Valamar Tirena Hotel

🎨 Stylish, contemporary interiors throughout
🎡 Free, unlimited access to nearby Maro World family entertainment centre
🛏️ Modern and spacious rooms ideal for families and friends
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families with kids’ pool, slides and child-friendly dining
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel meeting a GSTC-recognised standard
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: Bed and Breakfast, Half Board
Child age guideline: up to 14 years (for hotel child pricing; may vary by season)

Valamar Tirena Hotel sits on the tranquil Babin Kuk peninsula, a leafy corner of Dubrovnik that feels resort-like yet keeps you close to the city’s famous red rooftops. Stroll through pine groves to reach the pebbly shorelines and beach clubs, or wander to nearby Lapad for seafront promenades, cafés and sunset bars. When you’re ready for culture and history, Dubrovnik Old Town is only a short taxi or bus ride away, putting its city walls, cable car and film locations (think King’s Landing) easily within reach.

• Located on the Babin Kuk peninsula
• 100m to the nearest bars and restaurants
• 200m to the nearest beach (pebbly/rocky stretches with beach clubs)
• 2km to Lapad resort centre
• 6km to Dubrovnik Old Town
Approx. transfer time from airport: 35 minutes

Dubrovnik (Babin Kuk), Dubrovnik Coast, Croatia

The food scene at Valamar Tirena Hotel is relaxed and family-friendly, with plenty of flexibility for fussy eaters and hungry teens:

• Main Restaurant – Buffet restaurant serving breakfast and dinner with live show-cooking stations and a mix of international and local Dalmatian dishes. Highchairs available; the hotel usually asks guests not to wear beachwear at dinner.
• Oliva Grill Restaurant – À la carte grill on the poolside terrace, open for lunch, dinner and snacks from spring to late autumn. Expect grilled meats, fish and Mediterranean-style plates in a casual setting.
• Maro Snack Bar – Poolside snack bar open during the day for light bites, ice creams and drinks – ideal for families who don’t want to leave the sunlounger.
• Splash Pool Bar – Swim-up pool bar serving drinks from late morning through the afternoon; perfect for holiday cocktails without leaving the water.
• Vero Bar – Light, bright lobby bar open from early morning for coffee through to late evening for pre-dinner drinks or a nightcap.

A smart-casual dress code may apply in the restaurants, and opening dates, times, reservations and supplements can vary by season and board basis. What All Inclusive typically includes.

• Main outdoor pool – Large freshwater pool with generous sunbathing space, loungers and parasols. Inflatables and water toys are permitted, which keeps kids happy on lazy days. Open roughly June to September (weather permitting).
• Children’s pool – Separate shallow freshwater pool with slides, sunbeds and parasols, perfect for younger swimmers learning their strokes in a safe space.
• Pool towels – Free pool towels provided, so you can pack a little lighter.

The nearest beach is approximately 200m away – a pebbly stretch typical of the Dubrovnik Coast with clear, calm water that’s great for swimming. You’ll also find a selection of nearby coastal paths and beach clubs for sunset drinks and sea views.

While Valamar Tirena Hotel doesn’t position itself as a full spa resort, there’s enough on-site to keep active guests entertained between beach and city days:

• Sports – Snooker and tennis (local charges may apply; availability subject to season).
• Evening entertainment – Regular live music and shows from spring into early autumn:
  • April: regular evening entertainment with live music.
  • May–September: more frequent evening entertainment including live performers.

Other useful facilities include:

• 24-hour reception with currency exchange and luggage storage
• Internet corner (local charge)
• On-site parking (local charge)

Information, operating dates and schedules are based on the previous season and may change; check in-resort for the latest programme.

Superior Room with Partial Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 3
Light and contemporary rooms with a balcony and glimpses of the Adriatic or surrounding coastline.

Facilities include: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, hairdryer, balcony, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request.

Double or Twin Room
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 3
Comfortable, modern rooms ideal for couples or small families, in the main hotel building.

Facilities include: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, hairdryer, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request.

Superior Room
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 3
Upgraded layout with balcony or terrace and a little more space for families who value room to spread out.

Facilities include: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony or terrace, hairdryer, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning, room cleaning, linen and towel change on request.

Superior Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 1
All the benefits of a Superior Room, configured for solo travellers wanting extra comfort and outdoor space.

Facilities include: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony or terrace, hairdryer, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning, room cleaning, linen and towel change on request.

Superior Interconnecting Room
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 5
Two adjoining twin rooms with an interconnecting door – a great choice for larger families wanting extra bathrooms and privacy while staying close.

Facilities include: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, balcony or terrace, coffee making facilities, pillow menu, minibar (charge), two bathrooms with bath or shower, air conditioning, room cleaning, linen and towel change on request.

Double or Twin Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 2
Classic rooms with side sea views, perfect for couples who like a brighter outlook without going for a full sea view category.

Facilities include: flat-screen TV, free Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, hairdryer, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath or shower, air conditioning, daily cleaning and towel change, linen changes on request.

Interconnecting Double or Twin Rooms / Interconnecting Double or Twin Rooms with Side Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 4
Two double or twin rooms joined by an internal door, giving families or friends more flexibility and privacy. Facilities are similar to the lead-in room of each type; specific view and layout can vary.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎢 Free, unlimited entry to Maro World family entertainment centre (approx. 100m away; height/age restrictions may apply)
🏊 Pool fun with inflatables and water toys permitted in the main pool
🎵 Frequent evening entertainment with live music (May–September)
🎵 Regular live music and shows in April
🎾 On-site tennis (local charge; subject to availability)
🎱 Snooker and games (local charge; seasonal)

🛎️ 24-hour reception with currency exchange* and luggage storage
🌐 Free Wi‑Fi throughout plus Internet corner*
🚗 On-site parking* (useful if hiring a car to explore the coast)
👶 Family-friendly touches including highchairs in restaurants and children’s pool
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel with a GSTC-recognised standard

*Local charges may apply; services and hours can vary by season.

Dubrovnik’s Babin Kuk peninsula is a green, low-key base with easy access to beaches and nature trails, yet you’re only a few kilometres from the UNESCO-listed Old Town and its famous city walls.

• Resort: Dubrovnik (Babin Kuk), Dubrovnik Coast
• Language: Croatian (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +1 (GMT +2 in summer)
• Average flight time from UK: around 3 hours
• Family extras: Maro World is open roughly 09:00–21:00 with play zones, trampolines, soft play, games consoles, cinema and theatre; access is included for hotel guests, but it operates separately from the hotel and is around 100m away with no transfer provided.

Hotel features at a glance: 208 rooms, 4 floors, 2 lifts, Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised), Quality Award 2024 (supplier-rated).

Hotel information is subject to seasonal changes and local regulations; some facilities may operate at reduced capacity or different hours outside peak season. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Croatia advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Valamar Tirena Hotel suitable for families with children?
Yes. Valamar Tirena Hotel is designed with families in mind, offering a children’s pool with slides, a main pool where inflatables are allowed, highchairs in restaurants, interconnecting room options and, best of all, free, unlimited entry to Maro World – a huge family entertainment centre just 100m away.

2. What is included with Maro World access?
Guests of Valamar Tirena Hotel receive complimentary, unlimited access to Maro World for the duration of their stay. Inside you’ll find creative play areas, soft play, outdoor trampolines, games consoles, cinema and theatre spaces, plus a Teen Hangout zone with video games and sports activities. Maro World is not part of the hotel building and no transfer is provided; height and age restrictions may apply for some attractions.

3. How far is Valamar Tirena Hotel from Dubrovnik Old Town and the beach?
The hotel is around 200m from the nearest beach on the Babin Kuk peninsula, and approximately 6km from Dubrovnik Old Town. Lapad resort centre is about 2km away, while local bars and restaurants are roughly 100m from the hotel. Public buses and taxis make it straightforward to reach the Old Town for sightseeing.

4. Which board basis should I choose at Valamar Tirena Hotel?
You can book Valamar Tirena Hotel on Bed and Breakfast or Half Board. Bed and Breakfast includes a buffet breakfast in the main restaurant, while Half Board generally adds buffet dinner with show-cooking in the evenings. Drinks policies can vary by season, so your Travelisto consultant will confirm what’s included in your specific quote.

5. Does Valamar Tirena Hotel have a swim-up bar and pool with slides?
Yes. The main freshwater pool features a swim-up Splash Pool Bar so you can enjoy drinks without leaving the water. There’s also a separate children’s pool with slides and a surrounding sunbathing area with loungers and parasols, open roughly from June to September.

6. Is the hotel accessible from Dubrovnik Airport and how long is the transfer?
Valamar Tirena Hotel is located on the Babin Kuk peninsula, around 35 minutes by road from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV), depending on traffic and any en-route stops. Private transfers can be quicker and more direct; your Travelisto advisor can include these in your holiday quote.

7. Is Valamar Tirena Hotel a sustainable choice?
Yes. Valamar Tirena Hotel is a Certified Sustainable Hotel, meaning it meets a GSTC-recognised standard at the time of review. In practice, that usually involves measures such as energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, responsible sourcing and support for the local community, making it a strong option for eco-conscious travellers.