The location solves the main problem with Dubrovnik: the Old Town is beautiful and completely unlivable as a base. Lapad is quiet, there's a bus stop a minute from the door, and you're in the Old Town in ten minutes. Best of both.
Airport logistics are also easy from here. The Gruz bus station is a short distance away, which is where the airport bus runs. Bolt or Uber is €6-8, or you can walk it in 30-40 minutes.
We booked the larger room on the third floor and it's the right call. Spacious, windows facing the hill and the marina, and the building is only a few years old so everything still feels fresh and well-kept. The property has a jacuzzi and back porch too. Watching the sun set over Gruz Harbor from this side of the water is something you won't get from the usual tourist vantage points, and it doesn't get old.
Small thing worth mentioning: there's complimentary coffee and tea on the main floor if you run out of what's in the room. Not a big deal until you want a second cup at 7am and it really is.
Lucia Vesna at reception is genuinely attentive in the best way. Our airport bus was in the evening and she let us store our bags after checkout so we could spend the day walking around and come back when we were ready. It's the kind of thoughtfulness that sticks with you.
Great value and a stay we genuinely enjoyed. We're going back.
Response from the property
Dear Farah,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review of your stay at Kala Luxury Rooms by DuHomes.
We’re especially happy to hear that our Lapad location suited the kind of Dubrovnik experience you were looking for - peaceful, well connected, and close to the sea, while still offering easy access to the Old Town, Gruž Harbor, beaches, and transport connections.
As a local agency with a diverse portfolio of stays across Dubrovnik, we know that every guest travels differently. Some prefer the lively rhythm of the Old Town, while others enjoy the calm, comfort, and local atmosphere of Lapad. That is why we are always glad when guests find the stay that truly matches their needs.
It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the room, the property facilities, the sunset views, and the small details prepared for a comfortable stay. A special thank you as well for mentioning Vesna and Lucija and their helpful communication — we’re glad their support made your experience even smoother.
We would be delighted to welcome you back to Dubrovnik again.
Warm regards,
Kala Luxury Rooms by DuHomes