Check out the reviews of tourists about Tivat. Pros, cons and nuances of a vacation in 2021. Opinions about hotels, beaches and excursions in the Montenegrin resort.
Reviews about the weather in Tivat
The seaside town is located on the shores of the Boko-Kotor Bay. The climate is warm and mild. Even in winter, the average temperature does not drop below +7 ... + 9 ° С. In the cold season, cheap mountain pomegranates, tangerines, persimmons and kiwi are sold in Tivat.
Rufina Mannikova: "The spring weather favored walks in the fresh air. Tivat traveled far and wide. In April it was sunny, calm and warm. By lunchtime, the temperature rose to + 19 ° C."
The beach season starts in May, when the sea water warms up to +17 ... + 18 ° С. In June it is not too hot yet + 25 ... + 28 ° С, but in July and August there is real heat. During the day, the thermometer rises above +32 ... + 36 ° С. There is almost no rainfall or wind, so it is stuffy on the coast. Sea water is very comfortable +25 ... + 27 ° С.
Tivat is very different in summer and autumn. It's not just the weather that changes. According to the reviews of tourists, in the velvet season there are few vacationers, so Tivat does not resemble a seaside resort in Montenegro.
The temperature drops to +22 ... + 24 ° С, but the sea pleases with summer warmth. In September, sea water is warmed up to + 22 ° С, and in October up to + 18 ° С. With the onset of cold weather and rains, a beach holiday on the coast ends.
Find out when is the best time to relax in Montenegro.
Reviews of tourists about hotels in Tivat
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The Montenegrin resort has hotels for every taste and budget. The most luxurious Regent Porto Montenegro 5 * is ready to fulfill all the whims of the guests. The comfortable hotel offers spacious rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, a modern spa, a yacht club, and its own waterfront restaurants and bars. Most vacationers stay in budget apart-hotels or rent accommodation in the private sector.
To make your vacation in Tivat a success in 2021, read the reviews of tourists about hotels.
Nikolay: "Regent Porto Montenegro 5 * is a stylish, luxurious and cozy hotel. Most of all I liked that any issue is resolved instantly. It seems that all the staff are happy to help you and are glad to see you."
Artem: "Hotel Villa Royal Tivat 3 * is an excellent hotel. Friendly staff. Everything is clean and comfortable."
Reviews about beaches and sea in Tivat
The Montenegrin resort has narrow pebble beaches or concrete platforms. Many of them are owned by hotels. The entry into the sea is steep, the depth begins close to the coast. The water is clean and transparent - small fish are visible in the shallow water.
According to tourists, the small-pebble beach Belane, which is located in the center of the resort and has a convenient entry into the water, is suitable for families with children in Tivat. In the vicinity of Tivat - in Donja Lastva, Selyanovo and Kalardovo - there are several good places to stay.
A little further from Tivat are the beaches of the Lustica peninsula and the most beautiful sandy beach on the coast, Plavi Horizonti, which has the honorary Blue Flag.
Nadezhda: "What a sea! Just magnificent! Clean, transparent, a little invigorating, of course, but its beauty more than covered the coolness of the water."
Reviews of tourists about excursions in Tivat
The most famous attraction in Tivat is the beautiful Bay of Kotor. Judging by the reviews, tourists liked the excursions to the largest lake in the Balkans, Skadar Lake, to Perast, Herceg Novi and travel along the Prokletiya mountain ranges.
During your vacation in Tivat, independently go to Kotor - the historical pearl of Dalmatia, which is under the protection of UNESCO. Admire the Old Town and the castle gates, aristocratic palaces and medieval temples. The distance between Tivat and Kotor is only 11 km, so the bus journey takes 15 minutes.
Take your kids for a walk in the beautiful green Veliki Gradski Park, see the snow-white yachts on the embankment and visit the Island of Flowers. Head to Budva for entertainment. The neighboring resort has a water park, an amusement park and a rope park.
Look for excursions on the Tripster website - there are collected unique author's tours that will show the resort from a new perspective.
Olga: "On the excursion" Tivat - three faces of the seaside city "had a great time, had time to see a lot. I highly recommend it." More about the excursion →
Pros and cons of staying in Tivat
According to the reviews that tourists left for 2019-2020, the cozy and quiet Tivat liked the relaxed atmosphere, proximity to the airport and a good beach holiday. The seaside town made a good impression, so many would like to come back here again.
pros holidays in Tivat in 2021, according to tourists:
- No need to apply for a visa.
- Mild climate.
- Clean Adriatic Sea.
- Diving in the Bay of Kotor.
- Delicious Montenegrin cuisine.
- Interesting excursions.
- Luxurious park.
- Picturesque seaside landscapes.
Tatyanja: "Boka Kotorska Bay is an incredible place! There are private sector and hotels on the shore, yachts and boats stand by the water, clear and calm water, and behind it mountains. Quite a few people."
Minuses:
- Little entertainment for young people.
- Montenegrins and tourists smoke a lot in public places.
- In summer, accommodation, food and excursions are expensive.
Yulia Kaledina: "In Serbia, it was possible to rent a good double room within 15 euros. Here, for 40 euros, they could hardly find a room with a bathroom on the floor."
The nuances of rest in Tivat and tourist advice
The resort town is ideal for families with preschool children. Tivat is located 4 km from the international airport. There is a developed infrastructure, you can rent comfortable housing and have a good time by the warm sea.
According to tourists' reviews, Tivat is never boring. In February, carnivals are held on the coast, which are timed to coincide with the holiday of the sea. In May, Montenegrins celebrate Dandelion Day and Youth Day. Theater festivals take place throughout August. In addition, in the last month of summer, the resort hosts the Bokela Night festival, and a series of decorated boats and yachts sail along the coast of Tivat.
One of the most popular activities among active tourists is diving. There are several dive centers in Tivat where you can rent equipment or hire a Russian-speaking instructor. Test diving costs from 40 €, and a training course - from 220 €. Night dives are very interesting. See the underwater beauty of the Adriatic Sea and descend to sunken ships.
Anna: "Yes, this is not the Red Sea, but believe me - there is something to see in the Adriatic too."
