Northern Sardinia Travel Guide

Tourist 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £196 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
£196
per night
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"It’s an airport hotel but it feels much like a tiny resort with an excellent onsite restaurant and an outdoor pool. Appreciate the breakfast in the morning. Also, the hotel is well located if you have a car and want to explore some of the little towns east and west of Oblia."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Jazz Hotel
Hotel Martini Olbia

Hotel Martini Olbia

4 out of 5
Via Gabriele d'Annunzio, 21 Olbia SS
The price is £186 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
£186
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
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! (393 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
Grand Hotel in Porto Cervo

Grand Hotel in Porto Cervo

4 out of 5
Localita' Cala Granu Arzachena SS
The price is £652 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£652
per night
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Stay at this beach hotel in Arzachena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Capriccioli Beach and Carla Granu are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (209 reviews)
"Way better experience than we expected!! This place is a gem in a beautiful part of the island. Having a small beach that was a 3-4 minute walk from our hotel room was incredible, direct access from the hotel property. Our room was on the small side, but it was definitely adequate and it had ample ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Grand Hotel in Porto Cervo
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
Albergo Residenziale Gli Ontani

Albergo Residenziale Gli Ontani

4 out of 5
Via Sos Alinos, 1 Orosei NU
Stay at this family-friendly residence in Orosei. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Marina di Orosei ...
Albergo Residenziale Gli Ontani
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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