Lonely PlanetJul 13The 11 best beaches in Montenegro in 2026Montenegro’s tiny coastline has some of the most dazzling beaches in the Balkans. Here are the 11 best beaches in Montenegro.most-photographed landmark17 things in this storyMogren BeachSightdouble-bayed pebble stretch tucked between cliffsBudva BallerinaSightmost-photographed landmarkSlovenska PlažaSightlong, overdeveloped main beachPloče BeachSightpopular complex with pools and water slidesElsewhereMiločerSightSveti Stefan, Montenegropinkish pebbly sands, perfect for swimmingDragoRestaurantSveti Stefan, Montenegromidrange hotel with incredible terracesDobrečSightHerceg Novi, Montenegroboat-only beach with excellent water qualityDrobni PijesakSightRijeka Reževići, Montenegrohidden cove with ground sandBeach Bar BalunRestaurantPresjek Beach, Montenegroserves stupendous black risottoQueen's BeachSightČanj, Montenegropink-sanded, reachable only by boatMurićiSightLake Skadar, Montenegrolakeside beach on Lake SkadarLadies' BeachSightUlcinj, Montenegroquiet, women-only spaceHigoRestaurantUlcinj, Montenegroelevated dining experience amid pine forestVelika PlažaSightUlcinj, Montenegro12km-long sandy beach, ideal for kitesurfingDolcinium Kitesurf ClubPlaceUlcinj, Montenegrokitesurfing schoolKiteloopPlaceUlcinj, Montenegrokitesurfing gear rentalKonoba Kod RankaRestaurantAda Bojana, Montenegrofamily-run restaurantRead the full piece at Lonely Planet →