Aman Sveti Stefan

Condoms & Car Crash I recently decided to visit Montenegro, primarily to try out the new Aman. This was definitely the worst Aman I've stayed at and one of my worst hotel experiences overall (and far worse than the stay I had had prior at mamula island by banyan tree), key issues: Used condoms on the private beach, not cleaned up even after pointing out to staff, on 2nd day still trash on the beach. See below Aman private car literally crashed (see below - license plate is "Aman1"), driver was texting while driving and super distracted, resulting in delay that made us miss boarding for our flight Unsafe access - private security chasing people who are 'breaking in' to the private beach Unclean and not modern facilities - chlorine massively used and contaminated 'dipping pool', carpets not cleaned Unprofessional staff, commentings on things like 'The Owner didn't want to invest in the first opening'. Was booked on a ~600 euro tour with a tour guide that barely spoke english. The gym does not even have working treadmills, see above. Due to some of the above issues, the manager of the hotel offered us a voucher for a return stay and stated he would email us with this the day we left. However, the manager did not ever respond to an email and just ghosted us, so that didn't even happen. Good Things: - Food at the main restaurant was good - The setting is somewhat peaceful when tourists are not trying to get into the property - The private beach sea feels very natural

For the final leg of our Montenegro trip, we decided to stay on Sveti Stefan, the country’s most photographed and iconic island. We were genuinely excited when the property announced its reopening and wasted no time making a reservation. We are delighted to report that the experience was nothing short of phenomenal. In fact, this was our best Aman stay of the year, reinforcing our faith in the brand following a couple of rather mediocre experiences earlier this year. To give this review a little more nuance, there are a few things worth understanding about the property. (i) The Island vs Villa Miločer: two very different experiences. The property comprises two distinct areas: Sveti Stefan Island and Villa Miločer, located on the mainland just across from the island. Although both are managed by Aman and share facilities, they offer fundamentally different experiences, with the Island commanding a significant price premium. The Island operates seasonally, typically closing from October through May, while Villa Miločer remains open year-round. We were fortunate to stay just a few weeks before the Island closed for the season. Our recommendation? If your travel dates coincide with the Island’s operating season, we would wholeheartedly recommend staying on the Island itself. The premium is well worth it for the experience. Rest assured, guests staying at either property can access the other’s facilities, although the main spa is located at Villa Miločer rather than on the Island. (ii) An extraordinary island, where no two stays are quite the same. We stayed in Cottage 18, which is regarded as one of the Island’s particularly beautiful cottages. Given its origins as a medieval settlement and former fishing village, the accommodation retains a wonderfully individual character. No two rooms are quite alike, even within the same category, so we would strongly recommend communicating your preferences to the team, particularly if specific views or amenities matter to you. Our cottage featured a beautiful sea-facing terrace and a two-storey layout, with the bedroom upstairs. The main architectural drawback was that the toilet was located downstairs, making nighttime visits somewhat inconvenient. It is also worth noting that the Island may not be suitable for guests with mobility challenges. The experience involves considerable walking and navigating stairs, with no golf-cart access across the Island. But beyond these practical considerations, I genuinely struggle to find the words to describe the beauty of Sveti Stefan. Its distinctive architecture, the Adriatic setting and the sheer character of the place come together in a way that photographs can only begin to capture. It is one of those rare places that you simply have to experience for yourself to believe. (iii) Beyond the service: a genuine connection to the Island and its people. The service was exceptional, and the difference was immediately noticeable as we transitioned from what is

Very picturesque and very closed Nothing there . Not 1 restaurant open Not any toilets 2 bus stops one higher up than the other so there ll be walking walking steps. Waste of a trip out tbh

Arguably the most unique hotel in the world. Its hard to accurately put in to words the charm, atmosphere, historical significance, and intuitive service that all seem to come together so harmoniously. Sure, there are signs the place was closed for years and only just reopened. Certain aspects do appear a bit in need of a refresh, but there's little doubt those creases will be ironed out as Aman reestablishes its presence in this magical location. Thank you to the entire team for taking such good care of us. We will see you again next year!

Queen’s Beach was just spectacular. The water was clear and the whole setting was incredibly beautiful and peaceful. The island itself feels like something straight out of a history book, with so much history everywhere you look. We were amazed by the three historic churches. One of my favorite moments was having dinner at Arva and watching the sunset, the service was top notch, everyone was kind and attentive Such a unique place, with so much history and beauty. We would definitely love to come back