Montenegro: One & Only Portonovi opens in Kotor Bay in July

The first One & Only Resort in Europe is about to open: On 01 July 2020, the One & Only Portonovi in ​​Montenegro is to receive its first guests at the entrance to the wildly romantic Boka Bay – and thus directly on the famous Bay of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrival is possible via the airports of Dubrovnik (one hour transfer time), Tivat (50 minutes) and Podgorica (two and a half hours).

The architecture of One & Only Portonovi reflects the style of old Venetian palaces with colonnades, terracotta roofs and gardens. The private sandy beach should be able to compete with the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean. In addition, several pools are spread over the complex, which also includes a marina with 238 berths.

Rooms, suites and two exclusive villas

The 113 guest rooms have fireplaces for cooler evenings, bathrooms the size of bedrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows and patios. “Suite One” also has a private wine cellar, which guests can stock with a personal selection of 268 bottles. The “Villa One” with three and the “Villa Two” with two bedrooms are surrounded by private gardens with their own pools and offer a view of the sunset over the Adriatic.

In the “Sabia” restaurant, Michelin-starred chef Giorgio Locatelli serves southern Italian cuisine in Riviera style. The “Tapasake Club” presents itself as a relaxed pool club that spoils with a modern, pan-Asian fusion kitchen in the style of tapas, a sake bar and DJ sets. The “La Veranda” celebrates Montenegrin cuisine, while the “Caminetti Bar” in the lobby offers a wide view of the terrace, the garden and the sea.

Wellness with chenot

The unique wellness program of One & Only Portonovi originates from a new partnership with Chenot: The so-called “Chenot Method” is intended to enable guests to understand what is causing their bodies to age and which ways they can take in order to improve their performance and well-being influence.

The “Chenot Espace” includes hydrotherapy and cryotherapy facilities, a sauna, a hammam, a steam bath, an indoor pool and relaxation areas. After consultation and diagnostic tests, guests receive a tailored program that includes nutritional advice, detox menus, fitness plans, targeted spa treatments, and stress-relieving activities.

The possible leisure activities at One & Only Portonovi range from tennis on two floodlit courts, a fitness center with personal training, scenic running routes and yoga classes with a view of the sea to excursions by yacht or speedboat along the Adriatic coast, diving and sailing courses. World heritage sites, untouched national parks and hidden beaches are also waiting to be discovered in the region.

Click here for the website of the new One & Only Portonovi