Further down the scale, and particularly in the smaller towns, services are poor. The best hotels are always heavily booked, so advance booking is essential. Prices are very high, and payable in hard currency for visiting foreign nationals. Also, the Montenegrin resorts may be overcrowded, following the closure of the Croatian coastline to all Yugoslav nationals. Prices are set independently according to region, tourist season and the quality of service.
Many people offer rooms, often with meals, to visitors in villages without hotels.
Discounts are available off-season. Contact tourist offices or travel agencies for details. Holiday villages are available in many resorts as well as a selection of apartments and villas. Travel agencies and tourist offices have further information. A permit from the local tourist office is required for off-site camping.