Everything you need to know about Sutomore

The resorts of the Balkan countries can be no less attractive than their Turkish or Black Sea counterparts. But at the same time, clear leaders and outsiders stand out among them. Sutomore was completely undeservedly included in the second group.

The Sutomore resort is located in Montenegro, but it is not yet popular among Russian tourists. The main reason for this is the acute shortage of hotel rooms. The dominant part of accommodation places for visitors is apartments, flats and private houses. People with income can afford to spend time in a villa. A feature of the resort is therefore the fact that you will have to book accommodation on the Internet, moreover, in advance.

Mostly those who rely on independent rest go to Sutomore. Refusal to help travel companies can save quite substantial money.

Based on the weather conditions, we can confidently say that the official holiday season begins in May. But not everything is as simple as it might seem. The Adriatic Sea is quite cold, and it also has rather cold deep currents. Therefore, for lovers of strictly comfortable leisure, it makes sense to go to this resort not earlier than the second decade of June.... Then you can safely swim, without fear of health consequences, even for those who have it not too strong.

Of course, this restriction does not apply to those who are thoroughly seasoned and wish to arrive in Sutomore early. However, they still go to the Balkans mainly for the sake of pleasure.And therefore the massive start of the season falls precisely on June 10-15, it is then that the school year ends in Montenegrin schools, so the beaches become much more crowded. The air warms up to 25 degrees. It gets cooler in the evening (about 23 degrees), which is a pleasure for people.

July days in Sutomore are also quite pleasant. The air warms up to 30 degrees, and many believe that this is the ideal time. But August in this part of Montenegro is usually characterized by heat, the temperature at some moments rises to 35 degrees during the day, so from 11 to 17 hours there are fewer people on the streets. At the same time, very warm water (up to 25 degrees) will please.

September in Sutomore is the velvet season. The heat is receding, the air warms up to 25 degrees, and the sea to 23 degrees. But in the second half of the month, the weather can get worse. Rains and even storms come.

On the territory of Sutomore, you can not only lie on the beaches, but also see a number of attractive places. About a kilometer to the northwest are the ruins of a 15th century fortress, Hai-Nehai. The place itself is famous for its church, which has Orthodox and Catholic altars at the same time.

The beaches of Sutomore are close to 2500 m in length, each of them is distinguished by its cleanliness and arrangement. The main beach area is approximately 800 m. This is the only stretch of the coast covered with sand and small pebbles. The size of the "wild" beaches is significantly inferior to the main beach, but not in beauty. It is there that you can retire and really enjoy the "wild" rest. The range of offers for vacationers is pretty typical. It includes:

• flights over the sea;
• catamaran trips;
• riding a tablet;
• scuba diving.

Various cafes and restaurants are constantly operating near the beach areas. It is recommended to visit a wide variety of establishments, because the menu can vary greatly. There are also souvenir shops and shops with themed paraphernalia nearby. For excursions and for independent visits, the ruins of the monastery of St. Mary, as well as Lake Skadar, are equally recommended.

It is not difficult to visit the islands - many boats and catamarans get there. The territory of Sutomore itself boasts old buildings. They were built from stone quarried in the vicinity of the city. The same stone was used in the construction of local pavements. Visitors to Sutomore with children are advised to simply walk along the streets, bays and surrounding forests, enjoy the view of steep rocks.

The local fish market allows you to buy a wide variety of seafood produced by Montenegrin fishermen. Unlike supermarkets, the market is very easy to bargain. You can cut costs by up to 50% with luck. At the same time, it is better to plan a visit to the market in the morning hours. Then you can get the freshest fish caught at night.

The range of excursions from Sutomore is quite large. A paragliding flight over Budva deserves attention. Takeoff will take place from the Becici resort. An individual boat excursion (including dives) will start in Budva itself. Additionally, they will also offer:

• fishing in the sea;
• fishing on the mountain lake Pivskoe;
• access to Skadar Lake by speedboat;
• boat trip along the Bay of Kotor on a sailboat (galleon).

Of other excursions, the "Heart of Montenegro" draws attention. It involves visiting the city of Cetinje, which is culturally and historically valuable. There you can see palaces, temple buildings. From this city, tourists head to the village of Njegushi, where they will show the cooking process and offer to evaluate the achievements of national cuisine. From Njegushi, the bus will go to Boka Kotorska Bay, on the way you can see the most beautiful landscapes.

The final point of the excursion is a visit to Perast and to the island of the Holy Mother of God, famous for its unusual structures.

The Canyons excursion program is a good alternative. It is aimed at acquainting vacationers not with cultural, but with natural sights. A visit to the Skadar Lake, Moraca and Tara canyons will be organized according to the rules.

Travelers will also be pleased with the arched Djurdzhevich bridge, 13th century monastery, mountain roads, Black Lake, national park. Sea excursions are organized from Sutomore (for which ships and boats are used).

Travelers can explore amazing views of the coast, bays, islands and ancient villages (villages). Maximum attention is paid to Kotor, where the ship stops for 60 minutes so that passengers can see the ancient streets live.

One day boat excursion includes visit to Budva and Petrovac... Additionally, you will experience the charm of crossing the Adriatic Sea. The boat trip to the sandy beach of the Queen is also attractive. Boats move between the two points daily. They hit the road in the morning, and in the evening they bring tourists back.

It is very pleasant to talk about excursions. But it is equally important to know what hotels are waiting in Sutomore, and what you can count on when visiting them. Hotels and apartments are designed to accommodate tourists. Based on the generally accepted international scale, in Sutomore, on average, leisure time corresponds to the level of 3 stars.

All visitors point out that comfort is guaranteed anywhere in the resort. The downgraded rating is mainly due to the fact that the furnishings in the rooms and suites are not very luxurious. An attractive offer is Saga Del Mare... They pay at least 50 euros per night. The way to the beach is about 1 minute. The private beach strip is reliably protected from the penetration of strangers. Free Wi-Fi is provided. The apartments in Saga Del Mare are air conditioned and equipped with kitchens with:

• refrigerators;
• plate;
• kettle.

Guests will also be offered barbecue accessories. You can easily order a car rental or go snorkeling from the administration. Much cheaper (from 16 euros) accommodation in Apartments Sosic. The decrease in fees is due to the fact that the road to the beach is 9 minutes. Part of the apartments Sosic contains kitchens. Barbecue facilities are required. Free parking is available to customers.

From Apartments Sergej the road to the sea will take about 6 minutes. 800 meters separates guests who paid 38 euros from the city center... Guests are offered air-conditioned rooms with balconies, bathrooms, personal kitchens. Free Wi-Fi allows you to claim that this hotel is of international class. There is a grocery store nearby and a pizzeria.

From individual villas, it is recommended to visit Apartments Aleksic. The distance to the beach strip is approximately 1 kilometer. Therefore, the road there is no more than 10 minutes. Each room, including the studio category, is equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom and Wi-Fi. Access to the surrounding markets and shops is easy. The way to the railway and car stations does not exceed 10 minutes.

It is pertinent to complete the review at Apartments Blagoje. Renting a room there costs from 20 euros. It will take 9 minutes to get to the beach. The property is surrounded by a garden with barbecue accessories. Studio rooms are complemented by balconies and air conditioning systems. Free Wi-Fi is provided. 100% of the rooms of this class are equipped with miniature kitchens with stoves and refrigerators.

To come to Sutomore itself from the airport or get out somewhere, you should use regular buses or a train (from Podgorica). A number of routes connecting the main centers of the country and coastal resorts run through Sutomore. Taxi services are also in demand, although they are more expensive.

Judging by the evaluations of vacationers, a visit to Sutomore will be great for family leisure. Transfer from the airport does not exceed 30 or 40 minutes, even with heavy traffic. The path runs almost along the coast. Therefore, children will be distracted by the excellent view from the windows of the car.

On the main city beach you will be able to "take a position" only if you get up "before dawn", that is, around 8 o'clock in the morning. Please note that it is not recommended to sunbathe between 11 and 16 o'clock - then the sun is the most dangerous, especially for children. In any case, don't come to the beach without sunscreen and parasols, which you can buy all over the place.

Holidays at this resort are affordable. Those arriving in September should take into account that it can be quite chilly at night. As former travelers say, it is possible to walk comfortably in the evening hours only in a sweatshirt or jeans. Daytime is accompanied by air warming up to a fairly significant temperature. But at the same time, the sun does not burn, and you can be on the beach from morning to evening.

For those who like to swim for a long time, it is better to go to Sutomore in July-August. The rest of the time the water is slightly colder. But the evening weather at the end of summer is characterized as suitable for walking along the embankments and for visiting the coastal bar. Please note that it is recommended to use special sturdy shoes for swimming, as the bottom is usually rocky and there is a possibility of stepping on the sea urchin.

The beaches and surroundings of the coastal town are pretty clean. Travelers point out that Sutomore's restaurants correspond only to the lower level by European standards. It is worth considering that the beaches and embankments are located below, and all housing is in high places. Therefore, getting to the hotel from the sea is not very comfortable if you also have to move the stroller with children.

Food in Sutomore is at a very high level. There is almost no difference in quality and prices in individual establishments. Especially good marks are given to the Izvor restaurant, from where you can see the sea. Traveling to the resort after September 15, which is understandable, is not recommended.

If a large family with children travels to Sutomore, then it is more profitable and more practical for them to stay not in a hotel, but in an apartment. As for entertainment for children, the amusement park near the embankment is a good choice. The youth audience will be satisfied with water activities, scooter rides and excursions. Experts advise visiting local open-air discos. The resort is recommended both for respectable people and for elderly vacationers in need of measured leisure.

To summarize, we can say this: Sutomore is a resort for those who do not want to overpay. The conditions are rather similar to the Black Sea coast. Importantly, the majority of local residents speak Russian, especially those who work in the tourism sector.

An overview of the city through the eyes of a vacationer, see below.