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Scenic Sardinia hilltop escape
- Sun holiday
- San Pantaleo, Olbia
- total price from £ 838.00 ]
- price based on: 2 adults
A tranquil stay at a hilltop countryside hotel close to Sardinia’s beautiful Costa Smeralda, with all travel, breakfast and a beach shuttle service
Italian idylls await on the breathtaking island of Sardinia, where white sands and clear waters dominate the coastline, and rugged hinterlands characterise its tempting inland environs. To the north of Olbia - a town with an industrial outskirt and historic centre - and surrounded by forests, you'll find Hotel Rocce Sarde rising up from a hillside for an authentically Italian stay. The overall ambience is one of rustic, unpretentious charm, a place where you can truly kick back and let go.
The surrounding area is packed with sights if you’re keen to get out and explore. On the coast, Porto Cervo is packed with ritzy bars and shops, while unpretentious little seaside towns provide a slice of the ‘real Sardinia’. One of the region’s top draws is certainly the Costa Smeralda: the brilliant beaches are lapped by crystal-clear cerulean waters and backed by scrubland perfumed by wild herbs such as thyme, rosemary and oregano; it’s not hard to see why they’re often lauded as some of the best in the world.
Included
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3, 5, 7, 10 or 14 nights at Hotel Rocce Sarde
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American breakfast included (option to upgrade to half board or full board; excluding drinks)
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Shuttle bus service to/from Spiaggia Rena Bianca beach
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Private airport transfers
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Return flights from Bristol, London Gatwick, London Luton, or Manchester to Olbia, Italy
Gastronomic Sardinia
Sardinia’s inland is rugged and mountainous, while its coasts are characterised by exquisite beaches and turquoise waters: here, you will find the best of both worlds. And this can be extended to the island’s food culture, too. Inland, traditional dishes are based on meat and mountain produce, while at the coast you can enjoy some of the world’s best seafood dishes. Just like on mainland Italy, food is serious business here and simple dishes using locally sourced ingredients feature heavily in Sardinian cuisine.
Typical island dishes include Su Porceddu, roasted pork – either on spit or in a fire pit – Zuppa Gallurese, a traditional casserole made with bread and cheese, and Fregula ai frutti di mare, a typical pasta dish made with delicious seafood, typically served in a saffron broth, another of Sardinia’s delicacies and also referred to as the island’s “red gold”.
Hotel Rocce Sarde
- Hotel
- San Pantaleo, Olbia, Italy
Just a few miles from Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda, Hotel Rocce Sarde is in a great location for exploring the island and its many beautiful beaches. Hire a car and the 20-kilometre coastline of white sands and sparkling waters opens up to you, or you can drive inland and tour the array of charming traditional towns. Returning to the Rocce Sarde each evening, you can enjoy authentic Italian food in La Loggia restaurant, or order a cocktail to enjoy as you watch the lights twinkling in the bay below.
Breakfasts also enjoy this view: dine on the terrace each morning and enjoy the sea views as you prepare for the day ahead. Stay on site and you can play a game or two of tennis on the hotel’s courts, or laze around the pool. It’s a lovely setting, with juniper trees all around and comfortable loungers – there’s also a pool bar for when you need a refreshing drink.
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Classic room
Classic rooms are light and neutrally decorated, measuring around 17 square metres, but each unique in design; you may find an ornate headboard, or a splash of colourful stencilling above the bed. En-suite bathrooms are decorated in traditional Sardinian style with whitewashed walls and terracotta tiles.
Classic room with sea view
Swap bright green garden views for breezy sea views with an upgraded Classic room. You'll have the same amount of space at the Classic room and quirky detailing, but you can wake up to the sound of lapping tides each morning.
Superior room with patio or terrace
Superior rooms measure around 19 square metres, and are decorated with the same delicate furnishings, but with the addition of a patio or terrace to while away balmy evenings. En-suite bathrooms are classically decorated and equipped with the typical toiletries.
Our tips
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Bronze up on the Rena Bianca beach
Take advantage of the hotel's complimentary shuttle service to the sun-kissed Spiaggia Rena Bianca beach: swathes of white sand and a cooling sea breeze greet you, alongside the picturesque views of cliffs and hills.
Spiaggia Rena Bianca
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Head on a day trip to Olbia
If you fancy a change of scenery from the blissful Costa Smeralda, then you need look no further than Olbia's old town. A hot bed of culture and architecture, be sure to visit the Museo Archeologico, or the Chiesa di San Simplicio, often considered the most important medieval monument in the town.
Olbia
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See the markets of San Pantaleo
The traditional village of San Pantaleo, home to artists and a lively weekly market, is three kilometres up the hillside. In 2018, the village was declared one of Italy's 19 most beautiful villages by The Daily Telegraph, so take a look for yourself at the pastel houses, narrow streets and bustling marketplace.
San Pantaleo
Payment
If you book this deal before 35 days of your departure, you can choose to pay in parts. The deposit will be 50% of the deal’s price plus the booking fee and travel and/or cancellation insurance (when applicable). You will find the payment amounts and deadlines to pay every installment at the last step of the booking process.
Additional Information
| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements (including those related to COVID-19) at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel. Please be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
| Occupancy | Maximum three people per room. |
| Children's discount | On the basis of two full-paying adults, a discount for children may be offered dependent on the chosen travel dates and length of stay. You will see the applicable discount in the final booking process. Please note: children up to 12 months old receive a discount on the plane ticket, but will not receive a seat or baggage allowance. |
| Flight times | Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises. |
| Travel documents | You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest |