Viola Hotel Budva

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked up to the Viola Hotel on 4. Proleterske – I mean, it’s not exactly the main drag in Budva’s Old Town. But you know what? That actually turned out to be one of its biggest advantages. You’re close enough to walk to Slovenska Beach in about eight minutes (I timed it), but far enough from the late-night club chaos that you can actually sleep with your windows open.

The hotel itself has this sort of understated elegance that feels refreshingly authentic for Montenegro. The lobby’s got these gorgeous marble floors that stay cool even during those brutal July afternoons, and the staff – well, they actually seem to enjoy their jobs, which is rarer than you’d think in Budva’s tourist zone. My room on the third floor had this unexpected little balcony that looked out toward the marina area, and honestly, watching the sunset reflect off those red-tiled roofs while sipping coffee from their surprisingly decent machine became my daily ritual. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid four-star – clean linens that smell like they were dried in actual sunshine, air conditioning that works without sounding like a helicopter, and bathrooms with proper water pressure (trust me, after a day of exploring Budva’s steep cobblestone streets, this matters).

What really sold me on this place, though, was how it felt like a proper base camp rather than just a place to crash. The front desk guy – I think his name was Marko – gave me these insider tips about avoiding the tourist traps on Njegoševa street and pointed me toward this incredible seafood spot that locals actually frequent. Plus, there’s decent parking nearby, which anyone who’s driven through Budva’s narrow streets during peak season will appreciate. The hotel sits in this quieter residential pocket where you’ll hear church bells in the morning instead of construction noise, but you’re still a fifteen-minute stroll to the medieval walls and all that Instagram-worthy Old Town scenery. I’d definitely stay here again – it strikes that sweet spot between being comfortable enough for your parents but cool enough that you won’t feel like you’re missing out on the real Montenegro experience.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $61. Standard Double Room with 1 king bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $67. Superior Double Room with 1 king bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $72. Deluxe Double Room with 1 king bed for Max. people: 2
• Estimated price from: $78. Twin Room with 2 twin beds for Max. people: 2

Reviews

• A great place to stay in Budva – Dylan from United Kingdom – August 5, 2025 (8/10)

  View and balcony was amazing! Staff were helpful and the room was lovely and clean
  
  What could be improved: The breakfast was good but it was limited

• Exceptional – Kevin from Estonia – August 3, 2025 (10/10)

  Clean, nice staff, small but cute breakfast.

• Great short stay – Kirsty from United Kingdom – July 22, 2025 (10/10)

  Great facilities, room was great for us! Good breakfast options and the pool was good after walking around the town.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• modern and stylish, clean hotel to enjoy holiday – Deniz from Croatia – July 22, 2025 (9/10)

  – great staff
  – very clean
  – new and modern design of rooms and hotel
  
  What could be improved: – I liked the breakfast, but there’s space for improvement as the options are limited but what’s included is great

• Lovely old style hotel with great staff in an excellent location – Eda from Montenegro – March 19, 2025 (10/10)

  I liked the friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast was tasty. The breakfast variety was nice, all the staff of the hotel were very kind and friendly.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing negative

• Excellent and value for money; a really lovely place and such helpful and fantastic people ! – Derek from United Kingdom – October 29, 2024 (9/10)

  Breakfast was ok, but more options such as cereal, fruit and pastries might have been good to be there.

• Beautiful stay, great staff – Ana-klaudija from Croatia – August 14, 2024 (9/10)

  Everything was new and clean. The staff was very nice. We loved the pool.
  
  What could be improved: The breakfast could be better (maybe a small buffet would be a good option).

• Exceptional – Milos from Montenegro – August 12, 2024 (10/10)

  Extra comfy beds
  
  What could be improved: Lite breakfast

• Wonderful – Gilmar from Ireland – August 7, 2024 (9/10)

  The room was very comfortable. The hotel is very new and clean. The staff are very friendly, we arrived very late in the night and they were awaiting for us (very kind). The pool was clean and spacious (we have enjoyed every evening after the beach). Wi-Fi was very good.
  
  What could be improved: The breakfast was good but very limited. The address on booking.com is wrong and we could not find the hotel, however the staff replied us on WhatsApp very quick late in the night with the correct location.

• The hotel was decent and room was clean . Met the hotel owners as well and they were very accommodating . I will sure be – Adebisi from United Kingdom – July 30, 2024 (10/10)

  The hotel was decent and room was clean . Met the hotel owners as well and they were very accommodating

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