DUBROVNIK ACCOMMODATION

Accomodation in Dubrovnik runs the gamut from private rooms in family homes (called 'sobes') to decadent sleeps in five star luxury hotels. Whether you're looking for budget digs or have an expense card burning a hole in your pocket, you'll find everything from youth hostels to well appointed holiday apartments and villas for rent in Dubrovnik.

We hope you enjoy this fresh* mini-guide to some of the best places to stay in Dubrovnik.

Locally updated and revised, fresh* mini-guides are a great way to keep up to date on all the latest happenings & travel information in Croatia.

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SOME QUICK TIPS BEFORE WE START

• During the peak season (June - August), accomodation in and around the old town can become quite scarce. If you are looking to rent an apartment in Dubrovnik, or secure a room booking, it is advisable to reserve in advance.
  
  
• If you plan to stay longer than a couple nights, prices in private rooms may be up to 30% cheaper. Negotiate your stay upfront.
  
  
• A 'ten minute walk' or something 'close' to the old town is often doublespeak for 'way the hell out'. This applies especially to the touts that gather around the bus stops and ferry terminal. Get them to point out their place on a map unless you feel like taking buses into town.

Without further ado, here are some of our favourite places to stay in Dubrovnik.

* Apartment Carmel (old town, Dubrovnik)
Located in the heart of the old town, this popular one bedroom apartment offers all the amenities including: full kitchen, air conditioning, satellite TV, washing machine and wireless internet access. Beautifully renovated and maintained. Perfect for a romantic getaway.

type: high end apartment
location: heart of old town, Dubrovnik
sleeps: 2 people
cost: @150 euro/night (discount for long-term stays)
transport: private transportation to apartment on request

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* Vesna's Cottage (Lapad, Dubrovnik)
Located in Lapad (15 min from the old town of Dubrovnik), Vesna's Cottage offers a quaint countryside experience in the middle of the city. Surrounded by a 500 sqm walled garden, this lovely well designed cottage is perfect for families. Pets are very welcome. Includes: full kitchen, air conditioning.

type: character cottage
location: Lapad, Dubrovnik (10min from Old Town)
sleeps: 4 people
cost: 840 euro/week
transport: private transportation to apartment on request

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* Youth Hostel (old town, Dubrovnik)
If you don't get snagged by the wily old lady offering rooms just before the entrance of the youth hostel, you'll find yourself at what can be described as the only 'official' hostel in Dubrovnik. A fifteen to twenty-five minute hike to the old town.

type: budget youth hostel
location: Vinka Sagrestana 3, Lapad, Dubrovnik
tel: +385 (0)20 423 241
cost: $$

*Anka Markunovic (old town, Dubrovnik)
Hard-working lady who meets almost every bus even during the off-season. Her rooms are clean and have en-suite bathrooms. Prices vary according to season.

type: mid-range rooms
location: Antuninska 10, old town, Dubrovnik
cost: $$$

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*NEXT UPDATE 05/15/2008
If you know of any good places to stay in Dubrovnik or would like us to consider adding you to the list, please e-mail us at:

stayindubrovnik@igotfresh.com