Hotel Nautilus in Cagliari is a delightful beachfront escape located right on the famous Lungomare Poetto. This family-friendly property is set within two beautifully restored historic villas, surrounded by a tranquil garden filled with ancient olive trees. It offers a relaxed, intimate atmosphere that feels worlds away from the city center, despite being just a quick bus ride from the heart of Cagliari.
The hotel is defined by its commitment to comfort and the stunning natural beauty of the Gulf of Cagliari. Guests can lounge by the infinity pool or take advantage of the private beach facilities just a few steps across the road. For those wanting to explore, the hotel provides complimentary bicycles, which are perfect for cruising along the long coastline of Poetto Beach.
Nature lovers will find the hotel’s location particularly special. It sits near the Molentargius–Saline Regional Natural Park, a protected wetland famous for being the permanent habitat of beautiful pink flamingos. It is common to spot these birds as you wander the paths around the ponds, offering a unique wildlife experience right on the edge of the city.
Beyond the beach, you are well-positioned to visit historic landmarks like the Bastion of Saint Remy for its panoramic city views or the ancient Roman Amphitheatre. Whether you are interested in the vibrant local markets or exploring the medieval streets of the Castello district, Hotel Nautilus serves as a serene, authentic home base for your Sardinian adventures.
Expert reviews
“Nothing shouts holiday as much as the sight of sea and sand on your doorstep. This gleaming three-star hotel is one of the best on the Poetto beachfront, offering summery blue and white rooms, balconies and sea views.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Swimming pool
- Beachfront
Location
Recent guest reviews
7 October 2025
Perfect hotel, perfect location
Very clean hotel, breakfast was amazing with great choice. The room had everything we needed. Location perfect for the beach and the bars. Close to the bus stop to get you to cagilari old town which was around 20 mins away.
The only slight thing I would say and no real big deal but tea and coffee facilities in the room would be a nice touch but they serve coffee downstairs but at a fee.
21 September 2025
Loved the hotel and location, and the staff were amazing!! Would definitely stay again, thank you!
Loved the property! The rooms were very comfortable with lots of lovely details. The view of the beach from the sea view room was beautiful. The staff were exceptional, so friendly and welcoming!!
The bed had quite a firm mattress which took a couple of days to get used to, but this is a personal preference rather than a negative. Would also have liked a kettle in the room, but again, that’s a personal preference. The hotel staff were happy to make us a tea or coffee whenever we wanted one.
10 September 2025
A well positioned hotel opposite the beach
Well positioned three star hotel opposite the beach . All the staff were friendly and welcoming.
The breakfast is served from 7-10am and there was sufficient variety of food on offer .
The rooms are spotlessly clean and serviced daily .
There are sunbeds / parasols to use on the beach towels available for small fee .
The parking can be a bit tricky at weekends and I imagine peak times. It was hard to distinguish resident and public parking hence we got a parking ticket !
1 September 2025
Amazing location on Poetto beach and certainly feel like this felt like 5* service throughout the stay
Loved the views from the balcony, we got the sea view room with a hottub
Loved the staff
Enjoyed the breakfast
Enjoyed
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25 August 2025
Superb boutique hotel right by the sea
The aesthetics in each room could easily be a 4 or 5 star room. They really are something special. Always very clean, modern and comfy. Rooms are spacious too. Staff were always very helpful and kind. Cosy swimming pool area at the back of property and the location in terms of beach proximity is idealic.
The only thing I'd like them to consider is to keep the pancakes & eggs warm. It would make the breakfast experience much tastier. But overall, it was a truly memorable stay.
25 August 2025
Great experience and well worth the stay
Location / the beach club that’s affiliated with the property.
Friendly staff and helpful
Early morning cleaners, woke us up early to clean the apartment next door.
No parking
11 August 2025
A Relaxed, personal, clean, beautiful, friendly hotel in a great location with amazing staff!!
The staff were amazing - so helpful, so thoughtful, they gave an extra special personal service - nothing was too much trouble and they were really kind.
The breakfast was good by Italian standards as breakfast is not such a big thing in Italy but may be disappointing compared to other European hotels. It would have been good if they put out some bananas at breakfast. I did think it was quite expensive for a 3* but I couldn’t fault it and would stay again and recommend to anyone! :-)
22 July 2025
Perfect location, gorgeous beaches at your door step.
Every single staff member was approachable, friendly, helpful. Could not have done anymore to make our stay any better! We would like to call out Sara she is simply an incredible employee always smiling, nothing was too much trouble!
Nothing to comment here. We loved our stay!
29 June 2025
Ideal location! We were spoiled between the outdoor pool and beach!
The location was perfect! We hopped from their nice outdoor pool (a must) to the beach that is literally across the street from the hotel. The staff was outstanding and catered to our every need. The hotel is spotlessly clean and they offered a large Continental breakfast with a large variety of items to choose from. The rooms as cool with Air Conditioning, a must have in the heat wave and the outdoor pool was the perfect temperature to cool off. My daughter and I basically did “Pool to Beach, Beach to Pool” during our stay. There are a few restaurants within walking distance for lunch and dinner but the hotel had endless supplies of cold drinks for us.
23 June 2025
Amazing hotel in a beautiful location
Loved everything about the Hotel. The circular bed was cool and the staff, breakfast, cleanliness etc. was perfect.
Loved everything, the only improvement I would make is maybe offer a lunch/evening meal option alongside the yummy breakfast. There are plenty of places locally to dine, however they are mostly fish restaurants. If the hotel did offer something that was an alternative to fish, even a simple salad or sandwiches, that would be perfect.
16 June 2025
Great location if you love beach holidays. Only approximately 15 minutes from Cagliari historic centre.
Very clean. A small friendly place to stay . Good breakfast .
Nothing in particular.
11 June 2025
Wonderful breakaway in superb Cagliari area
Excellent breakfast and good coffee, free umbrellas and use of bicycles
We had one day of cold water but it was fixed really suickly
10 June 2025
Excellent would definitely recommend
We liked the Nautilus but were then upgraded to the Excelsior Nautilus which was superb. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly
6 June 2025
Welcoming friendly staff
Charming helpful staff help make this good comfortable hotel excellent. They go out of their way to make sure you have a great stay and everything you need, they really are so lively and welcoming.. It is spotlessly clean and comfortable. It is surrounded by well maintained gardens that give it a very tranquil feel, and is just across the road from Poetto beach and several good restaurants. Also great bus stop into Cagliari just behind the hotel.
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29 May 2025
Gorgeous hotel would definitely stay here again if in the area 🙂
Amazing location, spotlessly clean and funky interior. Breakfast had good variety. Lovely to walk along promenade with access to beautiful beaches.
No tea making facilities in room otherwise it would have been a 10 😊
11 May 2025
Really nice hotel, helpful staff
Close to the beach, very clean and an excellent breakfast
The swimming pool was a little small
27 April 2025
Amazing stay, very sweet staff. Close to a ton of things to check out
All things. Especially room service.
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17 April 2025
I had an wonderful stay with a room and a gorgeous view. I will stay here again and recommen
The staff was fabulous especially Valeriea.
I wish there were earlier options for dinner and availability for lunch and/or dinner at the hotel.
They offer free bikes to utilize and I was able to see the Flamingos at the park. Beautiful!
25 March 2025
We’ll be back.
It is a small boutique hotel with the friendliest staff, very accommodating and hospitable. It has great gardens, nice sitting spaces, the free bikes are amazing to ride with the boardwalk right in front of the place. And the surfing waves were great right out in front of the property.
20 January 2025
Very Nice Stay.. very friendly staff.. I recommand this hotel ++++
I would like to THANK very much the staff in the reception.. They give me a very nice room in the second building... really nice and iappreciate tooo much the breakfast.. the location of the hotel is also great.
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7 January 2025
Fantastic stay in a great localisation
Localisation, very nice clean hotel
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1 January 2025
Great short stay in front of a stunning beach
Great location and service. Staff is super friendly
19 December 2024
Well worth the money, wish we would have stayed a little later in the year for warmer weather.
The breakfast was amazing, the hotel grounds and rooms were very clean, the location is awesome with close access to the beach and bus lines. The staff were all very nice and helpful.
The bed was a little too hard, we have bad hips and shoulders and the bed was hard on our joints.
9 December 2024
Amazing stay! Breakfast is 10 out of 10!The staff are friendly and helpfull. Special Thanks to Mirko who was the star of
Location just perfect, with the sea view! Also free bikes was amazing addition to my stay.
7 November 2024
Amazing one night spent with my husband and daughter 🥰🥰
Lovely hotel, beautiful, everything very well decorated 😍
4 November 2024
Great hotel for vacation
It was clean and comfortable, all that you need. They had breakfast, and near a few restaurants for lunch and dinner. The staff was helpful
There was no iron, they had only steamer.
Hotel facilities
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (seasonal)
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Reception services
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Hot spring bath (additional charge)
- - Beachfront
- - Open-air bath (additional charge)
- - Beach
- - Live sport events (broadcast)
Transport
- - Public transport tickets (additional charge)
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Pool and wellness
- - Infinity pool
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Access to health care professionals

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30 October 2025
Go to sleep with the sound of the ocean - very comfortable
A great 5 days late October when beach cafes and restaurants are closed for the season. We would definitely stay again.