Amoret Apartments

Ten charming apartments (sleeping 2-3) in three former palaces furnished with antiques, lying within Dubrovnik’s splendid UNESCO-listed medieval town

Dubrovnik has to be one of the world’s most magnificent fortified cities. Sitting snugly within 2km of medieval walls, the old town presides over the deep blue waters of the Adriatic Sea. Once the capital of the wealthy Republic of Ragusa (1358-1808), during its 16th-century heyday it had one of the largest merchant naval fleets in the world. Today it’s a UNESCO world-heritage site and Croatia’s most expensive destination.

Within the city walls, you’ll find the Amoret Apartments occupying elegant 16th-century stone buildings at three separate locations: Amoret 2 is near the Jesuit monastery, Amorets 1 and 3 are close to the Cathedral. Each apartment consists of a bedroom, kitchenette and bathroom, and is furnished with antiques and decorated with modern paintings inspired by the city. Owner Branka Dabroviæ and her husband Ivica (ex national water-polo player) are remarkably kind and helpful. They meet guests on arrival and help them to their lodgings, and give local advice regarding sightseeing, restaurants and excursions.

Highs

• Located in elegant C16th stone buildings in Dubrovnik’s splendid UNESCO-listed Old Town
• Discreet (no sign outside) self-catering apartments make you feel as if you really live here
• Family heirlooms and vintage furniture create a stylish homely ambiance; immaculately kept accommodation
• Extremely kind and helpful owner/manager will do everything to ensure you have a pleasant stay
• Reasonably priced for Dubrovnik

Lows

• Dubrovnik does get shockingly busy in high season (Jul-Aug)
• All the apartments have a shower but no bathtub (apart from Amoret 3: Tirena, which has a jacuzzi)
• None of the apartments have balconies, although Amoret 2 has a terrace
• You have to park outside the pedestrian-only Old Town, then carry your luggage approx 200m to the apartments (Branka and her husband will help if necessary)