This stylish four-star hotel combines the ancient and modern in Sardinia. Wonderfully located next to Palau’s new marina, La Vecchia Fonte’s architecture provides a window to Sardinia’s seafaring past, with old maritime maps adorning the walls and nautical notes throughout.
Accommodation
A range of room types are available for guests, from stylishly decorated classic rooms through to luxurious suites. The hotel has 36 guest rooms in total.
All rooms are bright and spacious, with traditional Sardinian touches and vintage furniture. Classic rooms offer a queen size bed, private bathroom and air-conditioning, while superior rooms are larger, with beautiful views over the port. Some superior rooms also have a panoramic terrace. Suites provide additional luxury and space for special occasions.
Facilities
An exceptional complimentary breakfast is served for guests in the breakfast room, while the elegant café and wine bar on the ground floor is perfect for lunch or evening cocktails. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, with a 24-hour reception and room service also available.
A city tax of €2.50 per night per person is charged locally.
Location
A stone’s throw from the marina and the departure point for daily diving excursions, La Vecchia Fonté is ideally located for divers. The nearest beach is just 350 metres away, while a range of restaurants and shops are within walking distance in Palau’s town centre. The wider area is renowned for its exceptional coastline, numerous beautiful coves and emerald water.
Resort Features
- Swimming Pool
- WiFi
- Luxury
- Boutique
Recommended for
- Families
- Experienced Divers
- Beginner Divers
- Learn to Dive
Our Holiday Prices
The price quoted is a guide, based on the cheapest time to travel and two people sharing. Flight prices change daily, so we'll prepare a personalised quotation to ensure that you receive the most competitive price for your chosen travel dates.
Please call 01353 659999 or complete an enquiry form for a quotation.
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel
8 days from £1,495 inc. flights, transfers, accommodation, diving.
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At a Glance
- When to Go May-Oct
- Rental Equipment Yes (£)
- Rooms 36
- Nitrox Paid
- Internet Yes
- Group Discount Please enquire
Highlights
- Boutique property
- Award winning
- Enviable location
- Short walk to beach
- 40 dive sites
What's included?
Price per person typically includes:
- Flights to/from UK
- Airport transfers to/from resort
- 7 nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis
- 10 dives
Our Price Match Promise
At Regaldive we are committed to offering you the best possible value for money on all our diving holidays. That's why we offer you a price match promise. Learn more about our promise to you.
Nautilus Diving Centre, Sardinia
Located in the centre of the small town of Palau on the north coast, Nautilus Diving are Sardinia’s only PADI 5-star Gold Palm dive centre and also an accredited BSAC dive resort.
Equipment Rental
Nitrox Available (Paid)
Groups
Boat Diving
Courses
Daily boat diving is offered to the 40 or so dive sites of this region from the dive centres two boats, a custom-built dive boat with dive platform and a smaller Zodiac. Departing at 8am each day, two morning dives are offered, with an option for a third dive in the afternoon.
For those looking to learn to dive or further their education, a full range of diving courses are available from Open Water courses to PADI Tec diver training.
The Nautilus diving team pride themselves on truly five-star service, catering for divers every need and ensuring you enjoy a truly relaxing diving holiday.
Nitrox is available for certified divers, and the dive centre is well set up for eager underwater photographers. Both 12 and 15 litre tanks are available, along with a full range of well-maintained Aqua Lung and Seacsub diving equipment for hire.
Gallery
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel
Photo: Image by Gabriele Sotgiu
Photo: Image by Gabriele Sotgiu
Photo: Image by Gabriele Sotgiu
Photo: Image by Gabriele Sotgiu
Photo: Image by Gabriele Sotgiu
Photo: Image by Gabriele Sotgiu
Dive Info
Dive Packs
We offer a 6 dive package from £275 and a 10 dive package from £365 which is available to pre-book for certified divers. Please discuss your requirements with the Regaldive team, who will prepare a quotation suited to your needs.
PADI courses can also be pre-booked for those learning to dive or furthering their education.
Extras in Resort
- Afternoon boat dives
- Nitrox
- Dive equipment rental: Full equipment is available to hire, and individual items are also available
Helpful Information
Getting Around
Palau is a 45-minute transfer from Olbia, which will be arranged for you with your holiday. The town itself can be explored on foot, with three beaches within walking distance of the dive centre and accommodation. To explore the wider region, car rental is recommended. Boat trips to explore the beaches and islands of the archipelago are also recommended for non-diving days.
Climate & Water Temperature
Sardinia is blessed with a wonderful climate and is known for its ‘six-month summer’. Land temperatures between May and October – the best months for diving – range from 23 to 30°C, often with over 10 hours of sunshine a day. Water temperatures in this period range from 19 to 25°C but can be slightly cooler below 12–15 metres.
Water Visibility
This region is blessed with consistently favourable visibility, often reaching 30 metres and sometimes as much as 40 metres. Spring months, while having cooler temperatures, often bring the best visibility.
Time
GMT +1 hour
Currency
€ - Euros. Banks are normally open until early afternoon from Monday to Friday, and until midday on Saturday. Summer and winter opening hours may differ. Credit cards widely accepted. ATMs are widely available.
Planning your Holiday
Flight Information
Direct flights are available from both London Gatwick and Manchester to Olbia in northern Sardinia.
Flight duration: UK to Sardinia: 2–2½ hours
Departure tax: N/A
Visas
Entry requirements vary from country to country, and it’s important to check the latest visa information well before you travel. Some destinations may allow visa-free entry for a limited period, while others require an eVisa or a visa obtained in advance. To ensure you have the correct documentation for your trip, we recommend checking the official advice from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or contacting the relevant country’s embassy or consulate. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.
Passports
Before you travel, make sure your passport is valid for the full duration of your trip and meets the entry requirements of your destination. Many countries require at least six months’ validity beyond your planned return date, while others may have different rules. For the most reliable and up-to-date information, visit the UK Government’s passport guidance or the official travel advice pages for your destination. Other nationalities should check with their own consulate/embassy.
If you’re planning to travel to or via an EU country (with certain exceptions) your UK passport must meet two key requirements, it must be less than 10 years old on the day you enter the country and it must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure date.
Vaccinations & Health Advice
Health and vaccination requirements differ depending on where you're travelling. Some destinations may require proof of specific vaccinations or recommend certain precautions to protect your wellbeing.
We’re not qualified to provide you with specific advice on vaccinations and strongly recommend that you contact your healthcare professional before you travel to discuss the inoculations you may need to consider.
For trusted guidance on health and vaccination advice, refer to the NHS Travel Vaccination Advice, Masta Travel Health or Travel Health Pro websites.
Client Review for La Vecchia Fonte Hotel
Great long weekend location
Great location for a long weekend. The dive operator was fantastic. Made everything very easy, which was particularly important as it was my 12-year-old daughter's first dives from a boat.
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