Forza Mare sits in Dobrota, the elegant strip of waterfront villages that runs north from Kotor along the shore of the bay. This was once the home of the seafaring families whose captains’ palaces still line the road, and the hotel enjoys the same outlook, with the water at its feet and the mountains behind. It is a boutique-scale place rather than a large resort, with a relaxed, personal feel and a terrace by the sea where you can eat, swim from the shoreline or simply watch the boats go by. The Old Town is roughly two to three kilometres away, which is a pleasant walk along the waterfront promenade or a short, inexpensive taxi ride, and local buses run along the bay road nearby.
Living in it
Mornings start with the quiet of the bay, with light on the water and the church bells of Dobrota drifting across. You can walk along the shore to the Old Town in around half an hour, stop at small cafés on the way and return by taxi after dinner. Staying outside the walls means a calmer night’s sleep, easier access for cars and luggage, and a better chance of a sea view than inside the Old Town, where rooms often face stone lanes.
Who it suits
Couples, small groups of friends and independent travellers who want the bay rather than the bustle. It is a good choice if you plan to use the shoreline for swimming and kayaking, or if you are driving and want parking nearby. Visitors who want to be in the Old Town for the evening atmosphere should consider the hotels within the walls instead.
Trade-offs
Dobrota’s road carries traffic, so some rooms hear it, and the shoreline here is stony rather than sandy, so water shoes help. There are fewer restaurants than in Kotor itself, though a number of good places sit along the promenade. Facilities and room types can vary, so check the current details when you book, and arrange transport from Tivat Airport in advance, as the trip takes about twenty minutes by road.
Good to know
The promenade between Dobrota and Kotor is flat and well lit, making it an easy evening walk, and the local bus stops close to the hotel for the ride back. The bay shore here is a pleasure at first light for swimming and for watching fishing boats return.
If you are travelling with a car, ask about parking when booking, since space along the shoreline road is limited in summer. Those planning day trips by boat can find small operators along Dobrota’s waterfront offering kayak hire, short cruises and visits to nearby islets.
Why stay here
- ✓Waterfront location in Dobrota
- ✓Sea and mountain views
- ✓Seaside terrace
- ✓On-site restaurant
- ✓Shoreline swimming
- ✓Waterfront promenade to the Old Town
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Where is Forza Mare?+
In Dobrota, on the bay shore about two to three kilometres north of Kotor Old Town.
Can I walk to Kotor Old Town?+
Yes, along the waterfront promenade in around half an hour, with buses and taxis for the return.
Is it a good choice for a quiet stay?+
Yes, it offers a calmer, seaside alternative to the busy Old Town, with a terrace and shoreline swimming.
