Karolina's House

Stayed here for 3 nights at the end of July 2018, got picked up from the airport by transfer who called the owner 5 minutes before we arrived, the owner was outside waiting for us with a very friendly smile and handshake, she explained that as we were early could we leave our bags and give her half an hour. This was the first and last time we saw her which suited us very well, we knew she was available in the downstairs apartment if we needed her, she had given us bus numbers and told us where the bars/restaurants were so unless there was a problem she left us to enjoy. The apartment was one of three on the top floor , if you can’t do stairs do not book as there are 52 to climb, the apartment is spacious with two large bedrooms (the pictures on website are real) the only negative we personally found is that the balcony is shared but the doors are able to open at the top so security is fine. Great location as a base and everything is in easy walking distance, very nice indeed

The apartment has 51 steep steps, from street level up to the rooms. Which is ok if you are relatively fit, not if you need lift access, as there isn't one. The owners live underneath, and are there to welcome you; we had a warm welcome, and given local information by their daughter. There are 2 bedrooms, both with comfortable, clean beds, bedding provided. The lounge has air conditioning, which works well to cool down the apartment after a hot day sightseeing/beach. If you keep bedroom doors open, the A/C keeps you comfortably cool. The bathroom has a washing machine in it, but dials are in Croatian, so a translation note on top of machine might be useful. Towels provided. A simple but useful kitchen, which is equipped with basics, and there were a few extra provisions in the cupboards, thank you. It was my husband's birthday during our stay; and we got a knock on the door from the owner with a basket of wine and muffins. A very thoughtful gesture, thank you. The apartment is situated at the top of the promenade, which leads down to the beach, with restaurants on the way. And just off of the promenade, next to tennis courts, is a Hypermarket. Close by to apartment, is bus stop, where you can get number 6 bus, which will take you in to the Old Town, which takes about 15 minutes. You buy the tickets, NOT on the bus, but from a kiosk at bus stop or there is a kiosk opposite bus stop. Buses do get very busy... they cram you in! Opposite the apartment there is a nice bakers shop, friendly lady owner, which is open all day, serving breads and pastries etc. There are plenty sunbeds on the pebble beach; it looks newly renovated and very nice & clean. However the cost is high: 120 kuna (£14.50) per bed in standard place; 150 (£18) for the more exclusive area. This price includes an umbrella. We found it too expensive to use.

Romana and her family made our stay very nice! Easter Sunday they shared a wonderful homemade desert and valuable information on the local restaurants. The apartment was very clean with two bed rooms, kitchen, living area and wonderful patio deck. We enjoyed the local cheeses and wines while enjoying the views of Dubrovnik. The apartment was great for our family of four. Perfect located in the Lapad area of Dubrovnik. Only a two block walk to bus stop and ATM money teller. We had a bakery with wonderful fresh baked breads everyday and other goodies. Only 15 kuna bus rides to get all around Dubrovnik and old city. Easy walk to food store, restaurants and beach area to see breath taking sunsets. Try the Komin & Orsan restaurants for the wonderful traditional cooked Croatian meals. (need reservations made when booking trip if during the high season) Not speaking the local language was no issue. Many english speaking locals every place we visited.