The open-air amphitheater at the abandoned Hotel Belvedere served as the arena for Tyrion Lannister's trial by combat in Game of Thrones.

Located just southeast of Dubrovnik's Old Town, the circular amphitheater overlooks the Adriatic Sea and became the setting for one of the show's most unforgettable duels.

Location Highlights
  • Real Location: Hotel Belvedere Amphitheater
  • Show Location: The Trial by Combat Arena
  • Key Scenes: Oberyn Martell vs. The Mountain

Game of Thrones Scenes Filmed at Hotel Belvedere

S4 • E08
Trial by Combat: Oberyn vs. The Mountain

Trial by Combat: Oberyn vs. The Mountain

Prince Oberyn Martell fights Ser Gregor Clegane to determine Tyrion Lannister's fate.

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History of Dubrovnik’s Hotel Belvedere

Hotel Belvedere opened in 1985 as a luxury seaside resort built into the cliffs above Dubrovnik. It featured over 200 rooms, restaurants, terraces, and pools overlooking the Adriatic and Lokrum Island.

The hotel closed in 1991 after being damaged during the Croatian War of Independence. During the conflict, it was also used as a temporary shelter.

Today, the hotel remains abandoned, but its open-air amphitheater is still accessible from the surrounding grounds and attracts visitors because of its Game of Thrones filming history.

Hotel Belvedere Amphitheater in Real Life

Explore the real-life layout of the open-air amphitheater at Hotel Belvedere, from its circular stone arena to its cliffside views overlooking the Adriatic.

Distant view of Hotel Belvedere on the hillside near St. Jacob beach as seen from the Dubrovnik City Walls
Coastal rocks beneath Hotel Belvedere with a side view of the amphitheater
Access road above the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater with a building collapse warning sign
Wide view of the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater with Lokrum Island under late afternoon sunlight
Overhead view from the road looking down onto the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater and the sea
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View across the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater toward Lokrum Island
View across the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater toward Dubrovnik Old Town with a historic galleon ship at sea
View across the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater toward the adjacent stone building
View from the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater edge looking down toward the pier below and St. Jacob Beach
View from the amphitheater stage of the adjacent stone building at Hotel Belvedere
Low-angle view of the Hotel Belvedere spectator viewing area and adjacent stone building
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View from the Hotel Belvedere amphitheater stage toward the tiered spectator viewing area
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How to Find Hotel Belvedere

Hotel Belvedere is located about 2 kilometers southeast of Dubrovnik’s Old Town in the Sveti Jakov area.

Getting there: The most practical option is a 20-minute walk from Ploče Gate along the coastal road. Cars, taxis, and bus line 5 can also reach the area, but the road layout requires a longer route by vehicle, making walking the faster option for most visitors.

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Visiting Hotel Belvedere

  • Cost: Free
  • Access: Open-air amphitheater and exterior grounds, open 24/7.
  • Best Time: Morning or early afternoon for clear daylight without sun glare when looking toward the Old Town.
  • Important: Visit during daylight hours only and stick to the outdoor terraces. Do not enter the interior hotel structures and watch your step as the grounds are unmaintained.

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