

Hotel Description
You know what caught me off guard about Apartment Dubrovnik Surprise? The name actually makes sense once you’re there. I mean, you’re walking down Od svetog Mihajla street in Lapad – which honestly feels more like a residential neighborhood than touristy Dubrovnik – and suddenly there’s this gem of a place that’s way better than you’d expect from the unassuming entrance.
The location is actually pretty clever if you think about it. Lapad peninsula is where locals go to escape the Old Town crowds, and you’re close enough to Lapad Bay that you can hear the gentle lapping of waves on quiet evenings. There’s this lovely walking path along the coast that tourists somehow miss, probably because they’re all cramming into the city walls. The apartment itself has that authentic Croatian feel – none of that sterile hotel chain stuff. The owners clearly put thought into the details, like the little touches in the kitchen that actually make you want to cook (rare in vacation rentals, honestly). And the 8.8 rating? I get it. It’s not trying to be fancy, but everything works the way it should.
What really sold me was the practicality of it all. Parking isn’t the nightmare it is in the Old Town – there’s actually space for your car without paying tourist prices. The buses to Pile Gate run regularly, so you’re maybe fifteen minutes from all the Game of Thrones spots and historic sites when you want them, but you can retreat to this quieter corner when the crowds get overwhelming. I stayed during peak season and while the Old Town was absolutely packed, coming back to Lapad felt like exhaling. The neighborhood has this lived-in quality – you’ll see locals walking their dogs, small grocery stores that aren’t tourist traps, and cafes where you can actually sit without fighting for a table. It’s the kind of place where you start to feel like you’re living in Dubrovnik rather than just visiting it. For a 3-star place, it punches above its weight, and honestly, after walking around the city walls in July heat, all you really want is somewhere comfortable to crash that doesn’t cost a fortune and gives you space to spread out.
Rooms
- Estimated price from: $130. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2


SURROUNDINGS
What’s nearby:
- Pile Gate: 2.5 km
- Lovrijenac: 2.5 km
- Gradac Park: 2.3 km
- Kula Minčeta: 2.6 km
- Minceta Tower: 2.6 km
- Fort Lovrijenac: 2.3 km
- Dubrovnik Bridge: 2.6 km
- Onofrio’s Fountain: 2.6 km
- Walls of Dubrovnik: 2.6 km
- Love Stories Museum: 2.4 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Cafe/bar Caffe Bar D’El: 250 m
- Restaurant Taverna Otto: 250 m
Top attractions:
- Buza Gate: 2.9 km
- Ploce Gate: 2.9 km
- Sponza Palace: 2.8 km
- Orlando Column: 2.8 km
- Porporela jetty: 3.2 km
- Rector’s Palace: 2.9 km
- Revelin Fortress: 3.1 km
- Dubrovnik Maritime Museum: 3.1 km
- Museum of Modern Art Dubrovnik: 3.5 km
- Museum of Croatian War of Independence: 4.5 km
Natural beauty:
- Mountain Mount Srd: 4.4 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Lozica Beach: 5 km
- Beach Šulić: 2.3 km
- Bellevue Beach: 1.1 km
- Lapad Bay Beach: 1.2 km
- Copacabana Beach: 2.4 km
Public transport:
- Bus Dubrovnik Main Bus Station: 1.7 km
Closest airports:
- Tivat Airport: 72 km
- Dubrovnik Airport: 19 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Minimarket on site
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities:
- Beach
- Darts
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous:
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
Room Amenities:
- Sofa bed
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Private entrance
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
Languages spoken:
- English
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- TV
Reception services:
- Private check-in/check-out
- Express check-in/check-out
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Bath
- Pets allowed
- Washing machine
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beach
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
- Detached
Other for your stay:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet


Rules
Pets:
- Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:00 to 22:00
- You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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