Villa Budvanka Guesthouse

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Villa Budvanka? The name makes it sound like some fancy estate, but it’s actually this unassuming little guesthouse tucked away on Topliski put – and honestly, that’s exactly why it works so well. I mean, you’re still close enough to Budva’s old town that you can walk there in about fifteen minutes (maybe twenty if you’re dragging luggage), but you’re completely removed from all that tourist chaos that takes over the main streets during summer nights.

The whole place has this lived-in feel that’s hard to find in Montenegro’s coastal spots these days. It’s family-run, which you’ll figure out pretty quickly when the owner starts giving you detailed directions to his favorite bakery down the hill, or warns you that the local buses get packed around 4 PM when everyone’s heading back from the beaches. The rooms are simple – we’re talking 3-star simple – but everything actually works, the beds are comfortable, and there’s something refreshing about staying somewhere that doesn’t try to be Instagram-perfect every corner you turn. The Wi-Fi is solid too, which I learned matters more than I thought when you’re trying to figure out Montenegro’s bus schedules.

What really sold me on this place though is the location on Topliski put. Most people don’t realize this street connects you to some of the best hiking trails above Budva – there’s this path that leads up toward Podmaine that gives you incredible views over the bay, especially around sunset. And parking? Actually manageable here, unlike down in the old town where you’re circling for twenty minutes hoping someone leaves. The neighborhood gets properly quiet at night (you can hear the sea if you listen for it), but you’re still close enough that you can stumble back from Budva’s restaurants without needing a taxi. During peak season, July and August, this area stays surprisingly calm while the coastal road turns into a parking lot. I stayed there in late June and honestly, mornings were perfect – you’d hear birds instead of car horns, and the air still had that fresh mountain smell before the day heated up. It’s one of those places where the 9-rating makes complete sense once you realize what you’re actually getting: not luxury, but genuine local hospitality in a spot that feels like Montenegro before everyone discovered it.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $32. Twin Room with External Bathroom with 2 twin beds for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $33. Twin Room with Terrace with 2 twin beds for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $37. Studio (2 Adults) with 2 twin beds for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $39. Studio with Terrace with 1 queen bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $40. Superior Apartment with 1 queen bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $40. Studio (3 Adults) with 3 twin beds for Max. people: 2

Reviews

• Wonderful – Кusmartseva from Russia – July 6, 2025 (9/10)

  Thanks for the hospitality to the owner of the villa, our room had a wonderful view of the mountains. The room had everything you need, but I would like a more comfortable mattress, but this is my personal preference.

• Very Good – Kristina from Slovenia – July 21, 2024 (8/10)

  The apartment has all the utilites you need, including the very much needed ac. There is parking space provided infront of the house. Yuri was nice and polite. Eventhough is next to a busy road is during the night quiet.
  
  What could be improved: The location is about 10-15 min away from the first beach by walking. Mogren beach a bit more. The way back to the apartment is steep without any shade. You have to walk some parts on the main road because there were parked cars on the sidewalk.

• Very nice place to stay in Budva – Robert from North Macedonia – July 7, 2024 (10/10)

  The place is totally worth for the money. Very close to the old town and Slovenska beach. There is a little short walking throught a hill slope (~ 400m), but it was not a problem for me. The owner was great and helped for everything we needed. There was a free parking, good balcony with mountain view and the rooms were clean and comfortable. Totally reccomended!

• The owner and the lady that works in this property are really welcoming, polite people. Yuri is an incredible man. Every – Emilija from Serbia – August 9, 2023 (10/10)

  The owner and the lady that works in this property are really welcoming, polite people. Yuri is an incredible man. Everything was perfectly clean an cozy.

• Very friendly and welcoming owner, nice apartment in good, calm location,also with wash mashine. – Tadastaip from Lithuania – August 8, 2023 (10/10)

  Wash mashine was very valuable,
  overall nice place to stay, 17min walk from the old town, good location.
  
  What could be improved: Sometimes was not able to use internet, looks like signal in my room was weak or to many people was using it.

• Exceptional – Саше from North Macedonia – September 4, 2022 (10/10)

  Sve je bilo sjajno, g.Yuri je bio veoma korektan, upatio nas je za sve, apartman je bio veoma chist, lokacija je odlichna, plazhe i centar su veoma blizu kao i Stari Grad. Preporuchujem Vilu Budvanka, ako se odluchimo opet za Budvu, znamo gde da idemo.

• Wonderful – Nataša from Serbia – August 21, 2022 (9/10)

  The host was hospitable and very helpful. The apartment is fully equipped.

• Exceptional – Valentin from United Kingdom – August 18, 2022 (10/10)

  En-suite room with huge terrace, air con, tv and small fridge.
  Great host
  
  What could be improved: Close to the amenities and to the beach.

• Wonderful – Lily from Russia – September 20, 2024 (9/10)

  Good location
  Nice terrace
  Can recommend

• Exceptional – Emily from United States – August 27, 2024 (10/10)

  Great location and nice host
  
  What could be improved: Bathroom outside of the room.

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