Name: Unfortunately, the pasta served at this establishment is not worth the lengthy wait time of 40 minutes.
Item: Rafaello beach
Rating: 2
Author: Nikolas Karamanlis

About Gruda

Gruda village is located in Dubrovnik-Neretva Croatia, and famous for its magnificent mountain scenery and turquoise waters of an incredible deep color! It seems that nature created it for one purpose - to make your vacation unforgettable!

Nearest beaches in Gruda

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Rafaello beach

Igalo 1 km

Good

7.6

Beach resort • Easy access • Gray pebble • Turquoise water • Small free area • Very crowded

6.7 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Zal beach

Donji Obod 0.3 km

Good

7.2

Beach resort • Easy access • Gray pebble • Small free area • Crowded in season • Distant parking

7.3 Amenities index

Pasjaca beach

Popovici 1 km

Good

7.2

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Crowded in season • Distant parking

1.6 Amenities index

Stara Banja

Igalo 0.4 km

Pleasant

6.7

Hotel guests only • Hotel beach • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

5.6 Amenities index

Molunat beach

Metale 0.2 km

Pleasant

6.5

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Light fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

4.4 Amenities index

Cista Luka beach

Donji Obod 0.3 km

Tolerable

5.5

Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Light pebble • Turquoise pure water • Aqua socks necessarily

1 Amenities index

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Popular types of Gruda beaches

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches.

The best beaches in small bays in Gruda

Rafaello beach

7.6

Beach resort, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise water

Montenegro, Igalo 1 km

Stara Banja

6.7

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Montenegro, Igalo 0.4 km

Molunat beach

6.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Croatia, Metale 0.2 km

Cista Luka beach

5.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water

Croatia, Donji Obod 0.3 km

Palma's beach

4.9

Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water, Concrete bottom

Croatia, Metale 0.1 km

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The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Gruda, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of village are mainly narrow. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Pebbly beaches dominate the rest!

As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.

Usually, the depth increases normally. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

A not-so-pleasant feature of the beaches in Gruda is the high density of boats, yachts, or other watercraft on some of them. There are about 5 such beaches, but this may vary depending on the season. If this is a concern for you, we recommend carefully checking the beaches of interest for this issue using our Boat filter.

Latest reviews on Gruda's beaches

Rafaello beach

2 Nikolas Karamanlis

Unfortunately, the pasta served at this establishment is not worth the lengthy wait time of 40 minutes.

Zal beach

10 Nathan Ross

This breathtaking beach is a natural wonder that will leave you in awe. It's a public beach with a rocky terrain, but don't worry - there are plenty of sunbeds available for hire. If you're looking for a bit more space, be sure to grab a sunbed. The prices are incredibly affordable, so you won't have to break the bank. There's an endless array of activities to keep you entertained, and the food and drink options are plentiful. The water is so clear that you can see all the way to the bottom, making for an unforgettable early morning swim. And the sunsets here are absolutely stunning - a sight you won't want to miss.

Pasjaca beach

10 Kieran Lendal

This exceptional destination is a must-see for all beach lovers. The beach is tucked away and can only be accessed by descending steep stairs. Once you arrive, venture to the right of the beach and discover a vast, rocky cave that can be explored while swimming.

Stara Banja

2 Lysandra Vasilievna

Very poor food!

Molunat beach

10 Zyla18

The best spot for swimming is on the left side of the beach facing the town, as the water is very clean and reasonably deep, with a depth of around 3-4 meters. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience.

Cista Luka beach

10 Renzo Kessler

This charming beach is a perfect spot for families and couples to enjoy. We spent a delightful half-day here, relishing the warm sun and taking refreshing dips in the water. There's plenty of entertainment available, including a medium-sized aqua park that my little boy adored, as well as rock pools for crabbing. For those seeking adventure, there are options for kayak, pedalo, and speed boat hire, as well as boats departing for Dubrovnik every 45 minutes and island tours. There are bars on-site where you can grab some delicious food and drinks, and a small shop where you can purchase beverages and receive a complimentary plastic cup. The sun bed hire is very reasonable, priced at 45-50 kuna for the day, but it may increase slightly as the season progresses. I highly recommend this beach for anyone looking for a fun and relaxing day in the sun.

The warmest month during the year in this area is August, with the air temperature rising up to 27.7°C and the water temperature up to 26.5°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 8.3°C and the water temperature down to 15.2°C.