“An elegant, refined and independent 4* hotel on the Golfo Aranci coast, blending natural beauty with a fresh, beachy vibe. Rooms are bright with aquamarine accents, driftwood details, and private balconies. With a stunning pool, excellent restaurant and the prime spot of the area’s best beach”
“An elegant, refined and independent 4* hotel on the Golfo Aranci coast, blending natural beauty with a fresh, beachy vibe. Rooms are bright with aquamarine accents, driftwood details, and private balconies. With a stunning pool, excellent restaurant and the prime spot of the area’s best beach”
Hotel Review
Set in Golfo Aranci, a refreshingly low-rise ex-fishing village with its backdrop of hills and views across to islands. It has the wonderful authenticity of family-owned hotels where they live ‘in situ’.
The rooms are timeless and tasteful, fresh, airy and spacious. They have a beachlook with aquamarine tones of sea and sky. Fresh orchids, painted driftwood lampshades and tree-trunk tables adorn each room. All have private balconies or a terrace overlooking either the sea or the village and there’s a separate building for the suites. Standard rooms have en-suite bathrooms. The Superior Rooms and Junior Suites have whirlpool tubs or showers. The Luxury Pool Suite comes with its own jacuzzi-cum-mini pool on its generous-sized top-floor terrace. From the Pool Suites you can walk straight out to swim in the brand-new pool. All have inspirational sandstone bathrooms with the hotel’s own-brand local myrtle-scented products.
The infectious warmth of the staff go the extra mile with their delicate generosities of beach bags and restaurant fleeces. In the bright, airy foyer are ceramic artefacts and nautical sculptures, vivacious banana plants and white sofas with traditional turquoise needlework. Down a myrtle, mimosa and oleander-scented walkway is the excellent Blu Restaurant. From the hotel’s private white sandy beach, guests wade out from the shallow to the deeper water. Perfect for parents and their toddlers.
Written by Adam Jacot de Boinod
Recommended For
- Families
- With a kid-friendly beach, spacious suites, and warm staff who cater to every need, it's the perfect spot for families to unwind
- Local markets
- Explore Golfo Aranci village, strolling along its coastal paths or visiting local markets for an authentic Sardinian experience
- Beach Life
- Set on a private sandy beach with clear shallow waters, it's ideal for sunbathing or swimming in Sardinia's crystal-clear seas
- Hotel boats for hire
- Take a boat tour to the nearby islands, where unspoilt coves and turquoise seas await for an unforgettable day of exploration
- Cooking classes
- Join a cooking class, where local chefs teach you to create authentic Sardinian dishes using fresh, regional ingredients
- Snorkelling
- Dive into the crystal-clear waters right off the private beach, ideal for snorkelling and spotting vibrant marine life
- Hotel Entertainment
- Unwind by the pool, soaking up panoramic views of the Gulf while enjoying a refreshing cocktail in a serene setting
- Owner managed
- Family Suites
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Wellbeing
- Artworks
- Boutique
- Chic
- Gym
- On an island
- Contemporary
- Romantic
- Views
- Gourmet
Facilities
- Restaurant
- Indulge in a sunset aperitivo at the Blu Restaurant, where fresh seafood & stunning sea views make for a perfect end to the day
- Parking
- Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed)
- Airport transfer
- Additional charges apply
- Sit-out Terrace
- Massage
- Meeting Room
- Hairdresser/Beauty Salon
- Outdoor dining
- Babysitting
- Laundry
- Bar
- Family Suites
- Suites
- Swimming Pool
- Gym
- Room service
- Concierge
- Wifi
- Views
- Business Centre
- Safe
Activities
- Local markets
- Explore Golfo Aranci village, strolling along its coastal paths or visiting local markets for an authentic Sardinian experience
- Hotel boats for hire
- Take a boat tour to the nearby islands, where unspoilt coves and turquoise seas await for an unforgettable day of exploration
- Cooking classes
- Join a cooking class, where local chefs teach you to create authentic Sardinian dishes using fresh, regional ingredients
- Snorkelling
- Dive into the crystal-clear waters right off the private beach, ideal for snorkelling and spotting vibrant marine life
- Hotel Entertainment
- Unwind by the pool, soaking up panoramic views of the Gulf while enjoying a refreshing cocktail in a serene setting
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A chic, low-rise four-star hotel on the Golfo Aranci archipelago, with sea views across to the islands of Tavolara and Molara. The typically Sardinian accommodation overlooks the sea, has its own private beach, and a first-class chef.
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