Santo Rocco

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Santo Rocco? Walking up to this place on Dropčeva ulica, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star spot right in Old Town – I mean, most hotels inside the walls are either crazy expensive or kind of run-down tourist traps. But this little gem actually gets it right in ways that matter.

The thing is, being literally steps from Stradun means you’re in the thick of everything, but here’s what most people don’t realize about this particular street – it’s just far enough off the main drag that you don’t get the constant stream of cruise ship crowds walking past your window at 6 AM. I stayed here in July (yeah, I know, peak season madness) and while the main square was absolutely packed during the day, Dropčeva stays surprisingly quiet once the sun goes down. The staff – and this is where Santo Rocco really shines – they’re locals who actually know the city. When I asked about avoiding the tourist restaurant traps, the guy at the front desk didn’t just hand me a generic map. He sketched out a route to this tiny konoba near Pile Gate where locals eat, told me exactly when to hit the city walls to avoid the worst crowds (early morning or late afternoon, trust me on this), and even warned me that the laundromat around the corner closes for siesta – stuff you’d never think to ask about but definitely need to know.

Look, it’s not fancy – the rooms are clean and comfortable but you’re not getting marble bathrooms or whatever. What you are getting is that rare thing in Dubrovnik: genuine value inside the medieval walls. The building itself has character (those thick stone walls keep things cool even in summer heat), and honestly, when you’re spending most of your time exploring the city anyway, you just need a solid home base. The WiFi actually works, which is more than I can say for some pricier places I’ve stayed in Croatia, and there’s something refreshing about a hotel that doesn’t try to be something it’s not. Plus – and this is huge if you’re planning to explore beyond Dubrovnik – they can arrange day trips to the islands or even Montenegro, and their recommendations tend to be spot-on rather than just whoever pays them the biggest commission. I ended up taking a half-day trip to Lokrum Island based on their suggestion, and it was honestly the highlight of my whole trip. Sometimes the best travel experiences come from places that focus on doing the basics really well rather than trying to impress you with unnecessary bells and whistles.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $177. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• You will not regret it! – Jonathan from Spain – 25 June 2025 (10/10)

  Tonka is a super-host! She was taking care of every detail to make us feel like at home. Easy check in/check out process. Location is unbeatable, 2 mins to the main street but very quiet. The apartment is brand new, 100% confortable, really clean, full of amenities. Wifi, smart TV, full kitchen, full bathroom and a big comfortable bed… Everything you need to have a great stay in Dubrovnik!

• We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The apartment was super clean and cozy and had everything we needed – bathroom and kitch – Fiat from New Zealand – 30 April 2025 (10/10)

  Cooking facilities, aircon, bathroom amenities, walking distance to main attractions within the wall and to the beach!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Exceptional stay – Morkūnaitė from Lithuania – 29 April 2025 (10/10)

  The place was well-equipped, it has everything you could possibly need (tea, coffee, kitchen necessities, hygiene essentials and etc). The bed is extremely comfortable! The location is perfect for all demands – it is in the Old Town, easy to find, there’s restaurants and party places nearby.
  
  What could be improved: Everything is well thought out

• Super appartement – Mariana from France – 7 July 2025 (9/10)

  L'emplecement en plein vielle ville.
  Appartement fait a neuf
  Lit confortable
  Netflix a disposition
  The, sucre a disposition
  Produits de toilettes laissé par les anciens passagers et a votre disposition (shampoing, démêlant, gel douche, cotons, tampons, fil dentaire).
  
  What could be improved: Les marches tres hautes qu'on doit monter et descendre pour acceder a l'appartement depuis les portes d'acces a la vieille ville. Les transports en commun et taxis vous laissent devant la porte de la muraille. Les voitures ne rentrent pas dans la vieille ville.
  Pas apte pour des voyagers âgés ou avec grands valises. Venez avec une petite valise cabine, pas plus.
  Un rideau occultant serait apprécie pour la petite fenêtre donnant sur rue et qui te reveille a 5 AM
  La lumière solaire de l'entre qui est cense de s'allumer le soir ne marche pas et sa dificulte l'aperture de la keybox.

• Magnífico apartamento con ubicación excelente – Lidia from Spain – 28 June 2025 (10/10)

  La ubicación era excelente y la comodidad de la cama
  
  What could be improved: Nada

• Exceptional – Aydillo from Spain – 13 May 2025 (10/10)

  extancia muy buena. contesta rapido a mis preguntas. Estaba todo muy limpio, tenia la habitacion llena de detalles; cafetera, desmaquillante, botiquin. Ademas de estar al lado de la calle principal de Duborvnik.
  
  Very pleasant stay. Quick answers to my questions. Everything was very clean, and the room was full of thoughtful touches: a coffee maker, makeup remover, and a first-aid kit. Plus, it's right next to Duborvnik's main street.

• Exceptional – Sandra from Argentina – 3 May 2025 (10/10)

  Superrecomendable. Es lindo, bien ubicado, nuevo, tiene de todo . Limpio
  
  What could be improved: Me encanto todo

• Exceptional – Filip from Poland – 24 April 2025 (10/10)

  Świetna lokalizacja . Dobry i szybki kontakt z właścicielem. Apartament jest czysty, posiadał wszystko czego potrzebowaliśmy .
  
  Godny polecenia.

• Exceptional – Joanna from New Zealand – 1 July 2025 (10/10)

• Good – Zoran from Croatia – 7 July 2025 (7/10)

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