Krimovica — Your Authentic Montenegro Base
Krimovica is a small Montenegrin village perched on the hillside between Budva and Kotor. No tourist crowds, no noise — just stone houses, Mediterranean gardens, and panoramic views of the Adriatic. Yet the best beaches and old towns are minutes away.
Location
Krimovica sits at approximately 200 metres elevation on the ridge between the Bay of Kotor to the north and the open Adriatic to the south. The main Budva–Kotor road passes through the village, making it a natural crossroads. Budva Old Town is 10 minutes south, Kotor Old Town is 15 minutes north, and Jaz Beach is 3 minutes downhill. The elevation gives the village cooler evenings than the coast — a genuine advantage in July and August when coastal towns can be stifling at night. From the higher points in the village, you can see the sea, the mountains, and on clear days, the outline of Italy across the Adriatic.
Why Stay Here Instead of the Coast
The honest answer: value, peace, and parking. A comparable apartment in Budva Old Town costs €80–120 per night; in Krimovica, Mata Apartments starts at €35. Budva is noisy until 4am in summer; Krimovica is silent except for crickets and birdsong. Parking in Budva costs €2–3 per hour and spaces are scarce; Mata Apartments has free private parking. The trade-off is that you need a car — but you need a car anyway to visit the beaches and day trip destinations that make Montenegro special. Krimovica gives you the best of both worlds: a quiet, authentic base with instant access to everything.
Restaurant Carevic
The village restaurant is a genuine local institution. Run by the Carevic family for decades, it serves traditional Montenegrin cuisine — slow-grilled lamb, fresh trout, homemade bread baked under a sač (iron bell), local cheese, and house wine from the family vineyard. A full meal for two with wine costs €25–35, roughly half what you would pay in Budva or Kotor for comparable quality. The terrace has views over the valley. It is where locals celebrate birthdays and where returning visitors eat on their first night. No website, no Instagram — just excellent food and warm hospitality.
Mata Apartments
Three fully equipped apartments in the heart of Krimovica. Sunset View (upper floor, balcony with garden and sea views, €35–50/night), Sea Breeze (ground floor, separate living area, €35–50/night), and Family Suite (largest, garden access, €40–60/night). All include free WiFi, air conditioning, full kitchen, TV, and free private parking. The apartments are modern and clean, renovated in 2024, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Book directly at apartmentsmata.com — no booking fees, no middleman.
Getting Around
A car is essential in Krimovica. The village is not served by public transport, and while taxis are available (€5–8 to Budva, €10–12 to Kotor), having your own car gives you the freedom to beach-hop and explore at your own pace. The main road through the village connects directly to both Budva and Kotor. Roads are well-maintained. If you are flying in, Tivat Airport is 20 minutes away and car rental is available at the terminal (book in advance for summer). Podgorica Airport is 1.5 hours away with more flight options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Krimovica?
Krimovica is a village on the Budva Riviera between Budva (10 min) and Kotor (15 min), at about 200m elevation with Adriatic views. Jaz Beach is 3 minutes away.
Is there public transport to Krimovica?
No, a car is essential. Mata Apartments includes free parking. Tivat Airport is 20 minutes away with car rental available.
What is there to do in Krimovica itself?
Krimovica is a quiet village — the appeal is the location. Eat at Restaurant Carevic, enjoy the views, and use it as a base for beaches, old towns, and day trips all within minutes.
Stay at Mata Apartments
3 apartments in Krimovica from €35/night. Free parking, WiFi, sea views.
