Aman Sveti Stefan Island

Montenegro

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A fortified island village, and a royal residence on the Adriatic Aman Sveti Stefan is a story in two parts. One is a beautifully preserved 15th-century fishing village on a fortified islet; the other, on the mainland, is the shore-side former summer home of the Queen Maria of Yugoslavia – a rustic retreat and a royal residence connected by an isthmus.

Location

Aman Sveti Stefan is most easily reached from Tivat Airport (TIV) as well as from Podgorica (TGD) and Dubrovnik (DBV) airports.

Aman Sveti Stefan, located south of Budva, sits along Montenegro’s magnificent stretch of coastline and overlooks the Adriatic sea.

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Aman Sveti Stefan historic properties occupy an 80-acre patch of Montenegro’s wildly beautiful coast, including three idyllic swimming pools and a trio of pink-sand beaches that are among the most beautiful on the Adriatic.

  • 80-acre coastal estate with a 15th-century island fortress and the 19th-century Villa Milocer set on the mainland
  • Three idyllic beaches, including the private, picturesque Queen’s Beach set in seclusion beside an emerald lagoon
  • Beautifully preserved rooms, suites and individual fishermen’s cottages overlooking the deep blue Adriatic
  • Dine outdoors shaded by pines and white parasols or on stone terraces draped with lilac-coloured wisteria, overlooking the bay
  • The Aman Spa, in a secluded bay backed by pinewoods, offers personalised wellbeing programmes, visiting wellness specialists and hydrotherapy suites
  • Discover the natural surroundings with tailor-made private excursions including hiking, private lake cruises and sailing trips

Accommodation

Aman Sveti Stefan is divided between Sveti Stefan island and Villa Milocer on the mainland. While the island and its facilities are open seasonally from 29 April to 14 October, Villa Milocer and the Aman Spa on the mainland remain open year-round.

Sveti Stefan Island. Cobbled lanes, shaded courtyards and 600-year-old red-tiled roofs connect the meticulously restored dwellings.

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Villa Milocer. The 19th century Villa Milocer is surrounded by some 800 olive trees and ancient forests of pine and cedar

A fortified village dating back to the 15th century, the island of Sveti Stefan is a uniquely atmospheric setting of cobbled lanes, handsome courtyards and serene sea views. The hand-restored stone buildings house the 51 Rooms, Cottages and Suites on the island, each one individually styled to showcase original details and to harmonise with the centuries of history that give the isle its inimitable charm

Once the summer residence of Queen Marija Karadjordjevic, Villa Milocer overlooks the Adriatic Sea from its position on the mainland, and is embraced on three sides by dense forests of cedar, pine and olive trees. The stone-walled manse is home to elegant Suites as well as the airy communal Living Room, expansive Meeting Room and book-filled Library. 

Dining

There are manifold restaurants and dining options available at Aman Sveti Stefan, both on Sveti Island and at Villa Milocer.

Arva restaurant. Spanning two-tiered terraces on Sveti Stefan Island, with a sea view from every table, Arva is a fine-dining experience inspired by the culinary heritage and convivial dining culture of Italy. 

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Open for dinner from May to October, Arva’s kitchen transforms the finest of Montenegro’s seasonal ingredients into satisfying sharing platters and boldly flavoured fresh pasta, seafood dishes and organic vegetables.

The Piazza restaurant. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Piazza is the social hub of life on Sveti Stefan Island, where guests come to dine, drink and relax in an enchanting open-air setting. It comprises a quartet of venues, including a bar, enoteca, which celebrates local wines; antipasti bar, and taverna, which serves rustic Mediterranean menus showcasing fresh organic produce.

Rakija Bar. The quintessential spot to admire the sun setting over the sea and watch the lights of Budva town twinkling across the water, Rakija is Sveti Stefan Island’s main bar. Attached to Arva restaurant, it offers an extensive and inventive signature cocktail menu that celebrates local spirits – such as the rakija fruit brandy that gives the bar its name.

Cliff Pool Bar. Set beside the idyllic adults-only infinity pool on Sveti Island, the Cliff Pool Bar serves light snacks and refreshments throughout the day. Surrounded by pine trees, the bar and poolside take in the sublime panorama of the Adriatic and Budva Bay, making this especially well suited to special events and celebrations.

Villa Milocer Restaurant. Open for all-day dining year-round, the restaurant on the mainland is spread over an indoor dining room and a wisteria-draped loggia for dining alfresco, looking out over King’s Beach and its azure sea. The menu promises a tasting tour of the Adriatic, taking in classic and contemporary dishes from across the region.

Queen’s Beach Grill. Available only to resort guests, the grill is a casual dining venue at Queen's Beach. Serving fresh Mediterranean fare including pizza, fresh salads, and fish and seafood cooked to order, the Queen’s Beach kitchen is ideal for a laidback lunch at the beach.

The wine of Aman Sveti Stefan. Montenegro’s rare Vranac vines produces a unique dry red wine, with an extraordinary flavour distinct to the Balkans. A distant ancestor of zinfandel and primitivo, the grape’s name means ‘black stallion’ – a nod to its powerful flavour. In collaboration with local winemaker Goran Radevic of the Radevic Estate, Aman is proud to help preserve this exceptional variety in its signature wine, Aman Sveti Stefan Vranac – available to enjoy at all restaurants.

SPA & Wellness

Looking out across the blue of the Adriatic, the green lawns of Villa Milocer, and the rose-gold sands of Queen’s Beach, the Aman Spa cultivates a sense of profound privacy and restorative calm. Treatments draw upon Montenegro’s age-old tradition of the wild harvest, drawing on more than 650 medicinal herbs. Wellness and Fitness at Aman Sveti Stefan.

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  • Standalone Aman Spa on Queen’s Beach, with four double treatment rooms
  • 24-metre indoor-outdoor spa pool and three hydrotherapy areas with steam rooms, saunas, and cold-plunge pools
  • Dedicated spa cottages on Sveti Island
  • Finishing salon, offering manicures, pedicures and hairstyling
  • Fully equipped fitness centre and Pilates/yoga studio
  • Extensive spa menu including Aman Signature treatments and incorporating wild Montenegrin herbs and flowers

The healing power of water. The Aman Sveti Stefan spa celebrates the restorative effect of water in its sea-view setting, body treatments and state-of-the-art facilities, with a trio of hydrotherapy suites offering scrubs, wraps and baths to rejuvenate the skin and reawaken the senses. Lined in slate and walled in glass, the pool is the spa’s crowning glory, spanning from indoors to out.

Fitness training and bodywork. Spread over 140m2, the extensive fitness centre is fitted with advanced Technogym cardiovascular and weight-training equipment. The resort’s resident personal trainers are on hand for personalised workout programmes, including private kickboxing classes and bespoke bodywork sessions including yoga and Pilates in the dedicated studio space.

Rehydrate, massage, cleanse and calm. The spa’s signature Adriatic Rejuvenation treatment takes full advantage of the abundance of medicinal herbs and organic healing ingredients growing wild on Montenegro’s coast. After an oat-milk soak to rehydrate the skin, the spa’s massage therapists apply an exfoliating blend of mint-infused olive oil, wild honey and raw sugar to cleanse and moisturise, then use lavender and palmarosa oils to leave the body rebalanced and the mind calm.

Aman Skincare. Used in many of Aman Sveti Stefan’s spa therapies, the Aman Skincare family of products and rituals is built on the knowledge and wisdom of ancient wellness traditions and the healing power of nature. Grouped into three unique formulations – Grounding, Purifying and Nourishing – the product range is now available for guests to take home.

Activities

Adventures and experiences at Aman Sveti Stefan. A ruggedly beautiful Adriatic coastline, interlaced with hidden coves and beaches and studded with ancient towns. Away from the sea, a wild mountain landscape of forested valleys, vineyards and vast lakes. From Aman Sveti Stefan, travellers have access to Unesco-preserved medieval heritage, authentic cultural and culinary experiences and all the breath-snatching adventure of one of Europe’s most naturally spectacular settings.

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Ancient towns and Unesco treasures. Dating back to the 5th century BC, the winding cobblestone streets of Budva lead explorers to the heart of Montenegro’s cultural heritage. Further north, in the famously picturesque fjord of Boka Bay, Kotor – a Unesco World Heritage site – offers an opportunity to lose oneself in the uniquely rich and engaging history of the beautifully preserved medieval town.

 

Explore the wildlife of Lake Skadar. Encircled by mountains and topped with water lilies, the glassy expanse of Lake Skadar is the largest freshwater body in Southern Europe, and home to more than 280 species of bird – include rarely seen creatures such as the Dalmatian pelican and the Black ibis. Cruise across the water by boat and savour the serenity of the hills, the sound of birdsong, and the sight of historic fortresses and monasteries ensconced on the forest shores. Stop for a swim, or pause to picnic on local delicacies.

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Pebble beaches, sandy shores. Aman Sveti Stefan’s trio of beaches provide idyllic settings for sunbathing and swimming in the warm clear waters of the Adriatic. The pink-pebble curve of Sveti Stefan Beach, set with sun loungers, spans 170 metres along the isthmus. On the mainland, beside Villa Milocer, King’s Beach is the largest; whereas the scalloped shores of Queen’s Beach – private to the resort – are set in seclusion beside an emerald lagoon, one of the most enchanting locations on Montenegro’s coast.

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Discover Radevic wine estate. Discover Vranac (‘black stallion’), one of the oldest and least-known grape varieties in the world – a distant ancestor of zinfandel and primitivo. On his vineyard estate outside Podgorica, winemaker Goran Radevic cultivates Vranac vines, transforming the coal-black grapes into powerful, earthy wines of great character and complexity – and the signature wine of Aman Sveti Stefan. Guests are invited to visit the Radevic winery, see organic and sustainable viticulture in action, and sample a few vintages of Montenegro’s extraordinary red.

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