Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Budva travel guide

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You're Going to Love Budva

With a population of 18.000, Budva is the largest city in Budva, Montenegro by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Budva has to offer.

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When to visit Budva

Budva in November
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Budva in November
Estimated hotel price
$75
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Budva

Plane

When flying to Budva, you’ll arrive at Tivat (TIV), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Budva from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Budva is to pick up a car rental from Podgorica, which is about 38 km from Budva. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Wheego, among others, in Podgorica.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Budva Zavala, located 1.6 km from downtown Budva. Budva Central Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Budva, you’ll arrive at Tivat (TIV), which is located 16 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Budva from the United States departs from New York and takes around 10h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Budva is to pick up a car rental from Podgorica, which is about 38 km from Budva. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Wheego, among others, in Podgorica.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Budva Zavala, located 1.6 km from downtown Budva. Budva Central Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.4 km from the city center.

Airports near Budva

TGDPodgorica Golubovci
TIVTivat

Airlines serving Budva

Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,182 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,323 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,888 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (640 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (290 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (217 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (399 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (246 reviews)
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Where to stay in Budva

From 5-star hotels such as the Splendid Conference & Spa Resort to great affordable options like the Garni Hotel Arka, Budva offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $62 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $186 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Budva

Most booked hotels in Budva

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Regent Porto Montenegro
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1116 reviews)
$228+
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Splendid Conference & Spa Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 2713 reviews)
$163+
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Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1508 reviews)
$148+
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Avala Resort & Villas
4 stars
Excellent (9, 2402 reviews)
$136+
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Hotel Monte Cristo
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1554 reviews)
$161+
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Hotel Bracera
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1797 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Budva

Renting a car in Budva costs $42 per day, on average, or $210 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Tivat.

Expect to pay $6.81 per gallon in Budva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.76 and $109.02. The most frequently booked car type in Budva is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Dacia Duster or similar) are, on average, 74% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Budva costs $42 per day, on average, or $210 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Tivat.

Expect to pay $6.81 per gallon in Budva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $81.76 and $109.02. The most frequently booked car type in Budva is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Dacia Duster or similar) are, on average, 74% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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