Dubrovnik, Croatia
First Impressions When I first pulled up to Dubrovnik Apartments Lele, I'll be honest — I wasn't expecting much from what looked like a modest residential building in Lapad.
When I first pulled up to Dubrovnik Apartments Lele, I’ll be honest — I wasn’t expecting much from what looked like a modest residential building in Lapad. But you know what they say about judging books by their covers. This four-star property turned out to be one of those hidden gems that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something special. The fact that there’s actually free parking (a genuine miracle in Dubrovnik) immediately put me in a good mood, and the warm welcome from the hosts sealed the deal.
Lapad is honestly one of the best-kept secrets for staying in Dubrovnik — close enough to everything that matters, but far enough from the cruise ship crowds that descend on the Old Town daily. From Dubrovnik Apartments Lele, you’re about a 15-minute bus ride to the historic center, which means you can easily explore Dubrovnik’s famous walls and limestone streets during the day, then retreat to this peaceful residential area in the evening. The neighborhood has that authentic Croatian feel with local cafes and small shops, plus you’re walking distance to some lovely beaches along the Lapad peninsula.
These aren’t your typical cramped hotel rooms — I mean, they’re proper apartments with kitchens, living areas, and enough space to actually unpack your suitcase. The decor strikes that perfect balance between modern comfort and Croatian charm, with clean lines and thoughtful touches that show someone actually cares about the guest experience. What really impressed me was the attention to detail — good wifi, air conditioning that actually works, and kitchens stocked with everything you need if you want to prepare a simple meal with fresh ingredients from the local market.
The hosts here genuinely seem to understand what travelers need, which explains that incredible 9.8 rating. They’re the kind of people who’ll give you insider tips about which restaurants locals actually eat at, or the best time to visit certain attractions to avoid crowds. The apartments are impeccably maintained — I’ve stayed in upscale hotels that weren’t as clean or well-organized as this place. Plus, having that free parking means you can easily explore the stunning Dalmatian coast by car, something that’s nearly impossible if you’re staying in the Old Town.
There’s something refreshing about a place that consistently delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense. Couples especially seem to appreciate the romantic potential here — you can cook dinner together using fresh seafood from the market, then take evening walks along the nearby coastline. The combination of space, location, and genuine hospitality creates that rare travel experience where you feel like you’re living in Dubrovnik rather than just visiting it. When you’re paying Old Town prices elsewhere for a tiny room with no parking, this place starts to look like the smartest decision you’ll make for your Croatian adventure.
Choose from 2 room types
| Room | Type | Beds | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment with Terrace | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed | From $158 /night |
| Apartment with Balcony | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed, 1 sofa bed | From $158 /night |
Jelka's hospitality is enormous. She went the extra mile and little further to make sure we had a great holiday. The apartment was very nice and clean, with all facilities present. Situated at short strawl from restaurants and the beach. Bus to the old town takes about 15 minutes with busstop 5 minutes walk from the appartement.
Labai gražus butas su visa buitine technika, indaplove, skalbimo mašina , ir visais būtiniausiais indais. Taip pat yra terasa, kurioje smagu valgyti pusryčius arba pavakaroti. Miegamajame labai patogios lovos. Kai atvykome mus pasitiko šeimininkė Lele , ji pavaišino blyneliais ir šaltais gėrimais, sultys, alus , vanduo :). Virtuvėje viskas buvo maisto ruošimui : druska, alyvuogių aliejus, prieskoniai, balzamiko actas. Lele mums suteikė daug išsamios informacijos apie viešnagę, kur autobusų sustojimas, kokias salas aplankyti ir t.t. Prie pat namų yra parduotuvė ir restoranas, tolėliau prekybos centras. Viskas vietoje. Autobusų sustojimas vos 5 min. Mums išvykstant suorganizavo transportą į oro uostą. Tokios paslaugios šeimininkės nebuvome sutikę, ačiū Jums :) Rekomenduoju šią vietą :)
What could be improved: Nieko
Simpatia e hospitalidade da proprietária. A localização é excelente, zona calma, perto de praia e com transportes públicos ao pé.
Property has a good place and you shouldn’t worry about climb up and down. It has a shop in 15 meters. Also, bus station close to the apartment.
The host Lele was wonderful and we thank her for her hospitality! She organised an Uber for us from the airport and met us with home-made pancakes and then made extra again as my children ate them all! The property is on Lapad, a 2 minute walk from the bus stop that takes you to the Old Town. A lovely restaurant is next door and the local supermarket a 5 minute walk away.
She supplied us with beach towels so that we didn’t need to use our own.
The property was very clean and spacious. Cold water supplied in the fridge with condiments in the kitchen so that we did not have to buy our own. Beds weee comfortable and bathroom and laundry were quite modern. An excellent place to stay - highly recommend!
What could be improved: Nothing. Was excellent!
September is a beautiful time to be in Dubrovnik! It’s pretty mild , the weather is pleasant and sunny , less crowded because most of the Summer tourists have left.. We’d enjoyable and relaxing family time with a peaceful , romantic charm to the city . Great location: close to the beaches, close to the port , close to the Old Town . Variety of restaurants and food, grocery stores , excursions .
I would like to express my gratitude to Lele the owner of the apartment. She is absolutely amazing lady! Easy to reach, easy to communicate!
Thank you so much ! It was great time! ❤️🌞
The host came and met us outside of the apartment building with a bright happy smile 😁, she made us homemade plum jam pancakes and let us sample some local made ginger brandy which was amazing. We couldn’t of asked for a better stay in Dubrovnik and it was made 100x better due to our host lele. She went above and beyond for us as it was our first time here in Dubrovnik, showed us all the best spots for food and drink plus all relevant information about trips/prices of things to do. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PROPERTY
What could be improved: Nothing it was perfect
Best host ever. Lele greeted us warmly, showed us the apartment and even left us some home made cake and some beer and water in the fridge. The apartment had everything you needed along with a lovely large terrace which even had a little BBQ. The location was 10/10. Short stroll from the main road of lapad where you could also get the bus to the old town. Uber was only €5 also into old town. Very quiet and walking distance to multiple beaches and shops. Definitely recommend and will be back if we visit Dubrovnik again.
The host lady welcomed very warmly, gave us good recommendations and was very attentive in her communication. Apt very clean, fully equipped, good location.
property was very clean, host was welcoming, helpful with recommendations and very personable. provided cold beers and baked cake on arrival. kitchenette had spices and good array of utensils
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