10 best resorts in Montenegro with sandy beaches – which one to choose for recreation, photo, description, map
Located off the coast of the Adriatic Sea, Montenegro has a coastline of 300 km. But there are also picturesque mountains, fast rivers with a swift current, flat valleys, interesting islands. The diversity of the landscape makes the country a unique mountain and sea resort with a huge selection of recreational activities. The Adriatic coast of Montenegro is characterized by the presence of a large number of beautiful bays and beaches of various qualities and purposes.
Herceg Novi
The resort area of Herceg Novi occupies the coast of the Bay of Kotor with a rather difficult mountainous terrain, so there are no spacious sandy beaches here. But in the beach variety there are small cozy areas with a sandy surface, protected from the winds. On the winding beach strip of the village. Njivice (6 km from Herceg Novi) has small sandy beaches interspersed with small pebbles. They are perfectly landscaped, have a convenient descent into the sea.
It is noteworthy that the sea water in this area is constantly updated naturally, therefore it is crystal clear. The sandy strip of the Yacht Club is in demand, with excellent beach infrastructure. In the fishing village Baosici has wonderful sandy beaches surrounded by lush subtropical vegetation. There are many mini-hotels, private cottages for living, a surprisingly warm sea.
One of the best sandy beaches “Santos” is located in the suburbs of Meljina. A quiet, cozy place next to the yacht club is chosen by lovers of sea trips. In the neighborhood is the central beach of Meljine with coarse-grained sand, comfortably equipped. There are always a lot of children here, a playground is organized for them.
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Kotor
The ancient town, lost among the picturesque mountains, captivates the imagination with its wonderful embankments, pretty houses, cozy restaurants, and a riot of picturesque vegetation. Although cruise ships often dock in the Bay of Kotor, here you can find calm stretches of coastline for a peaceful holiday. But there are no pure sandy beaches here.
There are no beaches directly within the city (the main place is occupied by the port). There are many of them in the surrounding villages, including areas with a sandy surface. For example, Morin with a sandy-pebble strip of 15 m is located on a cape. Sprawling umbrella palms hang like tents over the beach, providing natural protection from the sun.
Nearby are many cafes and restaurants, equipped in the former old mills, which gives a special touch to the establishments. A wonderful holiday awaits tourists in Dobrota, with its sand and pebble beaches, with olive, orange and lemon groves. The air here is filled with citrus and coniferous aroma, a special atmosphere of medieval authenticity reigns.
Tivat
The resort town, known as the main Montenegrin airport, is located on the Vrmac peninsula, washed by the waters of the Bay of Kotor. The mild climate, picturesque harbor, good infrastructure and 17 beaches make Tivati a popular tourist destination. In addition to the coastline, the Tivat Riviera has 3 islands where you can have a great vacation. Particularly attractive is the Island of Flowers, whose sandy beach is 1.2 km long and goes around the entire island.
The coastal strip is divided into a series of small sandy beaches surrounded by unique vegetation of extraordinary beauty. It is good to relax here for people who are contraindicated to stay under the sun for a long time. A sandy beach (1.7 km) on Cape Selyanovo is in great demand. In some places, rocks polished by time are found on it, which makes the local landscapes unique. Two small well-maintained sandy stretches of the coast are located on the central embankment of the city – Belane (150 m) and Zupa (500 m).
Excellent infrastructure, pine trees, cypresses in the background, clear sea – ideal conditions for relaxation! A truly delightful Donja Lastva beach is located 1.5 km from the city limits. A strip with excellent sea sand stretches for 1 km along the coast with beautiful marinas. Here you can spend unforgettable days of the swimming season. A real pearl among the beaches of Tivat is Blue Horizon (belongs to the hotel of the same name). A strip of soft velvety sand is surrounded by pine and olive groves. Convenient descent into the water, shallow water near the shore attract families with children here.
Budva
Located in the center of the Adriatic coast, the city is conditionally divided into historical and new parts. The main attraction, the old fortress of the Venetian era, has been preserved here. Today the resort of Budva is famous for its numerous beaches, some of which are sandy.
In the city there is (only 5) the central Slavic beach, one of the most crowded in the swimming season. It has separate sections with a sandy surface, water slides, equipment for water entertainment.
A small cozy beach “Richard's Head” – a quiet place – is located near the fortress wall. Soft sand lies on top of the pebble layer. The same coverage on Mogren 1 and Mogren 2 sites with excellent landscaping. A high rock protects the strip from the sun's heat. The rest of the sandy beach areas are located in the vicinity of Budva. A wonderful quiet place to relax with children – the village. Becici (3 km from the center) with the beach of the same name, covered with coarse sand (there are pebble islands).
The water is crystal clear, the bottom is sandy, the sunset is gentle. Between Becici and Rafailovici there is a wonderful clean sandy beach belonging to the Queen of Montentgro hotel-casino, accessible to everyone. For hotel guests everything is unpaid. You can have a wonderful time on the island of Sveti Stefani, where one of the 2 beaches with a sandy strip (Aman Hotel) In the small town of Petrovac, the semi-wild beach of Buljarica with sand and pebbles is attractive.
Bar
The largest city of Montenegro is divided into 2 parts. The old historical center is located 3.5 km from the Adriatic coast. This is a real open-air museum, where 240 buildings of the Middle Ages, unusually interesting, have been preserved. New Bar, a modern beautiful city located in the Bar Riviera. There is a wide variety of beaches: stone, pebble, sandy and mixed.
The Bar embankment is occupied by berths for ships, with the exception of the only sand and pebble beach of Topolica, stretching from the main port to the river. Zheleznica. Minus – the proximity of port facilities that affect the quality of sea water. On the Bar Riviera there is a beach with a unique fine red sand called Crvena Plazha, indented with cozy coves and lagoons.
A high cliff hangs over the beach strip, on top of which (according to legend) mermaids gather and sing at night. Tourists are fascinated by Sutomore (the unofficial name of the Golden Beach), located in the town of the same name. It is covered with velvety clean sand, which has a healing effect. Around thickets of cypresses and pines – the air is saturated with coniferous aromas.
Chan
The tiny town is located in one of the picturesque bays of the Bar Riviera. From 2 sides it is framed by two hills Ostrovitsa and Veligrad. On the 3rd side Chan is bounded by mountains and dense pine and eucalyptus forests growing along their slopes. The local microclimate is very beneficial for health due to the essential oils in the air. But there are no modern luxury hotels here, all establishments were built back in the Yugoslav period.
The resort pride of these places is the sand and pebble beach “Pearl” or “Beaded” with excellent infrastructure and rental shops. You can rent a catamaran, a boat, play beach volleyball and water polo. In the cozy bay of Uvala Pecin, where tourists are brought by boats, there is a secluded charming place Kraljicina (Queen's Beach).
Raphael
From a small fishing village, Rafailovichi has now become a very popular and prestigious resort. Here, the sea is impeccably clean with warm water, a comfortable climate, and modern infrastructure. Boat moorings, various cafes, restaurants, bars, a nice park. All this against the backdrop of a wonderful subtropical nature. A 3 km long embankment connects Rafailovici with Budva.
The local beach has long been famous for its extraordinary beauty. According to the international European Commission, back in the 30s of the 20th century. it has been recognized as the most beautiful and clean place on the Adriatic coast. The transparent turquoise of the sea, the cream-colored sand, the lush greenery of the frame make the surrounding landscapes delightful. Conditions for outdoor activities have been created, the strip is equipped with nice umbrellas and sun loungers. Tourists leave positive feedback about their stay in Rafailovici.
Good Water
An oasis of healing air, clean water, miraculous nature of the village. Dobra Voda is located between the cities of Bar and Ulcinj. Only 1 thousand inhabitants live in it, so there are no fashionable restaurants, luxury hotels, and a vibrant nightlife. People come here to relax from the costs of urbanism against the background of transparent sea turquoise, stunning mountain landscapes and romantic atmosphere.
A calm, peaceful stay in a complex with a favorable climate and air infused with essential oils contributes to physical and spiritual healing. The local beach “Great Piesak” does not quite live up to its name – the coating on it is small pebbles, mixed with sand. Lots of sun loungers and umbrellas, a series of cafes, restaurants, shops. The water is perfectly clean, the descent is quite steep (2-3 m is already deep). Small villas, cozy apartments and hotels hospitably welcome tourists.
Ulcin
The ancient city, located in the south of the country, off the eastern coast of the Adriatic, borders on Albania. Ulcinj Riviera – picturesque nature, an extraordinary variety of beaches, amazing sights, a comfortable climate. According to the ancient monuments, you can get acquainted with the interesting history of the resort. Among the pebbly, rocky, concrete, there are coastal strips with unique sand.
Ulcinj's resort calling card is the Great Beach (length 13 km) – a true pearl of its kind, known throughout the world. In fact, this is a series of ten different beaches that are well equipped and have a highly developed infrastructure. All of them are covered with deep, almost black basalt sand. It is this fact that makes Velika Plaža the most popular place among tourists.
It has been established that sand from basalt volcanic eruptions has effective healing properties. During the high season, thousands of people from different countries have a rest here, at their service are excellent hotels, various entertainment venues, restaurants, cafes. All kinds of water sports and entertainment are provided by numerous rental points.
Radovichi
On the former pirate port of Lustica there is a small resort village. with the beautiful name Radovichi. This blessed place is loved by many who come to Montenegro for its wonderful natural surroundings. Dense forests bordering the bay, clean coastal strips, clear sea of turquoise shades fascinate with their pristine beauty. The entire small population (slightly more than 500 people) is busy providing a comfortable stay for holidaymakers here.
The main thing that attracts people here is the wonderful sandy beaches, which offer simply heavenly views. One of them is Plavi Horizonti (Blue Horizons), which is listed as the cleanest beach in Montenegro. A deep layer of sand, fine as flour, a lot of sun loungers with umbrellas create excellent conditions. Alamar Beach is a stretch of coast for an elite holiday.
Soft sofas, armchairs and tables are installed under light canopies. Wooden decks are laid to the water. And, although you have to pay a lot for everything here, the place is never empty. Villas, apartments, guest houses are at guests' disposal.
The entire coastal Montenegro is quite suitable for a family beach and sea holiday. The warm Adriatic Sea, many quiet lagoons and bays for the safe bathing of children, clean ecology, budget prices have long been an incentive for parents who care about the health of their children. Among the resorts described above, suburban villages without hills are suitable for children.
Becici – a suburb of Budva with a sand and pebble beach, entertainment infrastructure, affordable housing prices – is a great option. Petrovac is quite a suitable resort, where there are sandy areas with a gentle entry into the water, healing pine air, and interesting sights. A heavenly place for children to relax is the island of St. Stephen, famous for its luxurious apartments, 2 amazing coastlines (the sandy area belongs to the hotel).
But staying here will make parents fork out a lot. Children will have a wonderful time in the small resort villages of the Bay of Kotor Morinj, Dobrota. The calm expanse of the warm sea without strong currents, sand and pebble beaches will delight parents and their children. Tivat with its Island of Flowers, Cape Selyanovo, amazing sandy coast promises an unforgettable vacation.
In such a wonderful country, it's good to relax at any time of the year, but if you keep in mind the swimming and beach season (April-November), then you can choose the best periods from it. The second half of June is quite the best option: the sea is already comfortably warm, there is no pandemonium on the shores and in hotels, affordable prices for everything. If you want to save money, you can use the first half of June. Although the sea is cool, you can swim in the afternoon.
Cheap food, vegetables, low housing prices. July-August – crowds of people, prices rise. September-early October is the velvet season, the heat subsides, comfortable warmth, gentle sun. It is better to be in these months in places remote from big cities, where the sea is much cleaner after the summer human dominance.