"We stayed at Astraea for 10 nights in July 2025, booking through Jet2 Holidays. It was our first time visiting Croatia, and we honestly had the best holiday ever – a huge part of that was thanks to this fantastic hotel.
Sunbeds & Pool Area
Let’s start with the topic everyone seems to mention – the sunbeds. There are plenty of loungers around the pool, and the hotel clearly can’t fit in any more. They have clear signs and policies about not reserving loungers, and we saw staff removing towels that had been left unattended for over two hours. Yes, some people do reserve them early, but we found that if we popped our towels down around 8am on our way to breakfast (and came to the pool as soon as we finished), we never had a problem finding two beds together. For large families who want loungers together every day, it’s something to consider, as you could struggle during peak season. We split our time between relaxing by the pool and exploring the beautiful local area.
Location
The location is unbeatable – right on the coast with incredible sunsets and plenty of great restaurants and bars within walking distance. We loved the Pirate Social Bar, just five minutes away, for its cocktails and live music. A short stroll further along the coast brings you to even more fantastic dining options.
We used the boat taxi service to both Dubrovnik and Cavtat, which was a lovely experience, and Uber is also a cheap and easy way to get around. We also did a jet ski safari tour to Dubrovnik – an absolute highlight and a once-in-a-lifetime experience! We did a day trip to Kotor, Montenegro, was also incredible. The airport is very close (about a 9-euro Uber ride), yet we never once heard airplane noise at the hotel.
Rooms
We stayed in a standard annex room, which is separate from the main hotel but just steps away. We were lucky enough to have a sea view, which was stunning. The room was spacious, modern, and very comfortable, with excellent air conditioning. Beds were twins pushed together, very comfortable. There was plenty of storage, though we brought an over-the-door organiser for the bathroom which came in handy. We did notice that chair movements in neighbouring rooms can be a bit noisy, so softer stoppers on chair legs would help.
Food
Breakfast offered everything you could possibly want – pastries, full English options, cold meats, cheeses, yoghurts, fruit, and more. It was the same selection daily, but very good quality. It is the same everyday, but I’m not sure how you can change up breakfast to be honest! Dinner was varied and enjoyable, with new dishes each evening. We would have loved to see a few more traditional Croatian options, but overall, the food was great. I eat gluten free and there were plenty of options for me, including deserts. The only downside was the drink service at dinner – sometimes we’d finished our meal (and dessert!) before drinks were served. More staff or faster service in this area would make a big difference.
Hotel, Facilities & Staff
The hotel grounds are beautiful – modern, spotless, and well maintained. We used the spa and indoor pool, both of which were excellent. The local church overlooking the pool chimes every hour, which we loved. Access to the beach is easy via a few steps, and the sea is crystal clear with a sandy bottom – perfect for swimming. The staff were friendly, professional, and helpful. They weren’t overly attentive, which we actually preferred, but every interaction we had was positive.
Overall
Astraea is a wonderful hotel in a stunning location, perfect for exploring the Dubrovnik coast. We absolutely loved our stay and wouldn’t hesitate to return. Highly recommend to all."
