Rooftop Terrace Hippocampus
An intimate rooftop gem in Kotor's old town offering stunning views, romantic ambiance, and fresh cuisine. Perfect for a peaceful escape.
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Rooftop Terrace Hippocampus
Highlights
Must-see attractions
An intimate rooftop gem in Kotor's old town offering stunning views, romantic ambiance, and fresh cuisine. Perfect for a peaceful escape.
Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended due to limited seating, especially during peak season. Book in advance to secure your spot.
Visit for Coffee or Lunch
Enjoy a peaceful afternoon coffee or lunch to escape street noise and savor the tranquil atmosphere with stunning views.
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Price
$$$
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Stunning Rooftop Views
Escape the bustle of Kotor's old town and ascend to this intimate rooftop terrace offering breathtaking panoramic views of the red-tiled rooftops and surrounding mountains.
Intimate & Romantic Ambiance
With only around 10 tables, this hidden gem provides a shielded, private ambiance perfect for romantic dinners or peaceful escapes.
Fresh & Delicious Cuisine
Savor fresh ingredients in dishes like mushroom risotto, grilled sea bass, and delectable seafood options, often praised by diners.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended due to limited seating, especially during peak season. Book in advance to secure your spot.
Visit for Coffee or Lunch
Enjoy a peaceful afternoon coffee or lunch to escape street noise and savor the tranquil atmosphere with stunning views.
Ask for Recommendations
Don't hesitate to ask your waiter for recommendations on seafood, cocktails, or wine pairings; staff are often knowledgeable.
Consider Off-Peak Times
For maximum privacy, visit during quieter times. The restaurant can get busy, particularly in the evenings.
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Book Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended due to limited seating, especially during peak season. Book in advance to secure your spot.
Visit for Coffee or Lunch
Enjoy a peaceful afternoon coffee or lunch to escape street noise and savor the tranquil atmosphere with stunning views.
Ask for Recommendations
Don't hesitate to ask your waiter for recommendations on seafood, cocktails, or wine pairings; staff are often knowledgeable.
Consider Off-Peak Times
For maximum privacy, visit during quieter times. The restaurant can get busy, particularly in the evenings.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Rooftop Terrace Hippocampus is celebrated for its breathtaking views and intimate, romantic atmosphere, making it a highly recommended spot in Kotor. While many rave about the exceptional service and delicious food, particularly seafood and cocktails, some diners have noted issues with freshness, flying insects, and occasional billing discrepancies.
"This place not only offers a magical setting beneath the stars and surrounding mountains (which are quite stunning), it also impresses with its delicious food and attentive service. Our waiter Dino was very friendly and accommodating. We would definitely eat here again! Try the fried calamari, traditional shrimp and polenta dish, and beef steak."
Jonathan Chavez
"Overall the experience was OK. We went for dinner around 8.30pm on a Tuesday evening.
The first thing we noticed was that it was very dark, there wasn't much lighting. A table lamp was brought over eventually.
We ordered drinks. They didn't have several of the wines I asked for, had to settle for the 4th option given. My partners beer was never brought, so we had to chase it up.
The calamari portion was a decent size but could tell it wasn't fresh. Gnocchi and pork mains were nice, especially the pork dish was delicious.
Our meal was unfortunately ruined by a huge amount of flying ants on our table, on our glasses, on our plates, one even got into a drink. At one point we had 10+ on the table. We didn't experience anything like this at any other restaurant in Kotor that we visited. A candle was brought over to replace the light, although didn't deter the ants more attracted them.
The servers were nice but not overly friendly.
The price of the food was reasonable, but the drinks prices were elevated comparable to all other places we visited in Kotor.
We wouldn't come back again."
Jessica Mitchell
"Such a lovely restaurant and atmosphere, the staff were so friendly! We loved sitting on the roof and would like to come back for brunch before we leave Montenegro.
We recommend booking as they were pretty much full on a Tuesday night early July! (We booked on the day and must’ve got lucky?)
Swallows were flying above us while the sun set, the view is lovely. Definitely recommend as a romantic date spot but even as a peaceful dinner as I went with my family and us girls loved it. The tiramisu was DELICIOUS!"
Anouk Griffiths
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended due to the limited number of tables (around 10) to ensure you get a spot, especially during peak times.
You can expect stunning panoramic views of Kotor's old town rooftops, church spires, and the surrounding mountains.
Diners frequently praise seafood options like fried calamari, shrimp and polenta, and also mention signature cocktails and tiramisu.
Absolutely! The intimate setting, coupled with the beautiful views and romantic ambiance, makes it an ideal spot for a date.
Some guests have experienced issues with flying insects on the terrace, occasional inconsistencies in food freshness, and rare billing errors. It's advisable to double-check your bill.
The restaurant serves lunch and is also open for dinner. It's best to check their specific opening hours as they can vary.
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