Boutique Hotel Stari Grad

Rooms and decor

Boutique Hotel Stari Grad sits in the heart of Dubrovnik's Old Town, just 3 minutes from Stradun — a 4-star boutique with one clear, distinctive draw: the rooftop restaurant Above5, talked about as having the best view of the old city walls and the Adriatic in town. The rooms lean luxe Mediterranean, with original stone walls, vaulted ceilings, high-quality linens, and furnishings that were clearly chosen with care. It feels more like a privately run home with someone looking after every detail than a formulaic chain. One thing to know up front: the building is old, there is no elevator, and the stairs are narrow and steep in the medieval-European style. Staff will always help carry your bags, but if you have several big suitcases or any mobility limits, one of the more accessible picks in this guide may suit you better.

Food and amenities

What sets this place apart from every other boutique in Old Town is Above5. From the rooftop you take in the old city walls, the dome of the Cathedral of the Assumption, and the Adriatic all at once, in a full 360-degree sweep. Breakfast is served up here every morning, with both Croatian local and European continental options. Dozens of reviewers call it the best breakfast of their life, especially eaten in the morning light hitting the terracotta rooftops of the old city. Beyond breakfast, Above5 is also open for lunch and dinner with a cocktail menu, and non-guests can book a table too.

Location and getting there

The location is excellent. Sitting dead-center in Old Town, it is a 3-minute walk to Stradun, 5 minutes to the city walls, 6 minutes to the Cathedral of the Assumption, and 5 minutes to the small harbor for boats out to Lokrum Island. From here you can walk to every major Dubrovnik sight without ever touching a bus or taxi.

Things to know before booking

This is the priciest pick in this guide, from about $215 a night, so weigh it against your budget. There is no elevator, and the stairs are narrow and steep, which makes large luggage hard to manage. Those same lift-free stairs make it awkward for small children or strollers, so it fits couples and nimble travelers far better than families. Tell the staff your check-in time ahead of arrival so they can meet you and help with bags.

Our take

Boutique Hotel Stari Grad is best for couples and travelers who want an upscale stay in the center of Old Town paired with the best dining view in the city — and who can accept the highest price in this guide and the lack of an elevator. If that sounds like you, it will clear the bar on every front. It scores 9.1/10 on Booking and 9.0 on Agoda, and the rooftop is the reason people come back.