A Trip to Montenegro: Our 3 Favorite Hotels

Where to stay in Montenegro? From the Budva Riviera—a 2.5-hour direct flight from Paris—to the far reaches of the Bay of Kotor, the Adriatic coast changes its character with every bay, and that’s exactly what makes it so special. From the shores of Pržno to the 18th-century palace in Perast, via the marina in Tivat, here is our selection of the three most beautiful hotels for a stay in Montenegro.

Nestled between Croatia and Albania, with an area comparable to that of the Île-de-France region, Montenegro stretches from the peaks of the Durmitor range—which reach a height of 2,523 meters at Bobotov Kuk—to the beaches of the Adriatic Sea. The coast bears the mark of Venice, while the interior reflects Ottoman influence. Its crowning jewel remains the Bay of Kotor, often described as Europe’s southernmost fjord and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. For a first visit, we recommend a week-long loop starting from Tivat Airport, which follows the coastline from the open sea to the innermost part of the bay. Start with three nights at the Maestral Resort & Casino, near Pržno Beach and Sveti Stefan, then spend two nights at the Quince (formerly the Regent Porto Montenegro), between the marina and boat trips, before finishing with two nights at the Heritage Grand Perast, overlooking the islets.

Maestral Resort & Casino | The Seaside Resort on the Budva Riviera

Three rocks, the Krsići, enclose Pržno Bay like a natural harbor. In the postwar period, painters Marko Čelebonović, Milo Milunović, and Vuko Radović set up their easels there, so much so that, it is said, this fishing village was nicknamed the «Saint-Tropez of Yugoslav Impressionism.» Just a five-minute walk from Sveti Stefan, this 5-star hotel is hands down one of the most beautiful Hotels in Montenegro. Redesigned in a more contemporary style, it features 183 rooms and 22 suites, all with ocean-view terraces, including the Adriatic Luxury Suite (153 m²) with an in-room jacuzzi. Its standout feature? A golden sandy beach reserved primarily for its guests, nestled among pine trees. The De Anima spa spans 1,400 m² and features a heated indoor pool, a Roman bath, and Thai massages. Add to that the Mediterranean cuisine at the Maestral Club, the Cantonese flavors of the Jade, a diving club, and the country’s largest casino, and you have one of the most well-rounded destinations on the coast. From this haven of peace, head to Budva’s old town and Miločer Park, the former summer estate of the Karađorđević family. A sure bet for families, with the Maestar Kids Club open during the season.

Maestral Resort & Casino
Pržno bb, 85315 Sveti Stefan, Montenegro

The Quince | The Luxury Hotel at the Tivat Marina

Once a naval base of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Porto Montenegro now welcomes superyachts at the foot of the mountains in the Bay of Kotor. Perched on the palm-lined shore, The Quince draws its design inspiration from the Venetian Renaissance: five stories beneath tiled roofs, three wings, and a double-height atrium. Opened in 2014 under the Regent brand as Tivat’s first 5-star hotel, the property changed its name on October 1, 2026, upon joining Kerzner International, the group behind One&Only Portonovi. Its 175 rooms, suites, and residences were designed to resemble yacht cabins. In the Aqua and Baia wings, shades of straw and grass evoke the Italian Riviera around a cluster of four pools, illuminated in the evening by fire pits and fireplaces. The spa completes the picture with a hammam, sauna, steam room, and indoor pool. In front of the hotel, the marina is lined with restaurants, shops, and docks. From there, guests can set sail for the islets of Perast and the ramparts of Kotor, while Tivat Airport is about a ten-minute drive away. The ideal base for a long A weekend for two.

The Quince
Obala bb, Porto Montenegro Village, 85320 Tivat, Montenegro

Heritage Grand Perast by Rixos | An 18th-century palace on the shores of the Bay of Kotor

We walk along the Perast waterfront opposite Our Lady of the Rock, the artificial islet that the locals enlarge every July 22 by throwing stones at it from their boats: this is the Fašinada. In this Baroque town, where Captain Marko Martinović trained the young nobles sent by Peter the Great in the late 17th century, stands the Smekja Palace, the largest in Perast. Restored, this 18th-century residence and its three neighboring buildings—Jadran, Grado, and Teodo—form one of the most unique 5-star hotels in the Bay of Kotor, with 130 rooms and suites. Housed within the palace, the Smecchia Premium Suite features a balcony overlooking the Adriatic; families, meanwhile, can stay in the Jadran’s duplexes with wooden staircases. In the morning, guests enjoy breakfast on the terrace of the Panoramic, one of the largest in Perast. Yet life really happens at water level, on the beach club’s dock, with paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling, before a seafood dinner at Riva. As for well-being, the Cataleya Spa features a hammam, a Finnish sauna, and an indoor pool. Kotor is just a twenty-minute drive away. A timeless getaway for couples.

Heritage Grand Perast by Rixos
Marka Martinovića, 85336 Perast, Montenegro

Montenegro: Practical Information | When to Go, How to Get There, Where to Stay

2 hours and 30 minutes: that’s the flight time between Orly and Tivat, the gateway to the Bay of Kotor, which Transavia serves with direct flights during the summer months, from April through October. Podgorica, the capital, can also be reached nonstop from Orly with Transavia or from Beauvais with Wizz Air. Once there, a rental car remains the most flexible option for getting from one bay to another, even though water taxis connect Tivat to Kotor and Perast. Inland, the Njegoš Mausoleum, atop Mount Lovćen, and Lake Skadar—the largest lake in the Balkans—are each worth a full day’s visit. In terms of timing, May, June, September, and October offer the best balance between mild weather and lower crowds. At the borders, a valid ID card is sufficient for stays of less than 30 days; a passport is required for longer stays, and it’s best to use a passport if the date printed on the ID card has expired. Payment is in euros. For the beach and vacations with the family, the Budva Riviera; for a short stay, Tivat; for history, Perast.