Overview of prices on the beaches of Montenegro: Budva, Herceg Novi, Kotor

Preparation for an independent trip in Montenegro is the distribution of the budget for accommodation, food and entertainment. But there are additional items of expenditure – for a holiday at sea. Buying drinks, food, renting umbrellas and sun loungers. For planning, you need to know the prices on the beaches of Montenegro in the summer.

Types of beaches in Montenegro

The country’s coastline consists of pebbles, sandy is rare. You can lie in the sun without bedding or an air mattress on Velika Plaža, near Ulcinj. In other places there are many small stones, which is inconvenient for tourists. Therefore, they take with them bedding, beach shoes. Renting sun loungers and umbrellas is an expense item for vacationers.

Types of beaches in Montenegro, their pros and cons:

• Pebble. Distributed along the entire coast, appeared due to the proximity of the mountains. Lying on them is uncomfortable, but on a windy day there is no dust. Prices on the beaches depend on the resort.
• Pebble-sandy. They are rare, convenient for families with children. Tourists rent sun loungers, as the surface is uneven. The coastline is made of sand, it is good to go into the sea.
  Sandy. The child can build castles or bees, which will distract him from constant bathing. Minus – sand gets into clothes, bags.
• Concrete. Located in the city, descending into the water by stairs or ramps. The depth is great, suitable for those who like to swim.

You can sunbathe and swim in one place for a day, then plan a trip to another beach. Travel by public transport, private or rented car.

Beach prices

The cost of rest depends on the resort and the season. The most expensive prices on the beaches of Montenegro in Budva and Herceg Novi. Expenses for renting sunbeds, umbrellas, buying food and drinks. There are no gourmet vendors, food must be purchased in advance. Nearby are cafes or shops. Expenses in them are higher by 10-20% than in the city center.

Budva Riviera

It includes Budva, Sveti Stefan, Rafailovici and Becici, Petrovac, Sutomore. Cheap holidays in Sutomore, but the infrastructure is not developed there. Sunbed rental – from 8 Euro. In Budva, this can be done from 10 €. Water with gas 2 l – 1.5 Euro, fresh juice 2.5 €. For breakfast for two you need to pay 8 Euros. Prices at the beginning of summer and from mid-September are reduced by 5-10%.

Where to relax near Budva:

• Slavic. In the city of Budva, length – 4 km. In summer there are many tourists, the cost of food is higher than in the city center.
• Kamenevo. The water is clean, protected by a mountain range, there is no wind. Bus from Budva – 1.5 Euro. You can bring a towel or mattress with you to save money.
• Morgren. Prices on the beach of Montenegro are higher than in the rest. It is located within the city limits, the width of the sandy strip is up to 80 m. It is hot during the day due to the lack of wind.
• Saint Stephen. It is near the resort island of the same name, from Budva you can walk (40 minutes) or take a bus. Drinks and food are taken with you.
• Yaz. On the way from Tivat airport. The coast consists of a mixture of sand and small pebbles.
• The entry is gentle, suitable for children. Prices on Jaz Beach in Montenegro are overpriced, there is one cafe and two food stalls.

The rest of the places to stay in the Budva Riviera are small. For a secluded sunbathing, you can choose Richard’s Head, which is near the Old City.

Kotor Riviera

This resort includes the cities of Kotor, Perast and Risan. Attraction – Boka-Kotor Bay. There are sea excursions on it. The water in the bay is warmer than on the rest of the Adriatic coast. The coatings in the bay are concrete, their prices are average in Montenegro. Tourist liners often visit the harbor.

Beaches of the Kotor Riviera:

• Kindness. Located in the city, consists of pebbles, surrounded by rocks. In the summer a little touristy, trails and residential buildings are far away.
• Bayova Kula. It is small, about 60 meters. It is located 10 km from Kotor. The infrastructure is poorly developed, the prices on the beaches of Montenegro in this region are low.
• Morin. In the resort village of Morinj, between Herceg Novi and Kotor. The sandy coast in the Risan Bay is little known to tourists. This is a good place to stay with children.
• Perast. It consists of concrete platforms, the length is 300 m. It is convenient for divers from the pier.
• Risan. On the shore of the Bay of Kotor, length – 2 km. Combination of sand and concrete sections. Width – 10-20 m.

The Bay of Kotor is convenient for families. There are children’s entertainment, nightclubs.

Rivera Herceg Novi

The cities of Herceg Novi, Igalo, Meline, Kumbor are located on its territory. The coast is sandy, in the city there is a concrete coating. There are natural pebble places for recreation. A new place for independent travel is the resort of Meline in Montenegro. Here you can sunbathe on the sand or concrete slabs. Prices on the beaches are 3-5% lower in Montenegro.

Beaches near Herceg Novi:

• Igalo. It runs from the Sutorina river delta to the famous Galeb restaurant. The composition has a sandy part, several concrete sections. Suitable for evening walks and daytime swimming.
• Zanzhitse. 4 km from Herceg Novi, in the Miriste valley. The entrance to the water is gentle, you can sunbathe and relax with children. The coating is sandy, cleaned often. Drinks and food are bought from shops nearby.
• Miriste. Well-maintained beach in the suburbs of Herceg Novi. You can try the traditional dishes of the Lustica peninsula.
• Rose. There are beautiful views of the forest in the mountains, near a small fishing village.

Rest in Herceg Novi can be combined with treatment and restoration of health. There are sanatoriums, hospitals and spa centers. Igalo has a large wellness center.

Ulcinj

In the south of Montenegro there is a large valley in which the city of Ulcinj stands. Features – basalt sand. Nearby is the border with Albania, where you can go on an excursion or shopping. It is hot here in summer, the prices for umbrellas and sun loungers on the beaches of Montenegro in this region are from 7 Euro per day.

Places for swimming and sunbathing in Ulcinj:

• Great. The coastal area of ​​the city, but the roads pass far from it. Due to the strong wind, big waves appear, you can surf. Prices on the beaches of Montenegro in this resort are average.
• Ada Boyana. Specializes in active marine recreation. Boats, catamarans, jet skis are rented.
• Safari. The cleanest place in Montenegro, it was awarded the Blue Flag. Nearby there is a women’s beach, a place for infertility treatment.

In July and August, daytime temperatures rise above +30°C. You need to take hats with you, children are unsafe during the day because of the risk of getting sunstroke.