Hotel Dubrovnik Palace

Review from a client that stayed here in May 2025: Hotel Dubrovnik Palace offers an absolutely magical experience in one of Croatia’s most stunning locations. Perched dramatically on the Lapad Peninsula’s clifftop, this five-star resort provides breathtaking panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea and Elafiti Islands from every angle. Our Superior Sea View Double room with balcony was perfect, featuring contemporary luxury décor and a spacious balcony that became our favorite spot for enjoying the endless ocean vistas and watching the diving center activities below. The exceptional service truly impressed us - the staff surprised my wife with a beautiful birthday cake without any prompting from us, exemplifying their thoughtful, personalized attention to detail. The pool facilities are absolutely outstanding and the true highlight of the property. The outdoor pool complex features the incredible Lanterna Glorijet swim-up bar positioned right on the Adriatic Sea edge. Floating in the pool while sipping their signature “Summer in the Palace” cocktail during sunset created some of our most magical vacation moments. The indoor pool provides equally stunning sea views through floor-to-ceiling windows. Location-wise, the hotel strikes the perfect balance between peaceful retreat and convenient access - a 20-minute bus ride connects you directly to Dubrovnik’s Old Town. The property features four excellent restaurants, comprehensive spa facilities, direct beach access, and a PADI diving center. Hotel Dubrovnik Palace delivers an unforgettable combination of jaw-dropping natural beauty, impeccable service, and world-class amenities. This is luxury hospitality at its finest, creating memories that will last a lifetime in one of Europe’s most spectacular coastal settings.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

The staff at this hotel are incredible. My husband and I I felt like we were their only guests. This is a big hotel, with a small hotel feel. The pools are very relaxing. The buffet breakfast and dinner were both excellent. Marjorie, the hostess at the restaurant was so friendly. We loved talking to her each day. Ivan was one of our favorite wait staff as well. We were sad to leave this beautiful hotel!

This is a wonderful hotel with firm, comfortable beds and large balconies with sunset views. There is a large pool and multi-level sun deck right on the Adriatic Sea. When there was an issue with noise from an event being held there, the manager was deeply apologetic and took great care of us, earning our loyalty and appreciation. It's also an easy 15-minute Uber or bus ride to the Pile Gate or Dubrovnik from this lovely hotel on the Adriatic. Highly recommend.

The Palace was fabulous! They upgraded us to a chic and very spacious apartment. Very serene space with a gorgeous view. So happy there! We appreciated the friendly and very responsive staff and the wonderful breakfast buffet. The breakfast in the terrace was simply supreme . The beautiful pools ( plural), the hard scape spaces, the ability to swim in tge salty and incredible Adriatic ( bring well soled water shoes!!) off the terraces , all added so much to our experience. The hotel is very beautiful and first rate service, cleaning, laundry service, staff, and spaces. The very convenient bus into town is perfect and an easy ride both ways. Perfection !!! Thank you Palace, we had a great time, thanks to your spectacular hotel!!

The first thing I have to say is that the staff here is wonderful. They may be a little shy at first (as is typical in the Balkans), but they are extremely friendly if you are friendly to them. They were always attentive to our needs, and the woman who welcomed us to the restaurant even remembered our names and room number every single time. We truly felt welcome and at home here. Secondly, all of the hotel’s amenities are perfectly fine. The views are wonderful, and it’s easy to reach the Old Town via public transportation. It was nice not to be in the heavily touristic Old Town and instead have the chance to explore parts of the city that most visitors never see. The sea views are spectacular, and I highly recommend going to dinner early to get a seat outside so you can enjoy the beautiful sunset. I noticed that some other guests complained about the “luxury level” of the hotel, but in my opinion, the problem lies with the guests, not the hotel. These overly demanding visitors could use an attitude adjustment! All in all, I highly recommend this place.

Great pool and incredible views from hotel. Service was spectacular and food was great for breakfast , which was included. Price was definitely fair and although it is a bit remote from old town, it’s a nice break from the business and noise also offering a 10 min bus service to the old town . Would definitely recommend for anyone traveling with kids.

If “five stars” had a platinum level, Palace Hotel Dubrovnik would have it. From the moment we arrived (late and hungry), the staff swooped in, bags vanished into our rooms, and food magically appeared—even after 10pm! Special shout-out to the hilarious and ever-smiling maître d’ Marijana, who greeted us by name and brought warmth and humour to every mealtime. HR deserves a serious pat on the back for hiring her—she’s a real asset to the hotel. Breakfasts were fresh and abundant—you could have lived on pastries alone, but the eggs and fruit were so good we almost considered becoming morning people. Half-board is a savvy choice: we explored all day, then returned to feasts featuring everything from calamari to swordfish. The private beach and pools were perfect for relaxing, or, if you’re a bit more adventurous, you can try scuba diving—my children had the best time exploring the Adriatic seabed and making friends with the fishes. The location is ideal, with taxis on tap and a bus stop to the Old Town right outside. Whether you need suncream or souvenirs, this place has a shop for it. Even better, the Croatian prime minister was staying at the hotel at the same time as us—so you know it’s a popular spot for VIPs! All in all, we left full, relaxed, a shade browner, and with a few new family in-jokes thanks to the staff’s sense of humour and genuine kindness. Highly recommended!

What an amazing place ! Beautifully appointed rooms, very comfortable with magnificent sea views. The pool and beach area were fantastic with the bar not too far away. Breakfast was superb, as was dinner. Highly recommend.