8 Best Hotels in Southern Dalmatia, Croatia

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We've compiled the best of the best in Southern Dalmatia - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Hilton Imperial Dubrovnik

$$$$ | Marijana Blažića 2, Croatia

The Grand Hotel Imperial was Dubrovnik's first modern hotel when it opened in 1897, and through the years it has played a part in the city's most memorable events, attracting high-class visitors from Viennese counts to King Edward VII and Wallis Simpson, who danced in the garden in 1936. Its acquisition by Hilton in 2005 restored its former glory after it was targeted by shelling in 1991 and 1992; today, it blends 19th-century charm with luxurious modern facilities and offers a tranquil ambience and unparalleled views over the Old Town and Fort Lovrijenac. Rooms are decorated in shades of breezy white and teal, with marble bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries. Other hotel facilities include a small indoor pool, spa, gym, executive lounge, restaurant, and two lounge bars serving throwback 19th-century cocktails. If you can request Room 427, it's worth the splurge for a jaw-dropping view of the city walls.

Pros

  • Great location close to Pile Gate
  • Tranquil, spacious, and stylish rooms
  • Hip indoor and outdoor common spaces

Cons

  • Decor is slightly generic
  • Area outside hotel can get very busy
  • Small pool
Marijana Blažića 2, Croatia
020-320–320
hotel Details
149 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Hotel Bellevue

$$$$ | Pera Čingrije 7, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia Fodor's Choice

Perched up on a steep cliff overlooking a rocky beach just under a mile from the Old Town, boutique Hotel Bellevue is a luxury property with both style and soul, thanks to the dedicated staff devoted to customer service. Rooms are effortlessly breezy and light, giving off a hip sailing vibe with crisp white-and-gray-striped linens, light wood furniture, and black-and-white artwork. Each room has a sea view, and some have balconies. Just below the hotel, a half-mile of pebble beach awaits, with a small corner reserved just for hotel guests with chairs and umbrellas available. The water is clear and calm, and there's a small cave within easy swimming distance. The hotel also has an indoor pool, spa, and two excellent restaurants.

Pros

  • Cliff-top location overlooking the sea
  • Chic interiors
  • Excellent dining

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Not in Old Town
  • Not all rooms have balconies
Pera Čingrije 7, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia
020-330–000
hotel Details
94 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Hotel Dubrovnik Palace

$$$$ | Masarykov Put 20, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia

Located at a secluded tip of the Lapad peninsula, this vast five-star hotel is a destination in itself with a private rocky beach, indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, tennis courts, a PADI dive shop, and four on-site restaurants. The rooms have a classy contemporary design, decorated in elm wood trim and soft subtle furnishings. Each room has a balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows, affording some of the best sunset views in the city. The hotel is a fair distance from the rest of the city; you can walk to Lapad, but you'll need to take a taxi or Uber to the Old Town; a public bus does stop just outside the hotel—ask the concierge for the timetable.

Pros

  • Every room comes with a balcony with magnificent sea view
  • Large indoor and outdoor pools overlooking the sea
  • Excellent on-site dining options (don't miss the truffle risotto at Maslina Tavern)

Cons

  • Distance from the rest of the city
  • Vast building with somewhat impersonal service
  • Common spaces and breakfast room can feel crowded
Masarykov Put 20, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia
020-300–300
hotel Details
308 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Hotel Excelsior

$$$$ | Frane Supila 12, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia

On the coastal road east of the center, this iconic hotel was the first five-star property in Dubrovnik, dating back to 1913—everyone from Queen Elizabeth II to Francis Ford Coppola has come to stay. Today, the prestigious Excelsior is not only one of the most historic properties in the city, but also one of its most chic, with rooms elegantly furnished in granite gray, pops of yellow and light wood trim, abstract photos of Dubrovnik adorning the walls, and sleek black balconies overlooking the sea. There is a wonderful indoor pool, a private beach, three restaurants, and a piano bar with a comfy lounge and unparalleled views of the Old Town.

Pros

  • Seafront location with incredible views of the Old Town
  • Luxurious indoor pool, sauna, and spa
  • Most rooms have sea views and balconies or terraces

Cons

  • Large and somewhat impersonal
  • Distance from the Old Town
  • Very expensive
Frane Supila 12, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia
020-300–300
hotel Details
158 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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Hotel Supetar

$$$$ | Obala Ante Starčevića 27, Cavtat, 20210, Croatia Fodor's Choice

On the seafront promenade overlooking the harbor, this hotel in a 1920s-era stone villa is one of the freshest and most stylish boutique properties in the region. Every space—from the individually decorated rooms to the wine bar on the ground floor and the peaceful rooftop terrace and pool bar—is immaculately designed with luscious colorful fabrics and a sense of fun and luxury.

Pros

  • Warm personalized service
  • Central location on the waterfront
  • Gorgeous terrace and pool

Cons

  • Front rooms can be noisy
  • No parking on-site
  • Often fully booked
Obala Ante Starčevića 27, Cavtat, 20210, Croatia
020-479–833
hotel Details
16 rooms
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Mar., Free Breakfast

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Lešić Dimitri Palace

$$$$ | Don Pavla Poše 1--6, Korcula, 20260, Croatia Fodor's Choice

A cluster of stone buildings seamlessly woven into the fabric of the Old Town, this 18th-century palace has been thoughtfully restored into six luxury residences, each its own unique creation that pays subtle homage to stops along Marco Polo's silk route. Lešić Dimitri Palace is more than a hotel; it's a night in an Arabian desert, a bath surrounded by the grandeur of old Venice, or a night sleeping amid the soft textiles of South Asia. Breakfast is served at the on-site Michelin-starred LD Restaurant, where you can also enjoy a lunch or dinner tasting menu prepared by chef Marko Gajski and one of the most stunning seaside locations on the island. With a spa offering Thai and Ayurvedic yoga massages, private sailboats for rent, excursions aboard a traditional wooden boat, and five-star service throughout the property, Lešić Dimitri offers unmatched richness and luxury.

Pros

  • Unique high-end design in each room
  • Central location in the Old Town
  • Free breakfast at on-site Michelin-starred restaurant

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • No pool
  • No common areas
Don Pavla Poše 1--6, Korcula, 20260, Croatia
020-715–560
hotel Details
6 rooms
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr., Free Breakfast

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Rixos Libertas

$$$$ | Liechtensteinov Put 3, Croatia

This large five-star property spills down a rugged cliff between Lapad and the Old Town, and it makes excellent use of its space with three restaurants, libraries to browse, Ping-Pong and pool tables, a huge outdoor pool and sundeck beside the private beach, and a fantastic spa that includes a full-size Turkish hammam, salt room, and even an igloo. It is located a short drive away from the Old Town, Lapad, and Gruž, so it makes a good base from which to explore the rest of town; there is also a car-rental agency on-site so it makes a smart start or end point for a road trip. A delightful varied breakfast is included and half-board options are available. The Rixos also offers heavy discounts through the off-season, and its fabulous indoor facilities make it a great option for a winter getaway.

Pros

  • Large comfortable space with many amenities
  • One of the best spas in town
  • Excellent choice for a winter stay, with heavy discounts and great indoor facilities

Cons

  • Huge layout means a lot of walking
  • Lacks a distinctly Croatian vibe
  • Not many services in the immediate vicinity
Liechtensteinov Put 3, Croatia
020-200–000
hotel Details
310 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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The Pucić Palace

$$$$ | Od Puča 1, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia Fodor's Choice

Occupying a beautifully restored 17th-century Renaissance-style palace on Gundulić Square, The Pucić Palace stands out for the warm personal service you'll receive; returning here after a busy day in the city really feels like a welcome home. The design is impeccable—think dark wood parquet floors and high wood-beam ceilings, antique furnishings, Italian mosaic-tile bathrooms with freestanding copper tubs, and luxury toiletries. Some rooms have a balcony overlooking the square, offering a perfect vantage point over the morning market, outdoor terraces, and the Jesuit Steps. There are two restaurants on-site: the fine-dining Restaurant Magdalena and the more casual Restaurant Lucijan on Gundulić Square.

Pros

  • Prime location in the Old Town
  • Warm service
  • Unique chance to stay in a historic palace

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Rooms can get noisy
  • No pool or spa
Od Puča 1, Dubrovnik, 20000, Croatia
020-326–222
hotel Details
18 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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