Contemporary hotel in the heart of Kotor Old Town with stunning views of the bay and mountains. Rooftop restaurant and bar, comfortable modern rooms, and unbeatable location for exploring the UNESCO site.
Hotel Forza Mare occupies a prime position within Kotor's UNESCO-listed Old Town, set inside the medieval Venetian walls just steps from the historic Cathedral of Saint Tryphon and the Piazza of Arms. The surrounding neighbourhood is a labyrinth of marble-paved lanes, centuries-old palaces, and lively piazzas that animate each evening with restaurant terraces and the ambient noise of a working medieval city. The South Gate of the Old Town is roughly a two-minute walk, while the nearest bus stop outside the walls is a five-minute stroll through the fortified entrance.
The building pairs a contemporary interior fit-out with the stone walls and arched ceilings characteristic of Kotor's historic architecture, creating a clean, modern aesthetic without erasing the structure's character. Guest rooms are finished in neutral tones with modern furnishings, quality bedding, and air conditioning; select rooms offer framed views across the rooftops and out toward Kotor Bay.
The rooftop restaurant and bar is the hotel's signature feature, with unobstructed panoramas of the bay, the fortification walls climbing Monte San Giovanni, and the ring of mountains that frame this distinctive Adriatic fjord. Breakfast is served here each morning, doubling as a scenic start to the day before exploring the old town's lanes. The bar opens into the evening for cocktails and local wines, and secures a loyal following from guests and local visitors alike.
No dedicated spa or pool is available on-site, but the compact scale of Kotor Old Town means beaches at Dobrota and Muo are reachable by taxi in under ten minutes. The front desk team is well-versed in local logistics — guided wall climbs, private boat tours of the bay, and transfers to Tivat Airport (roughly 8 km by road) can all be arranged through the property. The hotel is a strong choice for travellers who want to stay inside the walled city rather than at one of the larger resort properties on the outskirts.
Amenities
- rooftop restaurant
- bar
- old town location
- WiFi
- air conditioning
- breakfast
Location
Stari Grad 555, Kotor 85330
42.4239, 18.7715 View on map
Highlights
- Rooftop restaurant and bar with unobstructed panoramic views of Kotor Bay and the surrounding mountain ranges
- Located inside the UNESCO-listed medieval walls, within a two-minute walk of the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon and the main piazza
- Contemporary rooms set within a historic stone building, with select rooms offering rooftop views over the bay
Tips for visiting
- Book a bay-view room several months in advance for summer — the handful of rooms with water views sell out well ahead of peak season
- Walk up the Kotor fortification walls early morning or late afternoon; the ticket booth is a five-minute walk from the hotel and the light is far better outside midday heat
- The rooftop bar fills quickly at sunset in summer — arrive by 7pm to secure a table with unobstructed views before the evening rush