Your stay — Apolon
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The Property — Apolon
The Apolon is a no-frills three-star hotel in the centre of Pljevlja, a town that time forgot. Its lobby smells faintly of tobacco and floor polish, with a receptionist who’ll hand you your key and a map without much chat. It suits independent travellers passing through on the way to Durmitor or Tara Canyon who need a clean, quiet room with hot water and working Wi-Fi. You’re here to sleep, not to be wowed.
Chronicles of Pljevlja
Pljevlja began as a Roman staging post on the road to the coast, later settling into an Ottoman trading town known as Taşlıca until 1913. Its most visible landmark — the 16th-century Husein-paša’s Mosque — nods to that period, while the Orthodox Holy Trinity Monastery, two centuries older, anchors the Serb cultural layer. Under Yugoslav rule, the town boomed on lead and zinc mining at the nearby Šuplja Stijena pit, leaving a legacy of brutalist blocks and a still-operative smelter that gives the air a metallic tang. Today Pljevlja feels caught between a proud mining heritage and the slow draw of tourism in northern Montenegro.
Best Time to Visit
Full Pljevlja guide →Best months
June, September: warm days (20–25°C), low rainfall, and the mountains are green without July-August crowds.
Peak / festival surge
July and August peak with Balkan tourists hitting Durmitor National Park. Hotel Apolon prices rise 30-40% above shoulder rates. No single festival drives this — it’s summer holiday traffic from Serbia, Bosnia and coastal Montenegro.
Budget shoulder season
May and October offer 40–60% discounts on accommodation, with daytime temps of 15–20°C in May and 10–15°C in October. Fewer tourists, clearer trails.
Weather & packing
Pljevlja sits at 770m and can drop to 10°C in July evenings, despite 28°C afternoons. Pack a fleece or light jacket for night walks; a small umbrella even in summer is wise.
Live City Briefing — Pljevlja
- Roadworks on the E-762 (Pljevlja–Đurđevića Tara bridge) continue through summer 2026; expect 20-30 minute delays heading toward Durmitor.
- The town’s new pedestrian zone along Trg 13. Juli opened in late 2025, now hosting weekend food stalls and live music in summer.
- Šuplja Stijena mine launched public safety tours in June 2026 — book 48 hours ahead at the tourist office.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apolon, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard or the rear of the building. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is slow. The rear aspect overlooks the quieter residential area rather than the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the entrance or reception—they get foot traffic and door noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or restaurant (likely on the ground or 1st floor) because of evening chatter and kitchen sounds.
Best views
Rooms facing the main street (likely the front) offer a view of Pljevlja's pedestrian zone and surrounding hills—decent for a small town. Rear-facing rooms look onto a quieter residential area with hills in the distance; less scenic but more peaceful.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are the quietest, set back from street noise and above any ground-floor activity. The top floor (if there is one) might be quieter still, but check if it shares a wall with the lift machinery or roof vents.
🔊 Noise notes
Pljevlja's main street can have traffic and pedestrian noise during the day, plus occasional truck deliveries to nearby shops in the morning. The bar on the ground floor may have music until late evening, especially weekends. Lift motor hum might be audible on adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. Request a room with a window that opens (not all in budget hotels do) to let in fresh mountain air—Pljevlja has good air quality. 2. If driving, ask at check-in for free on-street parking suggestions; the hotel's own car park is small and fills early.
- 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 — Apolon
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed around 15 Mbps download; no login, just a network key from reception.
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 11:00. Early bag drop allowed. Late check-out fee: 50% of nightly rate until 18:00, full night after.
Free storage in a locked luggage room behind reception.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; one ground-floor accessible room available, no grab bars in bathroom. Upper floors reachable by lift but doors are narrow (70 cm).
Free on-site unmarked parking for approx 12 cars (first-come, first-served). Public parking at Trg Ćetina, 300 m away, free overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 1 EUR per person per night
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay charged upon booking; at check-in a 30 EUR incidental hold is placed on your card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Hadži Zekerija džamija (266 m · ~3 min walk)
- Mosque: Hadži Alija Penda džamija (551 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Husein-pašina džamija (752 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Rizvan Čauš džamija (767 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Etno Kuća "Ruža" — 836 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 881 m · ~11 min walk
Heba — 598 m · ~7 min walk
IDEA — 302 m · ~4 min walk
Autobuska stanica Pljevlja — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Banks and exchange offices in town give better rates than airports or tourist bureaux; avoid the latter.
Cards are accepted at larger shops, hotels, and restaurants; cash is essential at markets, small cafes, and for taxi drivers.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% is appreciated but not expected in restaurants; taxis and hotel staff are not tipped as a rule.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso at a local kafana or bakery costs around €1–1.50.
A daily specials plate (roštilj or soup with bread) at a konoba or bakery is about €5–7.
A main course like grilled meat with chips at a casual grill is roughly €6–9.
Burek or pizza by the slice from bakeries near the town centre; no dedicated street food area.
Roda and Idea are common budget supermarkets in town.
The central market and small independent shops around Trg 13. Juli offer affordable basics.
Walking is the cheapest way around town; for longer trips, buses cost about €1 per ride within the region. The nearest airport is Podgorica or Tivat – a budget bus from Podgorica costs €10–12.
Eat at konobas or bakeries rather than tourist-oriented restaurants; shop at Roda or Idea for groceries; fill a reusable water bottle at public taps – tap water is safe and free.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pljevlja, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apolon
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 881 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Heba — 598 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Pljevlja Bus Station → Hotel Gold (city centre stop)
💡 The bus stop is just a 3-minute walk from the hotel. Buy a ticket from the driver – exact change in euros helps.
Podgorica Bus Station → Pljevlja Bus Station
💡 Book your ticket a day ahead at the Podgorica bus station – seats fill up, especially on weekends. The bus drops you a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Hotel Gold → Pljevlja City Centre or Monastery
💡 Use the taxi stand on Trg 13. Jul. Ask the driver to wait if you're visiting the monastery – return taxis are rare.
Podgorica Airport (TGD) → Hotel Gold, Pljevlja
💡 Negotiate the fare in advance – drivers often quote €80-90 but 70 is a fair price for the 2-hour drive through mountainous roads.
About Pljevlja
Wikipedia ↗
Pljevlja (Montenegrin: Пљевља, pronounced [pʎêʋʎa]) is a town located in the Northern Region of Montenegro, situated along Ćehotina river. The town lies at an altitude of 770 m (2,530 ft). In the Middle Ages, Pljevlja had been a crossroad of the important commercial roads and cultural streams, with ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apolon?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard or the rear of the building. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is slow. The rear aspect overlooks the quieter residential area rather than the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apolon?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the entrance or reception—they get foot traffic and door noise. Also skip rooms directly above the bar or restaurant (likely on the ground or 1st floor) because of evening chatter and kitchen sounds.
Is Apolon noisy?
Pljevlja's main street can have traffic and pedestrian noise during the day, plus occasional truck deliveries to nearby shops in the morning. The bar on the ground floor may have music until late evening, especially weekends. Lift motor hum might be audible on adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Apolon?
Rooms facing the main street (likely the front) offer a view of Pljevlja's pedestrian zone and surrounding hills—decent for a small town. Rear-facing rooms look onto a quieter residential area with hills in the distance; less scenic but more peaceful.
What are insider tips for staying at Apolon?
1. Request a room with a window that opens (not all in budget hotels do) to let in fresh mountain air—Pljevlja has good air quality. 2. If driving, ask at check-in for free on-street parking suggestions; the hotel's own car park is small and fills early.
What time is check-in at Apolon?
Check-in at Apolon is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apolon have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed around 15 Mbps download; no login, just a network key from reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apolon?
1 EUR per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Apolon?
A daily specials plate (roštilj or soup with bread) at a konoba or bakery is about €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apolon?
Walking is the cheapest way around town; for longer trips, buses cost about €1 per ride within the region. The nearest airport is Podgorica or Tivat – a budget bus from Podgorica costs €10–12.
When is the best time to visit Pljevlja?
June, September: warm days (20–25°C), low rainfall, and the mountains are green without July-August crowds.
Top Attractions in Pljevlja
💡 Come at dusk to hear the call to prayer echo through the old town. Take off shoes before any carpeted areas.
💡 Grab burek from the bakery near the post office and eat it on a bench here. Free public toilets are at the east end.
💡 Women should bring a headscarf and wear clothing covering shoulders and knees. Photography is allowed outside but often restricted inside.
💡 Start at the clock tower and head downhill past the old hammam ruins. The best photo spot is from the footbridge over the Ćehotina River.
💡 Ask the curator to unlock the coin cabinet — there are Venetian and Ottoman coins not on display. Plan 40 minutes.