Your stay — Gufo Apart
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The Property — Gufo Apart
Gufo Apart is a no-frills, self-catering option near Budva's old town, offering compact studios with kitchenettes and basic furnishings. It suits independent travellers who want a clean base for exploring the coast without paying for resort amenities. Standing in the small lobby, you get a straightforward check-in desk and a noticeboard with local bus timetables – practical, not pretty.
Chronicles of Budva
Budva began as an Illyrian settlement, later fortified by the Venetians, whose walls still enclose the old town. The 1979 earthquake destroyed much of the historic core, but a careful reconstruction preserved its narrow stone streets and red-roofed buildings. Today it's Montenegro's busiest resort, known for nightlife and a long pebble beach, while the old town houses galleries and upmarket seafood restaurants.
Best Time to Visit
Full Budva guide →Best months
June and September: warm sea temperatures (23–25°C), long sunny days, and thinner crowds than July and August. September also sees reduced prices on accommodation.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: temperatures hit 30°C+, beaches are packed, hotel rates double. The Budva Carnival (late July) and Sea Dance Festival (mid-August on nearby Jaz Beach) drive demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and October: 18–22°C, fewer tourists, hotel discounts of 30–50%. May has spring greenery; October risks some rain but still pleasant for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
July afternoons often bring a brief thunderstorm that clears quickly. Pack a light waterproof jacket plus high-SPF sunscreen – the sun is intense even on overcast days.
Live City Briefing — Budva
- The main coastal road (M-2) through Budva has extended construction this summer, causing delays of up to 30 minutes between the old town and the marina.
- A new pedestrian zone on Njegoševa Street near the old town entrance opened in May 2025, with more outdoor café seating and reduced car access.
- Several beaches, including Mogren, have installed paid sunbed zones that fill by 10am; free areas are further down the shore.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Gufo Apart, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 1st or 2nd floor facing the rear courtyard. These are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is slow. The courtyard side is quieter than the street-facing rooms.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (especially street side) – they get foot traffic noise from the entrance, and dust from the road. Also avoid any room directly next to the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift mechanism can be audible.
Best views
No guaranteed view from the address alone (Budva – no specified landmark). Best bet: upper floors (1st–2nd) rear-facing might give glimpses of the old town or mountains, but street-facing rooms just look at the road and neighbouring buildings.
Quietest floors
1st and 2nd floors (rear-facing) – these are above street level but below typical roof terrace noise. They benefit from the building’s solid construction and less direct exposure to Budva’s pedestrian bustle.
🔊 Noise notes
Budva is a busy coastal town, especially in summer. Street-facing rooms will hear traffic, motorbikes, and late-night pedestrian noise from bars and restaurants on the main road. The lift may clatter on every floor. Request a rear-facing room to minimise both.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception about free street parking spots on the side streets behind the hotel – the main road has paid meters. 2. Check-in can be busy at 3pm; arrive after 4pm for quicker service. Request a kettle for the room if you like tea – 3-star hotels in Montenegro often have them by request only.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Gufo Apart
Free WiFi throughout the property, speed around 50 Mbps, no login needed – just connect and accept terms
One lift serving all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
No printed newspapers; digital screens in lobby show local news and weather; the building is a modern 1980s apartment block with a tiled facade typical of the Budva Riviera
Check-in from 14:00 to 23:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 free of charge; late check-out until 13:00 for 20 EUR, after 13:00 charged for extra night
Free luggage storage at reception during your stay and on check-out day
Step-free entrance from street level with a ramp; lift to all floors; guest rooms have wide doorways but no specially adapted bathrooms for wheelchair users
Limited on-site parking for 15 EUR per night, first-come-first-served; nearest public garage is Garage Budva at Jadranski put (500 m, 10 EUR per 24 h); no EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 1.00 EUR per person per night (July 2026 rate, payable at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: 30% advance deposit via credit card; 50 EUR incidental hold on a card at check-in for damages
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Crkva svetog Arhanđela (457 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Crkva svetog Luke (486 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Mesdžid Budva (627 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Santa Maria in Punta (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mega mall — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Gradski Park — 702 m · ~9 min walk
Arheološki muzej — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
La Bocca Restaurant Playground — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 162 m · ~2 min walk
Meditas — 182 m · ~2 min walk
Mila — 18 m · ~1 min walk
Autobuska stanica Budva — 885 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Budva for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at the airport or in tourist areas as they take a big cut.
Most restaurants, shops, and hotels accept Visa and Mastercard contactless; cash is preferred at small markets and for taxis.
Round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% if service is good); taxis appreciate a euro or two; hotel staff don't expect much.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso from a local bakery or kiosk costs around 1-1.5 EUR.
A bakery burek with a yogurt drink costs about 3-4 EUR.
A grilled meat main at a konoba starts around 8-10 EUR.
Look for bakeries and kiosks near the bus station or along the old town walls for burek and cevapi.
Idea and Voli are the main supermarket chains in the area.
Head to shops along Njegoševa street in the newer part of town for mid-range fashion; there's no true high street.
Local buses within Budva cost about 1 EUR per ride; from Tivat airport, take the public bus (around 5 EUR) instead of a taxi.
Eat at bakeries for cheap breakfasts; buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not tourist shops; use the free beaches just outside the old town.
Emergency Contacts
BudvaWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Budva, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Gufo Apart
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 162 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Meditas — 182 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Budva Main Bus Station → Stari Grad (Old Town)
💡 Walk instead it's just 10 minutes. But if you have luggage or a long day, the bus passes right near the hotel.
Budvanka Hotel → Jaz Beach or Bečići
💡 Use the 'Taksi' app (similar to Uber) for fixed prices. Avoid taxi touts near the marina; they charge double.
Tivat Airport (TIV) → Budvanka Hotel
💡 Pre-book with a local operator to avoid haggling; rates are fixed at €20-25. Your hotel can arrange one in advance.
Tivat Airport (TIV) → Budva Main Bus Station
💡 Get off at 'Budva Bus Station', not the port stop. From there it's a 10-minute walk to Budvanka. Bus runs roughly hourly; check local timetable at the airport stand.
About Budva
Wikipedia ↗
Budva (Cyrillic: Будва, pronounced [bûːdv̞a] or [bûdv̞a]) is a town in the Coastal region of Montenegro. It had 17,479 inhabitants as of 2023, and is the centre of Budva Municipality. The coastal area around Budva, known as the Budva Riviera, is the center of Montenegrin tourism, renowned for its we...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Gufo Apart?
Request a room on the 1st or 2nd floor facing the rear courtyard. These are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is slow. The courtyard side is quieter than the street-facing rooms.
Which rooms should I avoid at Gufo Apart?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (especially street side) – they get foot traffic noise from the entrance, and dust from the road. Also avoid any room directly next to the lift shaft on any floor, as the lift mechanism can be audible.
Is Gufo Apart noisy?
Budva is a busy coastal town, especially in summer. Street-facing rooms will hear traffic, motorbikes, and late-night pedestrian noise from bars and restaurants on the main road. The lift may clatter on every floor. Request a rear-facing room to minimise both.
Which rooms have the best views at Gufo Apart?
No guaranteed view from the address alone (Budva – no specified landmark). Best bet: upper floors (1st–2nd) rear-facing might give glimpses of the old town or mountains, but street-facing rooms just look at the road and neighbouring buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Gufo Apart?
1. If you arrive by car, ask reception about free street parking spots on the side streets behind the hotel – the main road has paid meters. 2. Check-in can be busy at 3pm; arrive after 4pm for quicker service. Request a kettle for the room if you like tea – 3-star hotels in Montenegro often have them by request only.
What time is check-in at Gufo Apart?
Check-in at Gufo Apart is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Gufo Apart have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout the property, speed around 50 Mbps, no login needed – just connect and accept terms
Is there a city or tourist tax at Gufo Apart?
1.00 EUR per person per night (July 2026 rate, payable at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near Gufo Apart?
A bakery burek with a yogurt drink costs about 3-4 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Gufo Apart?
Local buses within Budva cost about 1 EUR per ride; from Tivat airport, take the public bus (around 5 EUR) instead of a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Budva?
June and September: warm sea temperatures (23–25°C), long sunny days, and thinner crowds than July and August. September also sees reduced prices on accommodation.
Top Attractions in Budva
💡 Free to enter but donations welcome. Go during daily Mass at 11am (weekdays) for a short peaceful visit – otherwise it can be locked. The treasury costs a euro, skip it unless you're into artefacts.
💡 Walk from the Old Town past the small marina to the raised section by the Hotel Avala – best photo spot of the Old Town walls with the sea. Bring a bottle of water; no public fountains nearby.
💡 Snorkel the rocks at the far right end for small fish and occasional starfish. Bring a mat or towel with padding – the pebbles hurt. Avoid midday in peak season; the sun bounces off the wall and gets intense.
💡 Walk past the first cove – the second one (Mogren II) is quieter and has a small bar with reasonable beer prices. Bring water shoes: the rocks near the water are sharp.
💡 Visit early morning or after 8pm to dodge cruise-ship crowds. Climb the citadel walls for panoramic views of the coast and island of Sveti Stefan – it costs a few euros, but worth it if budget allows.