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ToggleMontenegro’s Adriatic coast has never had to make a large effort to attract many nature lovers and adventurers. For its small size, this Southern European country with just 620,000 inhabitants can boast numerous attractive landscapes and cultural landmarks.
Rich in both history and culture, Prcanj is a charming coastal town close to Kotor. Read this guide for the Best Hotels in Prcanj.
Zoom in a bit to the Bay of Kotor and you’ll find a stretch of land dividing Tivat from the Venetian stronghold of Kotor. Here, in the quaint village of Donji Stoliv, on the right side of Mount Vrmac, sits one of Montenegro’s Hotel newcomers. Welcome to the 5-star Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay.
This is undoubtedly one of the best hotels in Montenegro, and life here is as enjoyable as it gets. The bright and spacious rooms and suites exhibit 21st-century minimalism, highly polished and stylish. The residences overlooking charming Perast are nearly the entire thing, which explains the floor-to-ceiling windows.
Prcanj is famous for its beautiful Baroque architecture. Its coastal road is lined with restaurants, cafes, and good local taverns.
The Hyatt’s Spa facilities are justly upmarket, with a nice mix of a relaxing sauna (a real Finnish sauna with sea views) and steam rooms, a luxurious Turkish hammam, and an elegant and spacious heated indoor pool, overlooking the Bay of Kotor. The round-the-clock gym is equipped with the latest machines and a wide assortment of weights.
This little wellness oasis is predictably impressive: it is managed by the Spa Soul brand which is also responsible for pampering experiences in the Ritz-Carlton Istanbul. A menu of diverse massages, rituals, and beauty treatments that feature luxury French brand Charme d’Orient, are adapted to suit the personal needs and tastes of each guest individually.
The spa’s indoor swimming pool is matched with a private beach and two generous outdoor piscinas, including one infinity pool. For medical rehabilitation and prevention programs, guests can book time at the Vrmac Health and Wellbeing Center.
From standard rooms with twin or king-sized beds to the more opulent variants featuring outdoor jacuzzis and swim-up pools (private access to the outdoor pool from your room), there is a great number of rooms and suites to choose from. What all 252 residences have in common is the soothing tan and blue color palette.
All come with first-rate amenities, such as fluffy bathrobes, tea/coffee makers, and premium toiletries. Most rooms have at least balconies with lovely views over the surrounding mountains, while pricier options open to commodious seaview terraces.
The hotel-owned three restaurants and three bars serve everything from classic coastal Mediterranean fare at the Lighthouse to modern Balkan cuisine menu up at the Hedonist Rooftop where you can observe pleasure seekers in their natural habitat, luxuriating in the soft Adriatic breeze.
The Hyatt’s main restaurant, The Blue, opens first for breakfast with a long buffet, offering an abundance of savory and healthy options, displayed to their best advantage. This elegantly-themed eatery also comes with an exposed show-cooking kitchen and a Montenegrin food corner. The chef’s cooking is flawlessly in tune with today’s international proclivities.
For dinner, vegetables and herbs take pride in place, sometimes accompanied by meat, fish, or other seafood from local sources. Themed dinner nights are scheduled every other day, and you will be able to indulge in all the world has to offer, from Japanese sashimi to Turkish kebab specialties.
The portion sizes in the Lighthouse can only be described as generous. While most of the dishes pay homage to the proudly and heartily traditional flavors of the region, there are also some powerful modern twists on the menu. Oh, and the panoramic bay views do not hurt either.
Mademoiselle Kotor in Prcanj offers excellent Mediterranean cuisine in an intimate setting with fantastic views of the Bay of Kotor.
Firstly, some of Montenegro’s most picturesque stretches of coastline, dotted with the most beautiful coastal villages and towns, are just a short drive away. Kotor’s Old Town, for example, lies 7 kilometers south of Stoliv, or just 15 minutes along the scenic coastal road by car.
Here is a list of the best things to do in Kotor, from visiting the biannual carnival celebrations to great outdoor activities.