Grand Villa Argentina

Grand Villa Argentina details

With its views over Dubrovnik and seafront pool, this graceful hotel lives up to its palatial-sounding name.

There can’t be many settings to compete with this. For want of a better word, it’s magnificent. Gazing across the Adriatic, the Grand Villa enjoys picture-postcard views over old Dubrovnik and the island of Lokrum. More than that, it’s a mere ten-minute stroll from one of Dubrovnik’s Medieval gateways.

As you’d expect, the hotel takes full advantage of the panoramas. Along the tiered gardens and terraces, carefully placed benches and patios let you drink in the views. The swimming pool, meanwhile, is set into a terrace inches above the sea. Likewise the restaurant. Set under the shade of umbrella pines, it’s a photogenic spot for light lunches. And rounding off the relaxation repertoire is an indoor pool and spa.

The hotel’s interiors cut a dash as well. The lobby is graced with religious statues, exposed stone pillars and regal armchairs that lend it the air of a ducal palace. And Medieval wall maps dominate in the lobby lounge.

The Victoria restaurant warrants a special mention, too. With a balustraded terrace, it’s a seriously stylish spot. Reserve a table and you’ve got yourself arguably the best seat in town for a sunset meal. Not to mention fresh seafood and Mediterranean cuisine.

On the accommodation front, the rooms are shared between the main building and neighbouring villas built in Croatia’s trademark honey-hued stone. And for a small supplement, you can book yourself a sea-view room opening out to grandstand vistas.