Gabbiano Azzurro Hotel & Suites

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The Accommodation

Hotel Gabbiano Azzurro has 51 Classic and Comfort rooms, 22 Superior rooms and 1 Junior Suite arranged on 3 floors serviced by 2 lifts. There is a choice of double/twin and interconnecting rooms, with en suite shower or bathroom, air conditioning, safe, minibar, satellite TV, WiFi, telephone and balcony, most with wonderful sea views (supplement).

Located in a separate building with some overlooking the pool and sea are the hotel's Suites;

The Charming Suites are located on the ground floor and are comprised of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with shower, separate living room and terrace with sea view and direct access to the main swimming pool, it is possible to add a second bedroom and bathroom, which would have an independant entrance. 

The Luxury Suite is located on the first floor and is comprised of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with shower, separate living room and terrace with 2 sunbeds and sea views, it is possible to add a second bedroom and bathroom, which would have an independant entrance. 

The 5 Pool Suites are located on the second floor with 1 bedroom with bath tub and lounge area, 1 bathroom with shower and a furnished terrace with private pool, sunbeds and panoramic sea views. Two of the pool suites have the possibility of adding a second bedroom and bathroom, which would have an independant entrance. 

The Restaurants & Bar

The hotel is built in traditional Sardinian style around the pool and gardens, with sea views from the restaurant and bar. There is a spacious reception lounge with free WiFi, bar with outside terrace and live music in the evening (high season).

The restaurant offers a buffet breakfast and set dinner for guests on half board. There is a Beach bar & Grill restaurant serving lunch and snacks (extra cost). An a la carte dinner by candlelight is available in the Blu Restaurant with outside terrace (extra cost). Dinner can be exchanged for lunch (at reception).

The Facilities

The swimming pool has a jacuzzi and area suitable for children The surrounding terrace overlooking the sea is furnished with sunbeds and parasols. A pathway leads to the semi private sandy beach also with sunbeds and parasols available for guests (extra cost, 16/06 - 07/09, book and pay locally). There are watersports available from the beach (extra cost) and the seawater is clear and shallow for a long way out so ideal for swimming and snorkelling.

The Local Area

Hotel Gabbiano Azzurro is situated within walking distance of the small town of Golfo Aranci where there is a small selection of shops, café bars, restaurants and pizzerias. There is a fisherman's port and fish market and Golfo Aranci is home to the Bottlenose Dolphin Research Institute (dolphin watching excursions available from reception). Scuba diving can be arranged and there are various walks and trails from the hotel or trekking with a guide (extra cost) to visit Tombe dei Giganti (Giants tombs) and the nearby Nuraghe.

The hotel is a 6km scenic drive from both the prestigious marina development of Porto Rotondo and 35km from Porto Cervo in the heart of the Costa Smeralda, with beautiful beaches and emerald sea for which Sardinia is renowned.

Huw's View

Hotel Gabbiano Azzurro is a great family run hotel with a stunning beach location and only a 21km transfer from Olbia Airport. 

It has been well described as a traditional hotel, and with its friendly service, excellent restaurant, and panoramic views and sunsets, it has all the ingredients for a successful holiday for couples and families alike. 

There is a pool with shallow area for children and a safe sandy beach, with amazing clear turquoise sea gently shelving and shallow for a long way out. 

The Gabbiano Azzurro is an excellent base to explore the local area and visit the Costa Smeralda. Car hire recommended.

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Essential Information

All prices from are based on accommodation only. Flights, transfers and car hire are priced separately.

Opening Date: 5^th May 2018
Closing Date: 20^th October 2018
Arrival/Departure Day: ANY
Check In: 5PM
Check Out: 10AM
Included in Price: Accommodation as stated, Just Sardinia Rep Service and Emergency Number
Not Included in Price: Flights, Transfers, Car Hire and Travel Insurance