Fodor's Expert Review Hotel Osmoliš

Perched on a wild remote hill surrounded by olive trees, bougainvillea, and Mediterranean plants in a hamlet near Brsečine, 17 km (10 miles) up the coast from Dubrovnik, you'll find one of the sleekest boutique hotels in the region. Its immaculate Croatian-designed aesthetic—concrete, glass, and jet-black walls complemented by light wood, natural materials, and soft carpeting—belie the fact that this is actually a family-run hotel, and their warm personalized service is one of the greatest advantages of a stay. Choose between premium and deluxe rooms, or if you're in a larger group, the Deluxe Suite is more like a private villa with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living room, kitchen facilities, and its own outdoor pool. The hotel has panoramic sea views out to the Elafiti Islands from every space, indoor and outdoor pools, an on-site spa, and an ambience so quiet you'll forget you're anywhere near one of the busiest cities in the world. It's located just off the main coastal road to Dubrovnik, and there are a few points of interest nearby, including the Sun Gardens, Trsteno Arboretum, and the jumping-off harbor to BOWA.