Dunav, Bačka Palanka

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Dunav

A family-run hotel-restaurant on the Danube in Ilok, serving continental country cooking with river fish and local wines. Michelin Recommended.

The story

Dunav – Country Cooking on the Danube in Ilok, Croatia | Michelin Recommended

A Small Family Hotel on the Banks of the Danube

Since opening in 2005, Hotel Dunav has become one of the most attractive hotels in Syrmia and Slavonia. Its location on a promenade along the mighty Danube creates an atmosphere that draws both travelers and locals stopping by for coffee. The restaurant, with 120 seats overlooking the river, offers a setting that blends modern and traditional elements.

Country Cooking Rooted in the Region

The kitchen focuses on continental country cooking, with an emphasis on river fish specialties and wines from nearby Ilok. According to the hotel, boneless fish was prepared for the first time in Syrmia and Slavonia in their kitchen. Freshly caught perch, catfish, carp and sturgeon arrive alongside seasonal fruits and vegetables from local family farms. The menu also features fine specialties of black Slavonian pork – “kulen”, “kulenova seka”, Syrmia sausage, and “pećenica”. Dishes are cooked with a lot of love and passion, paired with the famous wines of Ilok winemakers, as has always been done in the region.

A Michelin Recommended Dining Experience

The dining room in Hotel Dunav has earned a Michelin Recommended award, a recognition of the consistently high quality of its country cooking. The combination of river-caught fish, locally sourced meats, and the view of the Danube makes the restaurant a destination for anyone exploring the flavors of Syrmia. Whether you come for a full meal or simply to enjoy the wine list, the restaurant delivers an honest, memorable taste of the region.

Recognition

Awards & accolades

2026
Michelin
Recomended
Recomended

Ambience

A glimpse inside

Details

At a glance

Michelin 2026 — Recomended
Cuisines Country Cooking
Services Air Conditioning, Outdoor Seating, Parking

History

On the record

Established

Location

Find us

Julija Benešića, 62, Ilok, 32236, Croatia
Bačka Palanka, Serbia
+385 32 596 500
hoteldunavilok@hoteldunavilok.com
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