- Magnificent sea views from the 4 swimming pools
- Situated in Baia Sardinia only 3 miles from the town of Porto Cervo
Just a short walk from the attractive shops and restaurants of Baia Sardinia, and only three miles from the famous town of Porto Cervo, the Grand Hotel Smeraldo Beach enjoys a quiet and secluded position with its own small beach (normally in use May to September). Set in a sheltered cove, this stylish hotel commands magnificent views to the neighbouring renowned National Park of La Maddalena.
There are two elegant bars and terrace areas where you can relax with a classic Italian cocktail and enjoy the superb Sardinian sunsets, accompanied by views over the four swimming pools and sparkling sea. For those seeking something more active, three tennis courts are located only 100 metres away (payable locally). Take advantage of the boat trips organised by the hotel, and discover the beautiful coastline of Northern Sardinia with its sandy coves and rocky inlets.
The hotel has 160 rooms (official rating 4 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-12 years.
The swimming pools at this hotel do not have steps/ hand rails and therefore access may be difficult for people with limited mobility.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
The Smeraldo Restaurant
Included With: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
Dress Code: Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers during the evening.
Situated alongside one of the scenic swimming pools, the Smeraldo Restaurant is split into interlinked rooms with cool and sober decors.
Beach & Pools
Swimming Pool
Normally in use May - September.
Beach
Charges included and subject to availability, normally in use mid May - mid September.
Activities & Entertainment
Mountain Bikes & Tennis Courts
Mountain bikes free of charge for guests to explore the hotel's surroundings (subject to availability). Tennis courts payable locally.
Parking
Parking
Free on-site parking.
About the location
Set near the northern tip of the island, Baia Sardinia is known for its wide sandy beach and crystal-clear waters. Located within a sheltered cove, this exclusive coastal town looks out to the spectacular Maddalena Archipelago – situated just a short boat ride from the town – and provides a great base from which to explore the Sardinian coastline.
Baia Sardinia’s attractions tend to revolve around the natural beauty of the area, with the beach taking centre stage. Watersports are popular, with sailing and diving among the town’s biggest draws for visitors.
For the young (or young at heart), the nearby Aquadream waterpark provides a good range of thrills, plus there are plenty of delights at Porto Cervo to be enjoyed, including a great museum and the local golf course.
Dining is generally local cuisine, although the luxury hotels dotted around the resort often offer more international fare, sometimes with great views to accompany. Expect to see seafood on most menus – it’s a local speciality thanks to the coastal location.
Transfer time
The hotel is 30 minutes from Olbia airport. We recommend hiring a car in your destination. Simply call us once you’ve completed your booking and we will talk you through the options.
Twin Terrace Or Balcony Room
Max 3 adults
Twin Terrace/ Balcony Rooms are elegantly furnished and comfortable. All rooms have a balcony and twin beds but doubles are available on request. There is a safe at reception, which is free of charge for guests. It is possible to book a room with an additional bed to accommodate three adults or two adults and one child.
Twin Side Sea View Terrace Or Balcony Room
Max 2 adults
Twin Side Sea View Terrace/ Balcony Rooms are elegantly furnished and comfortable and have a side view of the sea the private balcony. All rooms are twin beds but doubles are available on request. There is a safe at reception, which is free of charge for guests.
Twin Front Sea View Terrace Or Balcony Room
Max 3 adults
Twin Front Sea View Terrace/ Balcony Rooms are elegantly furnished and comfortable and have a fantastic front sea view from the private balcony. All rooms are twin beds but doubles are available on request. There is a safe at reception, which is free of charge for guests. It is possible to book a room with an additional bed to accommodate three adults or two adults and one child.
Free Night Offer
1 Free night for stays of 7 nights or more completed before 11 October 2020.
2 Free nights for stays of 14 nights or more completed before 11 October 2020.
Based on 504 traveller reviews
76% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
Excellent
186
Very Good
201
Average
78
Poor
29
Terrible
10
Reviews
“ Lovely holiday, great food, and friendly helpful staff
JASM27, Penistone, United Kingdom
Oct 24 2019
The Hotel is in a good location, 30 minutes drive from Olbia airport, with it's own private beach and multiple pool areas so there was always a private area to sit and relax. The sea was cold but the...
The Hotel is in a good location, 30 minutes drive from Olbia airport, with it's own private beach and multiple pool areas so there was always a private area to sit and relax. The sea was cold but the water was so clear you see the fish without even going underwater. We arrived quite late due to the plane delay and we were almost about to miss dinner so the staff left us do a quick check in before letting us go to the dinning area before getting the keys and going to the room. There are walks to explore from the hotel and it is a close walk to other shops and restaurants in Baja Sardinia. We stayed full board at the hotel and the food was delicious. There was a choice of grilled/bbq meat or fish, which is shown to you and cooked in front of you, as well as a huge selection of salads for lunch. Dinner was a 4 course menu with a starter and then a choice of 3 dishes for the first course, main course and dessert. The fresh pasta was amazing and it was very difficult not to overeat as it was so delicious. The breakfast was a little basic with a selection of bread, cereal, yoghurt, cake, cooked egg, sausages and cold meat. The staff were very nice and helpful especially the waiters who remembered what you liked for the following days and gave recommendations on where to explore. We also ordered a packed lunch one day when we rented a car to explore Alghero and it was one of the best packed lunches we have ever had prepared by a hotel. There was a selection of sandwiches, tomato and mozzarella salad, boiled eggs and grilled breaded escalopes all wrapped individually and given to us in cute cool bags. It was very plentiful and thoughtful. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.
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“ Location, Location, Location!
slug1964, York, United Kingdom
Oct 13 2019
What a great hotel. Friendly staff, very good breakfast. But this hotels biggest draw must be its private beach with superb snorkelling just metres from the shoreline coupled with fantastic views...
What a great hotel. Friendly staff, very good breakfast. But this hotels biggest draw must be its private beach with superb snorkelling just metres from the shoreline coupled with fantastic views across the bay. Not the cheapest but well worth it- we would all return without any doubts at all.
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“ Excellent hotel and wonderful staff
perry_braves98,
Sep 23 2019
An excellent, well appointed hotel with very pleasant and helpful staff.
Beautifully furnished rooms.
Excellent breakfast and great cocktails on the terrace.
Very nice and quiet private beach with...
An excellent, well appointed hotel with very pleasant and helpful staff.
Beautifully furnished rooms.
Excellent breakfast and great cocktails on the terrace.
Very nice and quiet private beach with free loungers and umbrellas.
Highly recommended.
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“ Avoid
Sw33tBananas,
Sep 16 2019
The hotel was awful when travelling as a group. We were constantly monitored by the staff and told multiple times not to sit together, stay inside instead of sitting outside etc. It was an aggressive...
The hotel was awful when travelling as a group. We were constantly monitored by the staff and told multiple times not to sit together, stay inside instead of sitting outside etc. It was an aggressive an very rude experience. You did not feel welcome at all.
Also, all the facilities are old and worn, the hotel is in need of an interior upgrade.
If you plan to stay here, only travel as an older couple looking to be ignored for the stay. Also, and I cannot stess this enough, do not eat in the restaurant. Every single dinner during our stay was lacking in taste and class. You are much better of eating by the beach.
If I have to say something good it would have to be that the location is nice. But everything else was really bad, especially the service and rules. Getting constant glaring, yelled at for grabbing coffee a second time during breakfast etc is not a nice experience.
Also, make sure you ask for a detailed specification for the room charges. There was multiple errors on ours that the staff without question removed. So it seems to be common to take extra charges.
Avoid.
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“ Traditional, dated, poor hotel.
tony w,
Sep 14 2019
On arrival at 9pm we requested dinner as on half board, permission given we never ate in the dining room again as the food was very meagre and poor as was the service. We did asked if we could use...
On arrival at 9pm we requested dinner as on half board, permission given we never ate in the dining room again as the food was very meagre and poor as was the service. We did asked if we could use our half board for lunch instead of dinner occasionally, we were refused!
the safe refused to work. Beds very hard requested extra pillows eventually arrived. Health and safety point,No instruction in case of Fire emergency this is a standard requirement
The room was a sea view, very small and very rustic, repairs every where similarly in the bath room, no complimentary water or tissues, beach towels first day free there after 2 euro's per day each.
Breakfast was disappointing little choice no variation, very 2 star very poor.
Beach bar was scruffy, poor seating and restricted menu, no beach service and disinterested life guards seldom in attendance.
Check out 10am a joke, as breakfast was 8-30 till 10 the last day was ruined, and don't linger after 10 at breakfast because service is , we were told , finished!!! no more coffee.
Beach is small with deck chairs/beds, and DIY umbrellas no assistance at all.
Saving grace was the short walk to the restaurants and bars in Baia where we spent most of our leisure time and money being looked after properly.
This Hotel needs refurb and restoration it is not a 4 Star barely a 3, if fact it needs demolishing and rebuilding. Have a look at Poltu Quatu fabulous we will go back there next time.
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