Hotel Valamar Dubrovnik President

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Distance to centre 5.2 km

Excellent

8.9 /10

President Hotel, Valamar Collection is a five-star beachfront resort at the tip of Dubrovnik's Babin Kuk Peninsula. Its main attractions are the direct access to President Relax beach, sea views from the accommodation, indoor and outdoor pools and a substantial spa, with views stretching towards the Elaphiti Islands.

The hotel is around 6 km from Dubrovnik Old Town, so it is better suited to travelers who want a quieter seaside resort than a hotel within walking distance of the historic centre. Libertas bus line 6 links Babin Kuk with Pile, immediately outside the Old Town.

President Hotel, Valamar Collection occupies one of the more resort-like settings in Dubrovnik, with the hotel descending towards the sea at the western end of Babin Kuk. It combines a sizeable beach with pools, spa facilities, restaurants and bars, making it practical for travelers who want to spend part of their stay at the hotel rather than sightseeing every day.

The property has 292 accommodation units, comprising 286 rooms and six suites. Sea views and private balconies or terraces are a defining feature of the accommodation, while premium V Level options add extra services and reserved areas for guests who book those categories.

Rooms and suites at President Hotel, Valamar Collection

The accommodation is arranged to make the most of the hotel's west-facing Adriatic setting, with rooms and suites overlooking the sea and the Elaphiti Islands. The current range includes several sea-view room categories, larger suites and V Level accommodation with additional services.

Standard amenities include air conditioning, free WiFi, minibar, safe and television, while higher room categories provide more space and upgraded benefits. Some premium V Level rates include extras such as personalised concierge services, reserved loungers and airport transfer benefits, but these should not be assumed to apply to every booking.

Breakfast and half-board options are available, but meal inclusion depends on the room rate or package selected. Check the conditions of the specific rate before booking rather than assuming breakfast is automatically included.

Beach, pools and spa

One of the strongest reasons to choose President Hotel is its direct access to President Relax beach immediately below the property. This is a pebble and paved Adriatic beach rather than a sandy beach, with sunbathing areas, loungers and parasols as well as access to swimming and diving.

The hotel has two main swimming pools: an outdoor freshwater pool overlooking the sea and a heated indoor freshwater pool. This makes the property a better option than many Dubrovnik hotels for travelers who want swimming facilities even when weather conditions are less suitable for the beach.

The Balance Mediterranean Spa includes Finnish and infrared saunas, a Turkish bath, relaxation areas, treatment rooms and an outdoor whirlpool. The spa area is intended for guests aged 16 and over, an important point for families planning to use the wellness facilities.

Restaurants and bars

President Hotel has several restaurants and bars, ranging from buffet dining to more relaxed beachfront options:

Premium buffet restaurant is the main hotel restaurant, serving buffet meals with sea views.
La Mar provides a more refined Mediterranean dining option.
Momenti offers à la carte dining for guests looking for an alternative to the main buffet.
Oliva Grill provides more casual dining close to the beach.
Piano Bar is a convenient option for drinks inside the hotel.
Wellness Bar serves refreshments close to the spa facilities.

Guests staying in eligible V Level accommodation also have access to additional premium services and dedicated areas. Restaurant opening periods and individual services can vary by season.

Location and getting to Dubrovnik Old Town

President Hotel, Valamar Collection is at the western end of Babin Kuk, around 6 km from Dubrovnik Old Town. Its location gives the hotel more space for a beach, pools and resort facilities than properties closer to the historic centre, but most sightseeing requires public transport, a taxi or transfer.

Dubrovnik city bus line 6 connects Babin Kuk with Pile. From Pile, the Dubrovnik City Walls, Stradun and the main Old Town sights can all be reached on foot.

Parking is available at the hotel and airport transfers can be arranged. Transfer benefits may be included with certain premium V Level bookings, but an airport transfer should not be treated as complimentary for every guest.

Best reasons to stay at President Hotel

Direct beachfront location: President Relax beach is immediately below the hotel rather than a separate trip away.
Sea views: rooms and suites make the most of the hotel's position overlooking the Adriatic and Elaphiti Islands.
Strong resort facilities: indoor and outdoor pools, spa facilities, restaurants and bars make it easy to spend time at the hotel.
Sunset-facing setting: the western Babin Kuk location is particularly attractive in the late afternoon and evening.
Easy public transport: bus line 6 provides a direct connection between Babin Kuk and Pile for Old Town sightseeing.

Things to consider before booking

Old Town is not within convenient walking distance for most travelers, so expect to use the bus, taxi or another transfer.
This is a large beachfront resort rather than an intimate boutique hotel, making it better suited to travelers who intend to use the on-site facilities.
The beach is pebble and paved rather than sandy, which is typical for this part of the Dubrovnik coast.
The spa is for guests aged 16 and over, although families can use other areas of the hotel.
Meal plans and V Level benefits vary by booking, so check exactly what is included in the selected rate.

Who is President Hotel best for?

President Hotel is particularly well suited to couples and travelers who want a Dubrovnik holiday with a substantial beachfront and resort component. The sea-facing accommodation, spa, pools and sunset views make it easy to combine sightseeing days with quieter days at the hotel.

Families can also benefit from the beach, pools and larger accommodation options, although the 16+ spa policy is worth knowing before booking. Travelers primarily interested in spending mornings and evenings inside Old Town may find a more central hotel more convenient.

What is nearby?

The hotel sits among several beaches and resorts on Babin Kuk. Copacabana Beach and the wider Lapad Bay and beaches area provide additional swimming, restaurants and waterfront places to spend time outside the hotel.

For sightseeing, line 6 provides a convenient connection to Pile and the main Dubrovnik attractions. The Babin Kuk location also works well for travelers planning several nights in Dubrovnik and considering one or more day trips from Dubrovnik.