Set on an 'island within an island', the Arbatasar Hotel, Arbatax, sits on a little promontory jutting out into the Mediterranean from the eastern coast of Sardinia. The name of the hotel comes from the old Arabic word for 'the 14th tower' (Arabic is one of the countless influences on Sardinian culture and language - this is a much-invaded island down the centuries). Arbatasar Hotel, Nuoro
This small, pleasant hotel in Sassari province lies close to the attractive village of Monta in Gallura, an area with a rich history stretching back to the Bronze Age and some stunning natural scenery. The port of Olbia is around 25 kilometres away and the exclusive beaches of the Costa Smeralda with their excellent facilities are around 20 minutes' drive away. Albergo Su Pinu, Sassari
This comfortable hotel in Sassari province is well placed for La Marina and all the beautiful beaches that lie along the coast of the Gulf of Asinara. The delightful medieval town of Castelsardo with its fascinating 12th-century castle lies not far away and the provincial capital, Sassari, is just a short drive away. Janus Hotel, Sassari
The Hotel Su Gologone, Oliena offers four-star luxury in the heart of Sardinia (Sardegna). This charming whitewashed hotel is set in the beautiful countryside of Supramonte. From here you can gaze to a horizon fringed with the snow-capped mountains of the Gennargentu national park, and breathe deep of a clean air suffused with myrtle and rosemary. Hotel Su Gologone, Nuoro
The Hotel Isola Rossa is a comfortable, newly built hotel on Sardinia (Sardegna). Set on the west coast of this Mediterranean island, the three-star hotel is in the seaside town of Bosa Marina, and lies just 100 metres from the main beach. Hotel Isola Rossa, Nuoro
This charming three-star hotel in Sassari province is located on the top of a hill in the centre of a lovely oak forest. There are stunning views from here stretching out across the sea towards Corsica. Hotel San Trano, Sassari
The Best Western Hotel Residence Italia is a modern hotel in the quiet town of Quartu S Elena, 8km from Cagliari. There are 83 rooms and apartments, all with en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, TV, direct-dial phone, internet connection and safety deposit box. Hotel Residence Italia, Cagliari
Hotel Citti is a modern, medium-sized hotel on the outskirts of Arzachena. There are 50 bright, simply-furnished rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, colour TV and direct-dial phone. The hotel has its own small swimming pool plus a cheerful snack bar. Hotel Citti, Sassari
