Apartment Dejana | 3-Bedroom Apartment in Grad Dubrovnik

Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and direct access to Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-protected Old Town: this is where families and friend groups discover that sharing accommodation doesn’t mean sharing space. Apartment Dejana sits on the third floor of a traditional stone building just metres from Stradun, the arterial main street that connects every significant cultural landmark in this Adriatic coastal city. You’re buying proximity to history here—not distance from it.

Inside Apartment Dejana

Apartment Dejana sleeps 6 guests across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, configured as two separate units that function independently or together. The layout reflects authentic Old Town design: compact, efficient, and built vertically rather than sprawling.

The first unit contains a double bedroom on the ground level and a single bed positioned on a gallery mezzanine above the living area—a space-saving solution typical of medieval townhouses that maximises sleeping arrangements without consuming floor space. This unit has its own shower room, a combined living and dining zone with seating for four, and a compact kitchen equipped for basic meal preparation. Stone walls, white-rendered finishes, and minimal decoration let the architecture speak.

The second unit opens onto a view of a green courtyard garden—a rare amenity in the Old Town’s dense medieval grid. Its gallery bedroom offers flexibility: configure it as a double bed or separate twin beds depending on your group composition. A sofa bed in the living and dining area adds a seventh sleeping position if needed. A full kitchen (rather than compact) and dedicated bathroom with shower complete this unit, which functions as a self-contained apartment for families or couples seeking slightly more independence.

Both units share common hallways and are reached by climbing forty-five steps across three flights—information that matters if mobility is a consideration. Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, a washing machine, satellite television, an iron, hairdryer, and in-room safe appear in both units. Linen and towels are provided. These are the bones of urban European apartment living: functional, reliable, and designed around the reality that you’ll spend time outdoors exploring rather than within four walls.

Outdoor Spaces and Living

The courtyard garden visible from the second unit’s windows provides psychological relief from the stone-walled intensity of the Old Town streets outside. While not a sprawling terrace, this green space—shared with other residents in the building—offers morning coffee quietness and a place to shake out tension after navigating crowded medieval passageways. The garden itself has a playground area, addressing the practical reality that children need moving space.

Your actual outdoor living, however, happens beyond the apartment walls. One hundred metres away—roughly ninety seconds on foot—the Old Port opens to the Adriatic. Lokrum Island lies just offshore: a fifteen-minute ferry ride deposits you on a car-free island with pine forests, saltwater lakes, and beach access. This isn’t theoretical proximity; it’s the difference between saying “there’s a beach nearby” and actually swimming in the afternoon because it takes less time than a restaurant reservation.

Banje Beach, the Old Town’s primary swimming spot, sits a ten-minute walk downhill from your door. The water here is exceptionally clear—visibility often exceeds twenty metres—and the beach curves in a way that provides both sun exposure and rock-shade relief. From Banje, you can see the entire medieval wall circuit that makes Dubrovnik instantly recognizable in photographs.

Location: Dubrovnik and the Surrounding Area

Dubrovnik City is Croatia’s most visited destination, and Apartment Dejana puts you inside the reason why. The UNESCO World Heritage Old Town comprises roughly 1,800 residents today, down from 5,000 before the 1990s conflict. What remains is a perfectly preserved medieval and Renaissance urban environment where your morning walk to breakfast crosses streets that have carried foot traffic for six centuries.

Stradun—the limestone main street running east-west through the Old Town—is where orientation begins. Width: ten metres. Length: 300 metres. Lined with restaurants, jewellers, coffee bars, and shops selling everything from traditional Croatian wines to mass-produced Game of Thrones merchandise (Dubrovnik doubled as King’s Landing in the HBO series). The street slopes upward to the east, and the gradient is noticeable when you’re carrying shopping, but manageable. This is where you’ll return repeatedly for meals, resupply, and people-watching.

The Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary dominates Stradun’s eastern end, its baroque dome visible as you approach. Inside, the treasury holds reliquaries and religious artworks spanning fifteen centuries. Entrance costs 30 kuna (approximately €4). Five minutes’ walk north, the Rector’s Palace (another 30 kuna) showcases Renaissance architecture and period furniture. The Franciscan Monastery, accessed through a cloister in the Old Town’s northwest quadrant, houses one of Europe’s oldest pharmacies—still operational—with original 14th-century equipment visible behind glass.

The City Walls encircle the Old Town: 1,940 metres of walkable defensive circuit completed in the 15th century. Allow ninety minutes for a full circuit. Entrance is 150 kuna (approximately €20). The walk delivers views across terracotta roofs, the Adriatic, and the Elaphiti Islands beyond. Early morning—before 9am—is strategically superior to midday when crowds and heat converge.

When you’re ready to leave the Old Town proper, three excellent day-trips lie within thirty minutes’ drive. Cavtat, 20 kilometres south, is a smaller coastal town with a quieter character: fishing boats, waterfront restaurants, and the Racic Museum in a clifftop villa. Ston, 40 kilometres north, is famous for its even longer city walls (5.5 kilometres) and for salt production using medieval evaporation ponds still operational. The Elaphiti Islands—Kolocep, Lopud, and Sipan—are car-free and reachable by ferry from the Old Port in fifteen to thirty minutes depending on which island. Each has restaurants, beaches, and no motor vehicles, creating an immediate sense of separation from mainland intensity.

The Dubrovnik area’s culinary character is Mediterranean: fresh fish, mussels, squid, and lobster prepared simply with olive oil, lemon, and herbs. Konoba Eclipsa (on the street parallel to Stradun) serves grilled fish and local wine in a casual stone-walled space favoured by residents rather than tourists. Three main courses typically cost 200-280 kuna (€26-37). Nishta, occupying a laneway near the Franciscan Monastery, specialises in vegetable-forward cuisine—exceptional quality and portion size for the area. The Dubrovnik market (Gundulic Square, in the Old Town’s northwest corner) opens daily and sells fish, produce, honey, and local dairy products.

Wine production in the surrounding region focuses on Dalmatian varietals: Plavac Mali (red), Grk (white), and Malvazija. Tastings and purchases at the source are possible in the Peljesac Peninsula (45 kilometres north) and on Korcula Island (ferry from the Old Port, approximately 45 minutes). These excursions require advance planning—consult our Dubrovnik City travel guide for detailed recommendations on winery visits and food experiences.

Dubrovnik Airport (Čilipi) lies 20 kilometres south; transfer time by car is approximately thirty minutes depending on traffic. Direct flights connect to major European hubs (Vienna, Munich, Frankfurt, London, Paris, Rome) throughout the year, with summer schedules expanded significantly. Local supermarkets (Konzum, Studenac) are located on Stradun and within the Old Town’s perimeter streets; shopping within the medieval walls is more expensive than suburban alternatives, but convenience compensates.

Seasonal patterns matter. May through September offers predictable sunshine, temperatures between 22-28°C, and calm seas. August is peak tourist season—crowds are at their heaviest and accommodation rates at their highest. June and September are strategically superior: similar weather, fewer visitors, and lower prices. April and October provide pleasant daytime temperatures (16-22°C) but occasional rain. November through March is genuinely off-season: cooler and wetter, but the Old Town reverts to resident character rather than visitor experience, and prices drop significantly.

Explore our luxury villas in Croatia and browse additional properties in Grad to compare options, or view our complete collection of accommodations in Dubrovnik City for other floor plans and price points.

Who This Apartment Suits Best

Families with children benefit most from Apartment Dejana’s configuration. Two separate units allow parents to maintain sight lines while granting teenagers and older children defined personal space. The courtyard playground and proximity to Banje Beach mean children can burn energy without requiring car transfers. Air-conditioning in both units addresses the practical reality that European summers can be oppressively hot when you’re confined indoors during afternoon heat peaks.

Groups of four to six friends—particularly couples at different life stages—appreciate the dual-unit design. You share common arrival and departure, but maintain independent kitchens, bathrooms, and sleeping arrangements. No one negotiates shower timing.

Multi-generational trips (grandparents, parents, children) work well provided older guests are comfortable with stairs. The forty-five steps across three flights are unavoidable; accessibility accommodations are minimal in medieval Old Town architecture.

Solo travellers and romantic couples find the space generously oversized and potentially isolating—better to consider smaller, single-unit properties if privacy at scale isn’t essential.

Guests planning active exploration of the medieval environment rather than pool-lounging will find the location optimal. If your vacation centres on uninterrupted beach time and resort amenities, accommodation on Lopud Island or in the Peljesac Peninsula might align better with expectations.

Practical Information

Apartment Dejana accommodates 6 guests maximum: 3 bedrooms (one double, one single, one double-or-twin) and 2 bathrooms with showers (no bathtubs). A seventh sleeping position exists via the sofa bed in the second unit’s living area.

Check-in is typically 3pm; check-out, 10am. Flexibility on timing may be negotiable depending on the booking period and turnover schedule. Contact Excellence Luxury Villas directly to discuss your arrival and departure requirements.

Included in the rental rate are Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, hot water, satellite television, washing machine access, and initial linen and towels. Utilities (electricity, water, heating) are covered. Cleaning occurs at check-in and check-out; mid-stay cleaning can be arranged for additional cost. Baby cots and high chairs are available on request—critical for families with infants and toddlers.

Pets are permitted on request. Notify Excellence Luxury Villas at the time of booking if you’re travelling with animals; additional cleaning fees may apply.

The nearest supermarket is Konzum, located on Stradun, approximately 100 metres walk. The Old Port—where boat excursions to Lokrum Island and the Elaphiti Islands depart—is also approximately 100 metres away. Both are reachable in under three minutes on foot.

Frequently Asked Questions about Apartment Dejana

How many guests does Apartment Dejana sleep?

The apartment sleeps 6 guests as configured: 3 bedrooms with beds for six people (one double, one single, one double-or-twin configuration). A seventh sleeping position exists via a sofa bed in the second unit’s living area, though this is better suited to children or as occasional overflow rather than primary accommodation. Cots for infants can be added; inform Excellence Luxury Villas when booking if required.

What is the nearest airport to Apartment Dejana in Dubrovnik?

Dubrovnik Airport (Čilipi International Airport, code DBV) is 20 kilometres south of the Old Town. Standard transfer time by car is 30-40 minutes depending on seasonal traffic and your specific accommodation within the Old Town. Taxis, shuttle services, and private car hire are available. Airlines including Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, and Croatia Airlines operate regular scheduled services to Dubrovnik from across Europe, with expanded summer schedules.

What is the best time of year to rent Apartment Dejana?

May through September offers consistent sunshine, temperatures between 22-28°C, and calm Adriatic conditions ideal for swimming and boating. June and September provide the optimal balance: warm, sunny weather with substantially fewer tourists and lower pricing than peak August. July and August are warmest but extremely crowded—accommodation rates are highest and Old Town streets become congested. April and October are pleasant but intermittently rainy. November through March is off-season: cooler, wetter, but atmospheric for those seeking authentic local experience rather than tourist infrastructure. Many restaurants and attractions operate reduced hours outside summer months.

Is Apartment Dejana suitable for families with children?

Yes, the apartment explicitly accommodates families. The dual-unit design provides sleeping space for multiple children with independent bathrooms. Banje Beach is a ten-minute walk away with shallow-gradient entry suitable for young swimmers. The nearby courtyard has a playground area. Lokrum Island, reachable in fifteen minutes by ferry, is car-free and has additional child-friendly beach areas and forest walks. The Old Town itself presents a traffic-free environment for children to explore—all pedestrian passages and cobblestone streets. Air-conditioning is essential during summer months. Cots and high chairs are available. The main limitation is the forty-five steps required to reach the third-floor apartment; families with very young children in prams should factor this into planning.

What is included in the rental price at Apartment Dejana?

The rental price includes: Wi-Fi, air-conditioning in both units, hot water supply, satellite television, access to a washing machine, electricity, water, and initial linen and towels. Cleaning is included at arrival and departure. Utilities (heating, hot water, electricity) are covered throughout your stay. Pets are permitted on request, though additional cleaning fees may apply. Mid-stay cleaning, additional towels, baby cots, high chairs, and extended amenities beyond the included list are available at supplementary cost—contact Excellence Luxury Villas for specific pricing.

What restaurants and shops are near Apartment Dejana?

Stradun, the main street running through the Old Town, is immediately accessible—roughly 50-100 metres walk depending on which entrance to the building you use. This street contains dozens of restaurants, cafes, bars, and retail shops. Konoba Eclipsa (parallel street, casual fish-focused dining, 3-course meal approximately 200-280 kuna), Nishta (vegetable-forward cuisine, exceptional quality, 150-220 kuna for 2 courses), and numerous other establishments line Stradun and the connecting side passages. Gundulic Square (the main market area) is a five-minute walk north: vegetables, fish, honey, cheese, local wine. Konzum supermarket on Stradun offers packaged groceries, wine, and prepared foods. All are within three minutes’ walk. Restaurant quality ranges from tourist-focused mediocrity to genuine local character; ask residents for current recommendations as establishments change seasonally.