Via Lido 29, Alghero, Italy | (618) 248-8274
Fantastic location two minutes' walk from the beach and 15 from Alghero’s old town
Rooftop terrace with sleek pool and views of the Mediterranean
Almost all of the bright, mostly contemporary rooms have balconies
All rooms come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, air-conditioning, and kettles
Free buffet breakfast served on sunny terrace
Small but decently equipped gym
Comfort Rooms have dated decor
The hotel’s restaurant only serves breakfast
Occasional complaints of noise issues
Barely two minutes’ walk from the white-sand beaches of Sardinia’s west coast, and a 15-minute walk from Alghero’s old town, the three-pearl Alma di Alghero Hotel is conveniently located for a coastal getaway. The 43-room boutique's drawcard is a roof terrace with a sleek pool and views over the Mediterranean and town. The hotel serves a free buffet breakfast on another terrace, but there is no full-service restaurant. Rooms are decorated with a minimalist flair, some of which are more modern and attractive than others. All have flat-screen TVs, minibars, as well as free Wi-Fi. Travelers looking for additional on-site amenities, including two restaurants and a private beach, should consider the Hotel Corte Rosada.
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Scene
Minimalist hotel with rooftop pool terrace offering views of the Mediterranean and town
The Alma di Alghero Hotel tends to attract a crowd of couples and families, drawn by the proximity of both the crystal-blue Mediterranean and old town. The hotel’s minimalist lobby is decked out in shades of cool-gray and dark wood, and outfitted with a couple seating areas and books that can be borrowed. The highlight here is a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the sea and the red clay roof tiles of Alghero, as well as a geometric swimming pool. There's no full restaurant, but breakfast is taken on a similar terrace with dining sets and rattan sofas. Aside from occasional noise due to the kitchen or in-room air-conditioning units, the vibe is typically quiet and relaxed.
Location
Just off the beach, and a 15-minute walk to Alghero’s old town
The hotel is located barely a two-minute walk from the soft white sands of the Lido di San Giovanni. It’s also a 15-minute walk along an attractive coastal road past the marina and into the historic center of Alghero, where there are a number of shops, bars, and restaurants, as well as parks and museums. Closer to home, the area surrounding the hotel and the coastal road has plenty of nightlife. Expect roughly a 12-minute transfer by car to Alghero-Fertilia Airport.
Rooms
Bright, minimalist, and contemporary rooms -- most with balconies
Most of the hotel’s 43 air-conditioned rooms have a contemporary design that's generic but attractive. However, the 16 Comfort Rooms have dated decor consisting of cheap blue-and-white furniture, while tile, a blue vinyl headboard, and embroidered bed linens. Painted on the walls above the beds are nautical murals. These rooms have a desk and chair, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV. Bathrooms are similarly outdated and compact, with small stall showers, bidets, hairdryers, and bulk toiletries. Deluxe Rooms, meanwhile, are painted in neutral tones with light-wood flooring and furniture, including a desk and an armchair, while tile-clad Superior Rooms are larger, making space for a table, two chairs, and a sofa bed. Modern bathrooms have mosaic-tiled shower cubicles. All but two of the rooms have a furnished balcony or terrace, though only a few of them look out over the sea. Also standard are a flat-screen TV, minibar, safe, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and Wi-Fi. Note that some past guests have complained of noise from air-conditioning units and other people in the hotel.
Features
A rooftop pool and breakfast terrace, as well as a gym
As the hotel’s doesn't have any ground-floor outdoor space, the sleek, decently sized swimming pool is set on a sunny rooftop terrace. There are loungers with personal shades, and most notably, superb panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Down a flight of stairs from the roof is another terrace with tables, chairs, and rattan sofas, where the hotel serves a free buffet breakfast of continental items alongside a couple hot options. This is the only meal that the hotel serves, but given the Alma di Alghero’s location, it is not difficult to find sustenance nearby. Inside is a compact gym with weight-training equipment and a couple cardio machines. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.
