This chic Sardinian beach retreat has been wowing guests since the sixties; now it's been given a sympathetic Belmond Hotels’ refresh to future-proof its legendary luxury status.
Why you'll love it here
- Discover this legendary Sardinian resort, now reopened as A Belmond Hotel
- Laze on the white sands of Romazzino’s private beach in Emerald Bay
- Wander through the sprawling grounds of flower beds, rosemary and lush lawns
- Marvel at the unique architecture of curved white buildings and arched windows
- Swim in the sea and fresh water swimming pools surrounded by aromatic plants
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- Family,
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Porto Cervo is a picturesque Sardinian coastal village, popular since the 1950s among wealthy holidaymakers, with its marina of luxury yachts and hotels.
It’s here you’ll discover the Romazzino, now under the umbrella of the high-end Belmond Hotel collection, who have created a retreat ideal for families, groups and those who love to holiday with a touch of retro glamour.
On a private sandy beach in Costa Smeralda amid fragrant gardens, the white-washed curved buildings of this unique hotel wend their way across the landscape. This dreamy flow of architecture was designed by Michele Busiri Vici, who was known for his work in Costa Smeralda, with the hotel founded by Aga Khan IV in 1965.
This storied past has been given a 2020s update thanks to new ownership from Belmond, a collection renowned for its sympathetic renewing of historic hotels. The sixties style, epic sea views and laidback Italian vibe remain. But there’s now WiFi and air con across all accommodations, alongside an outdoor fitness centre with the latest Technogym equipment and open-air cabanas.
The vibe is distinctly '1960s Italian', harking back to what made the hotel so revered from its birth. So, expect sprawling grounds lined with aromatic rosemary bushes; freshwater and seawater-filled swimming pools; a retro cocktail bar with a cigar room and live pianist; and experiences that tempt you away for day trips, like a boat trip to La Maddalena Archipelago National Park.
And speaking of the area around the hotel, Porto Cervo is popular for its luxury spas, fine dining restaurants and exclusive nightclub spots, with its Piazzetta - a square surrounded by shopping alleys lined with designers such as Cartier, Gucci, Versace and Prada – the place to see and be seen.
Back at the hotel there is plenty for younger visitors too, with a fully supervised programme of indoor and outdoor activities, and thoughtful details to make family travel seamless, like in-room mini bathrobes, slippers and bottle warmers, and children’s menus and highchairs in the restaurant.
Room Options
There are a total of 100 accommodations to pick from at Romazzino, comprising 77 rooms, 17 suites and six private villas. This gives the hotel a boutique-feel, where service is attentive, and peace and privacy maximised. Rooms and suites are designed to make the most of the sea and garden views, with pared-back, sixties styling. Three and five-bedroom villas offer more space for families, and interconnecting rooms are available across a number of room and suite types.
Superior Garden Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults
In the hotel’s main building, these tranquil rooms for two have whitewashed walls and large patio doors leading to a furnished balcony overlooking the gardens. The marble en suite has a shower over the bathtub and Acqua di Parma toiletries.
Superior Sea View Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults
Survey the views of the emerald sea from the balcony of this room for two – which can have either a king or twin beds. In the main building of the hotel, these rooms have an en suite, air con and free WiFi.
Deluxe Garden Room
Sleeps: 2 Adults
Those who love green spaces will revel in the surrounds of these 26-metre-squared rooms, which all have either a terrace or balcony overlooking the Mediterranean gardens of the Romazzino.
Deluxe Sea View Room
Sleeps: 3 Adults
With its ivory palette punctuated by pops of Med-colour, these peaceful rooms overlook the Tyrrhenian Sea. An extra bed can be added to accommodate three guests.
Premium Sea View Room
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Survey the sea views from the seating area on your private balcony in this comfy room that’s designed in Sardinian-style with terracotta flooring, wooden furniture and Italian Acqua di Parma toiletries in the en suite.
Premium Sea View Room with Terrace
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Dreamy views of the sea glistening in the Sardinian sunshine are enjoyed from the sun loungers on the terrace of this Premium Room. Sleeping two in a king or twin-size beds, an extra bed can be added to accommodate an additional person.
Junior Suite
Sleeps: 3 Adults
These large, elegant rooms are some 38-square-metres of space; accommodating up to three with either a king-size or twin beds, and an extra bed if required. Set in the main building, views from the furnished balcony are of either the sea or garden.
Junior Suite with Sea View and Terrace
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Some 40-square-metres of space make these palatial suites popular. Laze under the Sardinian sun on your generous terrace with views of the sea, and when the temperature rises, retreat inside to the tranquil bedroom with its air con and well-stocked mini-bar.
Deluxe Suite
Sleeps: 3 Adults
These large en suite accommodations – with either a king-size or twin beds - have a balcony surrounded by bougainvillea to sit and enjoy the sea breeze with views of the landscaped Mediterranean gardens and curved architecture of the Romazzino.
Sea View Suite with Terrace
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Sleeping up to three guests, in this suite you can sit on your private terrace with panoramic views of the sea whilst enjoying a coffee or glass of wine. The day-bed in the sitting area is a dreamy spot for an afternoon siesta.
Romazzino Suite
Sleeps: 3 Adults
This vast suite of 80-square-metres has a spacious living area, dining room, expansive terrace with panoramic bay views, a bedroom with a balcony overlooking the sea, and an en suite with a separate shower, bathtub and double vanity basin.
Smeralda Suite
Sleeps: 4 Adults
Enjoy the additional luxury of this standalone suite with its 180-degree views of the bay, gardens and islands. The bedroom has a king-size, four-poster bed; there is a dining area to seat six; the terrace is covered and has sunbeds, a sofa and al fresco dining space; and it benefits from extra suite inclusions, such as a curated in-suite bar and coffee machine.
Three-Bedroom Pool Villa
Sleeps: 7 Adults
The luxury three-bedroom villa has a private pool; sea views; its own gardens; a dining room; living areas; and indoor and outdoor fireplaces, all located in a secluded part of the resort on the seafront. All of the bedrooms are en suite, and one can accommodate an extra bed to sleep seven guests in total.
Five-Bedroom Pool Villa
Sleeps: 11 Adults
This expansive 243-square-metre villa is set over two stories and can sleep 11 across five bedrooms. Designed in the classic sixties style of the hotel, the oversized plant pots, curved walls and cosy nooks to sit in give this villa a real sense of place. There is a large living room; all bedrooms have an en suite and their own veranda; and outside there is a private pool with views of the bay.Facilities/Amenities
- Gym/fitness centre
- Spa/wellness
- Tennis
Restaurants & Bars
The experience at Romazzino is one to give you a real sense of place, transporting you to the chilled times of Sardinia in the sixties. This extends to the food, where views of the bay are showcased as you sit amidst the juniper trees being served fish caught in the Med with a seasonal salad and a retro cocktail. Whether it’s an al fresco lunch by the pool or an intimate dinner at the signature restaurant, opting for half or full-board is a great way to make the most of this Belmond hotel’s Italian menus.
Restaurant La Terrasse
Enjoy views of the bay at the hotel’s signature restaurant in the main building. Modern Sardinian and Italian dishes are served, with ingredients sourced locally on daily menus focussing on the island’s traditions and fresh, seasonal produce.
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Éntu e Mari
Be transported back to the sixties at the hotel’s beach grill, a relaxed restaurant with an open-kitchen right by the sea. Think al fresco salads and grilled catch of the day for lunch, and home-baked bread for a mid-afternoon snack.
- Lunch
- Dinner
Beach Bar
A distinctly sixties vibe makes this bar on the sand a favourite with guests. Sit in a cabana with a cappuccino in the morning, sip aperitifs on the sand, and lounge with a lemonade and your feet on the beach to the sound of the waves lapping the shore.
Il Ginepro Bar
Step back in time to the glamour of a cocktail bar in the mid-20th-century, where mixologists create retro cocktails, there is a cigar lounge for a cognac and Toscano, and live piano music accompanies the experience.
Pool Bar
Just steps from the beach, this relaxing spot beside the pools and surrounded by gardens is perfect for a fresh juice sitting by the saltwater pool, or for an afternoon ice cream with the kids next to the freshwater swimming pool.
Activities & Entertainment
Beach & Pools
Just steps from the sea and woven into the landscape of rosemary, hibiscus and juniper trees are the hotel’s two swimming pools; one seawater, one freshwater. The Romazzino’s private, white sand beach leads into the warm, clear waters of Costa Smeralda and is found at the end of a walk through the fragrant gardens. Equipped with sunshades and loungers, this calm stretch of coast is peaceful for couples and families alike.
Watersports are available with an expert guide, including kayaking, wakeboarding and waterskiing.
Spa & Fitness
The hotel’s wellness centre maximises the setting with treatments in natural surrounds like open-air cabanas, and a menu of healing therapies inspired by the coast. An outdoor fitness area has the latest Technogym equipment for working out with a view of the sea, and there is a new yoga and Pilates room.
Alternatively, channel the sixties fitness vibe with a match on the newly renovated tennis court.
Family Activities
The hotel is an excellent choice for families, and as such has created additional facilities for children. This starts with the welcome, including in-room mini bathrobes, slippers and bottle warmers. A fully supervised programme of activities at the Toy Club is offered by multilingual staff for children aged three to 12, and children’s menus and highchairs are provided in the restaurants. A babysitter is available to book on request.
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- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
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