Dubrovnik, Croatia
First Impressions Walking up to Apartment Marghareta, you immediately get that feeling you've stumbled onto something special.
Walking up to Apartment Marghareta, you immediately get that feeling you’ve stumbled onto something special. It’s tucked away on Od gaja street — honestly, one of those quiet residential roads that most tourists never discover. The building has that understated Croatian charm, and when you step inside, there’s this sense of calm that’s pretty rare to find in Dubrovnik during peak season. I mean, you’re still close enough to hear the buzz of the old town, but far enough away that you can actually relax.
Here’s what I love about this four-star spot — it’s got that perfect balance of being accessible without being touristy. You’re about a 10-minute walk to Dubrovnik’s old town walls, which sounds like nothing until you realize how many places make you trek 20-30 minutes uphill in the heat. The neighborhood itself feels authentically Croatian, with local cafes and small shops where you’ll hear more Croatian than English. Plus, having private parking on-site is actually a game-changer if you’re driving — trust me, finding parking in Dubrovnik can be a nightmare otherwise.
What strikes you about Apartment Marghareta is how thoughtfully everything’s been set up. The space feels more like staying at a well-traveled friend’s place than a typical hotel room. There’s proper kitchen equipment if you want to grab fresh ingredients from the local market, and the living areas are arranged so you can spread out and actually live a bit. The decor walks that fine line between modern comfort and local character — you know, contemporary furnishings but with touches that remind you you’re in Croatia, not some generic international chain.
I can see why this place gets such high marks from couples — there’s something inherently romantic about having your own private space in a city as stunning as Dubrovnik. The apartment setup means you can have morning coffee on your own terms, maybe pick up some local wine and cheese for an evening in. It’s intimate without being cramped, and quiet enough that you can have actual conversations without competing with hallway noise or thin walls. The fact that recent guests rated the location 8.7 out of 10 tells you something — people genuinely appreciate being able to step away from the crowds when they want to.
What really sets Apartment Marghareta apart is that perfect 10 rating, which honestly doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the kind of place where small details matter — reliable wifi, good water pressure, and hosts who actually care about your experience. The combination of being in a residential area but still walkable to major sights means you get the best of both worlds. You can explore Dubrovnik’s incredible history during the day, then come back to a space that feels like home rather than just another hotel room. For couples especially, it offers that rare thing in popular destinations — genuine privacy and comfort without sacrificing location.
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Choose from 1 room types
| Room | Type | Beds | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment with Sea View | Max persons: 4 | 1 large double bed, 1 single bed, 1 sofa bed | From $192 /night |
the apartmen size and location were perfect for our trip
the pool area was excellent and great for the lazy mornings as we planned our day
What could be improved: nothing the place was perfect
L'emplacement, la Piscine et la propriétaire très gentille et disponible
Hostess Anita is absolutely amazing. Room was spacious enough for bigger family. Pool was also nice.
Great hosts, very helpful with the booking and whilst at property. Good location with approx 20min walk into old town. Lovely apartment and having the pool a real bonus.
What could be improved: Nothing about the host or apartment but be aware area / old town is quite hilly / steps etc so be ready for that.
Hartelijke ontvangst door de host. Kregen meteen heel veel tips en konden alles aan haar vragen. En kwam regelmatig even vragen of alles goed was. Heerlijk zwembad en heerlijk plekje in de tuin om te eten en te bbq-en. En de airco in het appartement was echt nodig, dus heel fijn.
What could be improved: Enige nadeel was dat ons appartement op de eerste verdieping lag (met trap zonder goed hek - nadeel met kleinere kinderen) en je dus vaak op en neer liep naar het terras.
Excellent host. Very helpful with all kinds of arrangements. Beautiful garden and view. Comportable pool area.
What could be improved: A bit small apartment for 4 adults. Acceptable walking distance to the old town (20 min) but a bit heavy going up all the stairs back home.
A very clean, spacious and comfortable apartment with a lovely host.
Asunnon vuokraaja oli todella ystävällinen ja avulias. Kävelyetäisyys vanhaan kaupunkiin ja rannalle. Uberillä helppo ja edullista liikkua. Ruokakauppa lähellä ja pzzeria, muuten ravintolat olivat kauempana. Uima-allas oli siisti ja vesi lämmintä.
We liked having secure parking and the overall size of the property and facilities within it. The host was nice and helpful.
What could be improved: This is so difficult to answer. If you came as a party of 4 or 5 it would feel like good value for money. However we came as a couple and were restricted to properties where we needed secure parking (which we got). Value wise though for two people it seemed very expensive, particularly compared to all the other properties we stayed in Croatia that also had secure parking. We understand we were paying for the fact that it could house 4 people but it ended up feeling like it was not worth it. We were seduced by the pool photos and expected to relax and spend time there. However there are a couple of things to bear in mind: firstly there is another property let out below and whilst in theory both properties have access to the pool, in practice those in the property downstairs use the covered area as it is more easily accessed by them and is next to their outside dining area. The people upstairs where we were will rarely have access to that area as it feels as if you are going in to the downstairs private space; secondly the pool is not nearly as big as it looks on the photos and I could only manage 5 strokes before turning round, my husband’s knees touched the floor. Don’t go there for the pool.
Sorry to Anita, you are lovely, but it is pricey and we expected the best for that.
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