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An insider's guide to the top beach hotels in Dubrovnik, including the best for Adriatic sea views, family-friendly fun, outdoor pools, contemporary design, open-air bars and rooftop spas, near Dubrovnik's best beaches.
A family-friendly seaside resort and spa, with a beach and wonderful sunset views over the Elaphiti islands. Grounds are planted with pines, palms and olive trees, and give onto a shoreline with three pools and several small open-air bars and restaurants overlooking the Adriatic. There are 200 rooms and suites in the hotel, all with wooden floors, contemporary minimalist furnishing, fabrics in blue, turquoise and olive green. There's also a beach, a squash court, and a shopping promenade.Read expert reviewFrom£117
Ideally positioned, overlooking a turquoise cove. The chic interior design, by London architects Scott Brownrigg, draws inspiration from the blues and greens of Dalmatia, giving the 85 rooms and restaurant a fresh and easy-going seaside atmosphere. You'll find whitewashed walls, contemporary designer furniture and abstract paintings. In front of the hotel, there's a pebble beach with sunbeds and umbrellas. The overall effect is carefree and fun, while the hotel is small enough to make each guest feel special.Read expert reviewFrom£86
On the coast, midway between Dubrovnik's Old Town and Lapad Peninsular, is this slick, modern hotel. Its sheltered pebble beach (direct sunshine until mid-afternoon) and wellness centre with indoor pool, whirlpool tub, sauna, gym and treatment rooms make it a restful retreat the year through. All the 91 rooms and suites have sea views, and most have balconies too. Pay a little extra for a Superior room, and you'll get floor-to-ceiling windows and a balcony with glass balustrades, for fantastic uninterrupted views down to the sea.Read expert reviewFrom£138
The Sheraton is located between the airport and the old town, in a secluded bay less than four miles from Dubrovnik. It is ideal for families, who enjoy the beach, outdoor pool and spa. There are 250 spacious rooms and several stylish bars and restaurants. Interior design, by London architects Scott Brownrigg, was inspired by three elements: Dubrovnik's terracotta rooftops, Adriatic red coral and local filigree jewellery. So you get neutral greys and beiges, softened by organic decorative details in pinkish-reds.Read expert reviewFrom£104
A big, modern five-star seaside hotel with a wide beach and stunning sunsets, just a 20-minute bus ride from Dubrovnik's fortified Old Town. All 292 rooms have balconies and sea views, and there's a wellness centre, indoor and outdoor pools, watersports and a kids’ club. Communal spaces (bars and restaurants) also have sea views and lots of natural light. Highlights are the stunning sunsets, and the bay illuminated by underwater lighting at night. Read expert reviewFrom£132
A luxury waterside hotel on Dubrovnik's Lapad peninsular. The Palace has 308 rooms with contemporary décor, a rock-and-concrete beach with beds looking across the Adriatic to the Elaphiti Islands and scuba diving centre. There are also two outdoor pools, a rooftop spa with an indoor pool, tennis courts and grounds planted with rosemary, oleander, olive trees and pines. It's a perfect base for combining seaside relaxation and cultural sightseeing.Read expert reviewFrom£95
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