Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik

We have recently returned from a 10-night stay at the Excelsior, and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience having enjoyed our first stay there in July 2024. This time we booked directly with the hotel, arranging flights separately, and the hotel arranged transfers for us from and to the airport which were excellent. We booked a Villa Odak Deluxe sea view balcony room, which was in the original 1913 Villa Odak part of the hotel, and our room on the top floor had magnificent views of the Adriatic, Lokrum Island and Dubrovnik Old Town. The room, although not large, was stylish and comfortable with a good sized marble clad bathroom with a bath and separate large shower, and with a balcony from which we enjoyed watching the sun set over Dubrovnik Old Town. Our rate included breakfast which was very good with a wide range of hot and cold food, and with seating both indoors or on the terrace with great views. We particularly enjoyed the Abakus Piano Bar which had a wonderful comfortably furnished terrace, again with magnificent views toward Lokrum Island and Dubrovnik Old Town, and which served a great choice of drinks and casual food. We did intend to dine in the Prora Beach Restaurant, but during our stay it was closed in the evenings due to weather and sea conditions. The hotel has a large indoor pool, with jacuzzis and saunas, and a sea level terrace from which you can relax in the sun or jump directly into the warm (in September) Adriatic Sea. What we really appreciated was the warmth and helpfulness of all of the staff we encountered, who really made us feel valued as guests. In particular, Ivo and his Front Office staff were very helpful throughout our stay, as was the Concierge Rafaela who arranged restaurant reservations for us and gave us a lot advice about what to see and do in the Dubrovnik area. Special mention to Ivan, Katia and Zeliko in the Abakus Bar who provided a really great and friendly service, as did Pavo and Tibor on the sea level terrace and our maid Ana, who was always very friendly and attentive and ensured that our room was made up whilst we were having breakfast. Overall the Excelsior provides a wonderful base for an enjoyable stay in Dubrovnik and we certainly intend to visit again in the future.

In early September, my husband and I stay here for 2 nights, our first stop on a 10 day trip through Croatia. It was a great place to land after the overnight flight from New York. Upon arrival, we hardly wanted to rest after taking in the view and taking a peek at the spa. How can one nap when there is so much to enjoy? Hotel Excelsior Dubrovnik is located perfectly - outside of the busy walled city and just a short walk to everything you want to see and do. Our room, a one bedroom suite with sea view, was so comfortable and well appointed. The breakfast is wonderful - too many delicious options. The included spa amenities, a huge indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, etc, was a great way to start the day. There is also direct and easy access to the sea. In September the water was perfectly warm. The staff was friendly and helpful. Check-in and check-out were efficient. We had an airport pick up and a transfer to the ferry terminal - both on time and easy. While in Dubrovnik, we ate at Ezza Steak & Cocktail and Rudjer, both wonderful. After dinner, we strolled back to the hotel, and enjoyed the bar and outdoor lounge with views of the stars, sea and the walled city.

My husband and I just visited this beautiful hotel and had a wonderful experience. The personnel are very attentive to all your needs and go beyond the ordinary to help. We found the concierge Ivana and Marko especially helpful with locating our lost luggage at the airport and following up with it until it was found and placed into our room. They were excellent with helping us with directions and offering suggestions with places to visit. It cannot go without mentioning the lovely Paula who served us breakfast each morning with a big smile and greeting. What a wonderful way to start our day in paradise of Dubrovnik. We will always remember what caring people we encountered while vacationing at Hotel Excelsior and hope to return.