Design Hotels in Dubrovnik: Style & Character
Updated 10 July 2026 · 60 real hotels
Dubrovnik rewards travellers who look beyond the Old Town walls with a range of carefully presented properties spanning the Lapad peninsula, the Gruž harbour district, and the quieter Konavle coastline. Whether you prefer a polished four-star hotel or a well-appointed apartment, each address below stands out for its setting, attention to detail, and consistently excellent guest feedback. Rates start at 137 € per night, making considered design accessible at several price points.
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Where Style Meets the Adriatic in Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik is a city where the built environment already sets a high visual bar: limestone facades, terracotta rooftops, and the deep blue of the Adriatic compete for attention at every turn. Against that backdrop, a growing number of properties across the city's distinct neighbourhoods have invested in interiors and architecture that complement rather than compete with their surroundings. From the residential calm of Lapad, where tree-lined avenues slope toward sheltered coves, to the maritime energy of Gruž and the rural quietude of Konavle, each district offers a different lens through which to experience the city.
The properties listed here have been selected because they combine a clear sense of place with a level of presentation that goes beyond the functional. None are located inside the Old Town walls, which means guests typically gain space, parking, and a more local atmosphere in exchange for a short bus or taxi ride to the Pile Gate. Prices range from around 137 € to 320 € per night, spanning compact apartments and full-service four-star hotels alike.
Our selection in Dubrovnik
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban&Veggie rooms ★★★★ | Gruž | ★ 4.4 | 59 €/nuit |
| Guest House Nikolina ★★★ | Montovjerna | ★ 4.9 | 67 €/nuit |
| Apartments Senjo ★★★ | Konavle | ★ 4.7 | 67 €/nuit |
| Hotel Komodor ★★★ | Lapad | ★ 3.9 | 71 €/nuit |
| Guesthouse Home Sweet Home ★★★ | Ploče | ★ 4.6 | 73 €/nuit |
| Hotel Vimbula ★★★ | Komolac | ★ 4.6 | 79 €/nuit |
| Apartments Villa Mirjana ★★★ | Župa dubrovačka | ★ 4.8 | 89 €/nuit |
| Hotel Dubrovnik ★★★ | Babin Kuk | ★ 3.7 | 89 €/nuit |
| Maistra Select Astarea Hotel ★★★ | Župa dubrovačka | ★ 4.1 | 93 €/nuit |
| Berkeley Hotel ★★★★ | Gruž | ★ 4.7 | 94 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which Dubrovnik neighbourhoods are best for a design-conscious stay outside the Old Town?+
Lapad is the most popular choice, offering a residential peninsula with its own bay, promenade, and reliable transport links to the historic centre. Gruž sits around the main ferry and bus terminal, making it practical as well as characterful. Montovjerna is a quiet hillside quarter close to the Old Town, while Konavle, roughly 20 kilometres south, provides a coastal rural setting with a noticeably different pace from the city itself.
What is the price range for well-presented hotels and apartments in Dubrovnik?+
Among the properties featured on this page, nightly rates begin at 137 € for a highly rated apartment in Gornji Kono (Apartments L&M) and reach 320 € for a premium whole apartment (Apartment Amfora). Four-star hotels in Lapad such as Hotel Aquarius are priced at around 243 € per night, while Villa Hariett in Gruž offers four-star standing from 183 € per night.
Are there self-catering options that still offer a polished, hotel-like experience in Dubrovnik?+
Yes. Several apartment-style properties on this list have earned four-star classifications and perfect guest scores. Apartment Amfora, listed as an entire apartment, sits at the upper end of the price range and is suited to travellers who want full independence without sacrificing presentation. Apartments L&M in Gornji Kono and Apartments Martha in Lapad offer a more affordable entry point, both holding 3.5-star ratings with flawless reviews.
How far are these hotels from Dubrovnik's Old Town, and how do guests typically travel between them?+
Lapad properties are roughly 3 to 4 kilometres from the Pile Gate, a journey of about 10 minutes by car or 15 to 20 minutes on the city bus, which runs frequently. Gruž is slightly closer at around 2.5 kilometres. Montovjerna is among the nearest of the out-of-walls districts, often within a 10-minute walk of the Old Town entrance. Konavle, home to Domare Stays Hotel Dubrovnik Riviera, is further south and best reached by car or taxi, offering a quieter base for travellers who plan day trips into the city.