Forte Village Resort - Hotel Il Castello 5*

Location

The resort is an oasis of peace and relaxation, thanks to the microclimate along this brief tract of coastline, nestled in a splendid 25-hectare lush, tropical garden. The resort, which is shaded by tall pines, is protected from the cold winds from the north by a chain of low mountains just up-country. The centre of Cagliari is around 40 minutes' drive away, while the villages of Nora and Pula are about 10 minutes' drive from the property. The Nora Ruins are also some 10 minutes' away. Barumini can be reached in about 2 hours' drive. The hotel is located only half an hour's drive from Cagliari Airport.

Facilities

The holiday village welcomes guests in a 5-storey building with a lift and 181 non-smoking rooms. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access in public areas (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The complex has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops, including a souvenir shop. The grounds of the complex feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a playroom. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a childcare service, a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a page service and a hotel doctor. A bicycle hire service (for a fee) gives guests the opportunity to explore the surrounding area independently. Complimentary newspapers are available.

Rooms

Central heating ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. Rooms include a double bed. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (for a fee) provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are provided in the bathrooms, which include a shower and a bathtub. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked.

Sports/Entertainment

Whether in need of rest and relaxation or more activity, guests can swim a few lengths of one of the 4 outdoor pools, while children have a special swimming area just for them. A sun terrace, sun loungers, and parasols are available. A variety of refreshing drinks await guests at the pool bar. The complex offers an extensive outdoor sport and leisure programme, which includes cycling/mountain biking, beach volleyball, volleyball and basketball. For a fee, guests can also enjoy tennis, golf and horse riding. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as snorkelling and aquafit. For a fee, guests can also enjoy water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, motorboat rides, paddle boating, banana boat rides, canoeing, sailing, catamaraning and diving. A wide range of indoor sporting activities are also offered, for example table tennis, callisthenics and aerobics or, for a fee, a gym, billiards, bowling and squash. There is a wellness area with a spa, a hammam, a beauty salon, thalassotherapy treatments and a solarium and, for an additional fee, a sauna, a steam bath and massage treatments. Guests can enjoy a range of leisure facilities and activities, including a kids' club and a dance club.

Meals

Various dining options are available, including a dining room, a breakfast room, a café, a bar and a pub. The non-smoking restaurant provides high chairs for children. Refreshing drinks at the beach bar are a perfect way to enjoy warm weather. Half board can be booked. Breakfast and dinner are served every day. Special meals, including vegetarian dishes, are also available. The holiday village offers a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

Payment

The complex accepts the following credit cards: American Express, VISA, Diners Club, JCB and MasterCard.