Town, Montenegro
Herceg Novi
Sunny, stair-stepped town at the mouth of Kotor Bay with cheaper rents than Kotor or Budva, a seaside promenade and easy Croatia border access. Quiet off-season; steep streets and few ride apps.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,690–2,590Comfortable, one person · €1,500–2,300Details
- Value for money39/100Better value than 38% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 32°CDetails
- Internet91 MbpsFixed broadband, Montenegro medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is safe; summer shortages and cloudy water happen after storms.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$28–68Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundLocal busWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards work in hotels and most restaurants; cash for buses, bakeries, small cafés and beach bars.Details
Where to stay in Herceg Novi
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Old Town (Stari Grad) and Škver | Short stays: stone lanes, cafés, steps to the sea |
| Igalo | Long stays: spa town, flat promenade, cheaper flats |
| Topla and Meljine | Residential bayside areas, quieter and close to the hospital |
| Zelenika | Small port village with local bars and easy bay access |
Apps that work in Herceg Novi
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Glovo | Takeaway in Herceg Novi and Igalo |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: Viber, WhatsApp
- Taxis: No ride-hailing coverage; call a local taxi or ask your accommodation, and agree fares for airport transfers.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Montenegro.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards work in hotels and most restaurants; cash for buses, bakeries, small cafés and beach bars.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Use ATMs inside banks to avoid skimming; many charge foreign cards a fee. Decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: About 10% in restaurants for good service; round up for taxis and cafés.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work on contactless terminals in towns; carry cash elsewhere.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Outside Schengen: 90 days in any 180, counted separately from Schengen. Make sure your passport is stamped on entry and exit.
- Register with police or the local tourist office within 24 hours; hotels and licensed hosts do it and collect tourist tax.
Emergency numbers
Police 122 · Ambulance 124 · Fire 123 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid and summer tourist packs at operator shops and kiosks; data is cheap. Regional SIMs roam free across the Western Balkans; EU SIMs don't. eSIMs work for visitors.
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