Valamar Collection Dubrovnik President

When we picked the hotel, we had a shortlist of 3-4 hotels in the area. We did not know which one would be best, so we picked this one because it was by the waterfront and was also showing a beach (rather than accessing the sea from rocks, or via stairs. What a good choice!! A very nice hotel, big and very well equipped rooms, all with seaview and a balcony (small one in our case - but enough). Rooms are very clean, and judging by the appearance, I would say recently refurbished. Bathrooms are also very spacious and in good condition. The outside of the hotel may need a bit of TLC in some parts, but this is only to be picky. We never had an issue finding a bed on the beach. The beach is a bit cramped, with rows of beds and umbrellas, but this means there is no early rush for sunbeds. There is a decent size pool (on the 5th floor - next to the gym and indoor pool), a piano bar on the 6th floor with a terrace (great spot for sunset!!) and a nice restaurant by the beach. Also a good watersports and diving centre (Abyss) within the hotel. Breakfast is excellent - with a very good selection of fruits, drinks, hot and cold dishes, etc. Staff is very friendly throughout the hotel. Nice touch from the management for our anniversary - a chilled bottle of sparkling wine and a bowl of fruit in our room when we arrived - gracefully received. All-in-all a very good experience and definitely recommended.

Just got back from the hotel. Stayed for a week with the family. In short would highly recommend. Lovely views and stunning reception. Rooms were great as well. Stayed in delux, not great view but very spacious. Restaurants are very good. Breakfast had lots of options - really liked the fact that coffees like cappuccinos were included..... Pool lovely and beach also great. Tennis courts were a bonus. Best thing about the hotel was the staff. So very friendly and smiley. Nothing was too much trouble. Issues with the room were sorted immediately.

Everything about this hotel is wonderful. The staff, the rooms, the views, the evening entertainment and the food and service at the buffet restaurant is amazing. It's so convenient to catch the bus which stops opposite the hotel into Dubrovnik old town. The beach and indoor and outdoor pools are very good and we were always able to get a sun lounger. There are some excellent excursions available at Concierge and the staff are exceptional - many thanks to Sasa and Natalia - the tuk tuk tour and buggy safari were amazing and so much fun. Also our thanks to Ivan, Blazenka, Zeljko, Magdalana and Sanja who looked after us all so well in the buffet restaurant. We will be back!