Hotel Excelsior
Grand historic-meets-contemporary Adriatic luxury. Warm grey tones, light oak floors, double-weave wool throws — the Tower feels quietly modern while Villa Odak leans into its 1913 origins with marble bathrooms and more ornate finishes. Formal enough for the occasion, relaxed enough for flip-flops at lunch on the beach.
Ask for a Tower room on an upper floor facing the Old Town — the walled city-at-sunset view from a balcony here is genuinely hard to beat in Dubrovnik.
Why It Matters
One of the oldest and most historically significant luxury hotels on the Croatian coast. Royal villa origins, celebrity guest history, and the closest five-star hotel to Dubrovnik's UNESCO Old Town walls. Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and Smith Hotels.
Hotel Excelsior started life in 1913 as a royal villa, hosted Queen Elizabeth II and Elizabeth Taylor somewhere along the way, and has since become one of the most recognizable addresses on the Adriatic. The property is split between the original Villa Odak and a contemporary tower wing — two very different characters under one roof. At 0.6 km from the Old Town gates, it's the closest five-star option to the medieval walls, with three restaurants that all face the sea and Lokrum Island straight ahead.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
Classic Room (Tower)
The entry point for the Tower wing. One or two-bed configurations, sleek styling in textural neutrals with oak floors and custom furniture. No sea view, but the design is crisp and the standard amenities are fully loaded.
Deluxe Room with Sea View and Balcony (Tower)
Tower rooms with direct sea views and a private balcony looking out over Lokrum Island. The step up to Deluxe is a meaningful one — the combination of outdoor space and unobstructed water views makes these the sweet spot for most guests.
Deluxe Suite (Tower)
Floor-to-ceiling windows and a balcony give panoramic views of both the Old Town and the sweeping Dalmatian coastline. Spacious layout with a proper living area separate from the bedroom.
Excelsior Signature Suite (Tower)
Four individually designed suites, each with a sea-view bathtub where you can look straight at the walled city of Dubrovnik while soaking. Light-filled living room, furnished balcony with sun loungers, and artwork by local Croatian artists that gives each suite its own personality. Can be connected to a neighboring Deluxe room to create a two-bedroom suite.
Executive Suite (Tower)
Individually designed sea-view suites in the Tower where the views from the bed are uninterrupted. Balcony included.
Junior Suite (Tower)
Sea-view suites in the Tower with a private balcony and an elegant mix of style and comfort. A practical entry point to suite living without jumping straight to Executive or Signature.
Presidential Suite (Tower)
The top-floor flagship — two bedrooms, two luxury bathrooms, a separate living room and dining room, and panoramic Old Town views from a wraparound balcony. Accommodates four guests. The hotel's most exclusive accommodation and the base for serious entertaining or total indulgence.
Superior Room with City View (Tower)
Tower rooms with views over the city and coastal surroundings. A step up from Classic with the same neutral palette and modern finishes.
Superior Room with Partial Sea View (Tower)
Tower rooms with partial views of the pine-draped coastline. Same contemporary finish as city-view Superiors but with a taste of the Adriatic from the window.
Villa Odak Classic Room
Set in the original 1913 villa section. Completely refurbished rooms designed to meet the tastes of guests who appreciate character over slick modernity. Comfortable and inviting with a heritage atmosphere.
Villa Odak Deluxe Room with Terrace
In the original royal villa, completely refurbished with a private terrace and sea views. The terrace sets this apart from the standard Deluxe — it's a proper outdoor space in a building dripping with history.
Villa Odak Suite
Five suites in the historic villa wing, inspired directly by the property's 1913 origins. Grand master bedroom, stylish living area, marble bathroom, separate toilet and a balcony with sweeping Adriatic views. These feel genuinely different from the Tower suites — more classical, more ornate, and steeped in the villa's royal past.
Villa Odak Superior Room
Located in the 1913 royal villa wing, designed by top Croatian interior designers. Sea views and grand style define these refurbished rooms.
The Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel has its own private beach directly below the property, with full views of Lokrum Island and the Old Town. Prora beach restaurant operates right at the water's edge in season.
The hotel concierge arranges transfers, car rental, day trips and local excursions. Limousine/transfer service also available for airport and city transfers.
The hotel maintains a Gallery of Fame inside the property, documenting its illustrious history of royal and celebrity guests including Queen Elizabeth II and Elizabeth Taylor.
The UNESCO-protected Dubrovnik Old Town is a flat 5-minute walk (0.6 km) from the hotel entrance. The medieval fortress walls are a must — walk the full perimeter for elevated coastal and city views.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Direct beach access on the Adriatic, with views toward Lokrum Island and the Old Town.
On-site business center with internet access.
Complimentary wireless internet throughout rooms and public areas.
Air-conditioned gym within the spa centre equipped with both cardio and strength equipment.
Valet parking service available at the hotel.
20m x 8m freshwater indoor pool in the Wellness Dalmatia spa centre. Connects to two jacuzzi whirlpools.
Full 24-hour room service available across all room types.
Full concierge service including currency exchange, transfers, car rental, hairdresser, newspaper agent, and gift shop.
Digital pre-arrival check-in available via the ALH online portal.
Two jacuzzi whirlpools in the spa area, accessible from the indoor pool.
Full thermal suite within Wellness Dalmatia including steam bath, Roman bath, and Finnish sauna.
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