We had been watching its construction for around 2 years and then looked on for a further 2 years whilst apparently they got their paperwork in order. Such is often the way in Croatia it seems.
We finally decided to spend the night there and avail ourselves of the facility of being able to walk into Gruz, a popular spot for us and worth visiting for essential shopping if you know your way around. It is also only a short walk in the other direction to the resort town of Lapad.
There is no doubt that, like its original in Rogoznica, Marina Frapa is set up for luxury yachts. But due to circumstances, at least partly, out of their control, the designers of this large project have got several things wrong and I suspect that the result will be that it will remain under used. This Covid-19 year will not help a fair assessment. But the real issues apart from Covid are numerous.
Marina Frapa's position from a navigational standpoint is pretty much faultless. A short distance from the open sea and close to the Q quay, fuelling station (for shallow draft yachts), restaurants, hotels and shopping.
Berthing is to substantial concrete piers that have been built far to high for most sailng yachts. There is nearly alway a constant water movement from the port traffic which puts a strain on your nerves if not on the deck fittings.
The staff are professional and friendly but the price is high - a 43ft yacht is €120 per night which does include water, power, facilities and pool. The floor in the mens' showers was constantly wet and I saw no sign of an attendant.
Somehow the attempt at luxury is out of place in this central port marina unlike its sister in picturesque Rogoznica. I think a more utilitarian marina would be better utilised and sorely needed for stops in Dubrovnik.
