The Chedi Luštica Bay is the calm, modern choice near the Bay of Kotor: a 111-room hotel run by GHM, the group behind the original Chedi hotels in Asia, set on a small marina on the green Luštica peninsula. Most rooms have private balconies facing the Adriatic. The hotel has its own beach, an Asian-inspired spa, indoor and outdoor pools and a Japanese restaurant.
It suits couples who want a quiet, design-led base with the bay's famous towns within easy reach. Luštica is the peninsula that guards the mouth of the Bay of Kotor. It is greener and much less developed than the inner bay, with olive groves, small coves and very little traffic. From the hotel, Kotor, Perast and Tivat's airport are all an easy drive or boat ride away.
The style mixes minimalism, bright colors and Far-East touches, a fresh contrast to the stone palaces of the old towns. Families are welcome, but the mood is relaxed and grown-up.
Rates are approximate since the hotel does not show amounts publicly. Expect upper-midrange prices for the region, with advance-booking discounts often available.
Highlights at a glance
- 111 rooms and suites, most with sea-view balconies
- Run by GHM, creators of the Chedi brand
- Asian-inspired spa with an indoor pool
- Heated outdoor infinity pool and private beach
- The Japanese restaurant and The Rok beach bar
Why Couples Love The Chedi Luštica Bay
The setting is the quiet side of Montenegro's coast. The Luštica peninsula sits between the open Adriatic and the entrance to the Bay of Kotor, so you get sea views and sunsets from the hotel while the bay's fjord-like scenery is a short trip away.
The hotel anchors a new marina village with cafés, shops and a waterfront promenade, but it never feels crowded. Rooms are bright and contemporary. The sea-view balconies make mornings slow and easy. GHM's reputation for thoughtful service shows in the details, from the welcome to the spa. For couples who want peace and modern comfort, with the option to explore the bay's history by day, this balance works well. It also offers good value compared with the bigger luxury resorts nearby.
Rooms and Suites to Book
The hotel has 111 rooms and suites in several categories. Superior Rooms start at about 44 m². Deluxe Rooms Sea View add a balcony facing the water. Grand Poolside Rooms open toward the pool area. Junior Suites, Deluxe Suites and the Grand Deluxe Corner Suite Sea View add living space. At the top is the Luštica Bay Penthouse Sea View, about 165 m².
For a honeymoon, book a Grand Deluxe Room Sea View or a Grand Deluxe Suite Sea View. The sea views are the main event. The suite gives you a separate living area for slow mornings. A Grand Poolside Room suits couples who like stepping straight out to swim.
Ask about advance-booking discounts, which can be substantial. Mention your honeymoon when booking.
Food, Drink and the Spa
The Restaurant serves regional cooking with a Mediterranean twist. The Japanese is the more intimate dinner option. The Spot is the casual all-day venue. The Lobby Bar is good for cocktails before dinner. The Rok Beach Bar & Lounge opens in summer for sunset drinks by the sea.
The Spa is Asian-inspired, in keeping with the Chedi heritage, with an indoor pool and a range of massages and treatments. A couples' treatment after a day of sightseeing is a good way to unwind. The heated outdoor infinity pool overlooks the water.
For a change of scene, the marina promenade has cafés and restaurants. Herceg Novi, Tivat and Kotor all have excellent seafood restaurants within driving distance.
Why guests fall for it
Things to Do
Luštica and the bay give you both lazy days and rewarding outings.
- Take a boat to the Blue Cave, where the water glows bright blue in the sun.
- Visit Perast and its island church, Our Lady of the Rocks.
- Climb Kotor's walls to St. John's Fortress early in the morning.
- Swim in quiet coves around the Luštica peninsula.
- Drive the hairpin road up Mount Lovćen for views over the bay.
The peninsula's small beaches and olive groves are pleasant for walks or bike rides. Book a private skippered boat for the Blue Cave and island stops, which is easier than driving in summer traffic. Wear water shoes on rocky beaches, since sea urchins are common.
Getting There
Tivat Airport (TIV) is the closest, roughly 20 to 30 minutes by car. Many flights to Tivat are seasonal, so Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) in Croatia is a common alternative, about 1.5 to 2 hours away including the border crossing.
There are no nonstop flights from the US, so most couples connect through a European hub. The hotel can arrange transfers from either airport.
A rental car is useful on Luštica if you want to explore the peninsula and the bay. Otherwise, taxis and boat trips work well. Summer traffic around Kotor can be heavy, so plan sightseeing early in the day or by boat.
Is It Worth It?
For couples who want a calm, modern hotel with sea views and good service, yes. The Chedi Luštica Bay offers a quieter setting than the inner bay and is usually better value than the region's top luxury resorts.
Pick elsewhere if you want old-town atmosphere. The hotel is in a new marina village, not a historic town, so Perast and Kotor are excursions. Couples who want full luxury and a big spa program should compare One&Only Portonovi near Herceg Novi. Those who want a lively marina setting will find more going on at Regent Porto Montenegro in Tivat.
Pair a few nights here with a stay in Perast for both peace and history.
Insider tips
- Book a Grand Deluxe Room Sea View or suite for the best views.
- Look for advance-booking discounts on the official site.
- Take a skippered boat to the Blue Cave and Perast in one day.
- Visit The Rok Beach Bar & Lounge at sunset in summer.
