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 December
Estimated hotel price
$37
1 night at 3-star hotel
Budva in December
Estimated hotel price
$37
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 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Budva from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Budva is to pick up a car rental from Podgorica, which is about 24 miles from Budva. You’ll find branches of Montenegro Car and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in Podgorica.

Plane

When flying to Budva, you’ll arrive at Tivat (TIV), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Budva from the United States departs from Chicago and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Budva is to pick up a car rental from Podgorica, which is about 24 miles from Budva. You’ll find branches of Montenegro Car and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in Podgorica.

Airports near Budva

TGDPodgorica Golubovci
TIVTivat

Airlines serving Budva

Lufthansa
Good (8,298 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,279 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,462 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,685 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,553 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,456 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,412 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,922 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (604 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (239 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (299 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (446 reviews)
airBaltic
Good (186 reviews)
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Where to stay in Budva

From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Splendid Conference and Spa Resort to great affordable options like the Arka Budva, Budva offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $211 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Budva

Most booked hotels in Budva

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Hotel Splendid Conference and Spa Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 2956 reviews)
$150+
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Huma Kotor Bay Hotel And Villas
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1834 reviews)
$191+
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Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9, 1630 reviews)
$173+
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Iberostar Waves Slavija
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 767 reviews)
$89+
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Avala Resort & Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2725 reviews)
$132+
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Royal Blue Resort & Residences
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1244 reviews)
$83+
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Renting a car in Budva

Renting a car in Budva costs $43 per day, on average, or $216 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, 31% more expensive than at Tivat.

Expect to pay $7.80 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 $93.58 and $124.77. The most frequently booked car type in Budva is Compact (Skoda Kamiq or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 86% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Budva costs $43 per day, on average, or $216 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, 31% more expensive than at Tivat.

Expect to pay $7.80 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 $93.58 and $124.77. The most frequently booked car type in Budva is Compact (Skoda Kamiq or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 86% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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