Hotel Excelsior, Dubrovnik
The Perfect Fall 2025 Getaway
There’s something quietly spectacular about fall along the Adriatic. The sun still lingers, the crowds thin, and the golden light bathes Dubrovnik’s terracotta rooftops and limestone walls in a cinematic warmth. It’s in this slower, more intimate season that Hotel Excelsior, a landmark of elegance and resilience, feels like an open secret—waiting to be discovered all over again.
Just a five-minute stroll from Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-protected Old Town, Hotel Excelsior offers front-row access to the city’s storied past and vibrant cultural life. The sea-facing balconies of this royal villa-turned-luxury-hotel provide uninterrupted views of Lokrum Island and the medieval ramparts that encircle the city. In the autumn quiet, the sounds of the waves and distant bells create a rhythm all their own—one that invites both rest and exploration.
The Hotel Excelsior has been able to achieve and maintain the elusive degree of hospitality that makes guest feel that they are home away from home.
Cocktail on the sun-drenched terrace!
The Hotel Excelsior has been able to achieve and maintain the elusive degree of hospitality that makes guest feel that they are home away from home.
The Hotel Excelsior has been able to achieve and maintain the elusive degree of hospitality that makes guest feel that they are home away from home
To stay with this historic royal villa, constructed in 1913, is to live amongst the history of the intellectual and Cultural Revolution that have shaped both Dubrovnik and the rich and difficult history of Croatia. With doors that have never closed, through two World Wars and the trial of the Croatian War for Independence the Hotel Excelsior has be a perennial haven for dignitaries, visiting VIPs and in recent times one of the most revered local destinations for special occasions and celebrations. Renowned for its warm and unique sophistication the “personal touch” at the Hotel Excelsior moves with the times and each of the 158 luxuriously appointed rooms and suite are equipped with the latest technology and appointments to meet the demand of discerning travelers.
Steeped in the culture of it surroundings the hotels ambience is a stunningly modern mix of contemporary style with reverent and entertaining historical and local references. A fascinating photo gallery of internationally known celebrities, who have visited or stayed at the Hotel, adorns the walls in the Abakus Piano Bar and it is a truly impressive who’s who and equally a testament to the hotel’s decades of exceptional service. Guest will find original artwork from renowned Dubrovnik artists’; specially designed furniture and rare unique antiques all add a very special sense of place to the suites, rooms and throughout the Hotel Excelsior.
The Hotel Excelsior has been able to achieve and maintain the elusive degree of hospitality that makes guest feel that they are home away from home.
There are splendid gardens to enjoy and the views from the terrace are not to be missed.
The Hotel Excelsior has been able to achieve and maintain the elusive degree of hospitality that makes guest feel that they are home away from home.
To stay within this historic royal villa, constructed in 1913, is to live amongst the history of the intellectual and Cultural Revolution that have shaped both Dubrovnik and the rich and difficult history of Croatia. With doors that have never closed, through two World Wars and the trials of the Croatian War for Independence, the Hotel Excelsior has be a perennial haven for dignitaries, visiting VIPs and in recent times one of the most revered local destinations for special occasions and celebrations. Renowned for its warm and unique sophistication the “personal touch” at the Hotel Excelsior moves with the times and each of the 158 luxuriously appointed rooms and suite are equipped with the latest technology and appointments to meet the demand of discerning travelers.
Steeped in the culture of it surroundings the hotels ambience is a stunningly modern mix of contemporary style with reverent and entertaining historical and local references. A fascinating photo gallery of internationally known celebrities, who have visited or stayed at the Hotel, adorns the walls in the Abakus Piano Bar and it is a truly impressive who’s who and equally a testament to the hotel’s decades of exceptional service. Guest will find original artwork from renowned Dubrovnik artists’; specially designed furniture and rare unique antiques all add a very special sense of place to the suites, rooms and throughout the Hotel Excelsior.
There are splendid gardens to enjoy and the views from the terrace are not to be missed.
Design That Honors The Past
With All the Comforts Of Now
Originally built in 1913, the Hotel Excelsior is steeped in local and international history. It has remained open through world wars, the Croatian War of Independence, and countless cultural milestones. Long favored by artists, dignitaries, and discerning travelers, the hotel is at once a monument to the past and a fully modern retreat. The 158 rooms and suites have been meticulously updated with the latest technology and design details while honoring the building’s original character. Unique antique furnishings and original artwork by Dubrovnik artists infuse every room with a strong sense of place.
In 2024 and into Fall 2025, the Hotel Excelsior has expanded its wellness offerings with curated spa rituals inspired by Adriatic botanicals and Croatian healing traditions. The Energy Clinic Spa now offers a series of signature treatments exclusive to the Excelsior, designed to balance body and mind after long travels or city adventures. The spa still houses its exceptional Roman and Turkish baths, indoor freshwater pool, Finnish sauna, and sea-view relaxation zones—but with new seasonal treatments and customizable wellness journeys.
Dining at the Hotel Excelsior remains one of the great pleasures of a stay here. Autumn brings a different rhythm to each restaurant: leisurely lunches at Prora under a soft sun, local oysters and Istrian truffles at Maslina Tavern, and candlelit dinners at Salin, where sweeping views of the Old Town create an unforgettable backdrop. The hotel’s culinary team continues to elevate traditional Dalmatian dishes with contemporary techniques and seasonal ingredients sourced from the nearby Elaphiti Islands and hinterlands.
There are splendid gardens to enjoy and the views from the terrace are not to be missed.
It is impossible to describe the beauty of the coastline and Old Town lined with well preserved medieval walls encircling stone building, some dating back to the 13th, 14th century and the Renaissance. Dining at the Hotel Excelsior is glamorous by day and romantic in the evenings, nearly all of the restaurants at the Hotel afford guest commanding views of the splendid Old Town, Adriatic Sea and Lorkum Island. You are never far from the “old world” whether you choose to have breakfast at Salin, a romantic seaside dinner at Prora, or contemporary Dalmatian cuisine at Maslina Tavern your dining with be exceptional and warmly remembered.
The spa facilities are considered the most luxurious on the Adriatic and the inclusion of a treatment, facial or massage during your stay is yet another way to truly indulge yourself. Turkish and Roman Baths, Jacuzzi whirlpools, Finnish sauna and an indoor swimming pool await spa goers. When you stay at the Excelsior Hotel finding the perfect balance of discovery tourism and personal pampering will be your greatest challenge. While Dubrovnik is beautiful and easy to explore, you will want to enjoy the Hotel Excelsior to the fullest. Hotel Excelsior.
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Needless to say the luxurious Spa at the Hotel Excelsior is perfection.
A Grand Heritage By The Sea
One of the more recent enhancements is the Abakus Piano Bar’s curated evening programming, offering live local jazz, curated aperitif menus, and rotating exhibits from regional artists. The gallery of legendary guests—Pablo Picasso, Elizabeth Taylor, Queen Elizabeth II—still graces its walls, but now the hotel is creating a new generation of cultural cachet with immersive guest experiences: olive oil tastings, artist-led city walks, and bespoke excursions into Croatia’s lush wine country.
Fall is the season when Dubrovnik slows down just enough for you to feel its soul. Hotel Excelsior offers a front-row seat to this timeless magic, where the Adriatic breeze carries a bit of history and every moment feels personal.
Whether you’re here to soak in the rich history, indulge in pampering treatments, or simply sip wine while watching the sunset ignite the sea, Hotel Excelsior is where your Fall 2025 getaway begins—and lingers long after you return. Hotel Excelsior.
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The incomparable story-book setting of the Hotel Excelsior is world famous.