Couple’s guide for romantic getaways and luxury retreats in Sardinia

Love is in the air! You’re are looking for a romantic destination for your honeymoon or a special wedding anniversary? If you are planning a romantic hideaway, we strongly recommend Sardinia, the beautiful Mediterranean island, known for its crystal clear seawater and amazing beaches that will make you think you are in the Caribbean!

But Sardinia is much more (we recommend to look beyond a day at the beach!) and worth a visit not only in summer. We hand-picked from our online catalogue for holidays in Sardinia glamorous boutique hotels, luxury resorts with Spa and adults-only hotels where you can enjoy a romantic candlelight dinner for two, but also less expensive accommodations like charming Bed & Breakfasts and authentic farmstays – perhaps for a tailor-made round trip – and seaside vacation rentals where you can be on your own! Take a look and enjoy our couple’s guide for romantic holidays in Sardinia.

From the Costa Smeralda to the Costa Rei, the most romantic accommodations on the east coast

A getaway on the east coast is particularly recommended if you like to go out and enjoy nightlife, because not far from Olbia in the north of Sardinia is the exclusive Costa Smeralda (Emerald Coast), loved by international VIPs and with numerous luxury hotels and elegant villas, high-rated restaurants, bars and glittering discos. And further south, near San Teodoro, you will not only find the most beautiful long sandy beaches, but also a varied nightlife, especially in summer.

In the south-east are the well-known holiday destinations Villasimius and Costa Rei: for couples who like to play golf together, we recommend the nice Tanka Golf Club at Villasimius.

The very exclusive Hotel Villa del Golfo with wellness center is located in Cannigione, close to Baia Sardinia and the Costa Smeralda. The resort not only offers elegant rooms, but also very luxurious suites with a private pool and breakfast service, perfect for honeymoons and wedding anniversaries. The luxury hotel has three beautiful restaurants, where you can taste the sublime Sardinian cuisine.

Apartment Alene 2 in San Pantaleo
This modern and tastefully furnished self-catering accommodation is located in the pretty town of San Pantaleo and offers an outdoor seating area and a shared pool with sun loungers and parasols. San Pantaleo with its famous local weekly market, where typical products of the Gallura region and the Costa Smeralda are offered, is a very charming holiday destination in summer as well as in spring and autumn.

If you are looking for beautiful seaviews, then the Portisco Mare holiday home is just the thing for you: Modern furnishings and a partially covered and comfortable equipped veranda with sun loungers are the best ingredients for romantic holidays.

Holiday home Amalia near San Teodoro
Amalia is an elegant holiday home with a beautiful garden and located near San Teodoro only 150 meters from the beach of Salina Bamba. From here you can explore the protected marine area of ​​Capo Coda Cavallo and Tavolara and stroll around in San Teodoro and enjoy nightlife.

Holiday house Dimora di Orosei Cerexia in Orosei
The small and cozy holiday apartment is centrally located in Orosei, a popular holiday destinations with bars and restaurants. The studio apartment with its rustic courtyard with table and chairs and an outdoor shower is perfect for young lovebirds.

Holiday home Sa Carruba near Dorgali
In the middle of an olive grove and with a wonderful view of the surrounding Littu valley and the mountains of Dorgali, the secluded and tastefully furnished holiday home Sa Carruba offers a loto of privacy and is perfect for nature lovers. Here you can relax with a good book and a glass of white wine.

The 4 star Experience Hotel Corte Bianca with pool is 250 meters from the sea. As an adults only hotel, it offers tastefully furnished rooms and suites with Sardinian fabrics and attractive decorations in a fresh, modern look, a rich breakfast and an excellent dinner, served with the excellent Sardinian white and red wines.

Holiday house Belvedere in Costa Rei
Located high in the hills of the Costa Rei, the comfortable Belvedere holiday home is a good choice for a romantic holiday thanks to its breathtaking sea views. Especially in low season the price is very advantageous.

The south of Sardinia with the island capital Cagliari and the Caribbean beaches between Pula and Chia

Cagliari is located directly by the sea and has become in recent years a popular holiday destination in south Sardinia. The island’s capital, inhabited for more than 5.000 years, is a hodgepodge of architecture and history and offers tradition and modernity, a varied culture, a lively nightlife with bars and restaurants, pedestrian areas with shops and elegant boutiques and beautiful parks where you can also have a picnic. The long sandy Poetto beach is easy to reach by bus or rental bike. Those who like to hike should definitely explore the characteristic Sella del Diavolo cliff by the sea and near to the Marina Piccola at the beginning of the Poetto Beach. We recommend also short boat trips (some with an overnight stay on board) along the beautiful south coast.

The holiday destinations Santa Margherita di Pula and Chia with their stunning sandy beaches are situated more west and perfect for newlyweds and empty nesters: enjoy long romantic beach walks and candlelight dinners on the beach.

Apartment Carales in Cagliari
In the center of the historic Castello district in Cagliari, you can stay in the very well-equipped Carales apartment with a double bedroom and a modern bathroom with floor shower. The main services and the best sights and attractions are reachable easily on foot. This accommodation can be rented all year round and is perfect for younger couples.

Hotel Aquadulci near Chia
The modern Hotel Aquadulci, located in Chia and close to one of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia (Su Giudeu beach), offers a beautiful pool area in the middle of a well-tended park and elegantly furnished rooms and suites. Breakfast is served as a rich buffet, and in the evening you can enjoy the best of Mediterranean cuisine in the hotel’s restaurant.

Spectacular and still largely unknown: the west coast is made for lovers

If you want to stay away from the tourist hustle and bustle, than you shall opt for the west coast which is characterized by an unspoilt nature, a varied coastline with steer cliffs and fine sandy beaches, high sandy dunes, abandoned mines and a fascinating industrial archeology.

Highly recommended for romantic holidays in the southwest are the island of San Pietro with its characteristic main town Carloforte and the Sant’Antioco peninsula, which can be reached by car. Things are a little bit different in the northwest, with Bosa and of course Alghero , a historic city with imposing city walls by the sea, whose Catalan influences are also noticeable in the remarkably good cuisine.

And last but not least: The west coast offers amazing sunsets and what could be better for romantic getaways!

Charming hotel above the sea on the island of San Pietro in the south-western tip of Sardinia – perfect for everyone looking for peace in close contact with an unspoiled nature. With no internet, mobile phone or television, this hotel is ideal for everyone who wants to focus on themselves as a couple and escape the routine of everyday life.

Hotel Luci del Faro on Sant’Antioco
This famiyl-guided hotel with pool is located on the Sant’Antioco peninsula close to the sea and offers comfortable rooms and suites with stunning seaviews. Most of the rooms have a balcony with a table and chairs.

This accommodation with great seaviews is also located on the peninsula San’Antioco in the village of Calasetta and a stone’s throw from a white sandy bay. The highlight of this apartment is certainly the beautiful terrace with table and chairs, from which you can enjoy the most romantic sunsets.

Country Resort Capo Nieddu near Santa Caterina di Pittinuri
The resort, located by the sea between Oristano and Bosa, offers a large pool area with loungers and parasols, comfortable suites with sleeping and living areas and a small outdoor area equipped with chairs. For dinner you should definitely try one of the excellent white or red wines that are produced on the estate.

The detached villa with private pool is located near Alghero in the north-west of Sardinia. With only two bedrooms and thanks to its secluded location, this accommodation offers a lot of privacy for romantic moments. The beautiful beaches of the region can be reached by car within a few minutes.

The best places for couples in the north, from Stintino via Castelsardo to La Maddalena

Stintino and the Asinara National Park are known for their beautiful, Caribbean-like dream beaches. From here you drive along the coast via Valledoria and Castelsardo to the archipelago of La Maddalena. The north is characterized by a lovely hilly landscape and granite rocks shaped by wind and weather. Flocks of sheep move through the fragrant Mediterranean maquis, and imposing nuraghe towers and prehistoric places of worship bear witness to a unique past.

This new holiday complex is located near Stintino and close to the well-known sandy beach La Pelosa. It offers very modern self-catering holiday apartments on the ground floor and on the 1st floor. Each accommodation has a terrace or balcony with a table and chairs. Especially in spring and autumn, this residence is characterized by a good price-performance ratio.

Comfortably furnished and lovingly decorated with attention to detail, this holiday home, recently renovated, is perfect for a holiday for two. In the middle of nature and far from the hustle and bustle, you can watch the beautiful starry sky here at night. The sea is about 10 km away and there are lovely walks and hikes in the vicinity.

The tasteful, family-run charm hotel is located in the north-east of Sardinia, close to the sea and the famous Costa Smeralda. Surrounded by a beautiful park, you can relax in contact with nature in an elegant ambience. If you are looking for even more privacy, you can book one of the two elegant self-catering villas Lu Ciaccaru , Il Pagliaio and Lo Stazzu.

About 15 km away there is the Pevero Golf Club, and a riding stable.

Sardinia, an island to love and for lovers

Sardinia not only offers white-sandy Caribbean beaches and crystal clear sea water, but also an inspiring millennia-old culture and history, a spectacular landscape that invites you to hike, ride and climb, good food and excellent wines and wonderful handicrafts.

Discover the still unknown sides of this popular holiday island in a romantic holiday and contact us for proposals for an unforgettable honeymoon and romantic trips!