Lonely PlanetJul 13, 2026
The 11 best beaches in Montenegro in 2026
Montenegro’s tiny coastline has some of the most dazzling beaches in the Balkans. Here are the 11 best beaches in Montenegro.
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- Mogren BeachSightdouble-bayed pebble stretch tucked between cliffs
- Budva BallerinaSightmost-photographed landmark
- Slovenska PlažaSightlong, overdeveloped main beach
- Ploče BeachSightpopular complex with pools and water slides
- Elsewhere
- MiločerSightSveti Stefan, Montenegropinkish pebbly sands, perfect for swimming
- DragoRestaurantSveti Stefan, Montenegromidrange hotel with incredible terraces
- DobrečSightHerceg Novi, Montenegroboat-only beach with excellent water quality
- Drobni PijesakSightRijeka Reževići, Montenegrohidden cove with ground sand
- Beach Bar BalunRestaurantPresjek Beach, Montenegroserves stupendous black risotto
- Queen's BeachSightČanj, Montenegropink-sanded, reachable only by boat
- MurićiSightLake Skadar, Montenegrolakeside beach on Lake Skadar
- Ladies' BeachSightUlcinj, Montenegroquiet, women-only space
- HigoRestaurantUlcinj, Montenegroelevated dining experience amid pine forest
- Velika PlažaSightUlcinj, Montenegro12km-long sandy beach, ideal for kitesurfing
- Dolcinium Kitesurf ClubPlaceUlcinj, Montenegrokitesurfing school
- KiteloopPlaceUlcinj, Montenegrokitesurfing gear rental
- Konoba Kod RankaRestaurantAda Bojana, Montenegrofamily-run restaurant