Regent Porto Montenegro is the polished city-by-the-sea option on the Bay of Kotor: a five-star hotel on the waterfront of Tivat's Porto Montenegro marina, styled after the palazzos of the Italian lakes and Venice. It opened in 2014, holds a Michelin Key and pairs elegant rooms with the Regent Spa, the Murano restaurant and a pool club, all minutes from Tivat Airport.
It suits couples who like a bit of glamour and convenience. Outside the door are superyachts, cafés, boutiques and promenade restaurants, so evenings are easy and lively without needing a car. Inside, rooms have Venetian striped fabrics, hardwood floors, deep soaking tubs and, in many cases, balconies over the marina or the mountains.
It is also the most practical base on the bay. Kotor's old town is about 15 to 20 minutes away by car. Boats leave the marina for Perast, the Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks. Families are welcome, but the atmosphere is calm and grown-up.
Rates are approximate. A booking-site snapshot showed starting prices around $300 a night in quieter months, with summer and suites well above that.
Highlights at a glance
- Waterfront on Porto Montenegro's superyacht marina
- Venetian palazzo architecture
- Regent Spa with a 20-meter indoor pool
- Murano restaurant and the Regent Pool Club
- About 10 minutes from Tivat Airport
Why Couples Love Regent Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro was built on the site of a former naval base and turned into one of the Adriatic's best-known superyacht marinas. The Regent anchors it. The architecture borrows from the grand Italian lakeside hotels, with stone, arches, terracotta roofs and gardens, giving the place a timeless look.
For a honeymoon, the appeal is ease. You can stroll the marina promenade for dinner, take a boat from the dock to explore the bay and return to a spa and pool without any planning. The hotel feels elegant without being stiff. The bay's mountains rise straight behind Tivat, so the views at sunset are beautiful from the waterfront. It is a smart choice for couples who want comfort and a lively setting rather than isolation.
Rooms and Suites to Book
Rooms are classic and nautical in tone, with Venetian striped textiles, hardwood floors, blue accents, king beds and deep soaking tubs. Rooms have a balcony or terrace. Some include kitchenettes. The Venezia Wing has rooms styled with the polish of a luxury yacht cabin. Suites of about 63 square meters add sitting and dining areas with mountain or sea views.
For a honeymoon, book a sea-view room or suite with a balcony over the marina and bay. Watching the yachts come in at golden hour is a big part of the experience. If you are staying a week or more, a suite or a Pool Club Residence gives you more space. The larger units have full kitchens.
Ask for a room away from the busiest promenade side in July and August if you are sensitive to noise.
Food, Drink and the Spa
Murano is the main restaurant, serving Mediterranean and Montenegrin dishes with outdoor tables. The Onyx Bar & Garden, the Library Bar and the Pool Bar cover drinks and small plates through the day. Gourmet Corner and the pâtisserie handle desserts, pizza and pasta for casual moments.
The Regent Spa has a 20-meter indoor pool, a Finnish sauna, a hammam and a menu of massages and treatments. It is a calm escape on a hot afternoon or a grey day out of season.
The Regent Pool Club, with several pools and loungers, is the hotel's summer hub. The nearby Porto Montenegro Yacht Club has a long infinity pool, so ask about guest access. The marina promenade has many restaurants. Kotor and Perast are close for dinners on the water.
Why guests fall for it
Things to Do
Tivat is a good launch pad for the whole bay.
- Take a boat to Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast.
- Climb Kotor's walls to St. John's Fortress early in the morning.
- Explore the Blue Cave on the Luštica peninsula by boat.
- Drive the hairpin road up Mount Lovćen for views over the bay.
- Spend a day at Dobreč beach, reached only by boat.
Book a private skippered boat for a relaxed day of swimming and stops in small coves. The Kotor walls climb is steep and hot in summer, so bring water and start before the cruise ship crowds. The roads around the bay can be busy in peak season, so boats are often the more pleasant way to explore.
Getting There
Tivat Airport (TIV) is about 10 minutes from the hotel, which makes this one of the easiest arrivals anywhere on the Adriatic. Seasonal flights connect Tivat with many European cities. Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) in Croatia is about two hours away by car, including the border crossing. It has more year-round connections.
There are no nonstop flights from the US, so most couples connect in a European hub. The hotel can arrange transfers from either airport.
You do not need a car in Tivat. Taxis and water taxis link the marina with Kotor and Perast. Rent a car or hire a driver for day trips up Mount Lovćen or to the Luštica peninsula.
Is It Worth It?
For couples who want elegance, convenience and a lively marina at the door, yes. Regent Porto Montenegro offers five-star service, a strong spa and easy access to the whole bay at prices that are often lower than the bay's top resort.
Pick elsewhere if you want old-town atmosphere or seclusion. Tivat is modern and polished rather than historic, so couples dreaming of stone palaces and quiet waterfronts should stay in Perast. Those who want a beach resort with everything on site will prefer One&Only Portonovi, a pricier option near Herceg Novi.
A week split between the Regent for comfort and a few nights in Perast for romance shows off the best of the bay.
Insider tips
- Book a sea-view room with a balcony over the marina.
- Hire a private skippered boat for Perast and the Blue Cave.
- Visit in June or September for warm water and fewer crowds.
- Ask for a room away from the busiest promenade side in high summer.
