Apartment Dorica – One Bedroom with Terrace

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Apartment Dorica? It’s actually in Lapad, which honestly might be the best-kept secret for staying in Dubrovnik. I mean, everyone obsesses over being right in Old Town, but then you’re dealing with cruise ship crowds and those narrow stone streets that echo with rolling suitcases at all hours. Lapad’s got this residential vibe that feels like you’re living in Dubrovnik rather than just visiting it.

The apartment itself is properly spacious for a one-bedroom – none of that cramped European hotel room business where you’re bumping into furniture. But really, it’s all about that terrace. I spent my mornings out there with coffee, watching the neighborhood wake up, and honestly? It’s where you’ll end up spending most of your time. The evening light hits just right, and you can actually hear the Adriatic in the distance without the constant hum of tourist chatter. The whole setup feels thoughtfully put together – someone clearly cares about this place rather than just churning through booking turnover.

What I really appreciated was how walkable everything is from here. There’s a proper grocery store maybe five minutes away (not just some overpriced tourist mini-mart), and the bus into Old Town runs frequently – though I actually ended up walking the coastal path more often because it’s genuinely beautiful and takes about the same time. The Lapad beaches are right there too, which locals use, so you get that authentic slice of Croatian life. Parking was surprisingly manageable, which anyone who’s driven in Dubrovnik will tell you is basically a miracle. The check-in was smooth, though I’d recommend confirming arrival times since it’s not a big hotel operation. One small thing – the Wi-Fi was solid, but the hot water took a minute to get going in the mornings. Nothing dramatic, just worth mentioning if you’re the type who needs immediate scalding showers. Overall, it’s the kind of place where you feel like you’ve found something special that the guidebooks haven’t totally ruined yet.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $127. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2

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