Dubrovnik, Croatia
First Impressions Walking up to Dubrovnik Fantasy Apartments, you immediately sense you've found something special in this four-star property.
Walking up to Dubrovnik Fantasy Apartments, you immediately sense you’ve found something special in this four-star property. The building sits perfectly positioned in what locals know is genuinely the best part of Dubrovnik — not just tourist marketing speak, but actually where you want to be. I mean, there’s a reason couples consistently rate the location so highly, and once you’re here, it becomes obvious why this spot earned such impressive scores from previous guests.
Here’s what you need to know about Izvijačica 8 — it’s that sweet spot where you’re close enough to everything that matters but far enough from the cruise ship crowds that descend on the main tourist areas. You can actually walk to the Old Town without breaking a sweat, but when you come back in the evening, there’s this lovely sense of retreating to a more residential, authentic part of Dubrovnik. The neighborhood has that lived-in Croatian charm where you’ll pass locals heading to the market, not just other tourists with cameras.
What struck me most about staying here was how these apartments feel like actual homes rather than sterile hotel rooms. The spaces are thoughtfully designed with that refined Croatian aesthetic — clean lines, quality furnishings, but nothing overly flashy or trying too hard. You get proper kitchen facilities, which honestly makes such a difference when you want to grab fresh produce from the local markets or just make coffee exactly how you like it. The attention to detail shows in small things like having enough electrical outlets and decent water pressure — stuff that matters when you’re actually living in the space for a few days.
The apartments strike that perfect balance between having everything you need without feeling cluttered. Air conditioning works properly (crucial in summer), Wi-Fi is reliable, and there’s enough storage space that you’re not living out of your suitcase. What I appreciated was how quiet it gets at night — you’re in the city but the building’s position means you actually get proper rest. The bathrooms are modern and well-maintained, with good lighting for getting ready, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many places get this wrong.
Look, the 9.5 rating isn’t an accident — this place delivers on the fundamentals while giving you that authentic Dubrovnik experience. You’re staying in a neighborhood where Croatian families actually live, shopping at the same small stores, walking the same quiet streets in the early morning. But you’re also just minutes from the Stradun and all the historic sites you came to see. It’s that rare combination of feeling like a local while still being perfectly positioned as a visitor. For couples especially, there’s something romantic about having your own little Croatian apartment to come home to after long days exploring the city walls and coastal paths.
Dubrovnik’s apartments welcome families with shaded terraces, laundry nooks, and quick access to Banje Beach paddle boards.
Choose from 3 room types
| Room | Type | Beds | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment with Sea and City View | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed | From $187 /night |
| One Bedroom Apartment | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed | From $187 /night |
| Superior Studio Apartment with Sea View | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed | From $187 /night |
Location, the owner and corresponding ease.
The unit was perfect with a beautiful view.
What could be improved: Lots of stairs for carrying luggage.
The apartment was just as expected for my stay modern clean very relaxing comfy bed for good night sleep
What could be improved: Nothing really although numerous steps to walk to and from may put less energetic people off
Perfect location, clean, wonderful agent, and owner.
Location
What could be improved: Maybe, the mattress could be harder, but this is a matter of taste
We recently stayed at this apartment and thoroughly enjoyed our time here. The facilities inside the apartment are perfect and it has absolutely everything you would need. The room was spotless. When meeting the owner for check in to access the property we were met with a lovely welcoming attitude which made us feel right at home. Communication is perfect. The apartment feels very safe. The view in the morning over the fort and city walls is beautiful. We loved absolutely everything about this little gem of an apartment and were sad to leave to head home. The property is a credit to the owners who are doing a wonderful job with it. Thank you again for a lovely stay😊
What could be improved: Not an issue for us during our stay, but just a heads up there is a fair bit of stairs to access the accommodation so someone with mobility issues may find it unsuitable. Other than that it is worth the few extra steps back up at night
Great apartment. All the modern conveniences included. Great location and friendly host.
It was very close to the Old Town and the unit itself is clean and has a comfortable living space. It is well maintained and I just really loved it there!
The hotel was located near Pile Gate. We dropped our rental car at Rixos and took a very short bus ride to Pile Gate. We took the walking path at the north boundary of the parking lot behind Wine Museum to turn right onto the second alley. It was 133 steps up to the apartment building and our room was 22 steps up again from the entrance. Detailed instructions were provided and the host was waiting for us to greet us and showed us the room amenities. We knew the stairs involved but still challenging exercise to climb with my and wife’s luggage. Then we opened the window to unbeatable view of the walled city and the fortress with backdrop of turquoise ocean. It was worth the sweat. The room was very quiet and we walked from/ to the apartment after sunset with no safety concerns. Everything was modern and convenient. Bed was firm and comfortable. Coffee maker and tea maker were available and so were utensils. Although we didn’t use, a washing machine was inside the bathroom. We dined at Gradska Kavana Arsenal and Dubravka 1836 operated by the same ownership with same excellent menu (10% discount card for the second visit) and Kopun Restaurant. The latest checkout time was 10:00 am but the host was so kind to allow us to leave luggage inside the room till 2:00 pm after 10:00 checkout. She waited for us till then. It was very nice of her.
Central to everything in Dubrovnik without the steps! Clean, modern and exceptional staff. Not much more you could ask for! Will be booking again!
Close to old city.and beaches.Wehad the best time. The steps are a challenge but that’s Dubrovnik Easy walk to restaurants.
What could be improved: N/A
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