Budva travel guide

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You're Going to Love Budva

With a population of 18,000, Budva is the largest city in Budva, Montenegro by the number of inhabitants. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Budva has to offer.

Where to Eat in Budva

If you’re looking for affordable options, Dukley Seafront (31 Jadranski put) and Escape Beach & Restaurant By Nikki Beach (7 Jadranski put) are great picks.

When to visit Budva

Budva in November
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Budva in November
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Budva

Plane

When flying to Budva, you’ll arrive at Tivat (TIV), which is located 10 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Budva is to pick up a car hire from Podgorica, which is about 24 miles from Budva. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and AbbyCar Car Rentals, among others, in Podgorica.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Budva, including Bus, Globtour and Blue Line. From Mostar, the bus ride to Budva takes 450 miles and will cost you around $90. From Sarajevo, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 600 miles. The most popular bus station is Budva Zavala, located 1.0 mile from the city centre of Budva. Budva Central Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Budva, you’ll arrive at Tivat (TIV), which is located 10 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Budva is to pick up a car hire from Podgorica, which is about 24 miles from Budva. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and AbbyCar Car Rentals, among others, in Podgorica.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Budva, including Bus, Globtour and Blue Line. From Mostar, the bus ride to Budva takes 450 miles and will cost you around $90. From Sarajevo, the ticket costs about $106 for a journey of 600 miles. The most popular bus station is Budva Zavala, located 1.0 mile from the city centre of Budva. Budva Central Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Budva

Airlines serving Budva

Lufthansa
Good (4,605 reviews)
SWISS
Good (929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Air France
Good (974 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,124 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (833 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (707 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
Norwegian
Excellent (145 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (396 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (134 reviews)
airBaltic
Good (124 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (237 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,451 reviews)
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Where to stay in Budva

Average rates range from around $90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $313 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Budva

Most booked hotels in Budva

Regent Porto Montenegro
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$350+
Maestral Resort & Casino
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$317+
Splendid Conference & Spa Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$264+
Avala Resort & Villas
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$204+
Hotel Palma
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$173+
Iberostar Bellevue
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$357+

Hiring a car in Budva

Expect to pay $2.64 per litre in Budva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.59 and $42.12. The most frequently booked car type in Budva is Compact (Dacia Sandero Stepway or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 92% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $2.64 per litre in Budva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.59 and $42.12. The most frequently booked car type in Budva is Compact (Dacia Sandero Stepway or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 92% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Budva

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