Hotel Rocce Sarde

We stayed in August and wouldn’t go back. Booked through TUI and wasn’t aware of how remote it is and need a car to get out of the hotel. The bus from the hotel to the beach does run but 50 euros for a sunbed and 10 euros for a sandwich so a complete rip off, although this isn’t the hotels fault. The bus to town only runs until lunchtime so can’t go there for an evening meal unless you get a taxi which is expensive and if you walk there’s no real pavement and no lighting. Garden room was a view of a bush and the dressing table glass was broken. Rooms are basic although clean. We complained about the air conditioning as was running hot but didn’t get fixed. Picked up a drawing pin in my flip flop on way to pool one day and knife found in the rock next to the pool. Breakfast and evening buffet were almost the same every day. You could opt for another menu in the evening but found it wasn’t great and 45 euros each. Pool menu was ok and burgers were lovely. Saving grace was a couple of the staff Alessandro and Francesca who were at the pool bar almost every day. Found restaurant staff weren’t great except for Luca. The Sardinia evening was great and the roast pig was lovely. There are no trips to go on. Would like to go back to Sardinia as haven’t seen any of it!

I would say that this hotel is between a three- and four star hotel, not a four star hotel. The primary reason for this is that the hotel rooms were quite run down/old, and considering that we payed for having a room with a patio, we only had two cheap chairs with no table. We would have loved to sit outside but three of the four evenings we stayed at the hotel, there was a sewage smell making it impossible to sit outside. However, the breakfast was very nice and also the pool. Overall, the service was excellent and the staff were friendly and making sure that we had a nice stay. That is why the rating is four stars and not three.

Where can I start? On a late arrival (9.30 p.m.), when checking in we asked if we could have a sandwich - no. Breakfast was ok but I've had better. Was near enough the same each day with not much in the way of fresh fruit. We ate in the restaurant twice; the first time was lovely, the second was awful. Restaurant manager so rude. The room was small and the shower was not very good. The pool was fine the first day but it was emptied and never refilled whilst we were there and they could not give an explanation. Shuttle bus is as good as useless. The drivers run to their own timetable and there is no bus after 1.30 to the village. The beach is not glorious and the sunbeds are a rip off. If you want to get about, hire a car from the airport as there are no taxis. There is also no lift and the grounds are very hilly and steep. The whole time there was an awful smell of sewage. All in all, the stay felt like a prison and we were glad to leave. Receptionists and bar staff are welcoming.

The best food I have ever eaten. I know, I know. … But seriously it was magnificent. The Maitre D didn’t really like me. I made a fuss for a table on the terrace area. It was our anniversary and we’d paid for 3 in one room so I felt we’d earned it….but I would be churlish not to say the dining is magnificent. Our waitress was fantastic. Every single night was a gastronomic delight. Room was basic and we missed outdoor space but the food more than made up for it. Pool area lovely. Sardinia is gorgeous. The best beaches in the med and just two hours from Birmingham. You’ll need a car - get from airport to avoid the delivery cost - but this is a lovely destination. Your Insta will thank you!

Sardinia is lovely. Unfortunately I wasn't aware before going there that hire cars have to be picked up and returned to the airport. This cost 130 euros in taxis getting to and from the airport, as I hadn't arranged car hire for a full week. This is important as the hotel is quite isolated. The Hotel is very rustic. Some would say, tired. Most of the time there was an awful cesspit smell in the air. This ruined any time spent by the swimming pool. Even the path down to the pool area was a challenge, especially for those with mobility problems. There is very little to do at the hotel, as there isn't a games room, or a gym, or a quiet area to read. The bed was very firm and with one thin pillow, uncomfortable. The shuttle to the beach is only an eight seater, and on more than one occasion we had to wait for the shuttle to return from the beach for us to be on the second trip down there. When leaving the property at the end of the holiday, we had to walk with our baggage down the very steep access drive to the main road. Again, very difficult for anyone with mobility problems. Food was just ok, the best part being the starter buffet. Unless you have a car to drive into the nearest town, you are stuck. If you wanted a taxi, it would have to come from the airport to pick you up - crazy and expensive. The only thing I couldn't complain about was the staff, whether reception, restaurant, or maids, they were helpful, efficient and friendly.

Lovely tranquil setting in beautiful gardens, felt quite isolated nowhere to walk only the hotel grounds..need to hire a car from airport, if not 7 nights is plenty! Steps down to swimming pool/bar area, need to be mobile! Comfortable sun beds. Recommend half board if not hiring car, no other restaurants on site. Food needs labelling better on buffet table. Rooms are basic, cleaned everyday and comfortable beds. Room 121 situated above kitchen/staff area rather noisy some mornings ie. Need rubber tyres on trolleys, staff smoking area. We had a good relaxing holiday. Take a pack of playing cards, much needed on an evening!!