On Montenegro’s beautiful coast, this peaceful resort sits on its own fortified island, built in the 15th century as a fisherman’s village and connected to the mainland by a single narrow road. Strolling down the islet’s cobbled streets, past ivy-covered brickwork, 600-year-old terracotta roofs and sublime views of the sea, calm will wash over you with each step. As ever with Aman, Sveti Stefan shines brightest at its spa: an undeniably serene 1,600 square metre space that focuses on a holistic experience using local herbs and medical tradition. From carefully considered wellness retreats to hydrotherapy suites, Aman’s expertise is a cut above.
Fifty rooms are housed in restored stone buildings, emanating a chic minimalism as fisherman-style cottages (available in summer months). A further eight can be found on the mainland in the 1930s Villa Miocer, the former summer residence of Queen Maria of Yugoslavia, modernised and open throughout the year.
