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4-star hotels in Gruž
This shortlist of 4-star hotels in Gruž, Dubrovnik, is for travellers who want a working harbour base with easy ferry access, late konobas and a quieter, residential stay rather than a promenade scene.
Staying in Gruž
Gruž is Dubrovnik's working harbour, not its postcard. By 9pm the market stalls are gone and the harbour front settles into a working-class quiet broken only by the bars near the Jadrolinija terminal and the odd delivery truck idling for the morning fish run. Locals eat late here — 8:30 or 9pm bookings are normal — and the konobas on Ivana Zajca stay open until the last table clears. There's no promenade scene, just the slap of water against hulls and lit windows in the apartment blocks behind the port.
The hotels and apartments on this list sit in Gruž proper, on Radnicka, Ulica Andrije Hebranga, S. S. Kranjcevica, Stjepana Cvijića, Ulica Svetog Križa, Metohijska, Imotska and Janjevska, with a few just along the residential slope towards Pile and Lapad. That mix suits couples on a short break, families who want space and free parking, and ferry passengers heading to Šipan, Lopud, Koločep, Mljet or Korčula: the terminal is on Obala pape Ivana Pavla II, a short walk from most addresses. Guests rate the two hotels, Hotel Adria and Berkeley Hotel, at 4.5 out of 5 from 2196 and 378 reviews respectively.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Adria
Radnicka 46, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereRated 4.5 out of 5 by 2,196 guests, Hotel Adria is the full-service choice on Radnicka: a 24-hour front desk, air conditioning and balconies in the rooms, plus a bar and banquet space for drinks or a group meal. The beach is nearby, so swimming needs no planning. Bathrobes and cleaning come as standard, which suits travellers who would rather have hotel staff than an apartment key, and the 4-star class holds across a very large number of reviews.
See Hotel AdriaBerkeley Hotel
Ulica Andrije Hebranga 116A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereWith 378 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, Berkeley Hotel keeps a 4-star standard on Ulica Andrije Hebranga. A buffet covers the first meal, the bar and the beauty salon handle the rest of the day, and rooms come with air conditioning and a balcony. A canoe and a car rental service make it easy to get out on the water or further along the coast, and the 24-hour front desk takes late arrivals in its stride.
See Berkeley HotelApartments Tony
Andrije Hebranga 86 20000 Dubrovnik, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSelf-catering without giving up convenience: Apartments Tony on Andrije Hebranga has a dishwasher and a separate bath alongside the bathroom, with free wifi, air conditioning and a balcony. Free car parking is part of the stay and express check-in shortens the arrival. This is a 4-star apartment rather than a hotel, so it best suits guests who want space, their own cooking arrangements and a car, with bars nearby for the evening.
See Apartments TonyCity Apartments Lani 4
S. S. Kranjcevica 23, Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn S. S. Kranjcevica, City Apartments Lani 4 is arranged for longer family stays: a kitchen, a cot and high chairs, plus an iron and board and cleaning. Air conditioning and a balcony cover warm evenings, and free wifi and internet access keep everyone connected, while a hairdryer means less to pack. It suits parents travelling with small children who want a 4-star apartment with practical fittings rather than a lobby and a concierge.
See City Apartments Lani 4Apartment Violeta 1 with private terrace
Stjepana Cvijića 30A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartment Violeta 1 on Stjepana Cvijića comes with its own private terrace, which turns the apartment into somewhere you can sit outside without leaving the building. Inside there is air conditioning, a dishwasher and a desk for working, plus free wifi and internet access. Family rooms and first aid on hand make it workable for children, and cleaning is provided. A 4-star base with outdoor space and room for a family.
See Apartment Violeta 1 with private terraceApartment Violeta 2 with parking
Stjepana Cvijića 30A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereParking is the point at Apartment Violeta 2: a garage and free car parking on Stjepana Cvijića, paired with a balcony, air conditioning and a dishwasher. A cot is available for a baby, free wifi and cleaning keep the practical side covered, and first aid is on the premises. As a 4-star apartment with family-friendly fittings, it is aimed at guests arriving by car who want somewhere secure to leave it and a balcony at the end of the day.
See Apartment Violeta 2 with parkingSkyscraper Apartment
32 Put Stjepana Cvijića, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereAt 32 Put Stjepana Cvijića, Skyscraper Apartment gives guests free car parking, air conditioning and a balcony, with a dishwasher and coffee-making inside the apartment. A cot is provided for infants, a hairdryer saves packing, and free wifi and cleaning round off the practical list, with first aid on hand. This is a 4-star self-catering option, best for a small family or a couple who want to park and settle in.
See Skyscraper ApartmentApartment Antej
10A Ulica Svetog Križa, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartment Antej on Ulica Svetog Križa fits guests who want to cook: a kitchen with a microwave, free wifi and internet access, plus a hairdryer and coffee. Air conditioning keeps the apartment comfortable, non-smoking rooms keep it fresh, and free car parking removes the search for a space. Luggage storage helps with early arrivals or late departures. A 4-star apartment rather than a hotel, suited to independent travellers who prefer their own kitchen.
See Apartment AntejCity Apartments Lani
S.S Kranjcevic 23 Dubrovnik Dubrovnik Neretva 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCity Apartments Lani on S.S. Kranjcevic stands out for its outdoor space: a garden and a terrace, with a playground for children. Housekeeping and a laundry service take care of the chores, luggage storage and parking are available, and free wifi covers the apartment. Wheelchair accessible, it is a 4-star option that works for families and for guests with mobility needs, with a shuttle service also offered for getting around.
See City Apartments LaniCity Apartments Lani 3
S.S. Kranjcevica 23, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCity Apartments Lani 3, at the same S.S. Kranjcevica address, adds an arcade to the formula alongside a garden and terrace that give children somewhere to run. Car parking and self parking are available, as are luggage storage and free wifi, and the property is wheelchair accessible. It is a 4-star apartment with practical fittings rather than hotel services, which suits families and groups who want outdoor space, several beds and their own schedule.
See City Apartments Lani 3Apartment Zolla Dubrovnik Hot Tub and Free Parking
Andrije Hebranga 106B, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartment Zolla on Andrije Hebranga pairs free car parking with air conditioning, a balcony and a cot, making it straightforward for a family arriving by car. The apartment has a dishwasher, coffee and a hairdryer, with free wifi and cleaning included; a fan is there for warmer nights and first aid is on the premises. As a 4-star self-catering stay it suits guests who want to settle in for several nights.
See Apartment Zolla Dubrovnik Hot Tub and Free ParkingCaptain's Place
2 Metohijska Ulica 2Nd Floor To The Right Captain's Place, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereCaptain's Place sits on the 2nd floor at 2 Metohijska Ulica and is reached with express check-in, which shortens the arrival. Inside there is air conditioning, a dishwasher and coffee, free wifi, and carpeted rooms with a fan for warm weather. Family rooms make it a workable choice for parents, and first aid is available on site. A 4-star apartment, it suits guests who want their own kitchen space rather than hotel service.
See Captain's PlaceApartment Denis
Imotska 7A, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartment Denis on Imotska is built for families travelling with a car: family rooms, free car parking and a garage, with a balcony and air conditioning. A dishwasher and coffee cover the cooking side, a bidet and carpeted floors add comfort, and free wifi keeps everyone online. It is a 4-star apartment rather than a hotel, so it best suits guests who want several beds, their own space and somewhere secure to leave the car overnight.
See Apartment DenisApartment Eni
Janjevska 23, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereApartment Eni on Janjevska handles families and remote workers at once: family rooms and a cot for children, a desk and alarm clock for anyone starting early. Air conditioning, a dishwasher and coffee-making are provided, along with free wifi and cleaning, and first aid is on hand. The 4-star apartment gives guests a self-catering base with practical fittings, suited to a family or a couple who want to work and cook for themselves.
See Apartment EniWindrose Apartment
29 Ulica Svetog Križa, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBreakfast is on the facility list at Windrose Apartment on Ulica Svetog Križa, and the beach nearby makes mornings easy. The apartment has a bath and a bidet, carpeted floors, air conditioning, a cot and a desk, with coffee-making and cleaning provided. It is a 4-star option, well suited to guests who want breakfast sorted without hunting for a café and who value space for a family or a longer stay.
See Windrose Apartment
How to choose
For ferry hoppers
Hotel Adria on Radnicka, Berkeley Hotel on Ulica Andrije Hebranga and Captain's Place on Metohijska Ulica are the closest picks for the Gruž port terminal on Obala pape Ivana Pavla II. All Jadrolinija ferries and catamarans to Šipan, Lopud, Koločep, Mljet and Korčula leave from there, so an early 9:15am sailing to Mljet's Polače port is a five-minute walk, not a taxi ride.
For families
Apartments with family rooms, cots and high chairs cluster on the residential streets: City Apartments Lani 4 and City Apartments Lani on S. S. Kranjcevica, Apartment Violeta 1 on Stjepana Cvijića, Apartment Denis on Imotska and Apartment Eni on Janjevska. City Apartments Lani also has a playground, and Apartment Denis adds a garage and free car parking.
City Apartments Lani 4 · Apartment Violeta 1 with private terrace · City Apartments Lani · Apartment Denis · Apartment Eni
For free parking
Apartment Violeta 2 and Apartment Denis add a garage; Apartment Zolla pairs parking with a hot tub.
Apartments Tony · Apartment Violeta 2 with parking · Skyscraper Apartment · Apartment Antej · Apartment Zolla Dubrovnik Hot Tub and Free Parking · Apartment Denis
For the top-rated pick
Only two properties here carry a guest rating: Hotel Adria and Berkeley Hotel, both 4.5 out of 5. Hotel Adria has 2196 reviews and is a full 4-star hotel on Radnicka with a 24-hour front desk and a beach nearby; Berkeley Hotel, with 378 reviews on Ulica Andrije Hebranga, also offers a 24-hour front desk and a beauty salon.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
All Jadrolinija ferries and catamarans to Šipan, Lopud, Koločep, Mljet and Korčula leave from the Gruž port terminal on Obala pape Ivana Pavla II, not from the Old Town. Tickets are sold at the terminal counter or online through Jadrolinija, and it's worth arriving 20 minutes early in July and August when queues build. The international ferry to Bari departs from the same terminal on a separate schedule. On foot, the terminal is a short walk from the Radnicka, Ulica Andrije Hebranga and Metohijska Ulica addresses on this list.
When to go
July and August are the busiest months at the terminal, with queues building for ferries, so arriving 20 minutes early matters. Locals eat late year-round, with 8:30 or 9pm bookings normal and konobas on Ivana Zajca open until the last table clears. The harbour front is quiet after 9pm once the market stalls are gone, and solo travellers report no issues, with the working harbour lit and busy until midnight around the bars near the Jadrolinija terminal.
Things to do near Gruž
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the Gruž ferry terminal?
Hotel Adria on Radnicka, Berkeley Hotel on Ulica Andrije Hebranga and Captain's Place on Metohijska Ulica are the closest addresses to the port. All Jadrolinija ferries and catamarans leave from the Gruž port terminal on Obala pape Ivana Pavla II, and it's a 5-minute walk from there.
Do any of these hotels have free parking?
Yes. Apartments Tony, Apartment Violeta 2, Skyscraper Apartment, Apartment Antej, Apartment Zolla Dubrovnik Hot Tub and Free Parking, and Apartment Denis all list free car parking. Apartment Violeta 2 and Apartment Denis also list a garage, and City Apartments Lani and City Apartments Lani 3 offer self parking.
Which options suit families?
City Apartments Lani 4, City Apartments Lani, Apartment Violeta 1, Apartment Denis and Apartment Eni list family rooms or cots, and City Apartments Lani 4 adds high chairs. City Apartments Lani also has a playground. Apartment Denis and Apartment Eni add garages or free parking for family cars.
Are there hotels with a 24-hour front desk?
Hotel Adria on Radnicka and Berkeley Hotel on Ulica Andrije Hebranga both list a 24-hour front desk, alongside air conditioning, bars and a beach nearby. These are the two full hotels on this list, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2196 and 378 reviews respectively.
Which is the top-rated hotel on this list?
Hotel Adria and Berkeley Hotel share the highest guest rating, both 4.5 out of 5. Hotel Adria has 2196 reviews and sits on Radnicka; Berkeley Hotel has 378 reviews on Ulica Andrije Hebranga. The apartments on this list do not carry a guest rating in the data.
Can I stay here without a car?
Yes. The Gruž port terminal on Obala pape Ivana Pavla II is a short walk from the Radnicka, Ulica Andrije Hebranga and Metohijska Ulica addresses. Ferries to Šipan, Lopud, Koločep, Mljet and Korčula leave from there, and the harbour front bars stay busy until midnight for those walking back late.
What is there to do in the evening in Gruž?
By 9pm the market stalls are gone and the harbour front settles into a working-class quiet broken only by the bars near the Jadrolinija terminal. Locals eat late, with 8:30 or 9pm bookings normal, and the konobas on Ivana Zajca stay open until the last table clears.