Studio Antonio

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Studio Antonio? I was expecting some basic crash pad on Dositejeva street, but this place actually has personality. I mean, it’s not pretending to be the Ritz or anything – it’s solidly 3-star – but there’s this cozy, almost residential feel that you don’t get at the bigger hotels scattered around Budva’s main drags.

The location is honestly pretty sweet if you know the area. Dositejeva runs parallel to the coastline, so you’re close enough to hear the Adriatic without dealing with the waterfront chaos (and prices). It’s maybe a seven-minute walk to the Old Town walls – I timed it because I’m weird like that – and you’ll pass this little bakery that does incredible burek in the mornings. The hotel itself sits in what feels more like a neighborhood than a tourist zone, which means you get a glimpse of actual Montenegrin life happening around you. There’s street parking if you’re driving, though good luck finding a spot in July and August when half of Serbia descends on Budva for vacation.

What I really appreciated was how the staff just… gets it. Check-in was quick, they spoke decent English, and when I asked about avoiding the crowds at Mogren Beach, the guy at the front desk actually drew me a little map showing the less obvious path down. The rooms are clean and functional – think modern IKEA vibes rather than Balkan grandma’s house – and honestly, after spending your days exploring Kotor Bay or dealing with the summer madness of Budva’s beaches, you just want somewhere comfortable to crash. The air conditioning works (crucial in those sticky August nights), and the Wi-Fi doesn’t make you want to throw your laptop out the window. I did notice some street noise in the mornings – Montenegro seems to wake up early – but nothing that decent earplugs can’t handle. The 7.8 rating makes sense to me because while it’s not going to blow your mind, Studio Antonio delivers exactly what it promises without any nasty surprises. For the price point, especially if you’re planning to spend most of your time out exploring the coast anyway, it’s a solid choice that lets you experience Budva like less of a tourist and more like someone who actually belongs in the neighborhood.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $70. Studio Apartment with 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed for Max. people: 3

Reviews

• We enjoyed our stay here but unsure if we would book here again. – Briana from Canada – August 19, 2024 (7/10)

  The property had a comfortable bed and a good sized kitchen table. The wifi was also very good.
  
  What could be improved: The property shows a second bed in the photos but there was a couch. The set up is also a lot different than the photos showed. Some of the sheets were dirty and the towels did not absorb liquid very well.

• Exceptional – Vujičić from Slovenia – August 24, 2024 (10/10)

  Beautiful and clean apartment, great location, polite and friendly lessee. Overall great experience, highly recommend.

• A perfect place to stay in Budva – Mihai from Romania – July 26, 2023 (10/10)

  Everything. The owners, dad and daughter, are very friendly and helpful. The location is just perfect for a couple, even with a kid. Very close to the beaches of Budva and other facilities like market, farmacy, shopping center.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Studio Dora Butterfly Review – Artur from Albania – July 24, 2023 (10/10)

  Cozy apartment, in a nice location. Easy access to Mall,market,pharmacy and beach. Thank you to Kristina, the Owner and her Father for their hospitality and caring attitude. They made the stay way more special. Highly recommend!

• Olor a humedad y suciedad – Aranda from Spain – July 23, 2024 (3/10)

  Buena ubicación y parking. Cama cómoda y el sofá también.
  
  What could be improved: Apartamento muy pequeño, con olor a humedad y mucha suciedad. A pie de calle, donde te ven los vecinos.

• Exceptional – Bogdan from Serbia – August 14, 2023 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Alesia from Albania – August 10, 2023 (10/10)

• Very Good – Lorenco from Italy – August 21, 2023 (8/10)

• Exceptional – Jovana from Montenegro – August 13, 2024 (10/10)

• Exceptional – Açıkel from Cyprus – August 8, 2023 (10/10)

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