14 Best Luxury Hotels in Dubrovnik, Croatia In 2023

When you think of Dubrovnik, you envision an old town that offers discreet luxury. This image is relatively accurate. Dubrovnik’s medieval walls rising from the Adriatic Sea cut such a beautiful sight that they attract everyone from tourists to Hollywood producers. There are luxury hotels in Dubrovnik hidden by old city walls and walking distance from the best restaurants and iconic attractions – like the Dubrovnik cable car. Dubrovnik is perfect for combining seaside relaxation with cultural sightseeing. And the sheer amount of luxury hotels makes it a dreamy five-star destination.

In this guide, we’ll cover the ultimate luxury hotels in Dubrovnik. Whether you want one of the leading hotels in the city center or an outskirt boutique hotel opening onto a pebble beach, Dubrovnik is overflowing with luxury.

Best Areas to Stay in Dubrovnik, Croatia

Before we get into the best luxury hotels in Dubrovnik, it’s vital to get a grasp of the city layout. We already have a complete guide on where to stay in Dubrovnik, area by area. However, we will quickly summarise to provide you with a quick overview. Dubrovnik is best explained by splitting it into four sections that encompass six neighborhoods: Old Town, Pile, Ploce, Gruz, Lapad, or Babin Kuk. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, we have a clear breakdown of each neighborhood.

1. Hotel Dubrovnik Palace

Regarding facilities, Hotel Dubrovnik Palace is one of the most impressive Dubrovnik luxury hotels. This Lapad-based luxury hotel has a private beach and a scuba diving center. Hotel Dubrovnik Palace also has an outdoor swimming pool, indoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa, and wellness center with a steam room. Seriously, any hotel with its own scuba diving center deserves its five stars – and the facilities at Hotel Dubrovnik are what bagged it its spot on our guide. The laidback beach vibe of Lapad is just the cherry on top.

All guest rooms are furnished with earthy color palettes and minimalistic decor. Guests get a private balcony in every room choice, most of which have Elaphite Islands views. And even when you do wish to venture out of the hotel, the bus to the Old Town leaves from directly outside. Hotel Dubrovnik Palace is top of our list of the best luxury hotels in Dubrovnik.

2. Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik

Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik is our vote for one of the best hotels in Dubrovnik for a light, airy aesthetic. This boutique hotel has a nautical theme, with white,…