Heritage Grand Perast is one of the best-known hotels on the quieter, northern arm of the Bay of Kotor. It stands on the waterfront at Perast, the Baroque stone town whose bell tower and island churches are among the most photographed sights in Montenegro. The hotel is set among restored historic buildings and gardens facing the water, and it is aimed at travellers who want a luxurious, relaxed base rather than a busy city address. From here the boats to Our Lady of the Rocks and the neighbouring islet leave from the quay a few minutes’ walk away, and the town’s palaces, churches and small museum are on the doorstep. Rooms and suites look over the bay or the mountains, and the hotel offers a spa, a pool and several places to eat and drink, though facilities can change, so check the current details when you book.
Living in it
Perast is at its best in the early morning and the evening, when the day visitors have gone and the waterfront belongs to guests and locals. Staying here means you can take the first boat to the island church before the crowds, swim from the water’s edge or sit on a terrace with the sun setting behind the mountains. Kotor Old Town is a short taxi or bus ride along the bay road, so it is easy to split your time between the walls and the quiet of Perast, and Tivat Airport is about half an hour away by road.
Who it suits
Couples looking for a romantic stay, honeymooners and anyone who prefers a resort-style hotel with a spa and a quiet waterfront to a base inside a busy walled town. It also works well for travellers combining the Bay of Kotor with a few restful days. Families are welcome, though the setting is more elegant than lively.
Trade-offs
Perast is small, with a limited choice of restaurants and shops compared with Kotor, and you will rely on taxis, buses or boats for wider sightseeing. Rates are higher than most places on the bay, particularly in July and August. The road along the bay can be slow in summer, so allow extra time for airport transfers and day trips.
Good to know
Boats to the island churches start early and finish by late afternoon, so plan your visit around the first departures if you want the islets quiet. Perast is a protected historic town, so streets are narrow and cars are limited, and the hotel can advise on arrival, parking and luggage.
Evenings are calm, with a handful of waterfront restaurants and small bars, and the nearest large supermarket and pharmacy are in Kotor, so bring any specialist essentials. Ask about boat transfers, spa treatments and private tours when you book, since availability changes by season.
Why stay here
- ✓Waterfront location in Perast
- ✓Bay and mountain views
- ✓Spa and wellness facilities
- ✓Swimming pool
- ✓On-site restaurants and bars
- ✓Short walk to the Our Lady of the Rocks boats
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Where is Heritage Grand Perast?+
On the waterfront in Perast, roughly a quarter of an hour by road along the bay from Kotor Old Town.
How do I get to Our Lady of the Rocks from the hotel?+
The boats leave from the Perast quay, a short walk from the hotel.
Is it a good base for sightseeing in Kotor?+
Yes for couples seeking quiet, but you will need a taxi, bus or boat to reach Kotor and other sights.
