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Hotel Palau

locationOlbia Tempio, North Sardinia

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About Hotel PalauAbout Hotel Palau

Location

This residential centre rises above a gentle slope that leans out towards the sea, between the headland of Punta Sardegna to the west and Capo d'Orso to the east. In the 18th Century, the coastline took on an important defensive role; Palau, like La Maddalena and Caprera, became one of the many sentinels deployed for the protection of the Strait of Bonifacio. Numerous fortifications were erected at strategic points, of which those of Altura and Capo d'Orso are among the most beautiful and imposing. The centre of Palau, where guests will find links to the public transport network, is just 400 m away and it is 600 m to the beach. It is also the port of departure for boat trips to the island of La Maddalena. Olbia Airport is 40 km away.

Facility

The hotel has 2 lifts and features 95 non-smoking rooms. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access in public areas (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage (for a fee) or in the car park. Further services and facilities include medical assistance, room service (for a fee), a laundry service and a hotel shuttle bus. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Included in the standard features of some rooms is a terrace, whose beautiful ambience is largely created by a stunning view of the sea. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Family rooms are available for parents with children.

Sport

Guests can work out or just relax in the outdoor and indoor pools. Kids can splash about in a special swimming area just for them. Sun loungers and parasols are available on the sun terrace. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers tennis. With windsurfing, sailing, snorkelling and diving available, fans of water sports will have plenty to choose from. The fitness rooms are perfect for a comprehensive workout. A spa, a sauna and massage treatments are available in the wellness area.

Meals

The dining area includes a restaurant and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and a comprehensive dinner buffet offer plenty of delicious variety.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Amenities at Hotel Palau Amenities at Hotel Palau

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      24-hour reception

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      Air conditioning

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      Bar(s)

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      Car Park

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      Conference Room

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      Hotel Safe

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      Kids Club

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      Laundry Facilities

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      Laundry Service

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      Lifts

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      Medical Assistance

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      Pets

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Restaurant(s) with non-smoking area

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      Room Service

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      TV Room

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      Wifi

  • Hygiene

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      Health checks on staff

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      Mandatory mask-wearing

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      Packaged meals

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      Protective equipment for employees

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      Protective hygiene screens

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      Breakfast Buffet

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      Evening Buffet

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      Full Board

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      Half Board

  • Sport/Entertainment

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      Aerobics

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      Children's Pool

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      Diving

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      Gym

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      Horse Riding

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      Jacuzzi

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      Massage

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      Outdoor Pool(s)

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      Parasols

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      Sailing

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      Sauna

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      Sun loungers

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      Sun terrace

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      Tanning Studio/Solarium

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      Tennis

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      Windsurfing

LocationLocation

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Around this property:

Train Station

200 m

Tourist Centre

400 m

City Centre

400 m

Bus Station

400 m

Beach

600 m

Sea

600 m

User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

508

Very Good

210

Average

87

Poor

30

Terrible

19

Recent Reviews: 854

  • User:franpdc24

    Trip type: Family

    AMAZING STAY, HEAVENLY PLACE!

    rating17 Sept 2025

    The absolute best stay here! The staff was very friendly and welcoming, the room was spotless with amazing views, and the location was perfect to explore Sardinia's beauties. Every morning a delicious breakfast awaits and the whole atmosphere is just so magical. Honestly, you won't ever want to leave — can’t wait to be back!

  • User:Tiago C

    Trip type: Family

    Superb Hotel in Palau

    rating11 Sept 2025

    Great place to stay in Palau – the staff are super friendly and helpful.It has a beautiful view over La Maddalena Island.Also, it’s very easy to find parking around the hotel.I definitely recommend it if you’re planning to stay in Palau!

  • User:GorgeousMiddlesex

    Trip type: Family

    Great Hotel in a great location

    rating09 Sept 2025

    This hotel is gorgeous. Perched on a hill top with amazing views. Staying in Palau means easy access to the Madalena Island. The hotel building is well maintained and so are the grounds. The breakfasts were plentiful and the fruit was always so fresh. The best thing about the hotel is the staff especially the reception staff. They couldn't do enough for you and I have never experienced such helpful staff as I did at this hotel. There is a nice balcony/veranda where the views down to the port are spectacular and on our last night there was a firework display which made great viewing.The bedrooms are basic and didn't have enough plug sockets but they were clean.I've seen people moan about the walk up and down the hill to the port. It really isn't a big deal at all. One way is steeper than the other but neither is tough. I'm in my 60's and managed it quite easily so it's a lot of fuss over nothing.

  • User:Robert D

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    OK at best but most definitely NOT 4 stars!!!

    rating09 Aug 2025

    Hotel Palau is ok at best but is most definitely not 4 stars.For context we stayed for 5 nights and whilst fine would not recommend staying longer as it would become repetitive whilst there are other places to explore (especially on La Maddalena).POOL/POOL AREA:The pool area is fine albeit the pool water stung our eyes, unnaturally so, both immediately and constantly so ensure you have goggles if intending to swim (or put your face underwater even briefly). For context, I swim regularly throughout the year in various pools but the pool water at Hotel Palau had a chemical feel (not usual chlorine) and both my children (not babies nor teenagers) had spots and rashes on their bodies after spending time in the pool.HOTEL SHUTTLE - UNRELIABLE:The hotel shuttle collection from the beach was supposed to be scheduled but despite reception noting our name, room number and time of the return/collection it NEVER arrived on time. On each occasion after 20 minutes of waiting we called the hotel to be informed it was ‘stuck in traffic.’ We knew this to be a lie as it was a 5-minute drive and there was never any traffic. The shuttle in reality only departed further to calling the hotel.HOTEL RECEPTION - VERY POOR SERVICEThe reception were to blame for the shuttle service as they were disorganized and quite frankly useless, particularly the older lady with glasses, wavy hair and badly cut, short fringe (whos’ name escapes me). She was rude and took no ownership for issues for which she was clearly at fault. For instance, the day before departing we requested a shuttle to the port at 10am the following morning. This was confirmed albeit for a cost of 10 euros (rather than as a courtesy). We reconfirmed this with the same lady on the day of departure before breakfast. We checked out at 9.45am and paid for the shuttle only to be informed minutes later that the shuttle was fully booked at 10am and that we would either have to wait for it to return or they could arrange a taxi for 35 euros?! This defied belief having booked in ample time, reconfirmed and paid but still the lady at reception (involved at every stage) still attempted to claim this was not her fault?!BREAKFAST:The staff at breakfast were not friendly or welcoming (and lacked any enthusiasm for their work). Smiling, being polite and upbeat would not go amiss.ROOM:The room (101) was dated but adequate however it had very thin walls (meaning we could hear standard conversations from the adjoining room 102)LOCATION:The hotel is a 5-10 minute walk to the restaurants in Palau so benefits from both both quiet and convenient. The walk was fine for us but note for those less mobile the walk back from Palau to the hotel is up a steep and continual incline. The beaches and ferry terminal to La Maddalena are also both a 5 minute drive so location is a plus point.SUMMARY:In summary if expecting a 4 star hotel, room or service lower your expectation, avoid the old lady on reception if at all possible and remember your swim goggles.

  • User:Steinarr B

    Trip type: Family

    Excellent hotel experience! Cleanliness, service and breakfast superb!

    rating01 Aug 2025

    Delightful stay with my family. Charming hotel, cleanliness impeccable at all times. Hotel breakfast one of the best I have had. Service 100%, great attitude, unpretentious, extremely friendly. Higly recommend. Good shuttle service to the port and beach with private area. 15 minute walk to centre and port not a problem even if it was up a hill on the way back. We are in good shape and enjoyed walking of the dinner.

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