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The Balkan BackpackervsGrand Villa Argentina
The Balkan Backpacker and Grand Villa Argentina are both highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Grand Villa Argentina is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Balkan Backpacker. Grand Villa Argentina ranks #10 in Dubrovnik with praise from 8 publications including Time Out, Lonely Planet and DK Eyewitness.
The Balkan Backpacker
Rough Guide
Time Out
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Svetog Simuna 15, Dubrovnik 20000, Croatia
From $98/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Breakfast included
Rough Guide "Genuine backpacker hostel in a three-storey stone house, in one of the most atmospheric parts of the Old Town."
Time Out "The reception-cum-common room makes socialising easy, and you can forage for breakfast ingredients (included in the price) in the communal kitchenette." Full review
Frommer's "This friendly hostel in the Old Town has four-bed and six-bed dorms, with lockers and linen provided... a good place to meet others if you’re travelling alone." Full review
Lonely Planet "Tucked away by the city walls, this classic backpackers is warm and welcoming with a lively atmosphere."
Grand Villa Argentina
Concierge
DK Eyewitness
Star Service Time Out
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Independent Frommer's Lonely Planet
Frana Supila 14, Dubrovnik 20000, Croatia
From $168/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Inside Old Town, you rarely see the sea, and it's hard to grasp the fortified walls' dramatic immensity."
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Ask for a room with a sea view—if you can't see the water and the walls, what's the point?
DK Eyewitness "Restored to its full 5-star glory, the Argentina is in the district of Ploče (just east of the gate of the same name). Choose a room in the main hotel or in one of four villas."
Star Service "Located 800 meters east of the Ploce Gate and within walking distance of the Old Town, this beachside hotel overlooks Lokrum Island." Full review
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Avoid those on the top floor (7) that face the noisy street.
Time Out "This five-star villa-and-hotel complex centers on the deluxe Hotel Argentina, opened in the 1950s and long considered one of Dubrovnik’s most stylish addresses." Full review
Jetsetter "Located in Dubrovnik, Grand Villa Argentina is by the sea and minutes from Museum of Modern Art and Banje Beach." Full review
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A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).
The Telegraph8.0
"Set in a terraced garden, this hotel affords fine views down onto the sea and towards Dubrovnik's medieval-walled Old Town, beautifully illuminated at night." Full review
Independent "Like its neighbour Villa Orsula, the larger and more affordable Grand Villa Argentina has sublime views of the walled Old Town from its extensive gardens, pool and bathing platforms"
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Frommer's "Grand Villa Argentina is really a complex of five buildings -- one hotel and four smaller (but just as elegant) villas, all with an aura of refined luxury." Full review
Lonely Planet "A kind of luxury city state, this five-star hotel has expanded its empire to include four luxury villas." Full review
