Regional Development & Cultural Heritage at Villa Dubrovnik

Environmental protection and the promotion of cultural heritage lie at the heart of many sustainability initiatives undertaken at Villa Dubrovnik. Careful planning has gone into the landscaping and preservation of biodiversity at the property where the hotel maintains a green rooftop planted with over 300 native Mediterranean species. Furthermore, historic trees older than the hotel itself, which dates back to 1961, have been kept as an homage to the original terrain. Only organic fertilizers are used to maintain the entire garden spread over 700m2, avoiding use of any harsh pesticides.

To foster regional economic growth in the Dalmatia region, the hotel prioritizes local artisans including exclusive collaborations with Dubrovnik artists, small family producers of natural cosmetics, and local organic farmers and wineries, ensuring that sustainability extends throughout its supply chain while celebrating Croatian heritage. One notable example includes a skilled Croatian tailor who created reusable, washable designer drink coasters using fabric remnants from staff uniforms designed by Juraj Zigman.