STAYEVA11
Intimate family-run boutique villa. Historic stone bones, modern eco-smart fit-out, handmade wooden furniture with earthy tones. Feels far more like a private residence than a hotel.
Book direct via the official website to support the family business and get the best rate
Why It Matters
Michelin Guide-listed and Tablet Hotels-featured, it's one of the smallest and most authentically located properties inside Dubrovnik's UNESCO-protected Old Town walls. Three units only, always owner-managed, with a 5-star all-round guest review record.
A 15th-century stone house tucked just inside Dubrovnik's famous Old Town walls, right next to St. John's Fort. Family-run by Dubravka Skurla and her family since 2014, completely rebuilt in 2020 as an eco-smart boutique with just three units sleeping up to seven. Think SMEG appliances, Rituals toiletries, underfloor heating, and memory foam mattresses — in a 600-year-old building where the Old Harbour is 80 meters from the front door. No pool, no spa, no lobby bar. What you get is one of the best addresses in Old Town, a host who personally greets every guest, and rooms that genuinely punch above their size.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
BENEDIKT BENKO's Deluxe Room
A 22–23 sqm deluxe room on the 2nd floor, rated 4-star, for 2 guests. The smallest of the three units. No full kitchen, but comes with an electric kettle and Nespresso machine as a welcome set. Minibar, underfloor heating, AC, safe, and Netflix TV. High-spec ceramic bathroom with shower cabin. Same Rituals toiletries as the other units. Quiet street and town center view.
1 king bed (or 2 singles on request) · 22 sqm
BENEDIKT's Deluxe Room (Studio)
A 25–26 sqm studio on the 2nd floor rated 4-star, for 2 guests. Fully fitted kitchen designed by the owner, with SMEG kettle, toaster, microwave, filter coffee machine, Nespresso, and dishwasher. Combined living and sleeping area. Same smart-room spec as the suite: underfloor heating, AC, minibar, safe, Netflix TV, and full Rituals toiletries. Quiet street and town center view.
1 king bed · 26 sqmSTAY FAMILY Deluxe One Bedroom Suite
The top-floor suite on the 3rd floor, rated 5-star. Sleeps up to 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children under 12. Fully furnished kitchen with SMEG kettle, toaster, microwave, filter coffee machine, Nespresso machine, and dishwasher. Separate living room and bedroom. City and quiet street views. All the smart-room features: underfloor heating, AC, king bed, safe, flat-screen satellite TV with Netflix, and full Rituals toiletries including slippers, bathrobes, and beach towels.
1 king bed + 1 additional bed · 55 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Dubravka's son Tony operates a transfer agency with high-end vehicles. Pick-up and drop-off from Dubrovnik Airport (23km), ferry terminal, and city gates. Must be booked at least 72 hours in advance.
Personalized day trips designed to guest preferences, organized via JEZUITE TRAVEL with high-class vehicle. Contact owner directly for pricing and options.
Day excursion into the Konavle hinterland south of Dubrovnik, organized via JEZUITE TRAVEL. Prices on request.
Full-day excursion to Montenegro by limousine, organized via family agency JEZUITE TRAVEL. Prices on request.
Full-day excursion to Bosnia and Herzegovina — Mostar and the pilgrimage town of Međugorje — by limousine. Organized via JEZUITE TRAVEL. Prices on request.
3-hour olive oil tasting experience in the Dubrovnik area, organized via JEZUITE TRAVEL. Prices on request.
Day trip to the Škurla Winery on the Pelješac peninsula and the medieval salt-town of Ston, famous for its oysters. Organized via JEZUITE TRAVEL with a high-class vehicle. Prices on request.
Buža beach and the local Porporela beach are just 100 meters from the front door. Guests can walk out and swim in the Adriatic, including directly below the city walls. Beach towels provided in all rooms.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Print, copy, and fax services available on request.
All units have underfloor heating, a standout feature at this price point inside a historic stone building.
All units feature individual air conditioning including in the bedrooms.
Dubravka and family help arrange excursions, restaurant bookings, local recommendations, and island boat trips.
Super-fast free Wi-Fi throughout all units. Rooms are noted as suitable for remote work.
Babysitting available on request. Baby cots and high chairs available.
All units stocked with branded Rituals cosmetics, including hairdryer, slippers, bathrobes, and beach towels.
Free minibar in all units, stocked with water, soft drinks, and beer on arrival per multiple guest reviews.
SMEG-brand appliances in the Suite and Studio kitchens: electric kettle, toaster, microwave. Full kitchen setup including dishwasher and Nespresso machine.
Guests can leave luggage at the property if needed.
Washing and ironing available at additional cost on request.
Renovated in 2020 as an energy-efficient eco-sustainable property. Supported partly by EU regional development funds.
No parking available — cars are not permitted inside Dubrovnik Old Town. Host can advise on nearby parking options outside the walls.
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