SB Apartment No 3

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed in a lot of places around Dubrovnik over the years, and SB Apartment No 3 on Korčulanska ulica is honestly one of those finds that makes you want to keep it secret. You know that feeling when you discover something great and you’re almost reluctant to share it? That’s this place.

First thing you notice when you arrive in Lapad – and I mean this in the best way – is how refreshingly normal it feels compared to the tourist circus in Old Town. Don’t get me wrong, the historic center is stunning, but try finding a decent meal there for under 20 euros. Lapad peninsula is where actual Dubrovnik residents live, and Korčulanska ulica sits right in this sweet spot where you’re close enough to walk to the bay beaches (seriously, maybe 8-10 minutes to some gorgeous pebble shores) but far enough from the main drag that you won’t hear drunk tourists stumbling home at 2 AM. The apartment itself – well, it’s got that 9.5 rating for a reason. Everything just works the way it should, which honestly feels like a minor miracle sometimes when you’re dealing with vacation rentals. The place has this lived-in comfort that makes you feel like you’re staying at a friend’s place rather than some sterile hotel room. I mean, there’s actual thought put into the setup – good lighting where you need it, plenty of outlets (thank god), and a kitchen that’s actually equipped for cooking real meals, not just heating up leftovers.

What really sold me on this spot was the location’s practicality. You’ve got the local bus that’ll get you to Old Town in maybe 15 minutes, but more importantly, you’re walking distance to Gruž market – that’s where you want to go for fresh produce and to see how locals actually shop. The neighborhood has this authentic Croatian residential vibe, complete with elderly ladies hanging laundry on balconies and kids playing football in the side streets. It’s the kind of place where you’ll actually hear Croatian being spoken more than English or German, which is getting rarer in Dubrovnik these days. Parking isn’t a nightmare here either, which anyone who’s tried to drive in Old Town will appreciate. The whole area stays pretty quiet in the evenings – you’ll hear the occasional scooter or maybe some neighbors chatting on their balconies, but nothing that’ll keep you awake. And honestly, after spending days walking those polished limestone streets dodging cruise ship crowds, coming back to this peaceful corner of Lapad feels like exhaling after holding your breath all day.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $106. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Great stay – Kate from Australia – 6 July 2025 (10/10)

  Owner helpful
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Exceptional – Debra from Canada – 22 June 2025 (10/10)

  Great location. Clean and comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: All great.

• Excellent hospitality, with comfortable lodging – Maarten from Belgium – 17 June 2025 (8/10)

  Exceptional hospitality. The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. Access to the old town is very easy via bus, taxi or by foot (20 min).
  There are a couple of decent restaurants in the neighbourhood, and very quick access to a mini market.
  
  What could be improved: Sadly there was no direct view of the sea.

• Exceptional – Veronika from Slovakia – 16 May 2025 (10/10)

  The hosts are amazing, making our stay even more enjoyable. The apartment is well located, there are smaller beaches nearby, the bigger ones around 20-30 minutes walking. There is everything a person may need for a comfortable stay in the apartment and to was very clean. All for a good price -at the same price, there were rooms with a shared bathroom. We couldn’t recommend the apartment more.

• Exceptional – Koivusalo from Finland – 13 April 2025 (10/10)

  Great host! Everything went as expected
  
  (Small note, kitchen knifes should be sharpened)

• Lovely break in Dubrovnick – Paul from United Kingdom – 17 October 2024 (10/10)

  Great apartment, fantastic hosts nothing was too much trouble highly recommend

• Great find – Alison from United Kingdom – 6 August 2024 (10/10)

  Great apartment stocked with everything you need and even extras. Air con is in main room not bedroom but it all worked brilliantly and we had very good sleep there. Host was lovely and very communicative with messages. Location was easy to find with taxi and about a twenty minute walk to the old town.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Exceptional – Harry from United Kingdom – 12 July 2024 (10/10)

  Sanja was so helpful and welcoming, the property is right next to the beach and not too far from the Old Town. The walk to the old town is also beautiful

• City Break – Zbigniew from United Kingdom – 7 April 2024 (10/10)

  Good location, clean, spacious, quiet. Helpful and welcoming host. Walking distance to Old Town and busses available.
  
  What could be improved: Everything ok.

• Exceptional – Edon from Montenegro – 24 September 2023 (10/10)

  everything
  
  What could be improved: /

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