Trocadero
Trocadero is the largest beach club on Slovenska Beach, positioned in the central section of the 1.5-kilometer strip. The venue covers roughly 1,500 square meters of beachfront, with a main dance floor built on a wooden platform over the sand, a raised DJ booth, VIP cabana sections on two levels, and three bar stations. Capacity reaches 1,500 on event nights. The club operates seasonally from June through September, with the biggest international DJ bookings concentrated in July and August. By day, Trocadero functions as a premium sunbed operation with cocktail service on the sand. After sunset, the lighting rig activates, the volume increases, and the transition to nightclub is complete by 11 PM.
What to Expect
During the day, it's a beach club with sun, cocktails, and chill music. The transformation starts around 9 PM as the lighting changes and the music builds. By midnight, you're on a dance floor on the sand with the Adriatic behind you and a wall of sound from the DJ booth.
Beach party meets nightclub. High energy after midnight, relaxed and sunny before.
Commercial house, EDM, and progressive house during club hours. Chill-out and deep house during daytime.
Beach-casual during the day. Smart casual after 10 PM. No swimwear-only after dark.
Beach-to-club crowd, EDM fans, groups looking for a full day-to-night venue
Cash and cards accepted. Cards recommended for larger tabs and bottle service.
Price Range
Beer EUR 4-6, cocktails EUR 8-12, entry EUR 5-15 for events, sunbed EUR 15-25, bottle service EUR 150-400
Beer ~$4.30-6.50, cocktails ~$8.65-13, entry ~$5.40-16.20
Hours
10:00-04:00 in peak season (day beach club transitioning to nightclub)
Insider Tip
Rent a sunbed in the afternoon and you can hold your position through the evening transition. The third bar station, furthest from the DJ booth, has the shortest queue after midnight. Check Trocadero's Instagram for the weekly event lineup.
Full Review
Trocadero does the day-to-night beach club format well. The concept isn't original, but the execution in Budva's setting is convincing. Spending an afternoon on a sunbed with cocktail service, then dancing on the same sand at midnight, is a seamless experience that removes the usual logistics of going out.
The daytime operation is professional. Sunbeds are clean, staff are attentive, and the music stays at the right level for conversation. The beach itself is fine-pebble mixed with sand, and the water is clean. Trocadero's section of beach is well-maintained compared to the public stretches on either side.
The nighttime transformation is where the money went. The lighting system is sophisticated for a beach venue, and the sound covers the space without the dead zones that plague outdoor setups. International DJs on the roster bring credibility, and the resident DJs are competent enough to keep the floor moving on off-nights. The dance floor surface, raised wooden decking over sand, has enough give to be comfortable for hours.
The VIP sections are the revenue engine. Cabana tables with bottle service run from EUR 150 upward, with premium positions near the DJ booth commanding the highest prices. For groups of four or more, splitting a table can be better value than buying individual drinks all night. The general admission dance floor is free on most nights, with entry charges appearing only for headliner events.
The Neighborhood
Trocadero sits in the central section of Slovenska Beach. Azzurro Beach Bar is a 3-minute walk west toward the Old Town, and Lido is about 5 minutes east. The beach promenade connects all venues on foot.
Getting There
Walk along the Slovenska Beach promenade from either direction. From the Old Town, it's about an 8-minute walk east along the waterfront. Taxis drop off at the promenade access points; the nearest is at the Avala Resort intersection.
Address
Slovenska Plaza, Budva
Other Venues in Slovenska Beach
Azzurro Beach Bar
A beachfront bar with loungers on the sand and a long cocktail menu. The daytime spot transitions to a DJ bar after sunset, with house and chill-out music drawing a relaxed crowd.
Lido Beach Club
A mid-range beach bar with sunbeds, cocktails, and a steady rotation of local DJs. Positioned at the quieter eastern end of Slovenska Beach, it draws a mixed crowd of families by day and couples by night.
Moskva Lounge
An upscale lounge bar on the promenade behind the beach, catering to a well-dressed crowd with premium cocktails and a chilled-out music policy. Russian and Serbian tourists make up much of the clientele.
Havana Beach Bar
A Latin-themed beach bar with sand seating and a party atmosphere after 10 PM. Known for themed nights, foam parties in peak season, and a crowd that's there to have a good time.