Sardinia's Best Beaches

The beaches of Sardinia, running after one another in the almost 2000 kilometres of coast, sometime interrupted by rocky formations and port constructions, frame real paradise-like corners.

Sometimes wild, sometimes mundane, the beaches of Sardinia create a frame for a special holiday on the island, a mosaic of rich colors and unforgettable shades.
 

Sardinia East Coast

Cala Girgolu
Beach protected by capes, in a stretch of coastline full of coves and gorges where many pink granite rocks border the sea, such as the famous "Turtle".

Behind the beach there is the small pond Ghjlgòlu, frequented by herons, cormorants, ducks and other birds.

Coda Cavallo
This stretch of beach with white sand is protected by dunes on which juniper trees grow has always been a point of reference for sailors.

The headland rich in  coves, stretches out on the sea with an unmistakable profile

Cala Luna
Cala Luna is regarded as the number one beach on the Mediterranean, is a white half-moon crescent lapped by crystal-clear waters, overlooking the Gulf of Orosei.

On the upper side of the beach there six small grottos and the Grotta del Bue Marino, the last sanctuary of the endangered monk seal, this is the most spectacular of the grottos

Cannigione
The beach of fine white sand few minutes from the town of Cannigione is surrounded by juniper trees and small pond. It is an oasis of peace, comfort and relaxation.

Costa Smeralda Spiaggia del Principe
His name is linked to an alleged preference of Prince Aga Khan for this corner of the sea.

Her beauty is unquestionable, two wings of sand separated by a pink rocky promontory covered with vegetation.

Our Choice of Hotels on Sardinia East Coast
 

Sardinia North West Coast

Spiaggia della Pelosa
Considered as one of Sardinia's best beaches, Spiaggia della Pelosa is about an hour's drive from Alghero up to the north-west coast. Flour-fine white sand is lapped by crystalline shallow water guarded by an ancient stone watchtower. 

It’s busy in high season and the nearby village of Stintino make an interesting stop for lunch.

Li Cossi
Among the most known beaches in Sardinia, Li Cossi it is a corner of great charm and evocativeness, located within in a wind-sheltered cove, enclosed between rocks and bluffs of pink trachyte.

Beach le Mimose
The Bay of the Mimose is an expanse of candid sand caressed by a celestial sea and framed by dunes that spreads its scents along the beach.

Our Choice of Hotels in Northern Sardinia
 

Sardinia South Coast

Baia Chia – Sardinia South West Coast
A beach with silky white sand along the Costa del Sud, on one of the island’s most scenic route, punctuated by rugged cliffs, coves and Spanish watchtowers.

Cala Goritze – Sardinia South East Coast
This is one of the most beautiful bays of the Mediterranean, an authentic national monument celebrated by the colours of the sea, underwater springs and beautiful some marble rocks smoothed over time. The beach has coarse white sand and pebbles.

Our Choice of Hotels in Southern Sardinia

Sardinia Natural Marine Parks

Distributed along the coast of Sardinia, the marine protected areas are governed by laws to protect the natural heritage and to ensure a unitary management of the complex ecosystem of international interest.

Some of our hotels are located within a short distance from the following marine reserves, these area are really stunning and are the ideal location for those seeking a nature holiday in total relax.

Maddalena Archipelago - Sardinia North East
A short distance from the rugged north-eastern coast of Sardinia, the archipelago of La Maddalena is the 'most beautiful corner of the Mediterranean.

It consists of a series of islands, islets and rocks of granite smoothed by the wind, whose total area is less than 50 square kilometres.

The main islands of the archipelago are seven: the homonymous Maddalena, Caprera and Santo Stefano to the southeast, Spargi, Budelli, Razzoli and Santa Maria to the northwest.

With the 180 km coastline of the archipelago, there some of the most famous and evocative   beaches  of the Mediterranean, we mention in particular La Spiaggia del Cavaliere Rosa in Budelli, the beaches of Cala Coticciu and  Del Relitto in Caprera, Corsara and Cala Cala Granara in Spargi.

Valle Erica Spa & Resort
Hotel Cala di Lepre
Hotel Capo d'Orso

Tavolara Marine Reserve - Sardinia East Coast
The Tavolara Archipelago, on Sardinia north-eastern coast not far from the Emerald Coast,  is composed by the isles of Tavolara, Molara and Molarotto.

It's a protected marine area rich in Mediterranean colors extending from Capo Ceraso to Capo Coda Cavallo and presents a series of inlets, beaches, bays, and promontories.

Terra di Mare Resort




Asinara Island - North Sardinia
Asinara is the second largest island of Sardinia after Sant'Antioco. It is a narrow territory stretching from North to South, with a very indented coastline, which highlights the great variety of habitats.

The island has an extremely peculiar historical, environmental, and juridical situation. Although the first evidences of human presence date back to the Neolithic Age, the environmental features of the area have been preserved thanks to a series of events which gave it the name of "Isola del Diavolo" ("Devil's Island").




Marine Reserve of Porto Conte - Sardinia North West
The aim of Porto Conte Park is to ensure a unitary management of the ecosystem complex of international interest situated in the north of the town of Alghero, which has been defined by the great naturalist Jaques Costeau "one of the most beautiful corners of the Mediterranean". 

The territories it encloses are enough to legitimate the protection measures. At the moment, the Park borders do not go beyond the borders of the Municipality of Alghero.

Hotel Villa Las Tronas

Golf in Sardinia

The island of sardinia counts some of Italy's finest golf courses within walking distance of the sea or immersed in the wilderness of the mysterious inland.

Immersed in the green tones of the playing fields and in the clear blue sky, golf lovers will find peace and tranquility, surrounded by natural landscapes of rare beauty.




Is Molas Golf Club
Santa Margherita di Pula (CA)

The golf course of Is Molas was the first in Sardinia and with its twenty-seven holes is the largest on island.

The proximity of the sea and the protection of the hills surrounding the town of Is Molas create a unique microclimate all year round: the temperature reaches 20 degrees in early spring, rises above 30 in summer and even in December and January is likely to be higher than the 15 degrees.

The championship eighteen holes course was designed by the collaboration between the Cotton Studio, Pennink & Partners and Piero Mancinelli.

The Is Molas championship course is considered one of the most technically satisfying and spectacular courses not just in Italy, but in the whole of the Mediterranean area. It has staged many prestigious competitions, including four Italian Opens and a European Volvo Masters.

The nine holes of the yellow route, the most difficult to play, have the signature of Franco Piras of the Gary Player Design.

The presence of all the typical species of the Mediterranean Marquis along golf course makes the Is Molas a beautiful garden with sea views.

The Club House is elegant and well equipped: there is a bar with panoramic terrace, a shop and a restaurant open for lunch and for special occasions, which offers an innovative Mediterranean menu with many traditional Sardinia dishes.

 


Pevero Golf Club
Porto Cervo (OL)

Located in the glamourous Emerald Coast on Sardinia east coast, Pevero Golf Club (18 buche e 72 par) is surrounded by rocks and natural pools, and is perfumed with the aromas of strawberries, juniper and myrtle released by the lush Mediterranean maquis.

The golf was designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr in 1972 and since then has been considered as one of the best courses in the world.

Petra Segreta Resort & Spa

Golf Club Puntaldia
San Teodoro (OL)

Golfers will be immediately fascinated by the spectacular green at the Golf Club Puntaldia: this beautiful green borders the beach and it is surrounded by palm trees and laps in several points the bays and the small rocky inlets of the coast, offering customers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Island of Tavolara.

This is a nine-hole green, Par 30, with a total length of 3364 metres. The holes allow players at each level to express themselves at the best of their possibilities.

Even the most demanding players will feel here completely satisfied by the very high standard of the features which enrich and complete the Golf Club Puntaldia: driving range, putting green, club house, pro-shop and bar on the beach.

Due Lune Golf Resort San Teodoro




Chia Laguna
Domus de Maria (CA)

Technical for the experienced players, accessible for beginners, Golf 18-hole pitch and putt Chia Golf Club is a exciting version of golf.

The deep blue of Chia, the sand golden dunes and the lagoons with pink flamingos combine to create a unique environment.

Hotel Aquadulci

Diving in Sardinia

Sardinia’s underwater world is just as diverse and varied as its island scenery. Every year diving fans are lured to Sardinia by its striking coastlines, translucent water, abundant sunshine, sunken Roman galleys, rugged rocks and rare shells.

If you are interested in a diving holiday we reccomend the north east side of the island between Cannigione and Palau, where you can do a course, rent equipment and take guided tours.

Hotels with their own diving centre

Hotel Capo d'Orso
Hotel Cala di Lepre
Hotel Cala di Falco