• The Astoria Hotel is a gorgeous, nine room boutique hotel in the centre of Kotor's old town. The atmosphere is romantic and opulent - think subtle lighting, marble, rich fabrics and private balconies. There's an excellent seafood restaurant and rooftop terrace.
• The Hotel Hippocampus also has nine rooms and is in Kotor's old town, this time overlooking the bay. Rooms are sophisticated and have all the mod. cons. and an excellent restaurant serving local specialities. You're just a short stroll from all the major sights of Kotor.
• Hotel Villa Duomo is a beautiful property in the heart of the old town. Rooms and apartments have exposed stone walls and traditional hand crafted furnishings. It is excellent value too which is always a plus.
• Located in the heart of Old Town, Hotel Monte Cristo boasts 8 charmingly rustic rooms decorated in soft pastel hues. Enjoy a lovely breakfast on the terrace each morning to set you up for the day.
• Hotel Cattaro is a historic gem nestled within Kotor's Old Town, occupying three restored 18th-century buildings. Guests can enjoy rooms overlooking the main square, offering a unique blend of history and comfort

• If it is unbridled luxury you're after, then the Regent Porto Montenegro should fit the bill. It overlooks the harbour in Tivat (brilliant for eyeing up the super yachts) and rooms are spacious with classic yet contemporary interiors designed by Parisian, Tino Zervudachi.

• Hotel Forza Terra brings a modern twist to coastal luxury, with designer interiors, a spoiling spa, and gourmet dining just outside Kotor.

• The Boutique Hotel Casa del Mare is a new hotel with its own private beach right on the bay. Modern sandstone on the outside, this hotel has large, light and luxurious interiors and eight rooms.
• Boasting a splendid location on the Bay of Kotor, Hotel Forza Mare offers contemporary boutique accommodation with a fantastic seafood restaurant as well as a spoiling spa and private beach. What more could you possibly need?

• If you're thinking of honeymooning in Montenegro, this one may be for you. The Hotel Perastra is a small, opulent hotel in beautiful surroundings. Each room and suite has been individually styled with an eye for romance. The hotel pool has spectacular views over the Bay of Kotor. Plus there's an excellent restaurant and a state-of-the-art spa.
• Just along the coast, between Perast and Kotor, is the Palazzo Radomiri, a gorgeous, seven room villa, which also offers wonderful views out to the bay. Rooms are traditional, but chic and there's a fabulous Balkan-Mediterranean fusion restaurant.

If you'd prefer the privacy of a self-catering option then browse through the wide variety available online with our partner Booking.com.

• Kotor's nicest weather-wise in the summer months, with the average daily temperature rising to 26°C in July and August.
• This however is peak season, so for a quieter and cheaper alternative consider coming in May, September or October.
• Guests can fly into Tivat Airport, located 8km away, before taking a short taxi ride into the centre of town.
• If you're coming to the UK however then there are no direct flights to Tivat - instead, we recommend going to Podgorica Airport (Ryanair fly nonstop from Stansted) before taking the bus to Kotor.
• For car hire prices, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Kotor.
• Widen the net to search through our recommendations in Montenegro as a whole.
• Or feel free to contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.