Hotel Santa Gilla  

On Sardinia’s south coast in Capoterra, tucked beside the Natural Park of Santa Gilla and the sandy Sa Maddalena Beach. A short drive brings you to Cagliari highlights like the Port of Cagliari, Bastion of Saint Remy and the Monte Arcosu Nature Reserve.

Set on about one hectare of Mediterranean park, this non-smoking hotel has 71 rooms across ground and first floors with private patios or terraces. Expect air-conditioned rooms with minibars, flat-screen TVs, safes and bathrooms with tubs or showers; two suites add a lounge and large terrace. Several rooms are wheelchair accessible.

Soak in the outdoor pool, kids’ pool or any of the three spa tubs, then hit the 24-hour fitness center or rent a bicycle to explore the coast. Complimentary beach service (300m away) runs 1 June–15 Sept and includes one umbrella and two sunbeds per room. Onsite perks include a beach bar, lobby bar, garden, free self-parking and airport shuttle (surcharge). Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and unwind with room service, laundry and wedding or concierge services.

Conference room and business center with printing/fax, an internet corner plus wireless internet throughout the hotel. 24-hour front desk and express check-out make work trips simple.

Dine at the hotel restaurant Il Fenicottero or grab cocktails at the bar and beach bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 to 10:00, and room service is available for relaxed nights in.