Top 20 Small Luxury Hotels in Sardinia - Eva Novak's Guide (2024)

Charming. Lovely property. Lovely interior design. Stazzo Lu Ciaccaru is a complex of typical Sardinian rural dwellings which have been restored to create beautiful suites in a relaxing, natural environment in the heart of Arzachena. WiFi is free throughout. Close to the stunning seas of the Costa Smeralda and within reach of Northern Sardinia’s archaeological sites, Stazzo Lu Ciaccaru lies in 32 hectares of beautiful scenery, ideal for pleasant walks. Back at the hotel, enjoy a swim in the large pool or dine on delicious local dishes in Stazzo Lu Ciaccaru’s welcoming restaurant. The hotel can also organise trips to La Maddalena archipelago or to Corsica on a beautiful 14 metre yacht.

I love everything about this beautifully designed, quiet, and luxurious hotel. The setting is delightful, very peaceful with wonderful views. Just look at this beautiful pool and incredible rustic chic design.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 19

Stars: 4

Highly elegant. Unique. Popular among couples. Featuring a private beach along the Mediterranean Sea, La Villa del Re offers a variety of water sport facilities. The hotel also offers an outdoor swimming pool, restaurant, and bar. The elegant, air-conditioned rooms and suites all come with satellite TV, a minibar and safety deposit box. Each private bathroom includes a bathrobe, slippers and free toiletries. Most rooms have a balcony or patio, except classic rooms. A là carte breakfast, with sweet and savoury dishes, is available daily. The elegant restaurants Le Palme and Bellavista Grill serves traditional Italian and regional dishes, prepared daily with innovative techniques. Front row tables in our restaurants at dinner can be booked with a supplement of € 30,00. Both restaurants have a “dress code” which foresees that you do not come to the restaurant in a bathing suit. For dinner we suggest a smart casual attire and men are required to wear closed shoes. Guests can enjoy water sport activities, such as windsurfing, scuba diving, snorkelling and canoeing. La Villa del Re is located just 10 minutes' drive from the towns of Cala Sinzias and Costa Rei. Villasimius is a 20-minute drive away and Cagliari Airport is 1 hour's drive from the hotel.

This boutique hotel is one of the most popular in Sardinia among couples!

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 16

Stars: 5

Cosy rooms. Located 100 metres from the nearest beach, Hotel Cala Caterina offers a sea-view terrace and a garden with swimming pool. WiFi is free throughout the property. All rooms feature either a balcony or patio. They are decorated in a traditional style, with warm colours and terracotta floors. The restaurant serves local and international cuisine. The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and gourmet dinners. Lunch is available on request and à la carte.

Hotel rating: 8.5 (very good)

Rooms: 49

Stars: 4

Resort. Opened February 2022. Located in Baja Sardinia on a private beach, 7Pines Resort Sardinia - A Destination By Hyatt provides accommodation with three restaurants, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With three bars, the property also features a shared lounge, as well as a garden. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a patio and a private bathroom with a bidet. 7Pines Resort Sardinia offers certain rooms with sea views, and the rooms are equipped with a balcony. At the accommodation each room includes a seating area. Continental and Italian breakfast options are available daily at 7Pines Resort Sardinia - A Destination By Hyatt. The resort offers a children's playground. The area is popular for snorkelling and cycling, and car hire is available at 7Pines Resort Sardinia. Spiaggia Precedente A Mucchi Bianchi is 450 metres from the accommodation, while Tre Monti Beach is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, 26 km from 7Pines Resort Sardinia - A Destination By Hyatt.

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 75

Stars: 5

Unique. Located on the rolling hills of the Costa Smeralda, only 5 kilometers away from the glamourous village of Porto Cervo, Hotel Pitrizza unveils an understated retreat by the Mediterranean. Nestled in verdant gardens or overlooking the sea, 65 rooms, suites and villas invite to pure serenity. Bathed in natural light, they boast traditional charming décor and a balcony, terrasse or garden to indulge in the sweet Sardinian life. Some of them also feature a private swimming pool with dazzling views of the Mediterranean sea. The Grill restaurant offers a delightful cuisine inspired by the sun-ripened products of the region while the Bar Pitrizza presents a selection of light bites and creative co*cktails in the spirit of the Dolce Vita. For ultimate relaxation, the spa, the iconic swimming pool and the secluded beach complete this unspoilt well-being sanctuary. For dynamic guests, a fitness centre, a tennis and a padel courts, as well as multiple watersports are also available. And for the little ones, a kids club welcomes children in a dedicated area for fun-filled activities and exciting discoveries under the supervision of a dedicated member of the staff.

Hotel rating: 8.9 (fabulous)

Rooms: 67

Stars: 5

Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Great interior design. Popular among couples. Offering direct access to its own private beach, The Lanthia Resort is located in the suburb Santa Maria Navarrese, right in front of the Ogliastra Islands. Free internet is provided. Lanthia Resort lies amidst a beautiful natural landscape in the centre of the south-eastern coast of Sardinia. Relax on the beach or by the outdoor infinity pool. The in-house Montera restaurant offers traditional Sardinian food with a modern twist. Enjoy delicious dishes and great wine, learning more about Sardinian gastronomic heritage. The Lanthia Resort is situated near the harbours of Santa Maria Navarrese and Arbatax-Tortoli.

This might be one of the most UNIQUE AND AUTHENTIC boutique hotels in Sardinia.

Hotel rating: 8.9 (fabulous)

Rooms: 20

Stars: 4

Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples and women. Bajaloglia Resort is set on a hilltop overlooking the medieval village of Castelsardo, Doria Castle, and the sea. Its large garden features a swimming pool and sunbathing area. All rooms at the Bajaloglia have air conditioned and have a private balcony with sea view. Free Wi-Fi is also available in all the areas. There are plenty of tables and chairs out on the terrace, a perfect setting for enjoying a drink from the bar. A free hotel shuttle can take you to and from the various beaches nearby (Castelsardo and Lu Bagnu). On request with an extra fee, a transfer service is also available.

This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 13

Stars: 4

Resort. Nice style. Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Set in 5 hectares of forest just outside the town of San Pantaleo, Petra Segreta Resort & Spa offers panoramic views, modern wellness facilities and a large, heated fresh-water pool. WiFi is free throughout. Traditional Sardinian houses, known as Stazzi, are scattered around the resort's grounds. Here you will find the rooms that have been uniquely furnished to maintain a classic country style. Each room is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and private patio area. The main building at Petra Segreta is where you will find the lobby, lounge with fireplace and the the veranda overlooking the Maddalena Archipelago. Il Fuoco Sacro restaurant, awarded with its first Michelin star, specialises in Sardinian cuisine, while the Osteria del Mirto serves light lunches and snacks. Guests can relax in the wellness centre, which includes a sauna, Turkish bath and Ayurvedic massages. You will also have a bike rental service and free parking. Petra Segreta Resort & Spa is 25 minutes' drive from Olbia and 15 minutes from Pevero Golf Club by car. The sandy beaches along the Costa Smeralda are also easily reached by car.

Lovely stylish property in a picturesque location. The hotel pool is gorgeous and the private pool with the suite is much bigger than the usual private pools you get. The views are incredible. Gorgeous hotel!

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 27

Stars: 5

Historic property. Villa Las Tronas Hotel & SPA features an outdoor pool with panoramic views over the Gulf of Alghero. Set 10 minutes' walk from Alghero centre, it offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. A former royal retreat, Villa Las Tronas offers luxurious rooms equipped with air conditioning and satellite TV. They have both modern and antique furnishings, and many boast sea views. The Las Tronas SPA includes an indoor salt-water pool, a hot tub and a gym. A variety of beauty treatments are available, including massages. A sweet Italian-style breakfast is provided daily. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant with terrace which serves both classic Italian and local cuisine. The hotel is located on Sardinia’s north-west coast. The town of Sassari is a 35 km away and Alghero Fertilia Airport is 20 minutes’ drive.

This is the most historic small luxury hotel in Sardinia.

Hotel rating: 8.9 (fabulous)

Rooms: 21

Stars: 5

Delightful property. Romantic. Comfortable beds. Opened April 2021. Situated in Pula, a few steps from Spiaggia di Su Guventeddu, Sant Efis Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, two seasonal outdoor swimming pools and a bar. A few steps from Spiaggia dei Fichi and 500 metres from Spiaggia di Nora, the property offers a garden and a private beach area. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Sant Efis Hotel offers a continental or Italian breakfast. The accommodation offers a terrace. Nora is 1.1 km from Sant Efis Hotel, while Nora Archaeological Site is 1.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cagliari Elmas Airport, 40 km from the hotel.

In my judgement this could be the most beautiful and stylish small luxury hotel in Sardinia. It also has SUPER COMFORTABLE BEDS.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 45

Stars: 4

Charming. Great value. Grand Hotel Cannigione offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre. With a bar, the property also has a garden, as well as a private overwater deck at the beach, 400 metres away. WiFi is free throughout. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a kettle, a bidet, a hairdryer and a desk. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and free toiletries. The hotel offers a continental or à la carte breakfast. Grand Hotel Cannigione offers a terrace and a private beach located 2,5 km away which can be reached via free shuttle service. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Guests can enjoy the free shuttle service to/from the private deck area. Cannigione Beach is 800 metres from Grand Hotel Cannigione, while Isuledda Beach is 1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, 34 km from the hotel.

This luxury hotel has great affordability!

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 37

Stars: 5

Relaxing atmosphere. Elegant. Great value. The Hotel Valkarana Country Relais.enjoys a panoramic location on the shores of Lake Liscia, 45 minutes' drive from Porto Cervo. Decorated with hand-crafted granite stones, it looks like a typical Gallura farmhouse. Surrounded by the Mediterranean vegetation and wild olive groves, the hotel has its own lush gardens. It features an outdoor swimming pool for adults and children, and private lake access. Hotel Restaurant Valkarana offers a range of Sardinian specialities, including local meats and excellent wines. Meals are served on panoramic dining rooms and terraces overlooking the lake. Rooms are spacious and simple, all having independent access and great views. They are decorated with traditional materials such as wood, brick, granite, wrought iron and Sardinian ceramics. Located in the Gallura region, the hotel is 30 km from Olbia's airport and harbour. The village of Sant'Antonio di Gallura is a 5-minute drive away, while Arzachena is 14 km away.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 19

Stars: 4

Charming. Great location. Nice interior design. Set in Villasimius, a few steps from Spiaggia di Campulongu, Stella Maris offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Every room has a safety deposit box, while selected rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also have sea views. The units will provide guests with a minibar. A continental, Italian or American breakfast is available every morning at the property. Stella Maris offers a children's playground. The area is popular for fishing and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel. There is an on-site snack bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Riso Beach is 1.1 km from the accommodation, while Spiaggia della Fortezza is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Cagliari Elmas Airport, 63 km from Stella Maris.

This hotel has a great location in Villasimius.

Hotel rating: 8.6 (fabulous)

Rooms: 71

Stars: 4

Great views. Popular among women. At the foot of Mount Irveri, Hotel Villa Gustui Maris offers views of the Gulf of Orosei, an outdoor swimming pool, and a traditional restaurant with panoramic veranda. It is 600 metres from the centre of Cala Gonone, and a 2-minute drive from the beach. The rooms are named after the most beautiful beaches of the region: Cala Luna, Cala Sisine, Cala Mariolu and Cala Goloritzé. Most rooms have a balcony with panoramic view. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby. The restaurant is decorated in warm chestnut wood furniture, and serves Sardinian specialities. A sweet Italian breakfast is served at the poolside bar on the large outdoor terrace. Here in the evening you can enjoy an after-dinner drink. At Villa Gustui Maris the staff will assist you during your stay, offering a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. They are also happy to provide information about the natural and cultural characteristics of the region.

Relaxing and enjoyable place to stay with breathtaking views and wonderful ambiance. The pool overlooking the hills and the coast which is a perfect location for a romantic dinner. Beautiful rooms!

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 25

Stars: 4

Cosy rooms. Great location. Hotel Aquadulci is set in a peaceful location on Sardinia's southern coast, 500 meters from the public beach of Su Giudeu. The garden with palm trees includes a swimming pool, and WiFi is free throughout. Rooms at the Aquadulci Hotel are all air conditioned and feature satellite TV. A varied buffet breakfast is served in the restaurant overlooking the garden. Also open at lunch and dinner, the restaurant uses only the finest local ingredients to prepare a selection of Sardinian specialities. Located in Spartivento - Chia, Aquadulci offers free parking and bike and sailboat rental. Nora, an ancient Roman town, is a 30-minute drive away, while the beaches of Cala Cipolla and Cala Zafferano are also easily reached.

Great hotel in a wonderful location with a beautiful pool, restaurant, and lounge areas. Rooms are incredibly comfortable and spacious, beautifully furnished. High-quality restaurant with affordable prices.

Hotel rating: 8.9 (fabulous)

Rooms: 31

Stars: 4

Great value. Good breakfast. Just 900 metres from Villasimius, Hotel Simius Playa overlooks the turquoise sea of Capo Carbonara, and offers an outdoor swimming pool and air-conditioned rooms. The restaurant serves fresh fish and Mediterranean specialities. Hotel Simius Playa is a colonial-style building surrounded by a tropical garden. It features a private beach of fine sand, just opposite the property. Rooms are spacious, and each is equipped with a private bathroom with bath or shower. Some rooms offer views of the sea or a balcony. The hotel offers free parking. The bus for Cagliari stops 50 metres away.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 42

Stars: 4

Great location. Comfortable beds. L'Ea Bianca Luxury Resort has everything you need for a holiday in real luxury. Set on a gentle hillside it boasts fantastic views across the sea to La Maddalena islands. On site you will also find a boutique and luxury store. The large wellness centre features a well-equipped gym, hot tub, and sauna. Chill out in the relax area and treat yourself to a massage or beauty treatment from the wide selection available. L’Ea Bianca is just 150 metres from the sea and is surrounded by lush, Mediterranean gardens. Your room is spacious and elegant and features a balcony with sea views. You have all modern comforts including free internet access. Guests have 1 free parasol and 2 sun loungers at the private beach. The restaurant overlooks the garden and serves a delicious mix of Sardinian, Italian, and international dishes. Choose from a carefully selected wine list. The well-equipped conference room can seat 70 and has direct access to the garden.

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 44

Stars: 5

Elegant. Offering views of the Maddalena Archipelago at the horizon, Li Finistreddi is set on a green hill in northern Sardinia. It features two outdoor and private swimming pools, a spa with a fitness corner and a restaurant. All the air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Li Finistreddi are provided with a balcony and free WiFi. They include a private bathroom with shower, international satellite channels and a minibar. Guests start the day with an extensive à la carte breakfast. With sea views, the Osteria Gourmet restaurant offers traditional Sardinian food as well as classic Italian and international dishes. The wellness centre features a heated salt water hydromassage pool, sauna, Turkish bath and fitness corner. Outside there is an equipped wellness path and a tennis court. The property is located in the Micalosu area of Cannigione. It is 18.6 km from Porto Cervo.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 22

Stars: 5

Elegant. Comfortable beds. Great location. Popular among women. A villa on the waterfront, Villa Margherita is a family-run hotel offering boutique accommodation. It features rooms overlooking the Gulf of Aranci and an extensive outdoor pool with a hot tub. Decorated in creamy tones and wicker furnishings, rooms at Hotel Villa Margherita are also equipped with a TV and free Wi-Fi. They are all air-conditioned and include en suite bathrooms with courtesy bathrobes and slippers. Fresh seafood and regional Sardinian specialties are served at the restaurant of the hotel. Guests can also enjoy al fresco dining, possible in the outdoor terrace, among palm trees and hibiscus flowers. The hotel also features a well-equipped gym and on-site relaxing facilities, which include a hammam and massage treatments. The in-house bicycle rental provides the opportunity to discover the fishing port and white-sand beaches.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 41

Stars: 4

Newly opened, February 2024. Colostrai Hotel Club has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in San Priamo. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Colostrai Hotel Club have a sea view. The rooms have a wardrobe. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Colostrai Hotel Club offers a children's playground. You can play tennis at the hotel. Speaking English, French and Italian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always on hand to help. The nearest airport is Cagliari Elmas Airport, 65 km from Colostrai Hotel Club.

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 32

Stars: 4