Dubrovnik, Croatia
First Impressions Walking up to Villa Boro 4 on Ulica Petra Svačića, you immediately get that feeling of discovering something special tucked away from the tourist crowds.
Walking up to Villa Boro 4 on Ulica Petra Svačića, you immediately get that feeling of discovering something special tucked away from the tourist crowds. This four-star property sits in a residential area that feels authentically Croatian — you know, where locals actually live and go about their daily routines. The building itself has that Mediterranean charm without being overly polished, and honestly, that’s exactly what I was hoping for in Dubrovnik. There’s something refreshing about a place that doesn’t try too hard to impress but just naturally does.
Here’s what I really appreciated about the location — you’re close enough to Old Town that it’s totally walkable (maybe 15-20 minutes depending on your pace), but far enough away that you escape the cruise ship chaos. The street is quiet, lined with local houses and small apartments, which means you actually get to sleep at night. What really sold me was the free private parking on site — I mean, if you’ve ever tried to park in Dubrovnik’s city center, you’ll understand why this is basically gold. Couples seem to particularly love this spot, and I can see why; it’s got that romantic, residential vibe without being isolated.
The rooms at Villa Boro 4 strike that perfect balance between comfort and character. Everything feels clean and well-maintained, but there’s a personal touch that you just don’t get at the big chain hotels. The furnishings are thoughtfully chosen — not fancy, but definitely upscale enough for a four-star experience. Air conditioning works perfectly (crucial during those hot Croatian summers), and the Wi-Fi is reliable, which honestly matters more than people admit. You can tell the owners actually care about their guests’ experience rather than just going through the motions.
What I loved most was stepping outside and feeling like I was experiencing real Dubrovnik life. There’s a small grocery store within walking distance where locals do their shopping, and you’ll pass by cafes where people are speaking Croatian rather than posing for Instagram photos. In the evenings, you can hear families having dinner on their terraces — it’s that kind of authentic atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re actually visiting Croatia, not just another tourist destination. The walk into Old Town takes you through some lovely residential streets that most visitors never see.
The 9.6 rating really tells the story here — this place consistently delivers on what it promises without any pretense. It’s the kind of accommodation where you feel like you’re staying at a well-run family property rather than just another hotel room. The combination of that peaceful residential setting, the precious parking situation, and the genuine Croatian hospitality creates something special. You’re getting excellent value for a four-star experience, plus that rare commodity in Dubrovnik — a good night’s sleep and easy access to your car when you want to explore the coast.
Choose from 1 room types
| Room | Type | Beds | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Apartment with Balcony | Max persons: 2 | 1 large double bed | From $146 /night |
Everything! We loved everything! The apartment was exactly as expected. The place is very quiet and chilled and the pool was a lovely touch. Yes there’s lots of steps but if your fit and healthy they’re no problem and good exercise after all the beers!
What could be improved: Nothing!
Spotless with everything you could possibly need, very comfortable . Host super helpful, lovely location easy walk to local bars/restaurants and a 10 min Uber into old town
Tastefully decorated. Beautiful views.
What could be improved: Lots of steps, wasn’t too much of a problem but would be for some! Worth it for the view though!
The apartment seemed new, it was well designed and very clean.
What could be improved: There were many steps to reach the apartment which was hard work in the heat carrying luggage! There were also many steps to reach the beach and bars/restaurants.
We had one of the top floor apartments. There was a view over the bay from the balcony which was lovely to sit and relax in the evening. The apartment was fully fitted out so we were able to breakfast and make lunch. It came with everything - dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, coffee machine! The pool was lovely (but a bit cold in October) and there were sun loungers to relax on. Close to the restaurants on the strip in Lapad and to Sunset beach. Very easy to catch the number 6 bus into Dubrovnik.
What could be improved: This is not really a dislike as there is nothing you can do about this in Lapad as everything is on the hillside but to get to the property you do have to walk a fair distance up hill and up a lot of steps.
The location was amazing, only 5 minutes walk from the main beach and a very short bus ride from old town. The views from the venue were great and it was very easy to navigate back to. The pool was always clean and ready. The apartment we stayed in was spacious and clean and well ventilated and laid out, our hostess was friendly and helpful, even providing directions for buses shops and restaurants. Id fully recommend this as a place to stay
What could be improved: the Wi-Fi could be a little weak but that could of been down to bandwidth and not on the venue owner but that was the tiniest niggle amongst an otherwise incredible stay
newly renovated and comfortable.
What could be improved: lots and lots of steps to get anywhere.
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What could be improved: Nothing more
Absolutely beautiful apartment - really modern and gorgeous interiors. Comfortable and spacious. Shared areas were lovely and very clean (pool and sunbathing area). Property was in a very handy location.
What could be improved: Had no big issues everything was great. If I had to give some feedback I would maybe just highlight that the wifi in the apartment had very bad signal (no wifi at all in bedroom, and then elsewhere in apt was very weak/not very usable). The hairdryer was also very basic - would have expected a better quality one in line with how high quality the apartment / other facilities were.
hosts where excellent and knowledgeable. Extremely helpful!
What could be improved: Good location, clean and quiet. Bus stop was five minute walk away with buses going every 5 minutes to the Old Town. Great beaches near to the apartment.
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