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Daybed

In Montenegrin beach-club vocabulary a daybed sits in a category between a sunbed and a full baldahin. It is a wide, low padded platform — usually 160–200 cm wide — without a canopy overhead, allowing guests to lounge together, sunbathe, or recline while sharing a single comfortable surface. Daybeds are typically placed in the pool area or on elevated deck sections of a beach club rather than directly on the sand. They are popular at clubs in Herceg Novi, along the Radovići bay, and at pools adjacent to the Adriatic. Rental of a daybed nearly always comes with a minimum spend requirement at the bar rather than a flat hourly fee. The furniture is often styled — rattan frames, plush white cushions, side tables — as part of the beach club's overall aesthetic. Daybeds facing a sunset vantage point, such as those on the terrace of clubs overlooking the Bay of Kotor, command the highest prices and are booked out days in advance during summer weekends.

Related terms: Baldahin (Canopy Daybed), Cabana, VIP Zone, Beach Club, Sunset Session

Frequently asked questions

What is a daybed at a Montenegro beach bar?

A daybed on a Montenegro beach is a wide, flat, fully mattress-covered lounger — typically large enough for two people to lie side by side — usually positioned on a deck or a raised platform. It sits above a standard sunbed in terms of comfort and size, but generally lacks the canopy or curtained sides that define a baldahin or cabana.

Daybeds are a popular mid-tier option at beach bars: more comfortable and spacious than individual sunbeds, but less enclosed and expensive than a baldahin. They often come with a small side table and dedicated service, making them a good choice for a couple who want to spend a full day at the beach in comfort.

How much does a daybed cost at a beach bar in Montenegro?

A daybed at a Montenegro beach bar typically costs in the range of a premium parasol set up to the lower end of a baldahin — broadly EUR 20 to EUR 60 per day depending on the venue and season. High-end beach clubs in Budva or near Sveti Stefan will sit at the top of that range in peak season, while quieter bars in the Bay of Kotor or in June and September will be cheaper.

As with other premium beach furniture, many beach bars structure daybed pricing around a minimum food-and-drink spend rather than a flat hire fee. Confirm the arrangement before you book, especially at more exclusive venues.

What is the difference between a daybed and a baldahin on a Montenegro beach?

The main difference is shade and privacy: a daybed is an open, mattress-style lounger with no overhead cover, while a baldahin adds a fabric canopy — and often curtained sides — that can be drawn for shade and seclusion. Both accommodate two people comfortably and come with similar service levels at most beach bars.

A daybed is the better choice if you want maximum sun exposure but more comfort than a standard sunbed. A baldahin is preferable if shade or privacy matters — for example, travelling with a baby, wanting a midday nap, or simply preferring a more enclosed, intimate space. Baldahins also tend to cost slightly more than daybeds at the same venue.