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4-star hotels in Boninovo
A shortlist of 4-star apartments and villas in Boninovo, the quiet residential slope between Dubrovnik's Old Town and Lapad Bay. It is for travellers who want a real neighbourhood, a kitchen, and frequent buses rather than a hotel at either endpoint.
Staying in Boninovo
Boninovo is the ten minutes of villas, small hotels and student dormitories that visitors pass through between the Old Town and Lapad Bay. It sits on the main bus route, with every 1A, 1B and 3 stopping here, so you are convenient without being at either endpoint. The seaward side falls off in cliffs to Danče cove, a small rocky local swim spot reached by steps off Ulica Marka Cara near a Franciscan convent, with a 15th-century cemetery you walk through to reach the water. The walled Serbian Orthodox cemetery, Pravoslavno groblje Boninovo, gives the area its name on some maps. By 9pm the streets are close to silent; you will hear the bus more than any bar.
The listed properties are apartments and villas spread across the neighbourhood's residential streets — Sinjska, Bana Josipa Jelačića, Antuna Mihanovića, Od Gaja, Natka Nodila, Andrije Hebranga and Ulica Vladimira Nazora among them. Most come with air conditioning, a kitchen or kitchenette, free wifi and, in several cases, free car parking, which suits families and self-catering stays of a week or more. Couples on a short break may prefer the Old Town or Pile, but for longer stays Boninovo gives a genuine neighbourhood and easy buses.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Apartman Mia
Sinjska 5 20000 Dubrovnik Boninovo, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Kitchen
Why stay hereApartman Mia is a 4-star apartment on Sinjska with its own kitchen, lounge and dining corner, so self-catering days are easy. Air conditioning, free Wifi and free car parking cover the practical side, and non-smoking rooms keep the atmosphere clean. Couples or small families who want to cook and drive in rather than rely on restaurant meals will find it a comfortable base in Boninovo.
See Apartman MiaApartment Aurora II
Bana Josipa Jelačića 3, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartment Aurora II sits on Bana Josipa Jelačića and adds a balcony to its kitchen and air-conditioned rooms, giving guests a private spot to sit out. Free Wifi and internet access help with planning, and cleaning is included. It suits travellers who want an apartment with a little outdoor space while staying close to the Boninovo area of Dubrovnik.
See Apartment Aurora IIVilla Ida
Antuna Mihanovića 14, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereVilla Ida on Antuna Mihanovića combines a garden and balcony with a full bath, dishwasher and air conditioning, and the beach is nearby. Free car parking removes the parking worry, while free Wifi and a cot make it workable for guests with a child. Best for those who value outdoor space and a kitchen over a hotel-style set-up.
See Villa IdaVilla Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha
Od Gaja 5A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
Why stay hereVilla Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha is a 4-star address on Od Gaja 5A, and its outdoor pool is the reason many guests pick it over a standard Dubrovnik stay. Free car parking is included, so arriving by car is straightforward, while luggage storage lets you drop bags before or after a swim. The setup suits couples or small groups who want their own apartment base with a pool on site rather than a room in a larger hotel.
See Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment MargarethaHedera Estate Villa Hedera II
Ivana Mtijasevica 10 Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Neretva 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHedera Estate Villa Hedera II on Ivana Mtijasevica has a balcony, a dishwasher-equipped kitchen and air conditioning, and the beach is nearby. Free car parking and free Wifi are included, and cleaning is part of the set-up. A solid choice for guests who want a self-contained 4-star apartment within easy reach of the coast.
See Hedera Estate Villa Hedera IIVilla Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta
Od Gaja 5A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereVilla Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta pairs an outdoor pool with a garden and terrace at Od Gaja 5A, and free Wifi and free car parking come with it. Fishing and horse riding are available nearby for active days. It fits guests who want outdoor space, a pool and things to do beyond the apartment itself.
See Villa Marghareta Deluxe App MargharetaVilla Marghareta 2
Od Gaja 9, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereVilla Marghareta 2 sits at Od Gaja 9 and pairs an outdoor pool and free car parking with a terrace and wheelchair-accessible facilities. Guests arriving by car park without charge, store luggage on arrival or departure, and step straight out onto the terrace. The 4-star apartment layout suits families or groups who need step-free access and prefer a private place with a pool to a hotel room.
See Villa Marghareta 2Apartments Laus
Natka Nodila 10, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartments Laus on Natka Nodila offers a balcony, air conditioning and a kitchen with dishwasher, plus free Wifi for planning days out. Canoeing and diving are within reach for guests who want time on the water. Cleaning and a cot are provided. Good for active couples or small families who want an apartment base with watersports nearby.
See Apartments LausAdriatic Allure
1 Ulica Bana Josipa Jelačića, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAdriatic Allure on Ulica Bana Josipa Jelačića is an apartment with balcony, air conditioning and a dishwasher kitchen, plus free Wifi. Bars in the building or nearby and canoeing give days some variety. Cleaning and a cot are included. It suits guests who want a central-feeling apartment where an evening drink is close at hand.
See Adriatic AllureVilla Mia
Od Gaja 22, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereVilla Mia on Od Gaja keeps things simple: a lounge, a terrace and free car parking, and it is wheelchair accessible. With no kitchen or air conditioning listed, it is the most pared-back of the Od Gaja villas. Best for drivers who want outdoor seating and step-free access rather than self-catering facilities.
See Villa MiaApartment Karmen
Andrije Hebranga 21, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartment Karmen on Andrije Hebranga adds a 24-hour front desk and babysitting service to its air-conditioned apartment with balcony. Bathrobes and a coffee set-up make it feel more serviced than most, and cleaning is included. A good fit for families who want support on hand, or for guests arriving at any hour.
See Apartment KarmenSunny Getaway Apartments
14 Ulica Vladimira Nazora, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Bar/Lounge
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSunny Getaway Apartments is a 4-star hotel at 14 Ulica Vladimira Nazora in Dubrovnik. Its air-conditioned apartments each include a balcony, providing a private outdoor space. The babysitting service allows parents to enjoy time alone while children are supervised. As the name suggests, it offers apartment-style lodging. This hotel suits families and couples seeking a comfortable, well-equipped base for their stay.
See Sunny Getaway ApartmentsWhite & Co Villa And Apartments
Izmedju Tri Crkve, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereWhite & Co Villa And Apartments on Izmedju Tri Crkve is built around family rooms, so parents travelling with children are the guests this 4-star address suits best. Free wifi is available and the apartments come with air conditioning, a dishwasher and a cot, which helps on longer stays. A bathroom, hairdryer, coffee and desk are listed too, alongside cleaning and first aid.
See White & Co Villa And ApartmentsAbelia two terraces hot tub free parking
Topolska 11, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAbelia two terraces hot tub free parking, on Topolska, delivers what its name promises: two terraces and a hot tub, with free parking alongside. Air conditioning, a bath and shower, dishwasher and family rooms round it out, and express check-in saves time. A strong pick for families or groups who want outdoor space and a soak at the end of the day.
See Abelia two terraces hot tub free parkingLili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking
17 Ulica Od Gale, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereLili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking on Ulica Od Gale has two bedrooms, a bath, a dishwasher kitchen and air conditioning, with free Wifi and a cot. Cleaning and coffee are included. The two-bedroom layout and free parking make it a practical base for a family or two couples touring Dubrovnik by car.
See Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartman Mia | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Apartment Aurora II | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Villa Ida | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Villa Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Villa Marghareta 2 | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Apartments Laus | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Adriatic Allure | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Villa Mia | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Apartment Karmen | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Sunny Getaway Apartments | ★★★★ | – | – |
| White & Co Villa And Apartments | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Abelia two terraces hot tub free parking | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These apartments and villas come with cots, family rooms or space to spread out. Villa Ida has a cot, dishwasher and free car parking; Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II and Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment add a cot and free parking, while Sunny Getaway Apartments and Abelia two terraces hot tub free parking list family rooms and babysitting service or family rooms respectively.
Villa Ida · Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II · Sunny Getaway Apartments · Abelia two terraces hot tub free parking · Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking
With a car
Boninovo's quiet streets and free parking make it a base for drivers. Apartman Mia, Villa Ida, Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha, Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II, Villa Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta, Villa Marghareta 2, Villa Mia and Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking all list free car parking; several also list parking, some with a surcharge.
Apartman Mia · Villa Ida · Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha · Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II · Villa Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta · Villa Marghareta 2
For a pool
Only the three Od Gaja 5A and Od Gaja 9 properties offer an outdoor pool: Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha and Villa Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta at Od Gaja 5A, and Villa Marghareta 2 at Od Gaja 9. All three also list free car parking and luggage storage, and Villa Marghareta 2 is wheelchair accessible.
Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha · Villa Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta · Villa Marghareta 2
Self-catering
For cooking in, Apartman Mia and Villa Hedera II list dishwashers, kitchens and free wifi; Apartment Aurora II, Apartments Laus, Abelia two terraces hot tub free parking and Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment also list kitchen or dishwasher equipment with coffee-making facilities and air conditioning.
Apartman Mia · Apartment Aurora II · Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II · Apartments Laus · Abelia two terraces hot tub free parking · Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking
Where to stay in Boninovo
Od Gaja
Four villas sit on Od Gaja, including the three Marghareta properties with an outdoor pool and free car parking, plus Villa Mia. It is a quiet residential street in Boninovo, within reach of the bus route and the cliff path down to Danče cove; a practical choice for families with a car.
Our picks here: Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha · Villa Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta · Villa Marghareta 2 · Villa Mia
Bana Josipa Jelačića
Apartment Aurora II and Adriatic Allure both have addresses on Bana Josipa Jelačića. This is one of the residential streets of the Boninovo slope, close to the frequent buses into the Old Town and out to Lapad Bay, with the sea and the cliff paths on the seaward side.
Our picks here: Apartment Aurora II · Adriatic Allure
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Boninovo sits on the main bus route between the Old Town and Lapad Bay: every 1A, 1B and 3 stops here, which makes it convenient without being at either endpoint. From the Boninovo bus stop you can follow the cliff path west along Ulica Marka Cara, drop into Danče cove for a swim, climb up past the Franciscan convent and the cemetery gates, then loop back on the upper residential streets through Zvonimirova. The Old Town is 20 minutes downhill on a lit road with sea views; the return climb is the catch, and most people bus back in the evening after dinner. Several listed properties offer free car parking for those arriving by car.
Things to do near Boninovo
Questions, answered
Is there a beach at Boninovo?
Danče cove is the local swim spot, reached by steps off Ulica Marka Cara near the Franciscan convent. It is small and rocky rather than sandy, free, with no lifeguard or facilities, but it is a genuine local swim spot rather than a tourist beach.
How do I get from Boninovo to the Old Town?
It is 20 minutes downhill on a lit road with sea views. The return climb is the catch, so most people take the bus back in the evening after dinner — every 1A, 1B and 3 stops in Boninovo.
Is Boninovo good for a first visit to Dubrovnik?
For a first visit of two nights, the site's own advice is to stay in Pile or Ploče. For a week or more, Boninovo gives you a real neighbourhood and a genuinely frequent bus, and the listed apartments suit self-catering stays.
Which listed properties have a pool?
Three: Villa Marghareta 1 Apartment Margaretha and Villa Marghareta Deluxe App Marghareta at Od Gaja 5A, and Villa Marghareta 2 at Od Gaja 9. All three also list free car parking and luggage storage.
Can I park at these Boninovo apartments?
Many list free car parking, including Apartman Mia, Villa Ida, the three Marghareta properties, Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II, Villa Mia and Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment with private parking. Some properties also list parking with a surcharge.
What is there to see in Boninovo itself?
The cliff path to Danče cove and the walled Serbian Orthodox cemetery, Pravoslavno groblje Boninovo, a cypress-shaded plot worth ten quiet minutes if you like old headstones. The streets are close to silent by 9pm.
Are these apartments suitable for families?
Several list cots or family rooms, among them Villa Ida, Hedera Estate Villa Hedera II, Sunny Getaway Apartments, Abelia two terraces hot tub free parking and Lili Mar 2 bedroom apartment. Sunny Getaway Apartments and Apartment Karmen also list babysitting service.