Ploče is Dubrovnik's most prestigious residential neighbourhood, terraced into the hillside east of the Old Town with commanding views over the Adriatic, Lokrum Island, and the city walls. This is where Dubrovnik's best luxury hotels are located — properties with infinity pools, spa facilities, and the kind of polished service that the Old Town's converted apartments cannot offer. Banje Beach, Dubrovnik's most popular beach, is at the neighbourhood's base.
The key advantage of Ploče is combining modern hotel comfort with genuine Old Town proximity. The Ploče Gate, the eastern entrance to the Old Town, is a 5-10 minute walk downhill from most Ploče hotels (though the return uphill walk in summer heat is worth considering). The cable car to Mount Srđ — offering the definitive Dubrovnik panorama — departs from the neighbourhood's upper reaches. Several hotels here have rooftop bars that rival the cable car view at a fraction of the effort.
Ploče hotels suit travellers who want comfort and facilities alongside their Old Town visits. Families with children benefit from pool access (Old Town has nowhere to swim except outside the walls), and the neighbourhood's restaurants — less touristy than the Stradun offerings — provide welcome alternatives. Prices are high but typically include amenities (pool, breakfast, parking) that justify the rates compared to cramped Old Town apartments at similar prices.
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