Preserved history of Dubrovnik: long-standing and historical hotels

Hotel Kazbek The historic building of Hotel Kazbek was constructed approximately five hundred years ago, when a noble family ordered to build this magnificent residence palace. During these five centuries, many things happened at the palace including fires and damages. The building was used as a prison, warehouse, and even a school. It changed many owners until it was purchased by Swiss company Valinge. The new owner restored the building and brought it back to life, so it can shine with its former glory and magnificence.

Lapad Hotel The oldest hotel in Dubrovnik, Lapad Hotel , was initially constructed as a resort. In 1912, Wilhelm Lerh, an Austrian aristocrat, bought a villa he liked and decided to expand it and turn into a hotel. The luxurious hotel was serving its numerous guests until the start of the World War II in 1941. During the period of military actions, Italian soldiers stayed at the hotel and later it was abandoned until 1949. Later, after a complete renovation, Lapad Hotel started accepting guests again, but the civil war in the 90s of the previous century once again changed the destiny of the hotel. For several years, the hotel replaced lost houses for homeless refugees. Only in 2008, after another extensive renovation of the historic building, Lapad Hotel is ready to serve guests of the new century. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Hotel Aquarius Travelers, who want to know more about the culture of the past, will surely like Hotel Aquarius . This hotel is located in a beautiful villa and is surrounded by a Mediterranean garden. The architecture of Hotel Aquarius reflects the most beautiful traditions of the past. Travelers will be pleased to find massive wooden furniture and genuine antiquities that can be found in some guest rooms and public areas. Even textiles of elegant shades have been chosen in strict accordance with traditions of the past. This hotel will be surely liked by fans of art as it also features a rich collection of paintings that belong to different epochs.

Bed&Breakfast Villa Flora The mini-hotel Bed&Breakfast Villa Flora is located just a couple of minutes away from Stradun waterfront and other signature landmarks of Dubrovnik. This hotel has only three absolutely charming guest rooms. All the rooms feature premium hardwood floors and massive wooden furniture that reminds of traditions of the past centuries. Bright textiles in the national style, interesting paintings with city landscapes and wooden crafts are among the elements of décor that can be found at Bed&Breakfast Villa Flora. Cute handmade carpets with interesting patterns add a special charm and home-like atmosphere.

B&B Sesame Inn B&B Sesame Inn is one more mini hotel with inimitable charm and historic appeal. This hotel is located in a building that was constructed yet in the 19th century. Currently, guests can book one of the four rooms available at B&B Sesame Inn. Everything at these rooms reminds of the past – amazing hardwood floors, wooden furniture, paintings and high-quality textiles with national patterns. The hotel features an amazing adjusting territory with an orange garden and old stone terraces. When it’s warm outside, some tables of the hotel’s restaurant are installed on these terraces.

Hotel Zagreb A magnificent historic building that is located in the middle of a lush Mediterranean garden - Hotel Zagreb couldn’t find a better location. A team of modern designers developed the look of inner premises, taking into consideration the most beautiful national traditions. Rooms, available for guests of the hotel, are made in coffee shades and feature beautiful furniture made of rare sorts of wood and designer textiles that add special charm. The state-of-art architecture of the building makes this hotel an inimitable one. For example, many guest rooms have a small window in the bathroom. The surrounding garden is a great place for relaxation itself. In summer, many celebrations and interesting open air events take place there.