But when you add up drinks, meals, kayak hire, boat tours, museum access, taxis and souvenirs, the cost of visiting Dubrovnik can mount. That's why Dubrovnik vacation packages make so much sense. By combining accommodation and travel, you can leave the surplus for enjoying your trip.
When should you book a vacation package to Dubrovnik?
The peak summer period lasts from around June to September, when temperatures can be extremely hot and the beaches are packed. To take advantage of milder weather and cheaper hotel rates, give October or April a try.
Where should you stay in Dubrovnik during your vacation?
For any vacation type in Dubrovnik:
The Valomar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel should suit all types of visitor, with its free kids club helping out families and proximity to sights such as Orlando's Column being a big help for everyone. Taxis from the airport take around 30-45 mins.
Sun Gardens Dubrovnik is a first-rate resort hotel which balances access to the city with closeness to the beach. With its spa center, diverse range of sports for guests to enjoy and plenty of excursions to book, it's a great place to be. The hotel also offers shuttles from the airport for all guests.
For family vacations in Dubrovnik:
Families can't go wrong with the Dubrovnik Palace Hotel. Located just out of town on the Lapad Peninsula, the Palace lives up to its name. The interconnecting rooms are handy for families, as are the tennis courts and cots for hire from the front desk. Taxis from the airport take about 30 mins.
The Hotel Croatia provides a superb service for families, with jaw-dropping clifftop views and direct boat links to the Old Town, as well as a kids' club and a popular spa. Expect easy airport transfers, with shuttles available and a taxi journey time of around half an hour.
For romantic vacations in Dubrovnik:
Get away from it all, but be close to the evocative beauty of Dubrovnik's Old Town by staying at the Hotel Ariston. This boutique hotel offers flawless rooms with private balconies and sumptuous fare at the on-site restaurant. Shuttles and taxis take 35 mins to get there from the airport.
As the name suggests, Bellevue Hotel has some stunning views, a spa and fitness center, plenty of complimentary toiletries and three on-site bars for relaxing after a day of seeing the sights. Expect airport transfers to take only 20 mins.
For luxury vacations in Dubrovnik:
Rixos Libertas offers a comprehensive 5-star service for visitors, from acclaimed seafood and grill restaurants to massages and beauty treatments at the Anjana spa. The airport is also only 22 mins away from the hotel by taxi.
Vila Vilina on Lopud Island is a wonderful upscale boutique option for visitors who want a premium vacation experience in Dubrovnik, serving up fine food in a refurbished 19th century manor house. Airport transfers require a 30 mins water taxi journey, after a 45 mins taxi ride.
For budget vacations in Dubrovnik:
The Hotel Ivka is ideal for travelers who want to save money, but not sacrifice comfort. Close to the Old Town, it has a restaurant and bar on site, friendly staff and reliable wi-fi. Close to the beaches of Lapad Bay, the hotel is also just 15 miles away from Dubrovnik Airport.
Budget travelers will struggle to find a better option than the Hotel Kompas. Close to Lapad's beaches, it offers beauty treatments, has a couple of pools and the ambiance of a luxury hotel - without the high rates. Expect taxi transfers from the airport to take around 25-30 mins.
