7 of the Best Wedding Venues in Montenegro
Located in the Balkans, the stunning country of Montenegro is known for its picturesque mountains, lakes, beaches and bays, topped off with a wonderfully warm Mediterranean climate and an abundance of long days of sunshine. Celebrated for its UNESCO World Heritage Site the Bay of Kotor, along this stretch of coastline you’ll find chilled harbour towns, quaint fishing villages and medieval fortified towns such as Kotor and Herceg Novi. With plenty of venues positioned right on the waterfront, it’s a memorable spot to get married and also a bit of hidden gem when it comes to weddings in Europe!
Below we’ve listed out 7 of our favourite wedding venues in Montenegro to help get you inspired.
1. Talici Hill
A carefully restored 17th century family-owned and operated villa, Talici Hill is set against a beautiful mountainous backdrop and surrounded by rich Mediterranean vegetation, olive groves, fruits and vegetable gardens. Close to numerous beaches, kite surfing clubs, national parks, hiking trails and tourist attractions, you and your guests can benefit from an abundance of entertainment on the days surrounding your wedding day. As a 400 square metre coastal stone villa, it can sleep up to 18 guests across its 7 luxurious bedrooms, with beautiful communal areas including a lounge area with TV, fire pit and sea view wood swing, plus a lovely terrace that is perfect for an al fresco wedding reception.
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2. Villa Stari Mlin
Hidden away in the hilltops overlooking the Bay of Kotor, Villa Stari Mlin has a stunning vantage point. As a 400 year old olive mill that has been fully restored and modernised, it features a large terrace, pool and accommodation for up to 10 guests. Say your ‘I Do’s’ in front of their stone villa or at the Old Guvno, a historic threshing barn. It can host up to 30 guests for a wedding and is located less than half an hour from the international airport of Tivat.
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3. Savina Winery
Located right at the entrance to the Bay of Kotor by the Savina Monastery, you’ll find the well loved Savina Winery. Family owned and run, it is the only wine producing establishment on the coast of Montenegro. Perfect for intimate weddings, it has incredible views of Herceg Novi, which you can enjoy as you dine outside on the terrace looking out to sea.
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Source: Chic Event Agency
4. Hotel Conte
Nestled in the small town of Perast, a quaint and pretty UNESCO World Heritage town filled with rich history and heritage, the stunning Hotel Conte is surrounded by Venetian style architecture on one side and beautiful views of the bay on the other. As one of the most popular wedding venues in Montenegro, they have a lovely waterfront terrace which is perfect for a romantic dinner reception outside. Alternatively they also have an indoor 17th century function room that is reminiscent of a lavish aristocratic hall, for if the weather isn’t on your side. There’s an abundance of quaint spots nearby to host your ceremony, including Our Lady of the Rocks church, Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Most Holy Mother of God, The Old Perast Square and Our Lady Temple in Prcanj. They also have rooms and apartments available, with large apartments that can sleep up to 8 guests, each with their own private entrances, courtyards and jacuzzis.
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Source: Hotel Conte
5. Lazure Marina and Hotel
Positioned between the lush Orjen Mountains and the Adriatic Sea, the pretty Lazure Marina and Hotel is built on the former 18th century Venetian Lazaret that has been carefully and meticulously restored. Located at the entrance of the Kotor Bay and near the medieval city of Herceg Novi, it’s a 5 star hotel with 24 bedrooms and suites available, along with two restaurants too. The venue can seat up to 210 guests for both the ceremony and the reception and has multiple indoor and outdoor options available. These include 2 terraces, 2 courtyards, a newly restored historic chapel, a Wedding Park and Banquet Hall, so you’ll be spoilt for choice on where to host your wedding day. The venue has direct access onto a sandstone beach and Lazure beach bar, and also benefits from a swimming pool, spa, fitness facilities, jacuzzi and hammam.
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6. Admiral Hotel
A beautiful 18th century Baroque mansion with panoramic views of the Kotor Bay, the traditional Admiral Hotel has been restored and modernised with all the necessary creature comforts, including air conditioned rooms, flat screen TVs and wifi. The venue also has bicycle and car rental, so you can do plenty of exploring on the days surrounding your wedding. Host your wedding within either their Dining Room or out on their waterfront terrace, and have your nearest stay within one of their 8 bedrooms.
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7. Aman Resort
Nestled in the breathtakingly beautiful tiny islet of Sveti Stefan, you’ll find the luxurious Aman Resort. Host your wedding within their pretty Villa Miločer, a graceful stone residence that was the former home of Queen Marija Karađorđević, with views out onto their pink stone beach. Surrounded on three sides by dense forests of cedar, pine and olive trees, it feels wonderfully atmospheric and tucked away. The venue is filled with plenty of stunning communal spaces including an airy living room, expansive dining room and a sprawling book filled library, along with plenty of elegant suites set across a collection of 15th century cottages. Make the most of their beautiful wisteria covered Loggia, with breathtaking views out to sea whilst you and you guests dine on classic and contemporary dishes from the Adriatic region. Featuring a curated and elegant menu, their selection is driven by seasonal produce and the freshest locally caught seafood.
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