Perast

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Perast
Perast
Perast
Perast
Perast

Change pace from the busier resorts with a trip to this tranquil town, where you can explore the many churches and visit islands.

With a range of religious sights and a pair of fascinating islands, Perast is a charming village on the spectacular Montenegro Coast. It attracts sightseers with intriguing activities and historic relics. Tour its dozen or more palazzos, churches and the fascinating ruins dotted around the historic center.

Among the highlights is St. Nicholas’ Church, which overlooks a plaza of statues and date palms. Pay the fee to climb to the top of the belfry and appreciate the view.

Enjoy the hot summers by sunbathing on one of the concrete docks. Take a boat trip on the Bay of Kotor to Our Lady of the RocksOpens in a new window island, which hosts a church containing myriad works of art. Walk the perimeter of the small islet in a few minutes and stop for a look around the gift shop and museum. Join in the local tradition of throwing rocks into the water, a custom that derives from legends surrounding the church’s inception.

You can also visit St. George Island for the St. George Benedictine Monastery, which dates back to the 1100s. Wander through the graveyard where the remains of Perast’s former noble class are buried. Snap photos of the monastery with a stunning backdrop of green mountains and sparkling blue bay. In the winter months, snow covers the peaks of the glorious mountains that enclose the town.

Use Perast as a quiet base to visit some of the larger resorts, such as the walled town of KotorOpens in a new window as well as Budva, which is known as the Miami of Montenegro, in reference to its popular beaches and energetic nightlife.

Find the village on the Montenegro Coast in the northwestern part of the country. Fly to nearby Tivat Airport and drive north for 12 miles (20 kilometers) to get to the town. Other nearby airports include those of Podgorica and DubrovnikOpens in a new window.

Perast is a peaceful alternative to the bright lights of other cities and vast resorts along the Mediterranean Sea.

Heritage Grand Perast By Rixos

Heritage Grand Perast By Rixos

5 out of 5
Marka Martinovica, S/N, Perast
$282 nightly
The price is $323 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$323 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Perast. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
"Amazing location- fantastic staff in all areas - friendly, professional and nothing too much - highly recommend"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Heritage Grand Perast By Rixos
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Hotel and Restaurant CONTE

2.5 out of 5
Obala kapetana Marka Martinovica BB, Perast, MNE
$170 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$198 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Perast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kotor Bay and Porto Montenegro are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Breathtaking scenery. Quiet area. Great dining options."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

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Heritage Hotel Leon Coronato

Heritage Hotel Leon Coronato

3.5 out of 5
Ulica Marka Martinovica 117, Perast, Kotor
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Perast. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Kotor Bay and Porto Montenegro ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"Has to be one of the best hotels to stay in. Fabulous location. Really super helpful staff. Loved it !!!"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Heritage Hotel Leon Coronato
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Step to Kotor Bay Perast

Step to Kotor Bay Perast

3.5 out of 5
Perast bb, Perast, Kotor Municipality
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Perast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kotor Bay and Porto Montenegro ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Fabulous location!
"The room was very nice with a great view and balcony. The staff was very nice and so helpful. Location was perfect too! We loved that we can just walk down the steps and we are along the water. Two small markets just minutes away too.The Lady of the Rock is also very close and a $5 Euro boat ride ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Step to Kotor Bay Perast
 Casa Collection

Casa Collection

3 out of 5
Tivat Heights Access Road, Kotor, Kotor Municipality
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kotor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (115 reviews)
"Amazing place with a beautiful view but away from everything. Staff were so so helpful and nice. Amazing service."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Casa Collection
Bayview Hills Luxury Residences

Bayview Hills Luxury Residences

4 out of 5
Tivat Heights Access Road, Kotor, Kotor Municipality
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Kotor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
Two days in the Kotor hills
"Really lovely hotel. Pool and view worth the stay on it's own. Rooms are lovely air conditioned and the hotel taxi service to the old town Kotor and the cable car was incredibly helpful. The wasps around the pool were a bit of an irritant but that was the only negative during our stay"

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Bayview Hills Luxury Residences
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