Bečići Beach Guide — Family Resorts & Water Sports on the Budva Riviera

The Riviera’s finest stretch of sand

Bečići (pronounced roughly “Beh-chi-chi”) sits immediately south of Budva, separated from the main town beach by a small rocky headland. Its 1.8 km of continuous beach was awarded a Golden Palm at a Paris tourism exhibition in 1935 — the recognition that earned it the “Pearl of the Adriatic” label still used in local tourism materials today.

The beach is the reason to come here. Fine sand transitions to smooth pebble near the waterline, and the water clarity is noticeably better than at Budva’s Slovenska Plaža, which shares the same bay. Several large resort hotels line the beachfront, making Bečići the most resort-package-oriented stop on the Riviera.

It is worth being honest about what Bečići is: despite the romantic Golden Palm branding, the seafront is heavily developed, with concrete hotel blocks, a continuous strip of sunbed rentals, and little of the medieval character of Budva’s old town. The beach itself is excellent. The architecture is not.

Who is Bečići best for?

Bečići works especially well for families. The beach is long and wide enough that you can always find space even in peak season. The gradual entry into the water is safer for children than the steeper drop-offs at some of the rocky coves elsewhere on the Riviera. The large resort hotels — Splendid, Mediteran, and Iberostar Bellevue — all have pools, kids’ clubs, and the range of facilities that all-inclusive guests expect.

It is also a good base for couples or solo travellers who want resort-level comfort but proximity to Budva’s restaurants and nightlife. The promenade connecting Bečići to Budva’s Slovenska Plaža takes 15–20 minutes on foot; it is flat, well-lit, and lined with cafes, ice-cream kiosks, and the occasional souvenir stall. Budva’s old town is a further 10 minutes from the Slovenska end.

Bečići is not for travellers seeking peace and quiet. The resort strip is not as loud as Budva’s nightlife zone, but it is a busy beach town in summer. For genuinely quiet beach days, Petrovac is the better option.

Getting there and around

There is no direct reason to drive to Bečići if you are based in Budva — the promenade walk is pleasant and takes less than 20 minutes. From outside the Riviera, Bečići is served by the same coastal minibuses as Budva (fare €1–2 from Budva’s bus station), and taxis from Tivat airport cost roughly €30–35 (30–40 minutes).

Parking is available near the hotels at €2–3 per hour in peak season, or free in the residential streets a short walk inland.

Water sports

The morning sea at Bečići is calm enough for kayaking, and several operators on the beach rent stand-up paddleboards and kayaks. A popular half-day self-guided route involves kayaking south along the coast from Bečići towards Sveti Stefan — around 6 km each way — passing a few unnamed coves that are inaccessible from the road. Allow three to four hours return for a fit paddler.

Budva: Bay Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Sightseeing

Guided boat snorkelling tours depart from Budva harbour (reachable by a 20-minute walk or quick taxi) and cover the bay between Budva and Sveti Stefan, including underwater rock formations and the occasional sea cave. Good for families with children old enough to snorkel.

For an evening on the water after the sun drops, a night kayak from Budva harbour is a memorable option — bioluminescent plankton can make the water glow in warm summer months.

Budva: 2h Night Lights Kayak Tour

Food and drink

The resort hotels have the expected range of buffet restaurants and poolside bars. For something better, the restaurants on the promenade between Bečići and Budva — particularly the ones facing the sea — serve grilled fish and seafood at moderate prices. Expect €12–18 for a main course at a decent restaurant in peak season.

The best value eating is slightly inland from the promenade, in the lower-key residential streets where local Montenegrins actually eat. A full grilled-fish meal with salad and wine at a local konoba runs €15–20 per person.

Combine with Budva’s old town

The most practical itinerary from Bečići: walk the promenade to Budva in the morning (15–20 minutes), spend a couple of hours in the old town and Citadela, swim at Mogren beach (quieter than Slovenska), then walk back along the promenade for sunset from Bečići. This covers the highlights of both locations without needing transport.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bečići beach better than Budva’s main beach? For swimming, yes. The water is clearer, the beach slightly wider, and the morning crowd is smaller than at Slovenska Plaža. For ambience and surroundings, Budva’s setting near the old town walls is more interesting. Most visitors staying in Bečići use both.

Do the resort hotels accept non-guests? The pool areas typically do not, but the beach in front of the hotels is public. You can rent sunbeds from beach operators without staying at the hotel.

Are there activities for children beyond the beach? The resort hotels provide most children’s activities on-site (kids’ clubs, animation programs). Beyond that, Budva’s Stari Grad is a short walk away and is accessible and interesting for older children. Younger children are well served by the beach itself and the calm water.

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