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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Alghero

13 stays · 3 aparthotels and 10 serviced apartments

Alghero is a walled coastal town in north-west Sardinia, and aparthotels and serviced apartments suit it because most visits combine old-town evenings with beach days and day trips along the coast: a kitchen and living space make a week or two comfortable for families and groups, and the town works as a base for exploring the north-west of the island.

13 stays

Where to stay in Alghero

Centro storico

  • first-time visitors
  • sightseeing
  • evenings out

The centro storico, the walled old town, is where most visitors want to be for a short stay. The tourism site invites visitors to wander its streets and to walk the ancient walls, and the 16th-century cathedral and Gothic church of San Francisco are among its sights. The old town has a limited traffic zone, so check parking arrangements with your host.

Lido San Giovanni

  • beach
  • families
  • easy walks to town

Lido San Giovanni lies north-east of the old town along the seafront, within a short ride or a longer walk of the centre. It suits visitors who want to be near the sea and still close to the main streets.

Stays in or near Lido San Giovanni

Maria Pia

  • beach
  • families
  • quiet stays

Maria Pia is a seaside district a few kilometres north of the old town, served by the urban ARST bus line from Alghero via Pietraia, according to Alghero Turismo. It is a good choice if you prefer a base away from the walls and want a car or bike for getting around.

Stays in or near Maria Pia

Fertilia

  • airport access
  • short stays
  • coast trips

Fertilia is a separate settlement within the Alghero municipality, north-west of the town, and the airport carries its name as Alghero-Fertilia. It can suit a short stay built around flights or a base for exploring the north-western coast by car.

Getting around Alghero

Alghero-Fertilia airport is the main gateway, about 10 km from the city centre. Wikivoyage describes regional buses from the airport to Alghero every hour with a journey of around 20 minutes. Alghero Turismo lists an urban ARST bus line linking Alghero, Fertilia and the airport. The railway station is in the La Pietraia district, about fifteen minutes on foot from the centre according to Wikivoyage, with trains to Sassari, and passenger ferries run from Porto Torres, about 30 km to the north. ARST extra-urban buses also serve Sassari, Porto Torres and Bosa.

The old town is easy to explore on foot, and Wikivoyage notes that it has a limited traffic zone enforced by cameras, with free parking at Piazzale della Pace. For the beaches along the coast and for day trips to Capo Caccia and Neptune's Grotto, a car gives the most flexibility, though Alghero Turismo lists a bus line from Alghero via Porto Conte to Capo Caccia.

Living in Alghero for longer

For a stay of a week or more, think about whether you want to live in the walls or beside them. The old town gives you restaurants and the sea within a few steps but is subject to a limited traffic zone, while districts such as Lido San Giovanni and Maria Pia give easier access by car. A kitchen is useful here because the town is known for fresh seafood, and Wikivoyage mentions Catalan lobster and sea urchins.

If you are staying while working remotely, check the internet connection and desk space before you book, and see serviced apartments for relocation for practical questions to ask.

When to visit Alghero

Wikivoyage calls Alghero one of the most visited destinations in Sardinia, renowned for its beaches, food and Catalan heritage. The beach season is the main draw, and the town's tourism site maintains an events calendar, so check it for festivals and concerts close to your dates.

Outside peak beach months the old town is a calmer place to walk the walls and visit the cathedral. Alghero Turismo says Neptune's Grotto at Capo Caccia can be reached by boat from the tourist port or by a stairway of about 660 steps, so check the current opening arrangements before travelling.

With a population of about 41,800, Alghero is the fifth-largest city in Sardinia. Its residents speak Algherese, a Catalan dialect that is officially recognised as a minority language, and the town is nicknamed la Barceloneta sarda, the little Sardinian Barcelona. Its medieval ramparts, begun in the 13th century and largely built up in the 16th, still surround the historic centre. For the island and region see Italy, and for another Italian coastal base see Capo Vaticano. If you are new to the format, what is an aparthotel has the basics.

Long-stay tips for Alghero

Of the 13 properties here, 2 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 1 include some form of housekeeping and 2 have a 24-hour front desk. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.

7 properties list a full kitchen and 6 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 42 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Italy

Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Rimini, Milan, Rome, Florence, Trieste, Riva del Garda, Naples and Vieste.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Alghero?

The walled old town is best for sightseeing and evenings out. Lido San Giovanni and Maria Pia are better for beach days, and Fertilia suits trips along the coast.

How far is Alghero airport from the town?

Alghero-Fertilia airport is about 10 km from the city centre. Wikivoyage describes hourly regional buses with a journey of about 20 minutes.

Can I take a train to Alghero?

Yes, the railway station is about fifteen minutes on foot from the centre and trains connect to Sassari. Ferries arrive at Porto Torres, about 30 km to the north.

Is the old town walkable?

Yes, walking is practical in the historic centre. Wikivoyage notes that it has a limited traffic zone enforced by cameras.

How many aparthotels are there in Alghero?

We currently list 13 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Alghero.

Do aparthotels in Alghero have kitchens?

13 of the 13 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

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