Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

🍽️ Perfect for lingering, view-filled dining
🌊 Spectacular Adriatic and Old Town sea views
🏰 Easy walk to Dubrovnik’s UNESCO Old Town
🎩 Classic, elegant style in a former royal villa
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 158 | Blocks: 2 | Floors: 9 | Lifts: 5
Board options: Bed and Breakfast

Child policy: Children are welcome (child age up to 11 years), but the overall feel is sophisticated and best suited to adults and older families.

Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik occupies one of the city’s most privileged positions, right on the water with uninterrupted views across to the Old Town’s honey-stone walls and island-dotted bay. Step outside and you can be on Banje pebble beach in minutes, soaking up the sun or taking a dip with the skyline as your backdrop.

Follow the coastal path and within a short stroll you’ll reach the Old Town gates, ready to wander along Stradun, climb the city walls or duck down side streets to discover wine bars and tiny seafood konobas. Despite the central location, the hotel’s terraced gardens and seafront platforms feel tucked away and peaceful, ideal for unwinding between sightseeing sessions.

• 190m to Banje pebble beach
• 300m to nearest shops, bars and restaurants
• 800m to the heart of Dubrovnik Old Town
• Dubrovnik Old Town area, Dubrovnik Coast

Approx. transfer time from airport: 35 minutes

Dubrovnik (Old Town), Dubrovnik Coast, Croatia

From relaxed breakfasts on the terrace to candlelit dinners beside the Adriatic, dining is a real highlight at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik.

Restaurant Salin sets you up for the day with an extensive buffet breakfast, featuring local produce, fresh pastries and made-to-order options. For long, lazy lunches and romantic evenings, Prora Beach Restaurant lines the waterfront, serving refined international and Croatian dishes with the lapping waves as your soundtrack (seasonal).

The hotel’s gastronomic flagship, Sensus Fine Dining, showcases inventive tasting menus and a strong Croatian wine list on an atmospheric terrace overlooking the Old Town. After dark, Abakus Piano Bar is the place for cocktails, local wines and premium spirits, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the city lights.

Smart casual dress codes and reservations may apply in some venues, and supplements can vary depending on your board arrangement. Facilities and opening times are based on previous seasons and are subject to change.

While the Adriatic is the star of the show here, Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik also offers an inviting indoor freshwater pool in its spa centre, complete with whirlpool for post-sightseeing relaxation. Complimentary pool towels are provided, and pool facilities may vary by season.

Outside, stone bathing platforms hug the seafront, providing direct sea access when conditions allow, and sunbathing space with uninterrupted views of Lokrum Island and the Old Town. If you prefer a classic beach day, Banje pebble beach is just a short stroll away, where you’ll find sunbeds, parasols and watersports (local charges apply).

The hotel’s light-filled spa is a calming retreat, offering a sauna, steam room, whirlpool and a tempting menu of massages and beauty treatments, plus an on-site hairdresser (all at an extra charge, opening hours typically 08:00–20:00).

A well-equipped, air-conditioned gym features cardio machines, free weights and a stretching area (minimum age 10 years) for those who like to keep active with a sea view.

In the evenings (usually June to October), you can expect live music and low-key entertainment, perfectly pitched to the hotel’s sophisticated atmosphere. Practical touches include a 24-hour reception, concierge service, currency exchange and luggage storage, so you can make the most of your time in Dubrovnik.

Deluxe Double or Twin Villa Odak Sea View with Balcony
Sleeps: Minimum 1 | Maximum 2 (plus infant).
Housed in the historic Villa Odak building, these elegant rooms blend original character with contemporary comfort. Each offers a balcony and sweeping sea views, with décor in calm, neutral tones. Expect a flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, turndown service and a minibar (chargeable). Bathrooms feature a bath and separate shower, or occasionally bath only. Air conditioning, daily cleaning, linen and towel changes are included.

Superior Double or Twin Tower Room with Partial Sea View
Sleeps: Minimum 1 | Maximum 2.
Located in the modern tower, these bright rooms enjoy partial sea views and a stylish, minimalist aesthetic. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, turndown service and minibar (extra charge). Bathrooms offer a bath and separate shower, plus air conditioning and daily housekeeping.

Deluxe Double or Twin Tower Room with Sea View and Balcony
Sleeps: Minimum 1 | Maximum 2.
These rooms combine a private balcony with full sea views towards the Old Town or Lokrum Island. Amenities mirror those of other tower rooms – flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, turndown service and chargeable minibar – with a bathroom featuring bath and separate shower, air conditioning and daily cleaning.

Classic Double or Twin Tower Rooms (including Sole Use & Single Parent Use options)
Sleeps: Typically 1–2, with dedicated sole-use and single-parent configurations.
Classic Tower rooms are a comfortable choice for solo travellers or pairs, with the same high standard of facilities – flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, turndown service and minibar (extra charge). Bathrooms generally feature a bath with shower attachment, and all rooms benefit from air conditioning and daily housekeeping.

Additional Villa Odak Sea View Options (Single Parent & Sole Use)
The hotel also offers configurations of the Villa Odak sea-view rooms tailored for single parents or solo travellers, retaining the balcony and sea-view setting plus the full amenity list: TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobe and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, turndown service and chargeable minibar, with bath and separate shower in most rooms and air conditioning as standard.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎻 Evening live music (typically June–October)
🏊 Relaxed laps in the indoor pool & whirlpool
💪 Work out with a view in the air-conditioned gym
🧖 Spa rituals, massages and beauty treatments*
🚶 Scenic strolls to the Old Town walls and Banje Beach

*Spa and beauty services usually incur an extra charge and are subject to availability.

🛎️ 24-hour reception and attentive concierge
💱 Currency exchange* and luggage storage
🧺 Daily housekeeping with linen and towel changes
📶 Free Wi‑Fi throughout the hotel
👨‍👩‍👧 Highchairs available in the restaurant
💇 On-site hairdresser and spa reception*

*Local charges may apply for selected services and facilities.

Dubrovnik Old Town is a compact, walkable UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with history, viewpoints and excellent dining. From Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik you can explore on foot and retreat quickly back to the calm of the seafront terraces.

Good to know:
• Destination: Dubrovnik Coast, Croatia
• Resort: Dubrovnik (Old Town area)
• Flight time from UK: around 3 hours
• Transfer time: approx. 35 minutes
• Language: Croatian (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time zone: GMT +1 (daylight saving applies)

Information is based on supplier details and may change seasonally. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Croatia advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik from Dubrovnik Old Town?
Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik is approximately 800 metres from the heart of Dubrovnik Old Town. It’s an easy coastal walk of around 10–15 minutes to reach the city walls and main gate, making it ideal if you want a peaceful seafront setting without sacrificing access to the Old Town.

2. Is there a beach at or near Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik?
The hotel sits directly on the seafront with terraces and platforms where you can sunbathe and access the sea when conditions permit. Banje pebble beach, one of Dubrovnik’s most famous beaches, is just about 190 metres away, offering sunbeds, parasols and watersports for an additional charge.

3. What facilities does the spa at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik offer?
The spa at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik features an indoor freshwater pool with whirlpool, a sauna, steam room and additional whirlpool, as well as a full menu of massage and beauty treatments plus an on-site hairdresser. Spa facilities usually open from 08:00 to 20:00 and most treatments carry an extra charge.

4. What is the standard board basis at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik?
Stays are generally on a Bed and Breakfast basis. You’ll enjoy a high-quality buffet breakfast in the main restaurant, with the flexibility to sample Dubrovnik’s excellent local restaurants or dine at the hotel’s à la carte venues for lunch and dinner (payable locally).

5. Is Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik suitable for children?
Children are welcome and highchairs are available in the restaurant, but there is no dedicated children’s club or splash park. With its refined atmosphere, spa and fine dining focus, the hotel tends to appeal more to couples, friends and families with older or very well-travelled children.

6. Does Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik have a pool?
Yes, the hotel has an indoor heated freshwater pool with whirlpool, located within the spa centre. There are also outdoor sunbathing terraces by the sea, and the nearby Banje beach provides an additional swimming option.

7. What is the transfer time from Dubrovnik Airport to Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik?
The transfer time from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik is approximately 35 minutes by road, depending on traffic and time of day.

8. Is Wi‑Fi available at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik?
Yes, complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the hotel, including guest rooms and most public areas, so you can stay connected or share those Old Town views with ease.

9. Do the rooms at Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik have sea views?
Many room types offer either partial or full sea views, and some include balconies overlooking the Adriatic and Dubrovnik Old Town. Classic rooms may not have sea views, so if the outlook is important to you, it’s worth selecting a “Sea View” or “Partial Sea View” category when you book.