Montenegro today is one of the most popular holiday destinations of our compatriots. In addition, citizens of the countries of the former Soviet Union show great interest in real estate in this state. So, according to statistics, several thousand of our compatriots live here permanently, and the number of transactions for the purchase of apartments and houses is second only to Bulgaria and Spain. Of course, most people are interested in the cities of Montenegro at sea. Therefore, we offer to get acquainted with the resorts of this country closer.
Montenegro resorts on the sea: photos, description
The coastal part of this country is divided into three regions: the Budva and Ulcinj Riviera and the Bay of Kotor. Despite the fact that the coastline of Montenegro does not exceed three hundred kilometers, there are several dozen sea resorts, each of which has an ancient history, culture and unique character. So, we learn about the features of the towns of each region.
Budva Riviera
For most people who are beginning to be interested in Montenegro, resorts by the sea are reduced primarily to the towns of the Budva Riviera. After all, every year a huge number of tourists from the countries of the former USSR stay here. The Budva Riviera includes the following cities: Budva, Becici, Rafailovici, Bar, Petrovac, Sutomore, Sveti Stefan, Milocer and Pržno. Montenegro resorts on the sea of this region attract many tourists with clean wide pebble beaches with all the necessary infrastructure and hotels for every taste and budget. We offer you to learn more about the main cities of the Budva Riviera.
Budva
Choosing Montenegro resorts on the sea for relaxation, the vast majority of people stay in Budva. In this regard, the city is rightly called the tourist capital of the country. The popularity of Budva is easy to explain. After all, there are many cafes, bars, restaurants, there are also casinos, luxury hotels. In addition, the city boasts a vibrant nightlife and interesting historical sights. Budva is ideal for youth recreation. For families with children, it may seem a little noisy, although everything will depend on the area of the city where you plan to live.
In addition, Budva boasts several beaches. The most popular of them is Slovenska Plazha, which extends along almost the entire city coast. It is always crowded, there are plenty of water activities, cafes, bars and restaurants. Those who want to touch history and culture can always take a walk around the old city of Budva and visit the famous Citadel, where medieval churches are preserved.
Becici
Becici is a small resort village located just four kilometers from Budva. From the tourist capital, you can walk here along the picturesque coastal promenade. In Becici there is a beach with a length of about two kilometers, which in 1935 was recognized as the most beautiful beach in Europe. Thus, even in those days, people admired magnificent Montenegro. Hotels by the sea in this place are among the most luxurious in the whole country. Here are the fashionable hotel complexes Queen of Montenegro and Splendid. It is interesting that world-famous show business stars like to stay at the last hotel. So, among the guests of “Splendid” there were Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, Madonna, musicians from the group “The Rolling Stones” and other celebrities.
Sveti Stefan
Looking at the resorts of Montenegro on the sea, willy-nilly pay attention to Sveti Stefan. Photos of this island-hotel crown most of all Montenegro's tourist avenues. This mini-resort, connected to the land by a narrow isthmus, belongs to a private company, and only guests can use its infrastructure. Sveti Stefan is one of the most expensive hotels in Montenegro. The island has preserved a lot of ancient buildings and structures, which inside were decorated in a modern style. On the mainland, the city of Sveti Stefan itself is located, where everyone can find a hotel or apartment in accordance with their budget.
Petrovac
Petrovac is a small resort town located 17 kilometers from Budva. It is famous for its clean air, due to the fact that it is surrounded by conifers and olive groves. There are two beautiful beaches: one sandy and the other pebble. In general, despite the fact that this town has everything you need for life and relaxation, as well as a host of hotels for every taste, Petrovac is one of the quietest towns on the Montenegrin coast.
Bar
This city is one of the largest settlements on the Montenegrin coast of the Adriatic Sea. There is a large port of international importance, and there is also a parking for yachts that can accommodate a thousand boats. A passenger ferry departs regularly from Bar to Albania and Italy. In general, it is a very modern city. And life here does not freeze even in the winter season (unlike most other coastal settlements). There are also historical sights here: Stary Grad with a mass of medieval buildings and structures, as well as the world's oldest olive tree, whose age exceeds two thousand years. The beaches in the Bar are mostly pebble. They differ in a gentle entry into the water, making it comfortable to relax with small children.
Kotor Bay
Montenegro resorts on the sea of this region include the following cities: Kotor, Tivat, Herceg Novi, Igalo, Perast and Risan. This part of the country is characterized by picturesque nature and an abundance of historical and cultural monuments. We offer a closer look at the main resorts in the region.
Herceg Novi
This city is the largest settlement in the Bay of Kotor. In addition, it is considered the most suitable both for life and for a beach holiday in this region. So, the beaches here are very clean and well equipped. They are divided into two types: pebble and platforms. In addition, Herceg Novi has a lot of restaurants, cafes, bars, shops and hotels for every taste. A large number of historical monuments are also concentrated here.
Igalo
Noteworthy are the sanatoriums of Montenegro on the sea, in particular, the Simo Milosevic Institute, located in Igalo. This settlement is located seven kilometers from Herceg Novi. The local medical center specializes in spinal problems and is very popular among Europeans.
Kotor
This city is a real open-air museum. No wonder its ancient part was taken under the protection of UNESCO. Kotor is surrounded by high mountains on one side and the sea on the other. Many architectural monuments are concentrated here, among which one can distinguish the longest fortress wall in Europe. This city is mainly visited for sightseeing purposes. As for the beaches, there are few of them here, and the water is not as clean as in other areas of the coast.
Tivat
This city has the only international airport on the coast. Therefore, with a high degree of probability your plane to Montenegro will land in this city. Tivat is also famous thanks to the huge marina built on its territory several years ago and the luxurious residential complex Porto Montenegro. The city has a lot of boutiques, shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. A beach holiday here is very modest. For these purposes, only a narrow coastal strip with pebble or concrete coating is reserved.
Ulcinj
The Ulcinj Riviera is represented by only one city - Ulcinj. This settlement is located in the very south of Montenegro, near the border with Albania. Ulcinj is famous for its ecology, since there is not a single factory or factory within a radius of one hundred kilometers from the city. Near this city is the world famous sandy Great Beach, whose length is 13 kilometers.
Montenegro resorts on the sea: prices, reviews
As for the cost of living on the coast of the amazing country of Montenegro, it varies in a very wide range. So, if it’s not important for you to live in a hotel on the first line with a magnificent view of the Adriatic Sea, then even at the peak of the season (July-August) you can easily find a place to live at a cost of 15-20 euros per day. The upper limit of the price is practically unlimited and can reach several thousand euros per night.
As you can see, there are the most diverse resorts of Montenegro on the sea. Reviews about them are also very controversial. However, when going on vacation, you should first clearly define what you want from the place where you plan to spend several days of the long-awaited vacation. So, for example, going to the sea with a small child or an elderly mother and at the same time choosing a hotel in Budva, located in the city center, then you should not complain about the noise from bars and discos. Or, planning a youth vacation and settling in a quiet Perast, you should not complain afterwards about the lack of entertainment in Montenegro as a whole.