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Herceg Novi Travel Guide: Where to Stay & What to Know

A practical, first-party guide to staying in Herceg Novi, from the Savina area to the Old Town.

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At a glance

Herceg Novi at a glance

Herceg Novi is a coastal town at the entrance to the Bay of Kotor, on the Montenegrin side of the Adriatic. It is known for its long seaside promenade, its fortified Old Town and a setting between the sea and the mountains of Boka. Aria Herceg Novi is based in the Savina area of the town.

A cook turns fish, squid and prawns on a flat grill on a boat in the bay
From the grill, above the water

Where to stay

Where to stay in Herceg Novi

Different parts of Herceg Novi suit different stays. The Old Town and the promenade put you in the centre of the town, while quieter areas such as Savina offer a more relaxed base a short walk from the sea.

  1. Old Townthe historic centre with its stone streets, fortresses and the marina.
  2. Promenade & Škverthe waterfront with the long Pet Danica promenade and the Škver harbour.
  3. Savinaa quieter residential area close to the promenade, the beach and the Savina Monastery.
  4. Igaloa coastal area west of the centre, known for its beach and spa and tourism facilities.

Field note 01

Is Savina a good area to stay in Herceg Novi?

Yes, for travellers who want a calmer base. Savina is a quieter part of Herceg Novi that is still close to the promenade, the beach and the Old Town, so you can reach the main sights on foot while staying somewhere more peaceful.

Field note 02

How far is Savina from Herceg Novi Old Town?

Savina is about 1 km from Herceg Novi Old Town, an easy walk along the waterfront for many visitors.

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Where should I stay in Herceg Novi for beach access?

Areas close to the promenade and the coast, such as Savina, put you within a short walk of the beaches. From Aria, the nearest beach is about 150 m away.

Savina

Staying in Savina

Savina is one of the quieter parts of Herceg Novi. It sits between the town centre and the sea, close to the promenade and the beaches, and it is home to the Savina Monastery. Aria Herceg Novi is located in Savina, about 97 m from the promenade and about 150 m from the nearest beach.

Wicker baskets of dark grapes on a wooden table above the Bay of Kotor, with the low sun on the water
The grape harvest above the bay
The floodlit Savina Monastery church and its bell tower beside a large pine tree at night
Savina Monastery, after dark

Staying at Aria

Staying at Aria Herceg Novi

Aria Herceg Novi is a 4-star accommodation property in Savina, Herceg Novi, with rooms and suites, sea-view accommodation, free guest parking and direct booking. It has 17 accommodation units in total. It is about 97 m from the Pet Danica promenade, about 150 m from the beach and about 1 km from the Old Town.

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Aria, measured

Pet Danica promenade
97 m
Nearest beach
150 m
Old Town
1 km
Accommodation units
17

Approximate distances from Aria Herceg Novi, as published in this guide.

Places to visit

Places to visit around Herceg Novi

Old Town & fortresses

The Old Town (Stari Grad) is reached through stone streets and squares, with landmarks such as Sat Kula, Belavista Square, the Church of St. Michael, and the fortresses of Kanli Kula and Forte Mare.

The Sat Kula clock tower rising above a stone gateway and steps in Herceg Novi Old Town
Sat Kula, the clock tower
  1. Savina MonasteryA historic monastery complex in the Savina area, reached on foot from the promenade area.
  2. Pet Danica promenadeA roughly 5 km seaside promenade that runs along the coast, popular for walking in the evening.
  3. BeachesHerceg Novi has a stretch of pebble and organised beaches along the coast, within easy reach of the Savina area.
  4. Španjola FortressA fortress above the town with an open view over the bay and the coast.
  5. Marina and ŠkverThe marina and the Škver harbour area, a short walk from the Old Town.

Festivals

Festivals & events

Herceg Novi has a year-round cultural programme, including the Praznik Mimoze in winter, the HAPS theatre festival in spring, summer music festivals at Kanli Kula, and the Herceg Novi Film Festival in summer. Dates and details are best checked close to your visit.

Festival nights

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  • A guest in a red feather-trimmed carnival costume beneath strung lanterns and olive branches at a waterfront festival
    Mediterranean Twilight Festival
  • A performer in a red and gold costume holding a lit Karavan Fest sign on the beach at night
    Karavan Fest, by the sea
  • A carnival parade in red and white uniforms on a lamplit Old Town street, under strings of coloured lights
    Mimosa Festival parade

The town, after dark

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Wider bay

Beyond Herceg Novi: the Bay of Kotor

Herceg Novi sits at the entrance to the Bay of Kotor. From the town you can reach the inner bay, including places such as Perast, and the open coast of the Luštica peninsula.

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Two divers kneeling on a pale seabed in clear turquoise water
Below the surface

Plan your stay

Stay in Savina

Rooms and suites in Savina, about 150 m from the nearest beach and about 1 km from the Old Town.

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Doček 2027 · Herceg Novi

Accommodation and breakfast by Aria. The programme on Trg Nikole Đurkovića is organized by the Municipality of Herceg Novi and the Tourist Organization of Herceg Novi, produced by JUK Herceg Fest. Entry is free.