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With 35 miles of glorious coastline along Sardinia’s northern shore, Costa Smerelda (or Emerald Coast) was created as a getaway for the rich and famous by Prince Karin Aga Khan IV in the early 1960s. Sailing, waterskiing, scuba diving, golfing, shopping, fine dining and partying are some of the area’s best activities. Hotel prices can be exorbitant, but that’s no problem for the area’s wealthy visitors, even less so since many arrive in their own private yachts. Porto Cervo is the main town.
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“Great location, horrible service, tiny rooms!”

Colonna Pevero Hotel

2 of 5 stars
LineRS
Nov 20, 2009

We originally booked a two week stay at the hotel, looking forward to a relaxing holiday at a 5-star resort. The hotel is beautifully set in the hills surrounding Porto Cervo, and has great swimming...more

“Fantastico!”

L'Ea di Lavru

5 of 5 stars
jomac2005
jomac2005
Nov 16, 2009

If you're looking for somewhere special, well run, well kept with stunning views with friendly staff, this is for you. Flavio (captain Segatori), the owner, has a huge wealth of knowledge with Re:...more

“Beautiful Beaches Great Food”
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Brussels
Feb 12, 2007

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