Guesthouse S&L

The property in Dubrovnik impresses with its cleanliness, convenient location, and cost-effectiveness. Guests value the well-equipped shared kitchen, on-site parking, and helpful host for local knowledge and assistance.

TripAdvisor tells me I've written 200 reviews, and I admit that sounds about right. In all of them, I've tried to be fair to future readers, making certain to mention any potential drawbacks to a place one might stay at. I don't hand out 5-Star reviews for just adequate lodging -- I take into consideration the location, price, amenities, and staff; and, if there is something less than stellar from any of these, I won't give a 5. This is one of the few places for which I had NO qualms about doing so. You will NOT get a better value in Dubrovnik than this place! Let's get the minor "drawbacks" of S&L out of the way: 1) It's uphill from the docks, and not near Old City. However, manager Ante will pick you up when you arrive at the docks or bus station, the former can be reached in a fifteen minute downhill walk, and the latter is a bus ride away. 2) The kitchen and eating area is shared. But it's a complete kitchen, meaning you can prepare as fancy a meal as you like. 3) The TV is also shared, and it only has six channels, all in Croatian. If lack of TV channels is a problem on your vacation, you probably shouldn't go to Dubrovnik. 4) If the refusal to accept bachelor or bachelorette parties at this place is a problem for you, please understand that the other guests think this is a GREAT idea. Now the HUGE positives: 1) Ante is the most gracious host I've ever dealt with in 40 years of travel. Give him a call at your planned arrival time, and he'll pick up for free at either the dock or the bus station. 2) The gardens are gloriously beautiful. 3) Sunrise & sunset views from our balcony were some of the, if not THE, best I've ever gotten to see. Our room had shower, AC, hair dryer, mini-fridge, and free wifi. As noted above, kitchen & TV room are shared, the latter with few channels. A grocery store is (almost) next door, and a few restaurants are within walking distance. To get to Old City, walk down the stairs to the bus stop for lines #3 & #8; this stop for both lines is "Skola Gruz." For tours, ask if "La Luna Pizza" can be used as a pickup stop, as it's less than a five minute walk. Unless being right at the dock or in Old City is a necessity, you're not going to find a better combination of price, friendly staff, comfort, and views.

Very much enjoyed my stay. The room and bed clean and comfortable. Although breakfast is not offered, there is access to a kitchenette and eating area for guests to make their own food. The house is situated in the newer part of Dubrovnik, about a 30 min walk from Old Town or an easy bus ride away. Very helpful host who is very welcoming and keen to help you find your way around and even gave me a lift into town and to the bus station. Much appreciated and I would love to stay here again!