WHERE TO STAY
The Chedi Luštica Bay Opened in 2018, this elegant and refined waterside hotel is the first to arrive at the new, upmarket Marina Village in Luštica Bay. Its 111 sleek rooms are equipped with all the amenities, from state-of-the-art Bose speakers to Lavazza espresso machines and Acqua di Parma toiletries – those in the Marina Wing all feature a kitchenette and a balcony overlooking the peaceful harbour.
Its indulgent spa (also open to non-residents) provides a variety of authentic Eastern treatments in keeping with the Asian philosophy of the Chedi brand. Facilities include both indoor and outdoor pools, a private beach, a game room and a 24-hour gym. The friendly and impeccable service is the icing on the cake. Doubles from £208. Marina Village Luštica Bay, Radovići, 00 382 32 661266, chedilusticabay.com Palas Hotel Right on the seashore in Petrovac, a small coastal settlement surrounded by hills, this hotel built in 1983 retains its old-fashioned atmosphere – something between a Wes Anderson set and old-time Yugoslav stay. Sea-view rooms have a balcony overlooking Katič and Sveta Nedjeljia islets and lovely Petrovac Bay, dominated by a 16th-century Venetian fortress. Among the facilities is a recently built wellness and spa centre. More accommodation is available at adjacent Palas Lux, with 48 new suites and apartments. Doubles with half-board from £50pp.
Ulica 1, Petrovac, 00 382 33 402456, hgbudvanskarivijera.com
Ramada by Wyndham Podgorica Conveniently located on the edge of the city centre, this offers 110 well-equipped, spacious rooms and suites. An elaborate breakfast is served on the top floor, with panoramic views of Podgorica. An extensive list of facilities includes free private parking, spa and gym. Doubles from £84, including breakfast. Bulevar Save Kovačevića 74, 00 382 20 622623, ramadapodgorica.me
Regent Porto Montenegro In a can’t-be-beaten spot right in the heart of the Porto Montenegro complex, the hotel overlooks the palm-fringed superyacht marina. Room options range from the nautical theme of the original Venezia Wing, inaugurated in 2014 and celebrating the region’s ties with La Serenissima, to the flawless decor of the newer Regent Pool Club Residence, opened in 2017. Acclaimed designer Tino Zervudachi of MHZ did the interiors for both. Choose from one of the many treatments available from their spa menu, take a dip in the secluded infinity pool on the second-floor balcony or unwind with a custom cocktail, sunk in a leather armchair of the Library Bar, with its distinctive London gentleman’s club feel. Doubles from £271, including breakfast, spa access and parking. Obala BB, Porto Montenegro Village, Tivat,
00 382 32 660660, regenthotels.com/porto-montenegro