HOTELS IN SARDINIA: DISCOVER THE ISLAND’S WILD EASTERN COAST
Three distinctive hotels in the heart of Ogliastra, united by the sea, the landscape and an authentic Sardinian welcome.
HOTELS IN SARDINIA: DISCOVER THE ISLAND’S WILD EASTERN COAST
Three distinctive hotels in the heart of Ogliastra, united by the sea, the landscape and an authentic Sardinian welcome.
DISCOVER THE AUTHENTIC SOUL OF SARDINIA
Sardinia is an island of extraordinary contrasts, where transparent waters meet rugged mountains, peaceful coves alternate with long sandy beaches and ancient traditions remain part of everyday life.
On the island’s eastern coast, Ogliastra reveals one of the most authentic and unspoilt sides of Sardinia. From the dramatic cliffs of the Gulf of Orosei to the beaches of Arbatax and Cardedu, every landscape invites you to slow down, explore and reconnect with nature.
Bovi’s Hotels offers three distinctive hotels in Sardinia, each designed for a different way of experiencing the island: an intimate retreat directly by the sea, a family resort filled with activities and an adults-only hotel dedicated to peace and wellbeing.
WHY CHOOSE EASTERN SARDINIA?
The eastern coast reveals a less predictable side of Sardinia. Long sandy beaches alternate with secluded bays, red granite rocks, limestone cliffs and mountains covered in Mediterranean vegetation.
Ogliastra is ideal for travellers who want more than a conventional beach holiday. Here, relaxation, sport, nature and authentic encounters come together without losing the sense of space and tranquillity that makes this part of the island so special.
OGLIASTRA: THE SARDINIA YOU CAME TO DISCOVER
Ogliastra brings together two sides of Sardinia that are rarely so close: a coastline of clear water, beaches and dramatic cliffs, and an inland landscape of mountains, small villages and enduring traditions. Around Arbatax and Cardedu, the sea sets the rhythm of the day, yet every road inland promises a different view of the island.
Take time to explore beyond the beach. Discover the red rocks of Arbatax, follow the coast towards the coves of the Gulf of Orosei, or spend a day among the villages and landscapes of the interior. Then return to the sea for a quiet evening and the pleasure of being exactly where you want to be.
This is the Sardinia we invite you to experience: beautiful in its contrasts, generous with space and full of possibilities. Our three hotels offer different starting points for discovering it, whether you travel as a family, come for an active holiday or simply want time together.
THE BEACHES OF SARDINIA’S EASTERN COAST
The beauty of Ogliastra lies in the variety of its coastline. Around Arbatax, sheltered bays and broad sandy beaches are easy to enjoy at a leisurely pace. Further north, the cliffs of the Baunei coast frame some of Sardinia’s most memorable coves. Heading south towards Cardedu, the shore opens into long stretches of sand and a quieter landscape.
ARBATAX AND PORTO FRAILIS
Porto Frailis is a sheltered bay in Arbatax and the seaside setting of Hotel La Bitta. Its intimate scale makes it a wonderful place to spend an unhurried day by the water. Nearby, the beaches around Tortolì offer more space to walk, swim and enjoy the changing colours of the eastern coast. Arbatax is also known for the Rocce Rosse, where red rock meets the sea in one of Ogliastra’s most distinctive views.
THE BAUNEI COAST AND GULF OF OROSEI
A journey along the Baunei coast reveals a different landscape: towering limestone cliffs, clear water and coves that feel far removed from everyday life. Cala Goloritzé, Cala Mariolu and Cala Luna are among the names that draw visitors to this part of Sardinia. A boat excursion from the Arbatax area offers the chance to experience the scale of the coastline and discover how dramatically it changes from one bay to the next.
CEA, CARDEDU AND THE SOUTHERN COAST
South of Arbatax, Cea is recognised for its pale sand and red sea stacks. Continuing towards Cardedu, the coastline becomes broader and more peaceful. This is the landscape surrounding Hotel Corte Bianca: a place for long beach walks, days shaped by the sea and the pleasure of returning to a quiet adults-only retreat.
OGLIASTRA IN PICTURES
BEYOND THE BEACH: DISCOVER OGLIASTRA
A holiday on Sardinia’s eastern coast can take a different direction every day. The sea may be the reason you arrive, but the landscapes, activities and traditions of Ogliastra give you many reasons to explore beyond it.
EXPLORE THE COAST FROM THE WATER
A boat trip reveals the scale of the eastern coastline: cliffs rising above the sea, coves sheltered between the rocks and views that change throughout the journey. Around Arbatax, you can also experience the water more actively through sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding. At Hotel Club Saraceno, the Sail Academy gives guests of different ages the opportunity to make the sea part of their holiday.
FOLLOW THE ROADS INLAND
Leave the coast behind for a day and Ogliastra reveals mountains, valleys and villages with a character of their own. A drive inland offers a striking change of scenery, from wide coastal views to quieter landscapes shaped by rock and Mediterranean vegetation. Take time to stop, walk and discover a side of Sardinia that deserves more than a passing glance.
EXPERIENCE THE LOCAL RHYTHM
Ogliastra is best enjoyed without rushing. Make room for a long lunch, a village visit or an evening spent tasting Sardinian flavours. These moments connect the places you have seen with the people and traditions that give them meaning. They also make the return to the sea feel different: you begin to recognise the region as more than a beautiful coastline.
OGLIASTRA, THE LAND OF LONGEVITY
Inland from the beaches of eastern Sardinia lies another extraordinary part of Ogliastra. Its mountain villages have drawn international attention for the remarkable longevity of their residents, making this region one of the places associated with Sardinia’s Blue Zone.
But longevity here is more than a number. It is a way of seeing the relationship between people and place: everyday movement, meals shared with others, strong ties between generations and traditions that remain part of daily life. The landscape itself encourages a different pace, from village streets to paths through the mountains.
A DIFFERENT RHYTHM OF LIFE
You cannot discover Ogliastra in a hurry. Take a road inland, stop in a small village, taste the local food and listen to the stories behind it. These experiences give depth to a holiday on the coast and offer a glimpse of the culture that has made this corner of Sardinia so fascinating to researchers and travellers alike.
At Bovi’s Hotels, we see that spirit in the pleasure of slowing down and making time for what matters. You might find it in a day by the sea at Hotel La Bitta, in shared family experiences at Hotel Club Saraceno or in the quiet gardens and included Garden Spa of Hotel Corte Bianca.
Three different stays, all connected to the rhythm of Ogliastra.
WHERE IS OGLIASTRA?
Ogliastra lies on Sardinia’s eastern coast, between the mountains and the Mediterranean Sea. Bovi’s Hotels welcomes you in two coastal locations: Arbatax, home to Hotel La Bitta and Hotel Club Saraceno, and Cardedu, home to Hotel Corte Bianca.
DRIVING FROM THE AIRPORTS
| AIRPORT | ARBATAX La Bitta · Club Saraceno | CARDEDU Corte Bianca |
|---|---|---|
| Cagliari Elmas | approx. 140 km | approx. 128 km |
| Olbia Costa Smeralda | approx. 180 km | approx. 183 km |
Distances are approximate and may vary depending on the route
DRIVING FROM THE AIRPORTS
FROM CAGLIARI ELMAS
Arbatax · La Bitta & Club Saraceno — approx. 140 km
Cardedu · Corte Bianca — approx. 128 km
FROM OLBIA COSTA SMERALDA
Arbatax · La Bitta & Club Saraceno — approx. 180 km
Cardedu · Corte Bianca — approx. 183 km
Distances are approximate and may vary depending on the route