Dubrovnik
Marble streets, baroque churches and the great Adriatic city walls
Browse Dubrovnik
The walled Old Town of Dubrovnik rises straight out of the Adriatic in a maze of marble streets, baroque churches and red-roofed houses. Our local picks below cover the best things to do, eat and book – filter by category and budget to explore.
Dubrovnik at a glance
- Ideal stay: 2 to 3 days
- Best time to visit: May to June and September to October
- Highlights: the City Walls, cable car and Lokrum
- Where to stay: Old Town, Lapad or Ploce
- Local picks: a growing set of hand-chosen tips
- Getting around: walkable Old Town and local buses
Where to stay in Dubrovnik
Compare live hotel prices on the map, then browse our hand-picked hotels by budget below. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Luxury
The grande dame of Dubrovnik since 1913, in a dramatic clifftop spot east of the Old Town with a private beach, spa and sea-facing rooms framing the city walls.
Check prices & bookA beautifully restored 19th-century palace right by the Pile Gate, a five-minute walk from the walls, Old Town and cable car.
Check prices & bookA striking cliffside 5-star just outside the crowds, about a 20-minute walk to the Old Town, with a private cove beach below.
Check prices & bookMid-range
A comfortable, well-located hotel on Lapad Bay with a pool and easy access to a promenade of restaurants and a swimming beach.
Check prices & bookA reliable mid-range hotel between Lapad and the Old Town, good value with a pool and a short bus or walk into the centre.
Check prices & bookA highly rated family-run hotel near Gruz harbour with a pool, spa and friendly service, handy for ferries and the bus station.
Check prices & bookBudget
A clean, friendly hostel in the town centre with dorm beds and a sociable vibe, a solid budget base near the Old Town.
Check prices & bookA simple, good-value hotel opposite the Gruz ferry port, handy for island trips and a short bus ride from the Old Town.
Check prices & bookA well-rated hostel right inside the Old Town walls, putting you steps from Stradun for a budget price.
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What are the best things to do in Dubrovnik?
Walk the City Walls, ride the cable car up Mount Srd for the view, wander the Old Town and Stradun, take a Game of Thrones tour, and boat or kayak out to Lokrum and the Elaphiti Islands.
How many days do you need in Dubrovnik?
Two to three days covers the walls, the Old Town, the cable car and a boat trip to Lokrum or the Elaphiti Islands, with time to slow down.
What food is Dubrovnik known for?
Dalmatian seafood is the star, from grilled fish and black risotto to fresh oysters from nearby Ston, best paired with Croatian wines.
When is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?
Late spring and early autumn bring warm seas and thinner crowds; July and August are hot, busy and heavy with cruise arrivals.