Just a step to the Old city gates

Hotel Description

You know what? The name “Just a step to the Old city gates” isn’t some marketing exaggeration – I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from the Ploče Gate. When I first spotted this place on Ulica uz Tabor, I almost walked past it thinking it was just another residential building. It’s tucked into this quiet side street where locals actually live, which honestly makes it feel more authentic than those glossy hotels right on Stradun where you’re paying triple for the same distance to everything that matters.

The building itself has that lived-in Croatian charm – you know, the kind where the stone walls have actual stories and the shutters look like they’ve weathered a few Mediterranean storms. Inside, it’s clean and straightforward without trying too hard to impress. The rooms are exactly what you’d expect from a solid 3-star place – comfortable beds, decent bathrooms, and windows that actually open (thank god, because AC in these old buildings can be hit or miss). What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night. Yeah, you’ll hear the occasional late-night reveler stumbling back from the Old Town, but it’s nothing like the constant noise you get closer to the main drag.

The location though – that’s where this place really shines. You’re in Ploče, which locals know is the sweet spot for staying in Dubrovnik. Close enough to duck into the Old Town whenever you want, but far enough that you’re not drowning in cruise ship crowds every morning. There’s a little market just around the corner where you can grab fresh bread and coffee without the tourist markup, and honestly, walking back up this street after a long day of sightseeing feels like coming home rather than returning to some impersonal hotel corridor. The walk to the city walls takes about five minutes, maybe seven if you’re moving slow after too much Croatian wine. And here’s something most people don’t think about – you’re actually positioned perfectly for those early morning or sunset photos of the walls without the masses of people. The 7.6 rating feels about right; it’s not going to blow your mind, but it does exactly what it promises without any nasty surprises. If you’re the type who wants to experience Dubrovnik like someone who actually lives here rather than just passing through, this little spot gets it right.

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• Estimated price from: $83. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 single bed for Max persons: 2

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