Villa Dubrovnik: Cliffside Luxury with Points Booking
An independent, 55-room hotel in Dubrovnik, part of Leading Hotels of the World, offers sea views from all rooms, seasonal rates from €600, and points
Hotel Villa Dubrovnik, a 55-key independent property, is considered the best hotel in Dubrovnik according to a review on One Mile at a Time. The cliffside hotel recently completed a full renovation and is a member of Leading Hotels of the World, opening up potential points bookings.
Rates at the seasonal hotel, open from late March to early November, typically range from around €600 to over €1,200 per night. The reviewer's stay cost approximately €1,000 nightly. A booking through the Virtuoso travel advisor network provided perks like a potential room upgrade and a complimentary three-course lunch for two. Breakfast is included with all rates.
A notable booking angle involves points transfers. Both American Express Membership Rewards and Citi ThankYou points transfer to the LHW Leaders Club loyalty program at a 4:1 ratio. The source states these points are typically valued around eight cents each, meaning each transferred point could be worth about two cents toward a stay.
Location and Arrival
The hotel is built into a cliff in the Sveti Jakov area, offering a secluded feel while being a 15-20 minute walk from Dubrovnik's historic center. An hourly shuttle runs from 3 PM to 11 PM. Arrival is dramatic: guests are greeted at street level by an elevator that descends to the property below.
The lobby on level four features sea views. During the reviewer's check-in, many guests were connecting with a Four Seasons Yachts voyage, which meant no early check-in or upgrade was available. The room was ready at the standard time.
Accommodation Details
All guest rooms have a sea view. The reviewer stayed in a 35-square-meter (377-square-foot) Superior Sea View room. The room featured a king bed, a couch, a desk, additional seating, and a terrace with chairs and a table. The design included exposed stone and pops of color.
The bathroom had double sinks, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower and toilet. Tech amenities were modern, with USB-C outlets by the bed and exterior shutters. A minibar with Nespresso coffee and a welcome gift of Orancello liqueur were provided.
The property has multiple room categories, as outlined below.
| Room Type | Number of Categories | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Rooms | 4 | All have sea views |
| Suites | 5 | Various layouts and sizes |
Hotel Amenities
The wellness area spans levels three down to one. It includes a spa with five treatment rooms, an 18-meter (57-foot) indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, a steam room, and a relaxation area. An outdoor deck adjoins the pool.
Instead of a traditional beach, the hotel has a seaside platform or 'lido' for lounging and sea access. The water was rough during the reviewer's visit.
The 24/7 gym has modern cardio equipment and a yoga area. The reviewer noted the free weights were quite light, calling it a common but puzzling hotel gym shortcoming.
Dining and Service
Villa Dubrovnik has three food and beverage outlets: Restaurant Pjerin for all-day dining, Libero Bar as a casual lounge, and the Galanto Bar on the rooftop. The reviewer found the dining excellent and the staff very friendly.
Service had a couple of quirks, though nothing severe enough to change the overall recommendation. The hotel's layout is vertical, with reception on level four, the rooftop bar on level five, the restaurant on level one, and guest rooms on levels one through four.
The reviewer concluded that, despite the high price, Villa Dubrovnik is 'absolutely the place to stay in the city' for those who can manage it.
