Boutique Hotel Flamingo
Small and welcoming 4-room boutique stay Great base for Dubrovnik, Cavtat & island-hopping Around 800m from Mlini’s pretty pebble beach À la carte breakfast in the on-site Flamingo restaurant Stroll to Mlini harbour for ferries and water taxis Free Wi-Fi throughout
Overview
Tucked away in the pretty village of Mlini on the Dubrovnik Riviera, Boutique Hotel Flamingo is a tiny, owner-run hideaway with just four modern rooms. Think bright interiors, a friendly, personalised welcome and a relaxed base within easy reach of Mlini’s pebble beach, seafront promenade and boat connections to Cavtat, the Elaphiti Islands and Dubrovnik Old Town.
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Map & location
Mlini, Dubrovnik Coast, Croatia
Mlini is a traditional Dalmatian village wrapped around a scalloped bay between Dubrovnik and Cavtat. Stone houses, a palm-lined harbour and wooded hillsides create a laid-back setting that feels worlds away from the city crowds, yet Dubrovnik’s marble streets are only a short journey up the coast.
From Boutique Hotel Flamingo you can walk to the resort centre and seafront promenade, where cafés, konobas and boat jetties line the water’s edge. Ferries and water taxis make it easy to hop to Cavtat, Lokrum Island or Dubrovnik Old Town for the day, and the wider Dubrovnik Riviera is threaded with pebble coves and viewpoints.
- • Pebble beach 800m
- • Mlini resort centre & seafront promenade 800m
- • Dubrovnik Old Town 10km
- • Cavtat (by road or boat) around 10–15 minutes
- Approx. transfer time from airport 20 minutes
Facilities
Pool & outdoors
Boutique Hotel Flamingo doesn’t have a pool, which suits guests who plan to be out exploring the coast or sightseeing most days. Instead, the focus is on Mlini’s natural setting and beaches.
The nearest pebble beach is around 800m away, easily reached on foot. Up and down the waterfront you’ll find several pretty coves backed by pines, with typically clear Adriatic water that’s perfect for swimming. Sunbeds and parasols may be available to hire locally in high season, and water taxis and small boats come and go from the harbour if you fancy a day out on the sea.
Spa, sports & wellness
There’s no spa, gym or organised entertainment on site – this is a low-key base where most of the “facilities” are right on your doorstep in Mlini and Dubrovnik.
On-property, you can expect:
• Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
• Reception (open several hours daily)
• Concierge assistance for restaurant bookings, taxis, boat trips and city tours
• Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
Locally, you’ll find coastal walking paths, boat excursions to the Elaphiti Islands or Lokrum, sea kayaking and sightseeing tours into Dubrovnik Old Town and along the city walls, all easily arranged with help from the team.
Activities
Boutique Hotel Flamingo doesn’t run a formal activity programme – it’s more of a peaceful base for your own adventures along the Dubrovnik Coast. Popular things to do from Mlini include:
• Strolling the seafront promenade between beaches and cafés
• Taking a boat to Dubrovnik Old Town, Cavtat or Lokrum Island
• Joining guided walking tours of Dubrovnik’s city walls and Old Town
• Boat trips to the Elaphiti Islands for swimming and long lunches
• Coastal hikes and photography in the hills above Mlini
Excursions and boat tickets can usually be arranged locally or with help from the hotel team.
Guest services
• Reception desk (open 5 hours per day, 7 days a week)
• Friendly concierge-style support for restaurant reservations and local tips
• Luggage storage for early/late departures
• Free Wi-Fi throughout
• Bar and restaurant on site
There are no lifts and only two floors, so this property may be less suitable for anyone who finds stairs difficult.
Food & drink
The on-site Flamingo restaurant is at the heart of the property, doubling as your breakfast spot and local hangout. Breakfast is served à la carte, with cooked options and lighter choices created to order rather than from a buffet, so mornings tend to be relaxed and unhurried.
Later in the day, the restaurant switches to a menu of international, Italian and local Croatian dishes, ideal if you prefer to dine close to home rather than venturing into the resort. There’s also a bar pouring local wines, long drinks and coffees from morning until late evening. Smart-casual dress is appreciated, and the team are happy to recommend local specialities or pair wines with your meal. Facilities, opening times and dress codes may vary by season and are subject to change.
Rooms
Double Room for Sole Use
Perfect for solo travellers, these bright and modern rooms provide a comfy base with everything you need after a day exploring the Dubrovnik Riviera. Expect:
• Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
• Balcony for a bit of outdoor space
• Shower room
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Kettle
• Fridge
• Minibar (chargeable)
• Safety deposit box
• Daily room cleaning, with towels changed on request
Double or Twin Room
Best for couples or two friends sharing, these rooms offer a similar contemporary style in a compact footprint, ideal if you’ll be out and about most of the time. Features include:
• Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 2
• Double bed or twin beds (configuration may vary)
• Balcony
• Bathroom with shower
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Air conditioning
• Hairdryer
• Fridge
• Minibar (chargeable)
• Safety deposit box
• Daily room cleaning
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.
More info
Mlini is a quiet resort, so nightlife is low-key, with most evenings spent dining, people-watching by the harbour or heading into Dubrovnik for something livelier.
• Country: Croatia
• Region: Dubrovnik Coast
• Local language: Croatian (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference from UK: +1 hour
• Average flight time from UK: around 3 hours
• Typical local costs (approximate): a local beer from around £5, a three-course meal for two from around £60
Information is based on previous seasons and local guidelines; services and opening hours can change. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Croatia advice.
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