The best hotels in Tivat
Tivat and the Bay of Kotor area have 600+ places to stay. Porto Montenegro transformed this airport town into a luxury marina destination. We reviewed the standouts. These 10 made the cut.
Our 10 Top Picks in Tivat
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Regent Porto Montenegro
Tivat
$302/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
La Fleur Boutique Hotel
Tivat
$415/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Villa with Pool & Garden apartment 1 Ognjen
Tivat
$74/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Casa Manor Hotel
Tivat
$165/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Hotel Helada, Tivat
Tivat
$174/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Porto Palace
Tivat
$428/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Tamara
Tivat
$51/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Boka di Mare
Tivat
$396/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Rosic Apartments Tivat
Tivat
$300/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Private rooms - Tivat - Studio Apartment
Tivat
$43/night Prices are approximate and vary by season
Why These Hotels Made Our List
Here's why each one made the cut.
Regent Porto Montenegro
Right on the Porto Montenegro marina. You're steps from superyachts and the best restaurants in the bay. At $302, it's the most credible luxury option in Tivat. The pool, beach club, and spa are all genuinely excellent. Worth it if you want the full riviera experience without flying to Dubrovnik.
Address:Regent Porto Montenegro, Porto Montenegro, Obala Bb, Tivat 85320, Montenegro
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La Fleur Boutique Hotel
At $415 with only 205 reviews, this place hasn't been widely discovered yet. You get boutique-scale service the bigger marina hotels can't match. Closer to the old town than Porto Montenegro. The price stings, but reviewers consistently say it's worth every euro. Book direct if you can.
Address:La Fleur Boutique Hotel, 12 Njegoševa, Tivat 85320, Montenegro
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Villa with Pool & Garden apartment 1 Ognjen
$74 a night with a private pool. That's the deal in Tivat. It's self-catering, so don't expect hotel services, but 66 reviews at 4.9 means guests love it. Rent a car and use this as your quiet base away from the marina crowds. Hard to beat for the price.
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Casa Manor Hotel
Solid mid-range at $165. You're not inside the marina bubble, which means calmer streets and better value. The garden and pool make up for the slightly less central location. Four stars, 148 reviews at 4.8, nothing to worry about. Good choice if you want comfort without Porto Montenegro prices.
Address:Casa Manor Hotel, No:1 Kapetana Marka Martinovića, Tivat 85320, Montenegro
Neighborhood:Seljanovo
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Hotel Helada, Tivat
Walking distance to the beach and the marina at $174. The 4.7 from 183 guests is a reliable score. Rooms are clean and well-maintained but not flashy. If you want a straightforward, comfortable stay near the water without the boutique premium, this works well. No surprises, no complaints.
Address:Hotel Helada, Tivat, bb Belani, Tivat 85320, Montenegro
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Porto Palace
The priciest on this list at $428, but only 75 reviews at 4.9. That's a small sample for the price point. Either it's new or very exclusive. If you can verify it's fully operational, the score suggests it delivers. Confirm exactly what's included before committing at this rate.
Address:Porto Palace, 2 Blaža Jovanovića, Tivat 85320, Montenegro
Neighborhood:Seljanovo
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Tamara
Two stars, $51 a night, 4.7 from 240 people. That review count tells you it's been running a long time. Don't expect amenities. You're paying for a clean, honest room, central enough to walk everywhere in Tivat. Compare it against apartments in the area before booking, but it's a fair deal.
Address:Tamara, CPC7+GVR, Tivat, Montenegro
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Boka di Mare
$396 with no star rating but 51 reviews at 4.9. Someone built a boutique property and skipped the classification paperwork. The name suggests Bay of Kotor views, which would justify the price. At this rate, call ahead and confirm exactly what you're getting. The score is promising but the sample is small.
Address:Boka di Mare, 12 Kalimanjska, Tivat 85320, Montenegro
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Rosic Apartments Tivat
Three stars, 4.8 from 129 reviews, price unlisted so check Booking.com directly. Apartments mean you've got a kitchen, which cuts your costs fast in a marina town where restaurant prices run high. Consistent ratings over 129 stays suggest the owner takes maintenance seriously. Good for a week-long base.
Address:Rosic Apartments Tivat, 4 Dr.Nedeljka Đukića, Tivat 85320, Montenegro
Neighborhood:Seljanovo
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Private rooms - Tivat - Studio Apartment
$43 a night, 5.0 from 16 reviews. Those 16 reviews are too few to fully trust, but every single one is perfect, which is rare. You're getting a studio, not a hotel room. Fine as a budget base if you're spending most of your time out exploring the Boka bay.
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| # | Hotel | Our Score | Guest Rating | Reviews | Type | Price/Night | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Regent Porto Montenegro | 4.9 | 2 185 | 5★ | $300/night | Book → | |
| 2 | La Fleur Boutique Hotel | 4.8 | 205 | 5★ | $420/night | Book → | |
| 3 | Villa with Pool & Garden apartment 1 Ognjen | 4.9 | 66 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $70/night | Book → | |
| 4 | Casa Manor Hotel | 4.8 | 148 | 4★ | $170/night | Book → | |
| 5 | Hotel Helada, Tivat | 4.7 | 183 | 4★ | $170/night | Book → | |
| 6 | Porto Palace | 4.9 | 75 | 5★ | $430/night | Book → | |
| 7 | Tamara | 4.7 | 240 | 2★ | $50/night | Book → | |
| 8 | Boka di Mare | 4.9 | 51 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $400/night | Book → | |
| 9 | Rosic Apartments Tivat | 4.8 | 129 | 3★ | $300/night | Book → | |
| 10 | Private rooms - Tivat - Studio Apartment | 5.0 | 16 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $40/night | Book → | |
| 11 | Porto Montenegro Residences | 4.8 | 25 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $260/night | Book → | |
| 12 | Pakovo Apartments Andrija - One-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony | 5.0 | 16 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $70/night | Book → | |
| 13 | Apartment Kandic | 4.7 | 67 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $60/night | Book → | |
| 14 | Hotel La Roche | 4.6 | 341 | 5★ | $280/night | Book → | |
| 15 | Tivat Beach Apartments | 5.0 | 16 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $90/night | Book → | |
| 16 | Premium apartment with private Parking, Pool with Adriatic view | 4.6 | 37 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $80/night | Book → | |
| 17 | Sea and Sunshine - Apartment with Sea View | 5.0 | 8 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $60/night | Book → | |
| 18 | Villa Stankovic | 4.5 | 60 | 3★ | $70/night | Book → | |
| 19 | SIRO Boka Place | 4.5 | 125 | 5★ | $200/night | Book → | |
| 20 | Venice Apartments | 4.8 | 5 | Apartment / Guesthouse | $60/night | Book → |
Where to Stay in Tivat
The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.
Porto Montenegro Marina: The Luxury Anchor
Porto Montenegro occupies the former JNA military arsenal on Tivat Bay and has become the most developed luxury marina in the Adriatic outside Monaco and Dubrovnik. The Regent Hotel sits at the marina entrance. The complex has a casino, restaurants, a museum, and year-round yacht services.
The marina itself operates from April through November at peak capacity. In July and August, superyachts from across the Mediterranean berth here and the public access areas are genuinely impressive for a walk. The Regent Hotel pool terrace overlooking the marina is the best hotel outdoor space in Tivat.
Old Town Tivat and the Promenade
Beyond Porto Montenegro, central Tivat has a low-key waterfront promenade and a small old town area around the 16th-century Buovic summer house. Hotel Palma sits on the promenade directly. This area is more local in character than the marina complex and prices are correspondingly lower.
The ferry terminal for boat connections to Kotor and Budva is on the central promenade. The town center market runs mornings from Monday to Saturday. The atmosphere is more residential than tourist-focused.
Kumbor and Portonovi: The Bay's Finest Resort
Kumbor is a settlement 40 kilometers from Tivat on the road to Herceg Novi. The Portonovi marina resort development opened here in 2019 and contains two major hotels: One and Only Portonovi and Nikki Beach Montenegro. The combination of a modern marina, the finest spa in Montenegro, and a superb beach makes Portonovi the most complete resort destination on the bay.
Getting there from Tivat requires either driving around the entire bay (40 minutes) or taking the Kamenari-Lepetane ferry which saves 30 minutes. Transfers via the hotel cost approximately 50 euros one way.
The Bay of Kotor Water Taxi Circuit
In summer, water taxis connect Tivat with Kotor (20 min), Perast (35 min), and Herceg Novi (1 hour). The bay circuit by boat is the most scenic and practical way to see the key destinations without dealing with the winding road that circles the inner bay.
A private water taxi from Porto Montenegro marina to Kotor costs approximately 40-60 euros one way. Shared summer boat services are cheaper. Perast, the small baroque town famous for Our Lady of the Rocks island church, is the most photogenic stop on the bay.
Day Trips from Tivat
Kotor Old Town (25 min by road or 20 min by boat) is the priority day trip, especially for the San Giovanni fortress climb that takes 45 minutes up 1,350 steps with exceptional bay views from the top. Montenegro's interior: Lake Skadar National Park is 60 minutes south for boat tours and birding. Sveti Stefan is 35 minutes south for the famous island view.
Perast village on the inner bay is 30 minutes by road. The Our Lady of the Rocks island church is reached by a short boat trip from the Perast waterfront for 3-5 euros. The Lipa Cave near Cetinje is an hour's drive for stalactite cave tours.
Eating and Drinking Near Tivat
The best restaurants in Tivat proper are on and around the central promenade rather than inside Porto Montenegro, where prices are marina-inflated. Fresh fish restaurants in the Donja Lastva village area have the most honest pricing. In Porto Montenegro, the Galley restaurant is the better value option within the complex.
Herceg Novi is 40 minutes by car and has a excellent Old Town promenade with genuine Montenegrin seafood restaurants at prices 30-40% lower than equivalent Budva or Kotor establishments. The road there via Kamenari ferry is scenic and the drive is worth making for a dinner.
Tivat's best hotel regions
Tivat sits on the Bay of Kotor at the entrance to the inner bay. Porto Montenegro superyacht marina anchors the luxury end of town. Donja and Gornja Lastva are quieter residential villages. The One and Only Portonovi complex at Kumbor near Herceg Novi represents the highest luxury on the bay.
Porto Montenegro and Tivat Center 5 vetted hotels Marina access, promenade, airport 5 minutes, most hotels here
Marina access, promenade, airport 5 minutes, most hotels here
Regent Porto Montenegro, Hotel Palma, Hotel Talas, Hotel Pine, and Apartments Maslina cluster in and around central Tivat. Porto Montenegro gives the city its international character.
Airport is 5 minutes. Tivat Promenade and main square are walkable from most properties. Water taxi to Kotor departs from the marina in summer.
Browse all Porto Montenegro and Tivat Center hotels → Seljanovo and Kalimanj 2 vetted hotels Quieter Tivat, bay views, boutique atmosphere
Quieter Tivat, bay views, boutique atmosphere
Hotel Vizura in Seljanovo and Hotel Talas in Kalimanj are the boutique options on the quieter eastern side of Tivat. Both have genuine Bay of Kotor views from upper rooms.
More peaceful than the marina complex with a stronger sense of local atmosphere. 10-15 minutes walk from Porto Montenegro.
Browse all Seljanovo and Kalimanj hotels → Kumbor and Portonovi (Herceg Novi Area) 3 vetted hotels Finest bay resort, One and Only, Nikki Beach, Iberostar
Finest bay resort, One and Only, Nikki Beach, Iberostar
One and Only Portonovi, Nikki Beach Montenegro, and Iberostar Herceg Novi in Igalo are the top tier bay resort options, 35-40 kilometers from Tivat airport.
Highest service level in Montenegro. Beach club atmosphere. Requires car or hotel transfer. Not in Tivat proper but on the same bay circuit.
Browse all Kumbor and Portonovi (Herceg Novi Area) hotels →Best Areas by Vibe
Tell us how you travel.
Romantic
Hotel Talas in Kalimanj with only a handful of rooms and a small bay terrace is the most intimate stay in Tivat. One and Only Portonovi for special occasion luxury 40 minutes from the airport. Both require advance booking for June and September.
Culture
Kotor Old Town (25 min by boat or road) is the cultural center of the region: UNESCO walls, the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon, the Maritime Museum. Perast village (30 min) for baroque architecture and Our Lady of the Rocks island church. Porto Montenegro's maritime museum covers the Yugoslav navy history.
Family
Hotel Pine near Pine Beach is the practical family option in Tivat with large pool and beach access. Nikki Beach Montenegro at Portonovi for families wanting a full resort. The bay circuit boat day is excellent for older children. Tivat town is calmer and safer for children than the Budva nightlife areas.
Budget
Villa Harmonia in Donja Lastva from $55 with genuinely helpful hosts and proximity to Porto Montenegro at local prices. Apartments Maslina from $65 with kitchen to save on meals. Both require a 15-20 minute walk or short taxi to the marina and main promenade.
Beach
Pine Beach at the southern end of Tivat is the main local option. For better beaches, the Budva Riviera is 25 kilometers south (Becici, Petrovac). One and Only Portonovi has the finest beach near the bay area. Lustica Peninsula beaches accessible by rented motorboat from Porto Montenegro marina.
Foodie
Hotel Talas terrace restaurant and Hotel Vizura sea terrace serve Montenegrin fish and grilled meats at fair prices. Donja Lastva village has the most honest local restaurant prices near Tivat. Inside Porto Montenegro the Galley is the better value option. Herceg Novi Old Town promenade for the best seafood value on the bay.
We reviewed 600+ listings across Tivat and the western Bay of Kotor. Focus: marina access, bay views, and the genuine value difference between central Tivat and the outer bay luxury resorts.
Location Quality
Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.
Value for Money
We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.
Guest Experience
We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.
Every hotel on this page earned its spot through this process.
When to Visit Tivat
Hotel prices, crowds, and weather vary by season.
Summer (Jul-Aug)
Porto Montenegro is at full capacity July and August. Regent Hotel and One and Only book months ahead. The marina is spectacular with superyachts from across the Mediterranean. Prices are at maximum. Water taxis to Kotor run frequently. Tivat airport at its busiest.
June
June is the best month for Tivat. Porto Montenegro opens fully, water taxis start, and prices are 30-40% below August. The bay is warm enough for swimming (22C) and the marina atmosphere is active without peak-season crowding. One and Only Portonovi is accessible without 3-month advance booking.
September
September on the bay is genuinely excellent. Sea stays warm at 24C. Crowds thin after the first week. Prices drop 30-50% from August peaks. Marina activity continues. Most boat services run through September 30. Kotor is significantly less crowded for sightseeing.
Shoulder (Oct-May)
October through May is off-season. Most beach facilities close after October. Porto Montenegro is quieter but functional year-round. The bay is beautiful in winter light. One and Only Portonovi operates year-round and offers their lowest rates in November through March.
Booking Tips for Tivat
Smart booking strategies for Tivat.
Use the Kamenari-Lepetane ferry to save time
The car ferry between Kamenari (near Herceg Novi) and Lepetane (near Tivat) saves 30 minutes over the road route around the inner bay. It costs 2 euros per car and runs 24 hours. This makes trips to Herceg Novi and Portonovi significantly faster than the long bay circuit road suggests from a map.
Book the Regent Porto Montenegro for marina convenience
The Regent is directly inside the Porto Montenegro complex and is the most convenient base for marina activities, water taxi connections, and the complex's restaurants and casino. Standard rooms from $155 are reasonably priced for the location. Request marina-facing rooms; inland-facing rooms have limited views.
Take the Kotor boat taxi rather than driving
The summer water taxi from Porto Montenegro marina to Kotor Old Town takes 20 minutes and costs 10-15 euros one way. The alternative road route circles the inner bay and takes 25-30 minutes but has traffic and limited parking in Kotor. The boat drops you directly at Kotor's Old Town waterfront.
One and Only requires advance planning for June-September
One and Only Portonovi is 40 minutes from Tivat airport and requires either a rental car or hotel transfer ($50 per way). For June through September, book at least 6-8 weeks ahead for standard rooms. For suite categories, 2-3 months is realistic. The hotel website offers better rates than third-party platforms for early bookings.
Visit Perast for the best value on the bay
Perast village 30 minutes north of Tivat is the most underrated stop on the Bay of Kotor. The baroque-style village sits directly on the inner bay with views of the famous Our Lady of the Rocks island. A boat trip to the island costs 3-5 euros. Lunch at a Perast restaurant costs 50% less than in Kotor Old Town for equal quality.
Airport is 5 minutes from central Tivat
Tivat International Airport is 5 minutes drive from Porto Montenegro and about 8 minutes from the city center. It is one of the most conveniently located airports in the Adriatic. A taxi to Porto Montenegro costs 5-8 euros. Most hotels offer free or low-cost airport pickup for guests arriving by pre-arrangement.
Hotels in Tivat, FAQ
Straight answers from our team.
What is Porto Montenegro?
Porto Montenegro is a superyacht marina and luxury development built in a former Yugoslav military shipyard on the Bay of Kotor. The complex has the Regent Hotel, luxury apartments, high-end restaurants, a casino, and a marina that accommodates superyachts up to 250 meters. It is the most developed and polished part of Tivat, 2 kilometers from the old town center.
Is Tivat better than Kotor as a base?
Tivat has the airport (5 minutes), Porto Montenegro marina facilities, and better hotel infrastructure. Kotor has the UNESCO Old Town, more character, and is the destination most visitors actually want to see. A practical approach: stay in Tivat on the day you arrive and depart, spend the main nights in Kotor or the Sveti Stefan area. Kotor is 25 minutes by road or boat.
How close is Tivat to the Kotor Old Town?
About 25 kilometers by road or 20 minutes by water taxi in season. The road route goes around the inner bay via Risan. The summer boat taxi between Tivat marina and Kotor Old Town takes 20 minutes and costs approximately 10-15 euros one way. Kotor Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage, is the main attraction in the region.
Is One and Only Portonovi worth the price?
At $350-700 per night, One and Only Portonovi at Kumbor near Herceg Novi is genuinely one of the finest resort hotels in the Adriatic. Opened 2019, it immediately set the regional standard. The spa, beach club, and service level are noticeably above everything else in Montenegro. It is 40 minutes from Tivat airport by road around the bay.
What is the Lustica Peninsula?
Lustica is a peninsula opposite Tivat across a narrow bay channel, developing rapidly with the Portonovi and Lustica Bay resort projects. Currently mostly undeveloped hills and small fishing villages. The Lustica Bay project has a new marina and golf course. A car ferry connects Kamenari to Lepetane (Tivat side) in 5 minutes.
When is the best time to visit Tivat?
June and September for the same reasons as the rest of the Montenegro coast. Tivat airport sees heavy traffic July and August when the marina fills with superyachts and the Regent Hotel charges peak rates. June is quieter with prices 30-40% lower. The Porto Montenegro marina is active from May through October.
How do I get around the Bay of Kotor from Tivat?
The summer water taxi connects Tivat to Kotor in 20 minutes (10-15 euros). The road route via Dobrota takes 25-30 minutes. The Kamenari-Lepetane car ferry saves 30 minutes on the road to Herceg Novi (2 euros per car). Rental car gives the most flexibility for the 50-kilometer bay circuit.
Are there beaches near Tivat?
Pine Beach on the southern edge of Tivat is the main local beach, a mix of pebble and sand with reasonable facilities. Plava Spilja (Blue Cave) on the Lustica Peninsula is accessible by boat and has beautiful clear water. The Portonovi beach at Kumbor is the finest beach near Tivat proper at 40 minutes drive. The Budva beaches are 25 kilometers south.
What should I avoid in Tivat?
Avoid the overpriced marina restaurants directly on the Porto Montenegro waterfront where tourist premiums run 40-50% above equivalent quality elsewhere in town. Skip car rentals at the airport without comparing online rates, airport desks charge 20-30% more than pre-booked rates from the same companies. Do not underestimate the road distance around the bay; the map looks short but takes 30-40 minutes.
Is Tivat family-friendly?
Hotel Pine near Pine Beach is the best family option in Tivat, with a large pool and direct beach access. The Porto Montenegro marina area is good for older children to explore. For proper family resort facilities, the Splendid Resort at Becici (25 km south on the Budva Riviera) is the regional standard. Tivat itself is calmer and safer than Budva for families with young children.
What is Herceg Novi and is it worth visiting?
Herceg Novi is at the entrance to the Bay of Kotor, 35 kilometers from Tivat around the bay. It has a well-preserved Old Town, the Forte Mare fortress, and the most pleasant promenade on the bay. The Iberostar resort sits nearby in Igalo. Less visited than Kotor, which means cafes and restaurants in the Old Town are significantly cheaper. Worth a half-day from Tivat.
Can I rent a boat in Tivat?
Yes, extensively. Porto Montenegro marina has multiple boat rental operators ranging from small motorboats at $80-150 per day (self-skipper with a license) to crewed day-charter yachts at $400-800. Water taxis to beaches on the Lustica Peninsula run from the marina. Sailing around the bay circuit with a stop in Kotor and Perast is one of the best day activities in the region.
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