Holidays in Alghero

It's Italian through and through, but there's also a touch of Catalan charm about holidays in Alghero. Settlers from Northern Spain ruled this part of Sardinia for more than four centuries and there are traces of their influence today, if only in the Spanish street names. You're unlikely to be able to put down roots as they did, but for holidays Alghero, complete with ancient walled town and splendid setting, is still the kind of place you'll find difficult to leave.

When it comes to accommodation, Alghero has a reasonable range of three and four-star properties to choose from. So, if you're looking for bargain holidays or late deals, you might be lucky. The thoroughbred in the Thomson stable is the Hotel El Faro, located about 10km out of town. A Thomson A la Carte property, it's a tranquil retreat with a good range of facilities, including a spa, tennis and billiards. Alternatively, for more simple pleasures, there's the Hotel Riviera, a welcoming, family-run establishment which admirably lives up to its 'Small and Friendly' tag.

The old town of Alghero is a tangle of cobbled streets, lined with quaint houses and ancient churches – just perfect for a sightseeing ramble, followed by an espresso in a pavement cafe. And for beach lovers there's the Lido, a good stretch of sand backed by gelato emporia, bars and trattorias.

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