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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Ulcinj

13 stays · 11 aparthotels and 2 serviced apartments

Ulcinj is a coastal town in Montenegro, and aparthotels and serviced apartments are a natural fit for it. Most visitors come for the beaches and stay for a week or more, which is when a kitchen, a balcony and space for a family or a group of friends matter more than daily housekeeping. The town itself is small, so the choice is less about the town and more about which part of the coast you want to wake up on.

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Where to stay in Ulcinj

Old Town (Stari Grad)

  • history
  • couples
  • walking

Wikipedia describes the Old Town as a well-preserved citadel surviving from medieval times, sitting on a rocky bluff overlooking the shore. Wikivoyage notes that the historic centre shows Illyrian, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman influences. The terrain around town is hilly, which Wikivoyage mentions, so allow time for the climb.

Stays in or near Old Town (Stari Grad)

Mala Plaža and the town centre

  • first-time visitors
  • families
  • walking

Mala Plaža, the Small Beach, is in the town centre and is popular with visitors, according to Wikipedia. Staying nearby keeps cafés, shops and the Old Town in walking range. Wikivoyage describes Ulcinj as a small town that you can get around on foot, with hilly terrain and some streets lacking pavements.

Stays in or near Mala Plaža and the town centre

Velika Plaža (Long Beach)

  • beach
  • watersports
  • families

Wikipedia calls Velika Plaža a 12 km stretch of sand and the longest beach on the Montenegrin coast; the Visit Montenegro portal gives 13 km, running from the Bojana river to Port Milena. The same portal says consistent summer winds make it suitable for kitesurfing and windsurfing. It lies south-east of the town, and Wikivoyage lists minibuses from the market on Skenderbeu Avenue to the beach.

Ada Bojana

  • nature
  • kitesurfing
  • seafood

Ada Bojana is an island formed by the Bojana river delta, covering 4.8 km² according to the Visit Montenegro portal. Wikipedia says it is popular with visitors from Western Europe and known for kitesurfing, and the island has a naturist campsite. The National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro describes it as a nature reserve with many restaurants serving fresh fish. Wikivoyage lists minibuses from the market in town, with a minimum number of passengers required.

Getting around Ulcinj

Wikipedia says the nearest airports at Tivat and Podgorica are both around 70 km away. Wikivoyage lists the bus station as the main arrival point and mentions daily buses to and from Podgorica taking about two hours, regular services to Budva and Kotor, and hourly minibuses to Bar taking about half an hour. The bus station is a 30-minute walk from the Old Town, and Wikivoyage notes taxis run between the two.

Once you are in Ulcinj, the town itself is small enough to explore on foot, though the terrain is hilly. For the long beach and Ada Bojana, Wikivoyage describes minibuses from the market on Skenderbeu Avenue, which require a minimum number of passengers. If you plan to see more of the coast, a hire car or a pre-arranged transfer gives you more freedom than the minibus routes.

Living in Ulcinj for longer

For a stay of a week or more, the practical question is whether you want the town or the beach as your daily setting. The Old Town and Mala Plaža area keeps shops, cafés and the sea within walking range; a base near Velika Plaža gives space and sand but means more reliance on minibuses or a car for shopping and restaurants.

If you want to work remotely or relocate for part of the year, our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to ask about, including contract length and connectivity. Ulcinj is also a base for day trips along the coast, and Montenegro has other coastal towns to compare.

When to visit Ulcinj

Wikipedia describes a Mediterranean climate with cool, rainy winters and hot, humid summers, where temperatures rarely exceed 35°C and seldom drop below 0°C. Beach conditions are at their best in the warm season, and the Visit Montenegro portal notes that Velika Plaža has consistent winds almost every day in summer, which makes it a draw for kitesurfers.

Out of season the town is quieter and cooler, and the Old Town and surrounding countryside are easier to explore on foot. Wikipedia notes that Ulcinj's salt pond is visited by birdwatchers. Check opening times of beach facilities and minibuses before you travel outside summer.

Within a short distance you have a medieval citadel above the shore, a beach in the town centre and one of the longest sandy beaches on the Adriatic. This page sets out the main areas, how to get here and around, what to expect from the weather and how to think about a longer stay. For background on the format, see what is an aparthotel, and browse Montenegro for other destinations.

Long-stay tips for Ulcinj

Of the 13 properties here, 3 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 4 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 7 include some form of housekeeping and 9 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.

9 properties list a full kitchen and 4 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 38 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Montenegro

Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Budva, Bar, Kotor, Becici, Dobra Voda, Sveti Stefan, Utjeha and Žabljak.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Ulcinj?

Stay near the Old Town and Mala Plaža if you want to walk to cafés and the sea. Choose Velika Plaža for space and kitesurfing, or Ada Bojana for a more nature-focused stay.

How long is Velika Plaža?

Wikipedia gives 12 km, while the Visit Montenegro portal gives 13 km running from the Bojana river to Port Milena, and the National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro calls it the longest beach on the Adriatic at about 8 miles.

How do I get to Ulcinj from the airport?

Tivat and Podgorica airports are both around 70 km away, per Wikipedia. Wikivoyage lists buses from Podgorica taking about two hours, and a taxi or hire car is the alternative.

Is Ulcinj walkable?

The town is small, so yes, although the terrain is hilly and some streets lack pavements. Beaches outside the centre are reached by minibus, taxi or car.

What is Ada Bojana?

It is an island formed by the delta of the Bojana river, 4.8 km² in size according to the Visit Montenegro portal. Wikipedia mentions its kitesurfing, and the National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro describes it as a nature reserve with many restaurants serving fresh fish.

How many aparthotels are there in Ulcinj?

We currently list 13 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Ulcinj.

Do aparthotels in Ulcinj have kitchens?

13 of the 13 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Ulcinj have a washing machine?

3 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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