Hotel Review: Regent Porto Montenegro
Also called the southernmost fjord in Europe, the Bay of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is truly breathtaking. Once a Yugoslav naval base, Porto Montenegro has been transformed into a super port with more than a kilometer of west-facing beach. It is a stylish development with designer shops around the village behind the coast.
Regent Porto Montenegro is modeled after a Venetian palace, five stories high and topped with a terracotta roof. Three wings flank the double-height lobby and all rooms are designed to give the feeling of being on a luxury ship. Wooden floors and custom-made Mediterranean furniture create a unique sense of place, and the walls are lined with original drawings from the former shipyard.
The sea is always present here, both from the large balconies of your rooms and right next to you when you dine on the terrace. Superyachts come and go, emphasizing a strong sense of exclusivity, but it’s never overcrowded. Rather, it feels like the perfect place to relax.
To whom
Families, couples and businessmen, even oligarchs getting off their yachts and looking for a night ashore.
Accommodation
175 rooms and suites in three wings of the hotel: Venezia, Aqua and Baia. Inspired by the enchanting views of the Bay of Kotor and the sea, the Venetian rooms and suites combine classic sophistication with a subtle nautical theme reminiscent of a private cabin on a luxury ship.
With rooms in the Aqua and Baia wings inspired by the Italian Riviera, with a tranquil pool club and pool as the focal point, the living spaces offer sophisticated and modern amenities.
We stayed in the Venice Deluxe Sea View room with a large open terrace. From here you have a beautiful view of the Boka bay of the Adriatic Sea, which sparkles just outside the window. Inside, clean lines, sea-inspired furniture and luxurious fabrics in soothing shades of blue and beige create the perfect seaside location. A linen canopy resembling a sail hangs above the bed.
The bathroom has a large bath and walk-in shower with rain shower and two sinks, and there’s a ship-style hatch if you want to connect to the bedroom. A large LED TV, a Nespresso coffee machine and free mineral water ensure a comfortable stay. The solid wood furniture, made especially for the hotel, really impresses.
Eat drink
Murano is the main restaurant, and the chandeliers and mosaic art reflect the Venetian glass tradition. It serves expertly prepared dishes that highlight the best seasonal produce. The menu revolves around fresh fish prepared with organic and locally sourced spices, all with distinctive local Adriatic cuisine. Seating is inside and outside.
Gourmet Corner is a gourmet patisserie and deli serving freshly baked bread and savory items, cakes and pastries, and a variety of homemade beverages. Pizza and fresh pasta, hamburgers and grilled meat and fish are available all day.
Onyx Bar & Garden by Beluga, located near the beach lobby, is convenient for enjoying a glamorous pre-dinner appetizer or a pampering drink. Their cocktail menu is designed by skilled mixologists, and light snacks are also available.
Reminiscent of a traditional gentlemen’s club, the refined interior offers the best selection of premium champagnes, cognacs and Scotch whiskies. The club atmosphere is complemented by an extensive cigar menu.
Services
Murano is the main restaurant, and the chandeliers and mosaic art reflect the Venetian glass tradition. It serves expertly prepared dishes that highlight the best seasonal produce. The menu revolves around fresh fish prepared with organic and locally sourced spices, all with distinctive local Adriatic cuisine. Seating is inside and outside.
Gourmet Corner is a gourmet patisserie and deli serving freshly baked bread and savory items, cakes and pastries, and a variety of homemade beverages. Pizza and fresh pasta, hamburgers and grilled meat and fish are available all day.
Located next to the seaside lobby, the Onyx Bar & Garden by Beluga is convenient for a glamorous pre-dinner aperitif or pre-dinner drink. Their cocktail menu is designed by skilled mixologists and light bites are also available.
The Library Bar, with its refined interior reminiscent of a traditional gentlemen’s club, offers the finest selection of quality champagnes, cognacs and Scotch whiskies. The club-like atmosphere is complemented by an extensive cigar menu.
Services
The operational space on the first floor of the hotel includes the Salon Boka, two lobbies and the Regent Lounge. The Teodo Ballroom is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and can accommodate up to 200 people. It enjoys natural light from beautiful patio doors that offer stunning views of the marina and the Adriatic Sea.
The hotel’s Regent Spa offers a range of treatments and a holistic approach to rejuvenation, combining ancient traditions with fresh organic ingredients. Facilities include three treatment rooms, sauna, Turkish bath, hammam and sensation shower, gym and beauty salon.
For fitness, there is a gym on the first floor with state of the art Technogym equipment. Personal trainers and individual and group yoga classes are available upon request.
The hotel has two 20 meter swimming pools, an indoor and an outdoor infinity pool. The separate Pool Club covers an area of 600m² with four pools: a feature pool (273m²), a lap pool (208m²) and two smaller children’s pools.
Outside, but within the seaside village, guests can take advantage of two outdoor and indoor tennis courts and a sports club. PMYC Pool is a stylish lounge bar with a 64-meter infinity pool over a tranquil seascape.
How much
Nightly rates at the Regent Porto Montenegro start from €240 when two adults share a Superior room on a bed and breakfast basis.
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What’s nearby?
The hotel is located in a shopping center with more than 55 shops, including international and local fashion brands, independent boutiques, a day spa and a hair salon. It is surrounded by numerous restaurants and beach bars offering everything from traditional local cuisine to Italian, Mediterranean and Asian cuisine.
The marina offers full sailing services, amenities and a yacht club. Very close by is the Nautical Heritage Museum with two Yugoslavian submarines. Within cycling distance is the Solila Nature Reserve, a 150-hectare wetland home to 111 bird species.
The hotel is a good base for cycling and hiking, as many marked trails are easily accessible from Porto Montenegro. Bicycles and guides can be provided upon request. Further afield, you can go hiking in the UNESCO-listed Durmitor National Park, Europe’s last untouched black pine forest.
The Bay of Kotor is also home to the UNESCO-listed towns of Kotor and Perast, as well as Our Lady of the Rocks and the Islands of St. George. Walking is recommended
Tivat International Airport is convenient, just 3 miles from the hotel, and EasyJet has direct flights from London Gatwick. Dubrovnik (47 km) and Podgorica (90 km) both offer connections for charter and scheduled flights
The Bay of Kotor is a beautiful place and the sea view alone is worth the price of the room. Add to that the indulgence of five-star luxury and the exclusivity of a super marina and you really feel like someone. And right next to the hotel are the unique pearls of Kotor and Perast, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also a good base for outdoor activities.