Central Loft Alghero Alghero, Sardinia, Italy

Quietly nestled amongst the artisanal boutiques and cafes in Alghero's historic center this studio apartment is perfectly placed for a relaxing escape with a friend or a loved one. Situated on the first floor of a historic building, a 10-minute walk from Alghero's Lido Beach, the apartment can accommodate two guests and will quickly make guests feel like a local.

The studio has a rustic feel with traditional wooden shutters, a cool terracotta tiled floor and an exposed wood-beamed ceiling. The attractive open-plan living area is cleverly furnished with; a breakfast bar and two chairs, a comfortable sofa, a wall-mounted flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a cooker hob and a freezer.

Sleeping

There is a double bed discretely hidden behind a storage unit

Bathrooms

Bathroom: The tiled bathroom is equipped with a shower, bidet, washbasin and a WC

Additional

• Car essential • Public parking • Pets possible • Smoking not permitted

Location

Alghero is a picturesque coastal town located in the northwest of the Italian island of Sardinia. With its rich history, beautiful beaches and unique Catalan influence, Alghero is often referred to as "Little Barcelona" due to its blend of Italian and Catalan cultures.

The heart of Alghero is its medieval Old Town, also known as the "Barceloneta", here visitors can explore historic sites including the Cattedrale dell’ Immacolata Concezione (a one-minute walk), which features a distinctive bell tower. The historic center is surrounded by 14th-century city walls and has a quadrilateral plan, with narrow, winding streets that intersect to form a maze of streets. The city walls offer panoramic views of the sea and surrounding areas.

Located north of the city's historic center, the local beach, Lido di Alghero (a 20-minute walk / 4-minute drive), is perfect for swimming and sunbathing featuring approximately 1.5 km of golden sand and crystal clear, shallow waters. The beach also provides showers, bars and restaurants and visitors will also be able to hire umbrellas, deck chairs and sun loungers.

Lido di Alghero is also an ideal place to practice water sports, such as windsurfing, kitesurfing and paddle surfing, thanks to the presence of constant winds and a large area of open sea. Beach lovers will also enjoy Maria Pia (a 10-minute drive) and Bombarde Beach (a 20-minute drive).

A short boat ride from Alghero, Neptune's Grotto (a 40-minute drive away) is a mesmerizing cave complex with stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations. Visitors can reach the cave via guided boat tours or by descending the steep staircase.

The town’s scenic promenade Lungomare Dante (an 11-minute walk) runs along the coast and is the perfect place for long walks along the seashore and provides beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. The Capo Caccia cliffs (a 40-minute drive away) also provide hiking trails with breathtaking views.

The closest airport to the accommodation is Fertilia airport (AHO) is approximately a 15-minute drive away.

Pay at the booking: bedlinen, towels, cleaning 180 Euro