Lopud 1483

Newly available for exclusive takeovers, this Franciscan monastery embraces the building’s origins as a place of sanctity, cultural development and learning.

Situated just off the coast of Dubrovnik lies the car-free Croatian island of Lopud, perhaps the prettiest settlement of all the Elaphiti islands. It’s here that you will discover a 15th century monastery that has been lovingly transformed over the last two decades into a breath-taking boutique hotel. Comprised of five exquisite and uniquely designed suites for your exclusive use, it offers you the unique opportunity to ‘live like a collector’, as it is said to house the world’s largest privately owned art collection after Queen Elizabeth II.

A resident chef can cater to all of your dining desires and whether you’re looking for a focus on wellness, active pursuits or culture, your stay can be personalised to suit the tastes of the group. Although only an hour by boat from Dubrovnik, here you’ll find a completely different pace of life to the city. Explore the hiking trails, sandy beaches and the Black Horizon Art Pavilion, or take to the water for a private boat trip around the island. Practice mindfulness in the sacred garden – a contemplative pathway with nine stops designed to allow you to connect to the deeper teachings of plant medicine and spirituality in the peaceful surroundings of the monastery grounds. The Sunset Terrace, located on the rooftop of the fortress offers pristine views of Lopud and the neighbouring Elaphiti islands and is the perfect place for stargazing under a glittering night sky.