Best Luxury Hotels in Sardinia

Hotel Cala di Volpe is found in one of the most popular areas for tourists, known as the Emerald Coast. It takes the form of a village, with its jetty stretching out into the water and was originally designed by Jacques Couelle’s in the 1960s. Boasting a barbecue area, an Olympic-size saltwater pool, direct access to the sea and 121 bedrooms with private terraces, it provides ample opportunity to enjoy the alfresco life. Hotel Cala di Volpe’s Shiseido Spa is uber-modern – fewer than three years old – and the restaurant, Le Grand, provides unrestricted water views.

Located along the beautiful coastline of Santa Reparata Bay on the northern coast of Sardinia, the Mangia’s Santa Teresa Resort, is a stunning 5-star resort that is part of the Curio Collection by Hilton.The resort comprises 199 bright guest rooms with sea or garden views and interiors take inspiration from elegant Arab styles. Guests can enjoy access to a private beach along with a breathtaking infinity pool, a gym and a tennis court for sports enthusiasts. For adventure seekers, there are nearby trekking trails to explore the surroundings or a short 10-minute trip to the charming town of Santa Teresa Gallura. Dining facilities include two restaurants and stylish bar.

Situated north of San Teodoro, close to Lu Impostu—one of the island’s most stunning beaches—this elegant 98-room resort is nestled within the splendid Mediterranean landscape. With its white sands and crystal-clear waters, the resort is an idyllic setting for experiencing the natural beauty of Sardinia. Guests have access to a variety of water sports activities including diving, snorkelling, kayaking, and boat tours. Culinary aficionados will delight in the resort’s multiple dining options. For those seeking relaxation, the exquisite spa at the hotel offers a peaceful retreat.

Adjacent to the Conca Verde Beach on the north coast, La Coluccia offers views across to Spargi island. This was one of Sardinia’s first boutique resorts, in a secluded spot, providing chic accommodation. Accommodation categories range from design rooms overlooking the garden or inner courtyard, through to suites with spacious living areas — many are accessible and cots can be provided. In the restaurant, a team of specialist chefs handcraft items such as bread and pasta and desserts, with food served overlooking the sea, on a terrace over the pool. The spa encompasses a relaxation area with herbal teas, massage cabins and a gym.

While Poetto beach is just minutes away, Palazzo Doglio is very much a city hotel, found in the historic centre of Cagliari. 72 elegant rooms and suites are bathed in natural light and feature precious Carrara marble. Created for both business and leisure, there are meetings rooms, a conference theatre and the Doglio Club provides an unparalleled wellness oasis where you can enjoy a wide range of personalized treatments, rituals, and an exclusive Skin Care line by Natura Bissé. Osteria del Forte, a classic trattoria, has the esteemed Executive Chef Alessandro Cocco at the helm. Saudade is the Japanese-Brazilian eatery, Maiori is a contemporary pizzeria, the American Bar serves cocktails and Colonial offers a tapas and grill menu.

With the glittering coastline on one side and fragrant gardens on the other, this is a beautifully calming and quintessentially Sardinian setting for the 7Pines Resort. It comprises 76 individual suites accommodated either in the gardens, close to the Laguna pool or beside the beach. The Pure Seven spa offers mindfulness sessions, treatments using organic and vegan products, a Relax Tour and a Kneipp bath coming in 2023. Additionally, there are three restaurants and three bars, the seafront Cone Club and the 7Pines Yachting Services, for sea-based adventures taking you to the far reaches of this picture-perfect region.

Take the helicopter flight from Olbia to arrive at Li Finistreddi’s private heliport in suitably exclusive style. The country retreat overlooks Costa Smeralda and the archipelago of La Maddalena from its hilltop perch. Every room here has main door access, sea views and Frette bed linens, with local materials and handiworks incorporated into the decor. A four-minute shuttle transfer takes guests staying here to the retreat’s private area of Barca Bruciata Beach, or guests can lounge by the pool and visit the spa. Dining takes place at Osteria Gourmet with its glass-fronted veranda overlooking the sea, and dishes crafted using produce from the resort’s own organic kitchen garden.

The Aethos Sardinia is a beautifully designed hotel in a serene and secluded location overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The hotel offers a selection of luxurious rooms and suites with splendid sea and garden views as well as terrace, balcony and private garden options. This hotel features the Grand 3-bedroom Pool Suite with its tranquil private garden, 200m panoramic walking path and freshwater pool. Guests are invited to dine at the ZAÏA Sardinia restaurant and savour the flavours and traditions of the island. You can lounge by the serene outdoor pool or take full advantage excellent spa facilities. There are wellness treatments and experiences available to transport you during your stay. The hotel also boasts a unique outdoor fitness room with floor to ceiling windows and unbeatable views.

With 122 rooms, suites, and villas, Falkensteiner Resort Capo Boi combines mid-century heritage with modern Mediterranean ease. Set along a private sandy cove on Sardinia’s wild southern coast around a one hour drive from Cagliari, the resort retains the charm of its 1960s origins while embracing a design language inspired by Moorish influences, from carved wooden headboards and inlaid tables to softly muted hues of sea blue, blush, and sand.

Dining celebrates both place and imagination. Artigiani serves generous Mediterranean buffets in the main dining space, along with pizza up in the poolside restaurant, KENTO, shaped by Michelin-starred chef Theodor Falser, offers Pan-Asian and Italian flavours, while Sudoki Bar pairs sushi with sunset cocktails. The 750 m² Acquapura Cocoon Spa provides a serene retreat with saunas, a steam room, a heated pool, and wellness classes, complemented by a gym, tennis court, and watersports from the beach.

Family-friendly yet tranquil, the resort’s Falky Land offers creative and nature-based programmes for children, alongside a playground, kids’ pool, and beach inflatables. With panoramic views over the Capo Carbonara Marine Reserve, two swimming pools, and easy access to Cagliari Airport, Falkensteiner Resort Capo Boi offers a rare balance of Sardinian authenticity and contemporary coastal luxury.

This 5-star resort has taken pride of place on Marinella Beach in Porto Rotondo, since its inception in 1963. 59 bedrooms and suites are decorated with Sardinian and Mediterranean furnishings, marble from Orosei, Samugheo rugs and picture windows showcasing the stunning outlook. There are three dining options, two of which are in-house; Mediterraneo (serving family-friendly breakfasts and evening meals), Tzia Maria (for lunch and dinner) and the Marinella Beach Restaurant (for which guests receive a credit). The Lobby Bar accompanies drinks with live piano music, the Pool Bar for beverages, snacks and ice cream and the elegant Marinella Lounge Bar. Hotel Abi D’Oru also has an excellent spa and the Bee Happy Kids’ Club.