Sardinia Beaches
With over 1,800km of unspoilt coastline, Sardinia is renowned for beautiful beaches and the most translucent azure blue sea in the Mediterranean.
Being the second largest island in the Mediterranean, the coastline varies enormously from north to south and east to west. However, wherever you are in Sardinia, there will be a stunning coastline with beautiful bays and beaches to discover, from the famous Costa Smeralda stretching for 55km in the north east, to the unspoilt south coast with many deserted beaches and Caribbean-like turquoise sea.
"Sardinia has some of the world’s most idyllic beaches. Mile upon mile of pearly-white sands dip into waters of dazzling shades of aquamarine and emerald green. Elsewhere, rugged cliffs plunge into the sea and tiny coves and picturesque harbours beg to be explored. The waters really are swimming-pool-blue – and the sandy coves are often deserted." Times Online ‘Best Beaches in Sardinia’, Adele Evans (1950-2012) to whom we dedicate this page, with our thanks.
Many beaches in Sardinia are free to access, but from June to September some of the most popular ones may charge entrance and parking fees? and may also have visitor limits in place to manage tourism and protect the environment.
Beach Tour
Explore some of Sardinia’s most stunning beach locations on this tour taking in Sardinia’s picturesque eastern coastline.
Sardinia Beach Resorts
Lanthia Resort is a modern boutique style hotel situated in the small coastal town of Santa Maria Navarrese on the stunning east coast of Sardinia. With contemporary accommodation, restaurant and pool, just 100m from the beach, the Lanthia is a perfect base to explore this beautiful coastline.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
The elegant Aethos Sardinia located in Cannigione on the north east coast of Sardinia, enjoys wonderful sea views from its hillside position over the Gulf of Arzachena to Baia Sardinia and Caprera Island beyond. It is just 200m from the seafront and 800m from Cannigione town, beach and port.
Situated on a fabulous white sandy beach with Caribbean-like turquoise gently shelving sea on the Golfo Aranci peninsula, just 21km from Olbia on the north east coast of Sardinia, Gabbiano Azzurro Suites enjoy a stunning location with wonderful sea views across the gulf to the dramatic Isola Tavolara.
Situated on the spectacular beach at Baia Sardinia, Club Hotel enjoys wonderful sea views, direct beach access and an excellent restaurant for a relaxing holiday on the Costa Smeralda, just 36km from Olbia airport.
Resort & Spa Le Dune is located on the north west coast of Sardinia, approximately 1½ hours from both Alghero and Olbia airports. Ideal for families, it is situated behind the long sandy beach at Badesi Mare with 6 swimming pools, 9 restaurants and activities and entertainment for the whole family.
Located on the ‘Coral Riviera’, Hotel Carlos V occupies a prime position above the waterfront promenade leading to the old town of Alghero and enjoys panoramic sea views across to the Gulf of Alghero to Capo Caccia beyond.
The popular Residence Oasis is well situated, just a short transfer from the airport and across the road from the long white sandy beach leading to Alghero town.
Chia Laguna is situated in the beautiful bay of Chia 20km from Pula and 58km from Cagliari airport. Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia offers guests sophisticated and stylish accommodation in an idyllic location.
This popular resort situated close to the beautiful bay of Chia on the south west coast of Sardinia, approximately 58km from Cagliari airport, offers families a choice of accommodation in the Hotel Village, along with complimentary children's clubs, 5 pools, 11 restaurants including one specifically for children and a host of activities and entertainments.
VOI Tanka Village is situated near Villasimius, on the south eastern tip of Sardinia. Overlooking the beautiful Bay of Simius in 43 hectares of Mediterranean landscape, this large Italian beach resort offers a host of activities and entertainment for couples and families, with complimentary children’s clubs, located 55km from Cagliari airport.
Sant’Efis Hotel is located on the beach of Su Guventeddu between the Roman ruins of Nora and the promontory of Santa Vittoria, 3km from the colourful town of Pula on the south coast of Sardinia. Completely refurbished in 2021 yet surrounded by beautiful mature gardens, this charming 4 star boutique hotel offers comfortable guest rooms and suites, two pools, beach bar and restaurant enjoying wonderful sea views.
The popular Hotel Oasis is well situated, just a short transfer from the airport and across the road from the long white sandy beach leading to Alghero town.
Calaserena Resort by Bluserena is a superb 4 star all-inclusive beachfront resort located between Cagliari and Villasimius on Sardinia’s stunning southern coast. Set within Mediterranean gardens and beside a lovely sandy beach, the resort is ideal for couples and families seeking a relaxing yet activity-filled holiday.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
A modern town hotel offering guests a good standard of B&B accommodation and rooftop pool in a convenient location close to the seafront and within walking distance of the town centre.
Situated on the south west coast of Sardinia in a small cove with wonderful sea views, La Ghinghetta Relais has just 9 sea view guest rooms and a panoramic roof terrace with small pool and bar terrace to relax and enjoy the wonderful sea views and sunsets.
Gabbiano Azzurro Hotel & Suites is situated on a fabulous white sandy beach with Caribbean-like turquoise gently shelving sea on the Golfo Aranci peninsula, just 21km from Olbia on the north east coast of Sardinia. The hotel enjoys a stunning location with wonderful sea views across the gulf to the dramatic Isola Tavolara.
Family friendly resort situated on the hillside around the bay adjacent to Capo d’Orso on the beautiful north east coast of Sardinia with wonderful sea views, pools, excellent buffet restaurant, al fresco spa pools, multisports area, children's clubs, activities & entertainment.
Hotel Torreruja is situated on the north west coast of Sardinia offering a superb setting above the picturesque fishing port of Isola Rossa and enjoying wonderful sea views and sunsets. There are two beautiful beaches on either side of the peninsula.
The enchanting Hotel Capo d'Orso Thalasso & Spa is tucked away in a lovely secluded location, shaded by olive trees and surrounded by beautiful coves with sparkling sea views of Caprera Island, Baia Sardinia and the Costa Smeralda beyond.
Situated in the small town of Santa Maria Navarrese on the dramatic east coast of Sardinia, approximately 143km from Cagliari, Hotel Nascar is a beautifully restored, family run, small town hotel just 50m from the beach.
Just 15km south of Olbia, close to the wonderful beach of Porto Taverna and the small town of Porto San Paolo, gateway to the Island of Tavolara and its protected marine area, the small and friendly Hotel Fenicottero Rosa is surrounded by colorful gardens with a lovely swimming pool.
In a fantastic position on the stunning Golfo Aranci peninsula in north east Sardinia, 14km from Olbia airport and 500m from a lovely beach, this large resort offers a choice of rooms, 2 pools, children’s clubs, 2 restaurants, 4 bars and many activities.
Situated close to the famous and stunning La Pelosa Beach in Stintino on the north west tip of Sardinia, this charming traditional hotel with restaurant and seafront pool is in a fantastic location for an active beach holiday.
This attractive hotel is situated on the north west coast of Sardinia, overlooking the beautiful Marinedda beach near Isola Rossa. It has been designed for couples, singles and families alike to combine relaxation in the Mediterranean sunshine with health and fitness.
Just Sardinia’s Allocation on Arrival is a great value for money option. The allocation is between 8 hotels located on the north eastern coastline of Sardinia, all accessed from Olbia airport.
Situated in Cala Gonone, a unique and natural coastal town on the impressive east coast of Sardinia, Hotel Costa Dorada is just 10 metres from the beach and enjoys lovely sea views.
Just 14km south of Olbia airport, Hotel Don Diego has the perfect waterfront position in the bay of Costa Dorata, with stunning views of the islands of Tavolara and Molara.
This classic 4 star hotel is set in manicured gardens leading onto a beautiful white sandy beach, with gently shelving turquoise sea, overlooking Capo Carbonara on the south eastern tip of Sardinia.
Only 150m from the sea and wonderful beach at Costa Rei on the south east coast of Sardinia, this popular small hotel is set in pretty gardens and perfectly situated for a beach holiday.
The attractive terraced Cala di Falco Villas are ideally situated adjacent to the Resort Cala di Falco, opposite the beach and 350m from the town and port of Cannigione, a popular holiday resort on the north east coast of Sardinia. Some villas enjoy wonderful sea views across the Gulf of Arzachena to Baia Sardinia and Caprera Island beyond.
Hotel La Licciola within Resort Valle dell’Erica is suitable for both couples and families, situated in a spectacular setting with secluded coves, beaches and stunning sea views towards the Maddalena islands and Corsica beyond. The resort has two hotels with Hotel La Licciola situated around the pools and close to the restaurants, bars and stunning beach.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
Located 39km from Cagliari airport on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, this delightful hotel and residence is nestled amongst gardens with Mediterranean plants and subtropical palm grove, within walking distance of the town of Pula, the beach and sea.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 47km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
Hotel Erica within Resort Valle dell'Erica is suitable for both couples and families, situated in a spectacular setting with secluded coves, beaches and stunning sea views towards the Maddalena islands and Corsica beyond.
Situated close to the beautiful bay of Chia on the south west coast of Sardinia, approximately 57km from Cagliari airport, Baia di Chia Resort sits on Chia promontory with stunning views over Monte Cogoni bay to Chia’s old watchtower, the lagoon populated with flamingos and the Mediterranean landscape.
On the south eastern tip of the island lies the superb bay of Timi Ama with the long white sandy Porto Giunco beach and crystal clear sea. Surrounded by fragrant Mediterranean gardens, this hotel stands within the Marine protected area of Capo Carbonara with a salt lake, home to a host of pink flamingos, all just 57km from Cagliari airport.
Located on beach of Procchio just a short walk from the village centre and 10km west of Portoferraio on the north coast of Elba, Hotel del Golfo is situated in immaculate gardens and offers spacious guest rooms and suites, 2 restaurants and 3 bars, swimming and jacuzzi pools, children’s club and land based and water sports activities including tennis, hiking and sailing.
This small and elegant hotel is situated close to Cala dei Ginepri just 5km from Baia Sardinia and 10km from Porto Cervo on the beautiful Costa Smeralda in north east Sardinia. Set in immaculate secluded gardens, L’Ea Bianca Luxury Resort enjoys panoramic sea views across the Gulf of Arzachena towards the island of Caprera.
These good value apartments, situated close to the beach and town, have their own pool and benefit from the use some of Resort Cala di Falco's facilities including tennis court, 3 restaurants and piano bar with evening entertainment.
Situated in Cala Gonone in the Gulf of Orosei on the beautiful east coast of Sardinia, Hotel Brancamaria has been recently refurbished to offer modern guest rooms, some with sea views, swimming pool, bar, restaurant and can organise excursions to experience the stunning coastline and mountainous interior.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
Situated in the small coastal town of Cannigione, not far from the famous Costa Smeralda and 30km from Olbia airport in the north east of Sardinia, Residence Riva Azzurra offers modern apartments with four small pools, a restaurant opposite the beach and within walking distance of the shops, restaurants and port.
The Villas at L'Ea Bianca Luxury Resort are situated close to Cala dei Ginepri, 5km from Baia Sardinia and 10km from Porto Cervo on the beautiful Costa Smeralda in north east Sardinia. The villas are set on the hillside behind the hotel, enjoying panoramic sea views and sunsets across the Gulf of Arzachena with Caprera Island beyond.
Situated close to the stunning Cala Sinzias beach, 6km from the charming town of Costa Rei on the beautiful south east coast of Sardinia, Spiagge San Pietro Resort is a charming and relaxing 4 star superior hotel ideal for couples for a romantic holiday or honeymoon with the unique Exoticus Restaurant, attractive pools in immaculate gardens and multisport area.
Situated on the beautiful north east coast of Sardinia, Baglioni Resort has a choice of stylish guest rooms and suites and has been designed around the pool, spa, restaurants and bars with panoramic views towards the lovely beach of Lu Impostu and the Tavolara Marine Reserve.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
Situated close to the town and port in Cannigione on the north east coast of Sardinia, Grand Hotel Cannigione is a contemporary 5 star hotel combining elegance, style and fine service with stylish guest rooms and suites, bar, restaurant, courtyard pool with sun terrace, wellness centre and outdoor gym with views to the sea.
Situated on the hillside just outside the port and town of Santa Teresa on Sardinia's northern tip, this superb residence is set in beautiful gardens and enjoys panoramic sea views across the Straits of Bonifacio to Corsica beyond.
The Hotel & Residence Cormoran is located on a stunning long sandy beach near Villasimius on the beautiful south east coast of Sardinia. There is a good choice of accommodation combined with activities and entertainments for all the family.
Newly opened in 2021, Is Serenas is a good all inclusive resort on the north west coast of Sardinia, approximately 1½ hours from both Alghero and Olbia airports, with a choice of guest rooms arranged in the gardens, beautiful beach with watersports, 4 pools, 3 restaurants, 4 bars, spa, children’s clubs with aquapark, extensive sports facilities including gym with classes, football, tennis and padel, many activities, excursions and evening entertainment.
Situated in Baia Sardinia on the beautiful north east coast of Sardinia, Hotel Cormorano offers Sardinian style guest rooms, breakfast and pool close to the stunning local beach with turquoise sea and lively piazza with a great selection of café bars, restaurants and pizzerias.
Situated close to Costa Rei beach on the beautiful south east coast of Sardinia, this adult only 5 star hotel has elegant guest rooms and suites, excellent restaurant, pool and lovely sea views.
Situated on the central north coast of Elba in the beautiful bay of Biodola, Hotel Hermitage is set in Mediterranean gardens bordering the beach and has wonderful sea views, well-appointed guest rooms and suites, 3 restaurants and bars, 2 pools, wellness centre, children’s club and offers a wealth of activities including 9 tennis courts, 9-hole golf course and watersports.
Situated in a unique location on its own rocky promontory jutting out into the sea, close to the historic old town of Alghero on the north west coast of Sardinia, Villa Las Tronas Hotel & Spa boasts uninterrupted sea views and sunsets across the bay to Capo Caccia.
Slightly set back from the beautiful bay of Biodola, 10km west of Portoferraio on the north coast of Elba, Hotel Biodola offers an excellent beach location, wonderful sea views, lovely Mediterranean gardens and Tuscan style accommodation, 2 restaurants, swimming pool, jacuzzi and children’s club.
This resort is ideally situated opposite the beach and 100m from the town of Cannigione. The hotel facilities include a pool, tennis court and playground, restaurant and a piano bar with evening entertainment.
Situated 2km from the town of Villasimius and the stunning beaches on the south east tip of Sardinia, S’Incantu Resort is a charming residence offering studio, 1 and 2 bedroom self catering apartments arranged around lawned gardens with a pool, snack bar and path leading to the beautiful beach of Campulongu just 700m away.
Residence Il Mirto is situated on the hillside next to Hotel Capo d'Orso Thalasso & Spa in one of the most beautiful locations on the north east coast of Sardinia, with wonderful views of Cala Capra, Caprera island and the Costa Smeralda beyond.
This charming residence is set in the immaculate gardens of Hotel Lantana, in an ideal location close to the beach and town of Pula, 39km from Cagliari on the beautiful south west coast of Sardinia.
The Cormoran is located on a stunning long sandy beach near Villasimius on the beautiful south east coast of Sardinia. There is a good choice of accommodation combined with activities and entertainments for all the family.
Situated on the fringe of the renowned Costa Smeralda near Porto Rotondo with lovely sea views over the Golfo di Marinella, Abi d’Oru Beach Hotel & Spa is located on one of the most beautiful bays in the north east Sardinia, suitable for couples and families alike.
Situated close to Villasimius on the stunning south east coast of Sardinia, approximately 54km from Cagliari airport, Resort Capo Boi is located in its own sandy bay enjoying wonderful sea views and offers family rooms and junior suites in the main hotel and villa-style rooms in the grounds along with private beach, 4 pools, spa, 2 restaurants, 2 bars, children's clubs along with a variety of activities and watersports.
Situated on the stunning beach at Cala Sinzias near Costa Rei on the south east coast of Sardinia, Hotel Garden Beach has a wonderful gardens, bungalow style accommodation, large pool, two restaurants, beach bar, children’s clubs with pool and sport facilities including gym, tennis and Padel.
Situated in a superb position in Baia Sardinia on the beautiful north east coast of Sardinia, Hotel La Bisaccia has wonderful sea views, swimming pool, bar and restaurant.
Due Lune Puntaldia Resort & Golf has an enchanting position overlooking the bay and golf course on the picturesque east coast of Sardinia near San Teodoro, 23km south of Olbia. It is situated at the charming Puntaldia with lawns leading down from the hotel to the pool, al fresco bar, beach and onto the golf course which stretches along the coast.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
The new 7Pines Resort Sardinia is situated south of Baia Sardinia on the north east coast, renowned for stunning turquoise sea, beautiful beaches and the refreshing scents of pine, cypress and aromatic shrubs. The resort, with 3 restaurants and bars, lovely pool area and spa, is focused on laid-back luxury with wonderful sea views and sunsets.
Built in attractive Sardinian style, the Torreruja Villas enjoy views over Isola Rossa and the sea beyond. The villas are adjacent to Hotel Relax Torreruja Thalasso & Spa where guests benefit from complimentary use of facilities including the swimming pool.
Located on Capo Ceraso, 12km south of Olbia in north east Sardinia, Hotel CalaCuncheddi enjoys wonderful sea views and offers stylish accommodation, pool, restaurant and spa, just 30m from the beautiful Li Cuncheddi beach.
The world renowned Forte Village Resort stands in a unique 47 hectare tropical park-like setting on the beautiful south coast of Sardinia, 48km from Cagliari airport. This resort and spa is 'a world of its own' where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish to be...
Set in Mediterranean style gardens with palm trees, Green Village offers self catering accommodation in a fabulous location close to Simius beach, near the town of Villasimius on the beautiful south east coast of Sardinia.
Located 1km from Baia Sardinia on the Costa Smeralda in the north east of Sardinia, Grand Hotel Nuraghi enjoys panoramic views and sunsets over the Gulf of Arzachena to Capo d'Orso and the islands of Caprera and Maddalena. Immersed in Mediterranean gardens with pink granite rocks characteristic of this area of Sardinia, this charming hotel has a lovely pool, private beach, restaurant and excellent service.
Some of our favourite beaches
Below, separated by area, are some of the best beaches Sardinia has to offer. Most beaches are easily accessible by car or on foot but in some instances they will be accessible only by boat. Please ask our Reservations Team for more information on 01202 484858.
- All
- North East & Costa Smeralda
- North West & Alghero
- Central Sardinia
- South Sardinia
North East & Costa Smeralda
Archipelago di Maddalena
7 beautiful islands, 5 of which are uninhabited, all surrounded by a national marine park ideal for snorkelling and swimming, accessed from Cannigione, Palau, Porto Pozzo and Santa Teresa.
Pittulongu
There is a beautiful long white sandy beach with electric turquoise sea and the coastline from here to Golfo Aranci has numerous picturesque coves.
San Teodoro
The coastline is characterised by numerous white sandy bays including La Cinta and Cala Brandinchi known as ‘Tahiti’ due to the fine white sand and azure blue sea.
Santa Teresa
Stunning town beach of Rena Bianca and the Spiaggia dei Due Mari double bay at Capo Testa. Both have white sand and turquoise sea surrounded by fascinating rock formations carved by the wind.
Valle dell’Erica
A wonderful location with secluded coves and long white sandy beach of La Licciola, with stunning sea views to the Maddalena islands and Corsica beyond.
Costa Smeralda
‘The Emerald Coast’ stretches 55km (34 miles) with more than 80 bays and coves such as the famous Capriccioli beach, Spiaggia di Principe and Baia Sardinia.
Golfo di Marinella
Near the glamourous yacht marina of Porto Rotondo, a beautiful bay with clear waters and white sand.
North West & Alghero
Marinedda Beach
Situated on the headland near the picturesque fishing village of Isola Rossa.
Stintino
Spiaggia della Pelosa ‘Flour-fine white sand is lapped by crystalline shallow water in every shade of turquoise and hue of electric blue’.
Alghero/Fertilia
5km stretch of white sandy beach and Spiaggia di Bombarde and Lazzeretto near Porto Conte.
Central Sardinia
Cala Gonone
Access the dramatic east coast of Sardinia by boat and visit the renowned satellite beaches of Cala Goloritzè, Cala Mariolu, Cala Sisine and Cala Luna.
Costa Verde
Sardinia’s wildest, most stunningly beautiful beaches south of Oristano on the west coast.
South Sardinia
Chia
Famous for its fabulous beach, with a forest of Juniper trees and sand dunes as a backdrop to the beautiful white sands found here. Has been voted the best beach in Europe by readers of the Daily Telegraph.
Cagliari
Poetto beach, popular with the locals is just 5km from the city, and stretches for 11km with Marina Piccola for restaurants and ice creams!
Villasimius
Capo Carbonara in south east Sardinia has a selection of stunning beaches including a double bay with Spiaggia del Simius on the eastern side and Spiaggia del Riso on the other side.
Costa Rei
Beautiful 8km white sandy beach and along the 30km scenic coastal road to Villasimius some amazing beaches including Cala Pira, Cala Sinzias and Cala Marina.
