Dubrovnik, Croatia
First Impressions Walking up to Apartment Rose 1, you immediately get that feeling you've found something special.
Walking up to Apartment Rose 1, you immediately get that feeling you’ve found something special. This four-star property sits right in Ploče, which honestly is one of those neighborhoods where you feel like you’re living in Dubrovnik rather than just visiting it. The building itself has that understated Croatian elegance — nothing flashy, but you can tell it’s been thoughtfully maintained. I mean, when couples are rating the location 9.7 out of 10, you know you’re onto something good.
Here’s what I love about staying in Ploče — you’re actually in what locals consider the top-rated area of Dubrovnik, but it doesn’t feel touristy at all. You can walk to the Old Town walls in about ten minutes, but you’re far enough away that you won’t hear the cruise ship crowds at dawn. The neighborhood has this residential vibe where you’ll see Croatian families going about their daily routines, which honestly makes the whole experience feel more authentic. There’s a small market nearby where you can grab fresh produce, and the coastal path is right there if you want to escape the city buzz entirely.
What strikes me about Apartment Rose 1 is how it manages to feel both homey and upscale at the same time. The space is thoughtfully designed — you know how some vacation rentals feel like someone just threw furniture together? This isn’t that. Everything feels intentional, from the layout to the little touches that make you comfortable. The kitchen is actually functional (not just decorative like in some places), which is perfect if you want to prepare a simple breakfast or store those Croatian wines you’ll inevitably buy. The views depend on which way you’re facing, but honestly, in this part of Dubrovnik, even the “lesser” views are pretty spectacular.
You know what’s refreshing? The apartment actually delivers on the basics really well. The Wi-Fi works properly — and I mean actually works, not that spotty connection you sometimes get in vacation rentals. The air conditioning is effective during those hot Croatian summers, and the bathroom feels modern without being sterile. There’s proper storage space too, which sounds boring but trust me, after living out of a suitcase for a few days, you’ll appreciate having somewhere to actually unpack your clothes.
That 9.6 rating isn’t just a number — it reflects how this place gets the details right. Couples especially seem to connect with the location because it offers that perfect balance of being close to everything while still feeling like your own little corner of the city. You can walk to dinner in the Old Town, but you can also sit on a quiet terrace in the evening without feeling like you’re in the middle of a theme park. It’s the kind of place where you start planning your return visit before you’ve even checked out, which honestly is the best compliment any accommodation can get.
Choose from 1 room types
| Room | Type | Beds | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | Max persons: 2 | 1 double bed, 1 sofa bed | From $223 /night |
Fantastic location, both in terms of walking distance to the old city and the views of the old city and sea. Very clean, spacious, great terrace. Good shower, comfortable bed. Really helpful host.
What could be improved: Nothing for us, but there are quite a lot of steps to the apartment that might be difficult for the elderly or infirm.
This is a very charming family-style apartment with an absolutely stunning terrace. We were absolutely drawn to the photos of the terrace during booking, and the view from there is incredible—looking out over the ancient town nestled below the hillside. The garden is bursting with colorful flowers, making it incredibly beautiful and cozy. The apartment's location is also perfect, just steps away from the cable car station. We caught the shuttle bus from the airport, which dropped us off right here. While there are some stairs to climb, the host was very nice and helped us carry our luggage, for which we’re deeply grateful. Dubrovnik is a small city perched on a hillside, and compared to other staircases in the area, these are relatively gentle in incline.
Excellent location. Very comfortable and well equipped.
The view, the host, location close to the castle, and the AC unit.
What could be improved: Beds were slightly firm for me, my wife slept great though. All personal preference.
The place is spacious and clean. The hostess is very nice. The balcony is large and amazing.
You need to climb a few dozen stairs to reach the property, but in return, you get an amazing view, and it's worth the effort.
Beautiful views and lovely apartment! Very comfortable, air conditioned, and had everything we needed. The host was lovely and gave us lots of recommendations of things to do nearby.
The terrace of this apartment, overlooking the Old Town, is excellent. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. IT's located a few minutes walk from Ploče Gate, it is an ideal base for exploring Dubrovnik. Highly recommended!
What could be improved: As is typical for Dubrovnik, this apartment is located on a street of stairs! Some guests could struggle with the climb ;-) Everything else was just great!
For anyone not afraid of a few stairs, this is a great location. It's close to old town but in a quiet block with GREAT view for all apartments. Perfect for a smaller family or couples.
The hosts are super friendly and helpful. Anything we asked for was solved quickly and we got a lot of good suggestions, and even some homemade cake! We also had some issues with our rental car and they helped out and with both space to stay and helped carrying stuff. In short, a lovely couple.
If we go back to Dubrovnik, we will book this again.
What could be improved: Nothing bad really, but you must be prepared for a few steps. That goes for most of Dubrovnik and coastal Croatia though...
If I'm being picky, I would have appreciated some more kitchenware.
Everything! The couple that hosted us was so sweet and nice. The view was amazing, few minutes walk from the old town. The balcony was so nice. It was really relaxing.
Super view, super clean, super hostess!
Very close by the old town
Highly recommended !
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