Picolo recommends · Hotel in Alghero, Sardinia
Villa Las Tronas
An old villa on its own headland, where you climb down from the garden to swim off the rocks and follow the promenade into Alghero's old town.
At Villa Las Tronas the sea is never more than a few steps away. Bathing platforms are fixed to the rocks below the garden, and the pool sits between the old house and the water.
Alghero is one of the most likeable towns in Sardinia, with Catalan roots, ramparts above the sea and lanes full of restaurants. You reach the old town on foot along the waterfront, which makes it easy to mix slow days by the water with evenings in town.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Villa Las Tronas
It is our pick for a first visit to Sardinia. You get a classic hotel with real history, the sea right below and a lively town on foot, which covers most of what people come to the island for.
Beach lovers should know there is no sand at the hotel. Swimming is from the rocks, and the sandy beaches around Alghero mean a short drive. Families wanting a resort full of activities will find it too calm.
What you get
- Rooms in a historic villa
- Bathing platforms on the rocks
- Pool by the sea
- Gardens on the headland
- Calm, attentive service
A day at Villa Las Tronas
- Morning
- A swim from the rocks while the water is flat.
- Midday
- A walk into the old town along the seafront.
- Afternoon
- A drive to one of the sandy beaches around Alghero.
- Evening
- Sunset from the ramparts, then dinner in the old town.
Location
Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
Open in MapsQuestions about Villa Las Tronas
Does Villa Las Tronas have a beach?
Not a sandy one. Guests swim from platforms on the rocks or use the pool, and the sandy beaches near Alghero are a short drive away.
Can you walk from Villa Las Tronas to Alghero old town?
Yes. The old town is a pleasant stroll along the promenade, so you can leave the car behind when you go out for dinner.
Is Villa Las Tronas good for couples?
Very much so. The calm atmosphere, the garden and the sunsets over the sea make it a strong choice for a stay for two.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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