News · Aman

Aman Sveti Stefan Reopens in Montenegro After Five-Year Closure

The iconic Montenegrin resort, Aman Sveti Stefan, is set to welcome guests again after a prolonged dispute over beach access. Local residents will now share most of the pristine coastline.

E. ASHWORTH· British correspondent·August 2, 2026·2 min read
Ariel view of Aman Sveti Stefan, a fortified island resort connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway, with clear blue waters surrounding it.

Ariel view of Aman Sveti Stefan, a fortified island resort connected to the mainland by a narrow causeway, with clear blue waters surrounding it.

Aman Sveti Stefan, the esteemed resort on Montenegro's Adriatic coast, is scheduled to reopen on May 6, 2026. The property has been shuttered for five years, entangled in a dispute with the Montenegrin government regarding public access to its adjacent beaches.

The resolution, as reported by euronews, dictates that two of the three beaches near the luxury resort will now be freely accessible to local residents. The third beach will remain exclusively for hotel guests.

Our take: The reopening of Aman Sveti Stefan signals a pragmatic compromise between luxury hospitality and local community interests. For years, exclusivity has been a hallmark of the Aman brand, but this agreement reflects an evolving landscape where private enterprises must increasingly engage with public good. This could set a precedent for similar high-end developments in culturally sensitive or publicly valued locations worldwide.

Source : euronews

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