed hotels with 24-hour front desks. Porto and City Hotel Dubrovnik sit on Hrvatskog Crvenog Kriza, and Hotel Lero on Iva Vojnovica has a bar and rooms with bathrobes. Porto holds 4.8 from 349 reviews; Hotel Lero's 2,530 reviews make it the best-tested of the group.
For longer stays
Self-catering flats for a week or more: Apartment Dubrovnik Clouds and Hedera Estate Hedera A36 are both on Dr. Ante Starčevića and both add free parking and a dishwasher. Apartments Marando on Šipčine Ulica brings air conditioning, a balcony and express check-in.
Apartment Dubrovnik Clouds · Hedera Estate Hedera A36 · Apartments Marando
For quiet rooms
Apartment Van Gogh lists non-smoking rooms, a jacuzzi and a kitchen; Apartment Miniatus A48 and Apartment Bora share the Brsečinska address and keep things simple. All three sit on streets that the neighbourhood itself describes as emptying out by 9-10pm.
Apartment Van Gogh · Apartment Miniatus A48 · Apartment Bora
Where to stay in Montovjerna
Ante Starčevića
The main street through the neighbourhood, running past the corner where Caffè Bar Pauk sits on Nikole Tesle. Apartments Adriatic Oasis & Marine View, Dubrovnik Clouds and Hedera A36 all address it, and all three add free car parking. The Upper Montovjerna loop climbs from the Iva Vojnovića bus stop nearby.
Our picks here: Apartments Adriatic Oasis & Marine View · Apartment Dubrovnik Clouds · Hedera Estate Hedera A36
Hrvatskog Crvenog Kriza
A residential street that holds two of the list's staffed hotels, Porto and City Hotel Dubrovnik, both with 24-hour front desks and bars. Guests here are close to the Iva Vojnovića stop for buses down to Lapad and Gruž, and to the school court and café that make up the neighbourhood's evening.
Our picks here: Porto · City Hotel Dubrovnik
Brsečinska
A quiet side street with three of the smaller apartments: Van Gogh, Miniatus A48 and Bora. The neighbourhood empties by 9-10pm, so it suits light sleepers; dinner means walking or riding to Lapad or Gruž, five to fifteen minutes either direction.
Our picks here: Apartment Van Gogh · Apartment Miniatus A48 · Apartment Bora
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Buses on lines 1A, 1B and 3 leave from the Iva Vojnovića stop, and the ride down to the Old Town takes about 15 minutes; walking takes roughly 40 minutes, most of it downhill and then flat along the harbour road. There is no shortcut that avoids the hill on the way back, so the site's own advice is to plan on the bus for the return, especially with shopping or in summer heat. Within the neighbourhood everything is on foot: the climb through the residential streets on Nikole Tesle, the ridge road west with harbour views, and the drop past the parish church to the Gruž market.
When to go
Summer is when the hill is at its hottest and the return walk is hardest, which is why the site suggests the bus back with shopping. The 2.5 km Upper Montovjerna loop, from the Iva Vojnovića stop up Nikole Tesle to the ridge road, west with harbour views and down to the Gruž market, takes roughly 45 minutes at an easy pace including a coffee stop. Evenings stay quiet year-round: streets empty by 9-10pm, which suits sleep rather than nightlife.
Things to do near Montovjerna
Questions, answered
Is Montovjerna good for nightlife?
No. It is a residential neighbourhood with families and long-term locals, and streets empty by 9-10pm. The site says there is genuinely nothing to do after dark beyond the odd café, and anyone wanting an evening out should base themselves in Lapad or the Old Town instead.
How do I get from Montovjerna to the Old Town?
Buses on lines 1A, 1B or 3 from the Iva Vojnovića stop take 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 the bus is the easier return.
Which hotels here have a 24-hour front desk?
Porto and City Hotel Dubrovnik, both on Hrvatskog Crvenog Kriza, and Hotel Lero on Iva Vojnovica. All three are 4-star. Porto is rated 4.8 from 349 reviews, City Hotel Dubrovnik 4.6 from 355, and Hotel Lero 4.4 from 2,530.
Are there apartments with kitchens for a family?
Yes. Apartment Take That Dubrovnik has a kitchen, dishwasher and family rooms; Apartment Van Gogh has a kitchen, microwave and dishwasher; Apartment Luka Two bedroom apartment and Apartment Dubrovnik Clouds also list kitchens or dishwashers. Several add cots or free parking.
Where can we eat in the neighbourhood?
The site describes a few honest neighbourhood pizzerias and one grill konoba. For actual restaurants it points guests to Lapad or Gruž, five to fifteen minutes either direction.
Which hotel has the most guest reviews?
Hotel Lero, with 2,530 reviews and a guest score of 4.4 out of 5. Porto has 349 reviews at 4.8 and City Hotel Dubrovnik 355 at 4.6. The apartments on the list carry no guest rating in the data.
Is there a walk from the hotels?
The Upper Montovjerna harbour views loop is 2.5 km. From the Iva Vojnovića bus stop it climbs through the residential streets on Nikole Tesle to the top of the hill, follows the ridge road west with harbour views, drops past the parish church to the Gruž market and returns uphill: roughly 45 minutes at an easy pace including a stop.