Northern Sardinia

Travel Guide

A narrow cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a parked scooter, and people walking.
A harbor with boats, a stone wall, and buildings with red-tiled roofs.
A crowded beach with people sunbathing and swimming, colorful umbrellas, and a mountain in the background.
A crowded beach with people sunbathing and swimming.
A cobblestone street with outdoor cafes, historic buildings, and a coastal fortification.

"Benvenuto" to Alghero - Northern Sardinia! Alghero - Northern Sardinia is surrounded by the picturesque beaches, forests and wetlands of popular Sardinia.

Rome, which is the national capital, is located 220 miles (354 kilometers) northeast of Alghero - Northern Sardinia, while Olbia is 60 miles (97 kilometers) to the northeast.

Try not to limit yourself to Alghero - Northern Sardinia the wider region features plenty of cultural and scenic attractions just waiting to be explored. You'll also find Laconi, 19 miles (31 kilometers) to the north, and Santu Lussurgiu 19 miles (31 kilometers) to the east.

About 25 miles (40 kilometers) to the southwest of Alghero - Northern Sardinia is Oristano, a regional center where you can visit Cathedral of Oristano, Church of Santa Chiara (Chiesa di Santa Chiara) and Statue of Eleanor (Statua di Eleonora d'Arborea). Oristano St. Francisco Church (Chiesa di San Francesco) and Tower of St. Christophoros are also good to visit.

When the sun is shining, why not take the chance to investigate Sardinia's gardens, open-air museums and farms?. Discover some of the pieces of the region's rich cultural fabric within Sardinia's excellent history museums, theaters and nature museums.

Camping and bird watching are just a few of the options for relaxation in the Sardinia area. Have you ever wondered if you'd be brave enough to have a try sky diving? This area is the perfect spot to give it a go.

Everything has to end, but be rest assured, when it's time to say "Ciao", rest assured, you'll have many special photos and memories to remember your time here.

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Jazz Hotel

Jazz Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Degli Astronauti, 2 Olbia SS
The price is RM1,067 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
RM1,067
RM1,215 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Olbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The best place to stay"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Jazz Hotel
Hotel Palumbalza Porto Rotondo

Hotel Palumbalza Porto Rotondo

4 out of 5
Località Golfo della Marinella, 52 Olbia SS
The price is RM1,250 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
RM1,250
RM1,416 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Olbia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a private beach and a marina. Popular attractions Pittulongu Beach and La Marinella Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (193 reviews)
"Our bathroom had a terrible stench of drainage each time we ran the water in the sink and the room in general had a strong smell of humidity. Bathroom needs upgrading. Other than that the room was clean. Grounds are lovely and very well kept, breakfast was good and staff were very nice."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Hotel Palumbalza Porto Rotondo
Hotel Martini Olbia

Hotel Martini Olbia

4 out of 5
Via Gabriele d'Annunzio, 21 Olbia SS
The price is RM876 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
RM876
RM1,006 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Olbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (395 reviews)
"Hôtel bien situé et à 500 mètres de la place animée Curso Umberto où sont les bons restaurants. Petit déjeuner inclus et buffet très intéressant. Endroit tranquille et accueillant"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hotel Martini Olbia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Smeraldina Resort

La Smeraldina Resort

Lottizzazione Juanmalcu Santa Teresa di Gallura SS
Stay at this residence in Santa Teresa di Gallura. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Porto Pollo Beach and Spiaggia ...
8.2/10 Very good! (45 reviews)
"The hotel is located a bit away from the main tourist areas, but since we rented a car, transportation wasn’t an issue for us. The rooms were clean, and the service was good. However, the hotel doesn’t provide irons for borrowing, so it’s a good idea to bring your own steamer. One small inconvenience ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

La Smeraldina Resort
OlbiaLoft

OlbiaLoft

Via delle Terme Vicolo A 1 Olbia SS
Stay at this apartment in Olbia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, bike hire on-site and air conditioning. Popular attractions Port of Olbia and Pittulongu Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (45 reviews)
"The place isn’t what it shows in pictures but still nice. there was a smell when we arrived. The hosts were quick to respond to issues. Communicated clearly. Place is located centrally to a lot of resturaunts/bars/water. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

OlbiaLoft
Relais Villa Carola

Relais Villa Carola

4 out of 5
Localita Sottovento, 10, Porto Cervo Arzachena SS
Stay at this business-friendly residence in Arzachena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Capriccioli Beach and Portisco ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"Breakfast was fresh but very limited options. It was end of the season so that was probably a big factor. There is only a pool bar and no where to relax in the hotel if it is a rainy day. Again, I am sure this is only because of the time of year we went. We would love to return to the hotel when ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025

Relais Villa Carola
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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