Best Hotels in Mostar for Every Budget — 20 Real Picks From £69 (2026)

Our top Mostar hotel pick for 2026 is the Hotel Bristol — a large, dependable four-star on the Neretva riverbank with over 3,100 reviews, from around £76 a night — but the real story of Mostar is honest value. Mostar is a compact Ottoman town of around 100,000 people built around one of the most photographed bridges in Europe, and it has no five-star hotels — that is not a gap in our research, it is simply the town. Its best rooms are polished boutique four-stars and characterful family guesthouses, not five-star towers, and they are comfortable, well-reviewed and well-priced. We've built this guide around all 20 real, distinct, currently bookable properties we could verify — 9 best-rated four-stars and 11 cheaper guesthouses and apartments — each linking straight to its live prices. The honest floor is around £69 a night, a genuinely good number for a UNESCO-listed town, helped by the fact that Bosnia uses the convertible mark (BAM), pegged to the euro but not the euro itself, so your pounds go a long way.

Jump to your budget: Best-rated stays · Budget stays from £69

Scout's 3 best-value picks right now: 🛏 Five Rivers Rooms — from ~£69, the cheapest real bed in this guide, a well-reviewed central room base a short walk from the Old Bridge. 🏛 Villa Fortuna — from ~£68, a charming boutique four-star and one of the best-value proper hotels here. 🏨 Hotel Bristol — from ~£76, the most-reviewed hotel in town and a reliable riverside four-star. From-prices are live rates pulled while writing — tap any hotel for today's price on your dates.

Mostar sits on the emerald Neretva river in Herzegovina, the southern half of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and everything centres on the Stari Most — the graceful single-arch Ottoman bridge built in 1566, destroyed in the 1990s war and painstakingly rebuilt by 2004, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with local divers leaping from its parapet into the cold water below. Around it spread the cobbled Kujundžiluk bazaar, the Ottoman mosques, and the riverside restaurants, all within a 10–15 minute walk of nearly every hotel here. Mostar is also the natural base for the region's best day trips — the Kravice waterfalls, the cliffside Dervish monastery at Blagaj, and the stepped Ottoman village of Počitelj — and a classic overnight stop between Dubrovnik or Split (each about 2.5 hours away) and Sarajevo (about two hours by scenic train). Bosnia uses the convertible mark (BAM / KM) — pegged to the euro but not the euro — which is a big part of why the town is such good value, and the sweet-spot months are May–June and September–October. The war left visible scars, and the town wears its history openly; visit the memorial sites with respect. Compare live Mostar hotel prices or search flights to Sarajevo (SJJ), the main gateway airport.

At a glance — Mostar's best-rated stays compared, before the full reviews:

The Best-Rated Stays in Mostar

Here is the honest picture: Mostar has no five-star hotels. It is a small, low-rise Ottoman town, and the top of its market is a cluster of polished boutique four-stars and well-run family hotels — genuinely comfortable, well-reviewed and, by European standards, very reasonably priced. Expect roughly £68–174 a night across this tier depending on the property and your dates, with several strong four-stars sitting comfortably below £100. These nine are the best-rated proper hotels in town, ordered by review count.

1. Hotel Bristol — Mostar · 4★ · 3,146 reviews · from ~£76/night. The most-reviewed hotel in town and our top pick — a large, dependable four-star on the Neretva riverbank, offering comfortable modern rooms, reliable service and a short walk to the Old Bridge. The huge review count makes it the safest bet in Mostar for a predictable, well-run stay. Excellent value for a proper four-star this close to the sights, and a smart base for couples, families and first-timers alike.

2. Hotel Eden — Mostar · 4★ · 2,355 reviews · from ~£119/night. A well-reviewed contemporary four-star with stylish, comfortable rooms and attentive service, a short distance from the old town. Over 2,300 reviews make it one of the most trusted names in Mostar. A polished, modern choice for travellers who want a fresh, well-run hotel and don't mind paying a little more for the standard. Good for couples and anyone who values reliability.

3. Hotel Mostar — Mostar · 4★ · 2,141 reviews · from ~£100/night. A comfortable, well-established four-star in a genuinely central location, offering spacious rooms and dependable service within easy walking distance of the Old Bridge and the bazaar. Well-reviewed and reliably placed, it suits travellers who want a proper hotel feel right by the sights. A dependable, central all-rounder at a fair price for the position.

4. Hotel Carpe Diem — Mostar · 4★ · 1,400 reviews · from ~£87/night. A well-reviewed four-star offering bright, comfortable rooms and good value a short distance from the centre. With over 1,400 reviews behind it, it is a reliable, straightforward choice for travellers who want a fresh room and a fair price near the old town. Solid, good-value and consistently well-regarded — a strong pick just under £90.

5. Hotel Verso — Mostar · 4★ · 1,277 reviews · from ~£97/night. A stylish, modern four-star with well-appointed rooms and a warm, contemporary feel a short walk from the old town. Well-reviewed and design-led, it suits travellers who want a fresh, upscale-feeling room without a top-tier price. A smart, comfortable choice for couples and anyone who appreciates a bit of style at a reasonable rate.

6. Hotel Emerald — Mostar · 4★ · 458 reviews · from ~£76/night. A modern four-star offering comfortable rooms and good value at a low rate for the standard, a short distance from the centre. Well-reviewed for the price, it is a strong pick for travellers who want a proper four-star below £80. Fresh, reliable and good value — one of the best price-to-comfort options in this tier.

7. Solaris Apartments - free parking — Mostar · 4★ · 145 reviews · from ~£103/night. A four-star-rated apartment stay with self-catering rooms and — as the name says — free parking, a genuine plus in a town where the old town is pedestrian and parking can be tight. Great for families, longer stays and anyone touring the region by car who wants space, a kitchen and somewhere to leave the vehicle. Well-reviewed and practical.

8. Hotel Mepas — Mostar · 4★ · 137 reviews · from ~£174/night. The most upmarket-feeling and priciest hotel in this guide — a large modern four-star attached to a shopping mall in the newer part of town, with spacious rooms, good facilities and city views. It sits a little out from the old town, so it suits travellers who want full hotel amenities and space over old-town atmosphere, or who are arriving by car. Comfortable and well-equipped at the top of Mostar's range.

9. Villa Fortuna — Mostar · 4★ · 84 reviews · from ~£68/night. The lowest-priced proper hotel in this guide and a real charmer — a boutique four-star villa offering characterful, comfortable rooms and a warm, personal welcome a short walk from the old town. Fewer reviews than the big hotels, but strong value and genuine character at a rate that undercuts most guesthouses. A lovely pick for couples and anyone who prefers a small, family-run four-star over a larger hotel.

Prices here are live from-rates pulled while writing; peak summer and the busiest bridge-diving weekends run higher. See all Mostar stays for live availability, or search flights to Sarajevo (SJJ), the main gateway.

Cheap Hotels in Mostar — 20 Real, Bookable Options From £69

Here's the good news about budget Mostar: for a UNESCO-listed Ottoman town, the value is genuinely good. Real, bookable beds start around £69 a night, and most of the cheaper end sits comfortably under £100 — a whole band of the town available for less than a Western European weekend. This tier does stretch up to roughly £184 for one guesthouse on the priciest dates, but the bulk of it is well below £130. Two things make it work: Bosnia uses the convertible mark (BAM), not the euro, so your pounds stretch far, and Mostar is compact, so a room a few streets from the Stari Most costs you only minutes on foot. The biggest lever on price is timing — avoid the peak-summer diving weekends for the lowest rates. Below are 11 cheaper guesthouses, rooms and apartments, ordered from the lowest nightly rate up.

10. Five Rivers Rooms — Mostar · 277 reviews · from ~£69/night. The cheapest real bed in this guide — a well-reviewed central room base offering simple, tidy rooms and dependable value a short walk from the Old Bridge. With nearly 300 reviews behind it, it is a trusted, no-fuss budget stay right where you want to be. Excellent value for solo travellers, couples and anyone who wants to be central without paying a central premium.

11. Villa Deny — Mostar · 2★ · 118 reviews · from ~£72/night. A simple, well-reviewed villa-style stay offering comfortable rooms and a personal welcome at a low rate a short distance from the centre. Honest, good value and reliably run, it suits travellers who want a straightforward, characterful base near the sights without spending much. A solid budget pick with a friendly, family-run feel.

12. Hotel Nur — Mostar · 757 reviews · from ~£80/night. A well-reviewed budget stay with over 750 reviews, offering clean, comfortable rooms and consistent value a short distance from the old town. The strong review count makes it one of the safer cheap bets in Mostar. A reliable, good-value base for travellers who want a tidy room near the sights at a fair price.

13. New view apartment — Mostar · 47 reviews · from ~£85/night. A self-catering apartment offering space, a kitchen and comfortable rooms at a fair budget price a short distance from the centre. Good for couples, families or longer stays who want room to spread out and the flexibility to cook. A smaller listing with fewer reviews, but honest value for an apartment near the old town.

14. Duplex Apartment - in City Center — Mostar · 20 reviews · from ~£87/night. A central self-catering apartment putting you right in the heart of Mostar, a short stroll from the Old Bridge and the bazaar, with a kitchen and comfortable living space. Ideal for travellers who want a genuinely central base with the freedom to self-cater. A smaller, newer listing, but a great location for the budget-tier price.

15. Bega Apartman — Mostar · 31 reviews · from ~£90/night. A comfortable self-catering apartment offering space and a kitchen at a fair rate a short distance from the centre. Good for couples or families who want their own space and the option to cook. A smaller listing with fewer reviews, but honest value for an apartment stay within easy reach of the old town and the sights.

16. Studio Apartment Morning Star — Mostar · 42 reviews · from ~£93/night. A tidy central studio apartment offering a compact, self-contained base a short walk from the Old Bridge, with a kitchenette and comfortable furnishings. Good for couples or solo travellers who want a central, independent stay for two. A smaller listing, but well-placed and good value for its walkable, central position.

17. Pure Sky Apartments - with pool — Mostar · 152 reviews · from ~£123/night. A well-reviewed apartment complex with the rare Mostar bonus of a pool, offering spacious, self-catering rooms a short distance from the centre — a real draw in the summer heat. Great for families and longer stays who want space, a kitchen and somewhere to cool off. Higher up this tier on price, but the pool and the room count make it worth it in peak season.

18. Hotel SINAN HAN — Mostar · 3★ · 1,650 reviews · from ~£127/night. One of the most-reviewed properties in town — a characterful three-star in a restored Ottoman-style building close to the old town, offering atmospheric rooms and a genuinely central, walkable location by the bazaar. With over 1,600 reviews behind it, it is a trusted, well-loved central choice. A little pricier, but you are paying for the location and the character right by the bridge.

19. Hotel Emen — Mostar · 1,350 reviews · from ~£127/night. A well-reviewed central stay with over 1,300 reviews, offering comfortable, modern rooms in a walkable location close to the Old Bridge and the bazaar. Reliable and centrally placed, it is a trusted choice for travellers who want to be right among the sights with a proper hotel feel. Good value for a well-reviewed central property at this price.

20. Guest House Agava — Mostar · 33 reviews · from ~£184/night. A comfortable guesthouse offering roomy, well-kept accommodation a short distance from the centre — the priciest entry in this cheaper tier on the dates checked, but a spacious, characterful base for those who want a private guesthouse feel. A smaller listing with fewer reviews, sitting at the top of the budget band, but a tidy, walkable option when cheaper rooms are booked up.

Price note: every from-price above is a live rate captured while writing, in pounds sterling. Mostar's cheaper tier genuinely spans roughly £69 to £184 a night — a floor of £69 that is very good for a UNESCO-listed town, with most of the band sitting below £130, helped by Bosnia using the convertible mark rather than the euro. The mark is pegged to the euro but is not the euro itself, so prices are stable and your pounds stretch far. Rates climb in peak summer and around the busiest bridge-diving weekends, so check your dates. Tap any hotel for today's total on your dates, taxes included. See all Mostar stays or search flights to Sarajevo (SJJ).

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Mostar Hotels FAQs

What is the cheapest hotel in Mostar? On recent searches the lowest real, bookable rate is Five Rivers Rooms from around £69 a night, followed closely by Villa Deny from ~£72, Villa Fortuna (a well-reviewed boutique four-star) from ~£76, Hotel Bristol and Hotel Emerald also from ~£76, and Hotel Nur from ~£80. For a UNESCO-listed Ottoman town built around one of the most photographed bridges in Europe, £69 is a genuinely good floor — Mostar is excellent value, helped by Bosnia using the convertible mark (BAM), not the euro, so your pounds stretch a long way.

How much does a budget hotel in Mostar cost per night in 2026? Realistically £69–95 a night for the cheaper end on most dates — Five Rivers Rooms from ~£69, Villa Deny from ~£72, Hotel Nur from ~£80, New view apartment from ~£85, Duplex Apartment in the City Center from £87, Bega Apartman from £90 and Studio Apartment Morning Star from £93. The budget tier does stretch higher — a handful of well-reviewed names like Pure Sky Apartments (£123), Hotel SINAN HAN (£127) and Hotel Emen (£127) sit above £120, and one guesthouse tops out near £184 on the priciest dates — but the genuine floor is £69, and Mostar rarely stings the way Western European cities do.

Does Mostar have any five-star hotels? No — honestly, Mostar has no five-star hotels, and that is not a gap in our research, it is simply the town. Mostar is a small, historic place of around 100,000 people built around a 16th-century Ottoman bridge, and its best rooms are polished boutique four-stars and characterful family-run guesthouses, not five-star towers. Names like Hotel Bristol, Hotel Eden, Hotel Mostar and the boutique Villa Fortuna are the top of the market here, and they are comfortable, well-reviewed and well-priced. If you want a big international five-star, Sarajevo (about two hours away) or the Croatian coast have them — but Mostar's charm is precisely that it stays small and low-rise.

What is the cheapest area to stay in Mostar? Mostar is compact enough that price is driven more by the property than the postcode, but the cheapest beds tend to be the apartments and guesthouses a few streets out from the immediate bridge area — around the modern town, the Spanish Square direction and the residential streets on either bank. Five Rivers Rooms, Villa Deny and Hotel Nur sit in these fringe-of-centre zones from ~£69–80, and the whole old town is walkable in 10–15 minutes, so you are never far from the Stari Most. For a central budget bed, look at the small apartments and rooms in and just above the cobbled quarter.

Is Mostar cheap for UK visitors? Yes — Mostar is one of the better-value short-break destinations in Europe for British travellers. Bosnia and Herzegovina uses the convertible mark (BAM / KM), which is pegged to the euro but is not the euro itself, and prices for hotels, restaurant meals, coffee and drinks are a fraction of Western Europe or the nearby Croatian coast. A plate of ćevapi costs a few pounds, a Bosnian coffee even less, and hotel floors start around £69 a night. That low cost of living is a big part of why day-trippers from Dubrovnik and Split so often wish they had stayed the night.

Can you stay near the Old Bridge (Stari Most) on a budget? Yes — Mostar keeps genuinely affordable beds within a short walk of the Stari Most. The cobbled old town and the streets just around it have plenty of small apartments, rooms and guesthouses under £100 a night, and because the whole historic core is walkable in minutes, you rarely need transport at all. Central-adjacent picks like Duplex Apartment in the City Center (£87), Studio Apartment Morning Star (£93) and Hotel Emen put you within a short stroll of the bridge, the bazaar and the divers for a budget price. Book ahead in summer — the central options fill fast.

What currency is used in Mostar — euros or convertible marks? Bosnia and Herzegovina uses the convertible mark (BAM / KM), not the euro — a common surprise for first-time visitors, especially those arriving from euro-using Croatia. The mark is pegged to the euro at a fixed rate (roughly 1.96 KM to €1), so prices are stable and predictable, but euros are not the official currency and you should not assume they are accepted everywhere (some tourist-facing spots in Mostar do take euros, often at a poor rate). Cards are widely accepted in hotels and larger restaurants, but carry some marks for cafés, the bazaar, market stalls and small eateries. Spending marks rather than euros is a big reason Mostar works out so cheap.

Is Mostar safe to visit? Yes — Mostar is a welcoming, friendly and generally safe town for visitors, with low levels of violent crime and a relaxed atmosphere. As anywhere, keep an eye on your belongings in the busy bridge area at peak times. One practical note carried over from the 1990s war: a few rural and hillside areas in the wider region still have uncleared landmines, always clearly marked — stick to paved paths, marked trails and established sites and you will be completely fine. Within the town and its usual sights there is nothing to worry about, and locals are used to and warm towards visitors.

What is Stari Most (the Old Bridge) in Mostar? Stari Most, the Old Bridge, is the graceful single-arch Ottoman stone bridge that gives Mostar its name and its fame. Built in 1566, it stood for over 400 years until it was destroyed during the 1990s war, then painstakingly rebuilt using original techniques and reopened in 2004; it is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bridge arcs high over the emerald Neretva river, and local divers of the Mostari club leap from its 20-plus-metre parapet into the cold water below — a centuries-old tradition and the town's defining spectacle. Crossing it, and watching the divers, is free.

Should I stay in Mostar or visit as a day trip? Both work, but staying overnight is the better experience. Most visitors see Mostar as a day trip from Dubrovnik or Split, which means the old town is packed with coach groups from late morning to late afternoon. Stay the night and you get the magic hours — the bridge lit up after dark and the quiet early morning before the crowds arrive — plus Mostar's low prices make an overnight cheaper than you would expect. It is also the natural base for Kravice waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj. If you only have a few hours, a day trip still delivers the bridge and the bazaar.

How do I get from Dubrovnik to Mostar? Mostar sits about 140 km northeast of Dubrovnik, roughly a 2.5-hour drive or bus each way, crossing the Croatia–Bosnia border (bring your passport). Direct buses and countless day-tour minibuses run the route daily, often combining Mostar with Kravice waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj. Driving yourself gives the most flexibility and lets you stop at the sights along the Neretva valley. Because it is a long day as a return trip, many travellers stay a night in Mostar rather than rush both ways — and Mostar's hotel floors around £69 make that easy on the budget.

How do I get from Split to Mostar? Split to Mostar is about 160 km, roughly a 2.5–3-hour drive or bus, again crossing the Croatia–Bosnia border with your passport. Frequent buses run the coastal-then-inland route, and day tours are common. As with Dubrovnik, the trip makes a full day as a return, so staying overnight in Mostar is a relaxed and affordable alternative. Drivers can pair it with the Neretva valley sights or continue on to Sarajevo. Several Mostar hotels a little out from the old town, like Solaris Apartments, offer free parking for those arriving by car.

How do I get from Sarajevo to Mostar? Mostar sits about 130 km southwest of Sarajevo, and the train is the scenic highlight — the roughly two-hour Sarajevo–Mostar line threads through spectacular river-canyon and mountain scenery and is one of Europe's most beautiful budget rail journeys. Buses also run frequently and cheaply, and it is an easy day trip or an overnight stop. Many travellers pair the two Bosnian cities — Sarajevo for its Ottoman bazaar and layered history, Mostar for its bridge — and some continue from Mostar down to the Croatian coast.

Where should first-time visitors stay in Mostar? First-timers should aim for the old town or the streets just around it, within an easy walk of the Stari Most, the Kujundžiluk bazaar and the Neretva riverbank. From there you can reach every core sight on foot without transport. Well-reviewed picks near the centre include the boutique Villa Fortuna, Hotel Mostar and Hotel Emen, while central apartments like Duplex Apartment in the City Center and Studio Apartment Morning Star put you a short stroll from the bridge for a budget price. Mostar is small, so almost everything in this guide is walkable to the old town.

Are there guesthouses or apartments in Mostar? Yes — Mostar's accommodation scene is dominated by small, family-run guesthouses and self-catering apartments, often full of character and excellent value. Villa Fortuna and Villa Deny are well-reviewed villa-style stays, while apartments like New view apartment, Bega Apartman, Studio Apartment Morning Star, Duplex Apartment in the City Center and Pure Sky Apartments (which has a pool) give you space and a kitchen from around £85–123 a night. Guest House Agava rounds out the range. For two people or a family, a private apartment is often better value than a hotel and puts you right among the old streets.

Which Mostar hotels are best for couples? For a romantic stay, the boutique Villa Fortuna is a charming, well-reviewed choice a short walk from the old town, while Hotel Eden and Hotel Verso offer stylish, comfortable four-star rooms. Couples wanting to be steps from the illuminated bridge after the crowds leave should look at central stays like Hotel Mostar or the small apartments in the cobbled quarter. Mostar is made for couples — the bridge at night, candlelit riverside restaurants over the Neretva and the low prices make it an easy, affordable romantic break.

Which Mostar hotels are family-friendly? Apartment-style stays with kitchens and space work best for families — Solaris Apartments (with free parking), Pure Sky Apartments (with a pool), New view apartment and Duplex Apartment in the City Center all give you room to spread out and self-cater. Among the hotels, Hotel Bristol and Hotel Mostar are large, dependable four-stars with the facilities families appreciate. Mostar is an easy, walkable town for children, with the bridge divers, the bazaar and ice-cream stalls to keep them happy, and day trips to the Kravice waterfalls make a great family outing in summer.

Is Mostar walkable or do I need transport? Mostar's historic core is very walkable — the Stari Most, the Kujundžiluk bazaar, the Koski Mehmed-Paša Mosque and the riverbank sights form a compact area you can cross on foot in 10–15 minutes, and the old town's cobbled lanes are pedestrian anyway. Almost every hotel and guesthouse in this guide is a short walk from the bridge. You only really need transport to reach the airport, the train and bus stations, or day-trip sights like Kravice, Blagaj and Počitelj — for which day tours, buses or a hire car are the usual options.

When is the best time to visit Mostar? Late spring (May–June) and early autumn (September–October) are the sweet spot — warm days, thinner crowds and comfortable walking weather, plus the Neretva is at its most vivid emerald. July and August are hot and by far the busiest, with the old town packed with day-trippers from the coast and the bridge divers in full swing; book accommodation well ahead if you come then. Winter is quiet and cold but atmospheric and cheap. For the diving and the buzz without the worst of the heat and crowds, aim for June or September.

Can I use Mostar as a base for Kravice waterfalls and Blagaj? Yes — Mostar is the ideal base for the region's star day trips. The Kravice waterfalls, a wide curtain of falls on the Trebižat river where you can swim in summer, are about 40 minutes' drive southwest. Blagaj, with its striking Dervish monastery (tekija) built against a cliff at the source of the Buna river, is only about 20 minutes away. Počitelj, a stepped Ottoman-Mediterranean hillside village, sits on the road towards the coast. Day tours from Mostar bundle these together cheaply, or hire a car for the flexibility — staying in Mostar puts all of them within easy reach.

How many days do you need in Mostar? One to two nights is the sweet spot. A single night lets you see the town properly at its best — the bridge and bazaar in the quiet early morning and lit up after dark, once the day-trip coaches have gone. Add a second night if you want to day-trip to Kravice waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj, or to slow down over long riverside lunches. Mostar's old town is compact, so you do not need long to cover the core sights, but staying over rather than day-tripping is what turns a quick photo stop into a real experience.

What is the nearest airport to Mostar? Mostar has a small airport (OMO) with very limited seasonal service, so most visitors arrive via other hubs. Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) is about two hours away by road or the scenic train, and has the widest choice of European routes into Bosnia. Many travellers instead fly into Dubrovnik (DBV) or Split (SPU) in Croatia — both around 2.5 hours by road — and reach Mostar by bus, day tour or hire car. If you are pairing Mostar with the Croatian coast, flying into Dubrovnik or Split and travelling overland is often the easiest plan.

How do I learn about Mostar's war history respectfully? Mostar was heavily damaged during the 1990s conflict, and the town wears that history openly. The Old Bridge itself is the central story — destroyed in 1993 and rebuilt by 2004 as a symbol of reconciliation. You will still see shell-scarred and ruined buildings, and the once-divided east (Bosniak) and west (Croat) banks. The small museums near the bridge, the Sniper Tower (a graffiti-covered wartime ruin, visited with care) and simply walking with awareness all help you understand what happened. Approach these sites quietly and respectfully — for many residents this is recent, personal history, not a tourist backdrop.

What should I eat in Mostar? Mostar is a wonderful, cheap food town. The regional must-try is ćevapi — small grilled minced-meat sausages served with fluffy somun bread, onion and kajmak — alongside burek and other pita pastries, and grilled meats and dolma from the Herzegovinian kitchen. Riverside restaurants over the Neretva serve trout and local specialities with a bridge view. Finish with a Bosnian coffee served in a copper džezva with a cube of sugar and a piece of rahat lokum, or a sweet baklava. Herzegovina is also wine country — look for local Žilavka (white) and Blatina (red). A hearty meal for two rarely troubles a budget.

Which Mostar hotels have parking? Several Mostar hotels and apartments outside the pedestrian old town offer parking — Solaris Apartments makes a point of free parking, and larger four-stars like Hotel Bristol, Hotel Mostar and Hotel Mepas typically have parking for guests arriving by car. The cobbled old town itself is largely pedestrian and driving right up to the bridge is not possible, so drivers usually pick a property a little out from the core with its own parking and walk in. If you are touring the region by hire car, confirm parking when you book and choose a stay away from the immediate bazaar.

Are there free things to do in Mostar? Plenty — crossing the Stari Most, watching the divers leap from it, wandering the cobbled Kujundžiluk bazaar, strolling the Neretva riverbanks and photographing the bridge from the water's edge all cost nothing. The exteriors of the Koski Mehmed-Paša Mosque and the Karađoz-beg Mosque, the old town gates and the general atmosphere of the Ottoman quarter are free to soak up. Walking out to see the town's wartime ruins and the divided-city geography is free and sobering. Even Blagaj's dramatic cliffside setting can be admired from the riverbank for nothing if you visit independently.

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