📍 AffittaSardegna — Porto Rotondo since 2011
Porto Rotondo: the Designed Village
on the Costa Smeralda
"Porto Rotondo didn't grow from a fishing village: it was designed in the 1960s as a perfect village on the sea. Piazzetta San Marco, superyachts, boutiques — but just a few minutes away, beaches anyone can enjoy. The luxury that doesn't charge you just for looking."
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The Piazzetta & village
📍 What Is Porto Rotondo Costa SmeraldaPorto Rotondo is one of the most elegant resorts on the Costa Smeralda , set on the promontory that closes off the Gulf of Olbia to the north, in Gallura. Unlike traditional villages, it has no ancient roots: it was
designed from nothing in the 1960s
Porto Rotondo is the place where you have aperitivo in the Piazzetta watching the yachts, and twenty minutes later you're on a white sand beach where you don't need a credit card. The best of the Costa Smeralda without its snobbiest side.
It's the destination for travelers who want the appeal of the Costa Smeralda — superyachts, boutiques, restaurants, glamour — but in a more intimate, human-scale atmosphere than Porto Cervo. And with a real advantage: by staying in a holiday home nearby, you live this world without the five-star hotel price tag.
Porto Rotondo is the place where you have an aperitivo on the Piazzetta watching the superyachts, and twenty minutes later you're on a white-sand beach where you don't need a credit card. The best of the Costa Smeralda without its most exclusive edge.
🏖️ The Beaches of Porto Rotondo
The town beaches — pale sand, a gentle seabed, full services. Views over the gulf, ideal for families and for a swim between strolls.
Between Porto Rotondo and the lagoon, with crystal-clear water and juniper trees. Quieter, loved by those who seek nature without giving up convenience.
Small and tucked away, with crystal-clear water. A secluded corner steps from the center.
Toward Punta Nera: white sand and some of the most spectacular turquoise water in the area. The authentic Smeralda, lesser known.
🛥️ Piazzetta San Marco and the Village
The heart of Porto Rotondo is
Piazzetta San Marco
, an amphitheater of granite steps overlooking the marina, lively in the evenings with aperitivos, bars and passeggiata. Don't miss the Church of San Lorenzo, famous for its olive-wood sculptures by artist Mario Ceroli, and the open-air theater. The village is made for walking: boutiques, galleries, gelato shops, and the marina with superyachts to admire. An aperitivo in Piazzetta San Marco— the evening ritual, between granite and superyachts
⭐ Unmissable Experiences
- A boat trip toward Tavolara and the Archipelago — the most beautiful coast seen from the sea
- The Ceroli sculptures in the Church of San Lorenzo — unexpected contemporary art
- Costa Smeralda beaches — Porto Cervo, Romazzino, Principe within 20–30 minutes
- Shopping and galleries — boutiques and art among the village alleys
- 📅 When to Visit Porto Rotondo 💡 Insider tip:
for the Costa Smeralda at its best without overpaying, come in June or September and stay near Porto Rotondo: same beaches and marina, much more reasonable prices.
| Period |
Sea |
Crowds |
Prices |
| May–Jun |
🌊 21-23°C |
🟢 Few |
🟢 -30/40% |
| July |
🌊 25°C |
🟡 Moderate |
🟡 Medium-high |
| August |
🌊 26°C |
🔴 High |
🔴 High |
| September |
🌊 25°C |
🟢 Few |
🟢 -30% |
| Oct–Apr |
🌊 17-19°C |
🟢 None |
🟢 -50% |
🚗 Getting to Porto Rotondo
- Olbia Airport (OLB) — about 20 km, 25 minutes by car. The most convenient gateway by far.
- 🚢 Port of Olbia — about 20 km. Ferries from Genoa, Civitavecchia, and Livorno.
- 🚗 Car rental — recommended for the beaches and the Costa Smeralda. Compare prices on Discover Cars — average saving of 35% compared with the airport desk.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Porto Rotondo as expensive as Porto Cervo?
Is Porto Rotondo as expensive as Porto Cervo?
Porto Rotondo has the elegance of the Costa Smeralda but a more intimate, family-friendly atmosphere than Porto Cervo. By staying in a holiday home nearby you live this world at a fraction of the luxury hotel cost. The beaches are public and free.
What are the best beaches at Porto Rotondo?
Is Porto Rotondo a good base for the Costa Smeralda?
Is Porto Rotondo a good base for the Costa Smeralda?
Excellent: it's 20–30 minutes from Porto Cervo and the most famous beaches (Romazzino, Principe, Capriccioli), 25 minutes from Olbia airport, and has everything on site — beaches, restaurants, marina. Perfect for those who want to experience the Costa Smeralda from a comfortable, more affordable base.
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