Castiadas, ItalyCosta Rei
La Villa del Re
Adults-only beachfront villa
Adults-only beachfront villa
The property runs like a quiet summer residence for couples, where unhurried days unfold between coastal pines and the shoreline.
“the former estate now feels like a rustic-chic Mediterranean retreat, with earth-toned stucco, timber pergolas and cascading bougainvillea softening its historic stonework.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Beach attendants deliver chilled refreshments straight to shaded loungers on private sand.
Listed
Local granite stonework and timber pergolas framed by bougainvillea and coastal pines.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Forbes Travel Guide.
It’s a modern structure, but one built from local stone and wood, with an eye toward blending in to Sardinia’s landscape.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a private stretch of Costa Rei beach, framed by pines and Mediterranean macchia.
The rooms
Most rooms open onto private balconies or terraces, and marble bathrooms have walk-in chromotherapy rain showers.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Fringed umbrellas and loungers line the freshwater pool, looking across manicured lawns toward the sea.
Gym and treatments
An open-air gym sits under a garden pergola, and therapists perform body scrubs and deep-tissue massages.
At the table
Terrace tables under timber pergolas look out to sea, and a stone-walled tasting room pours regional Sardinian wines.
How it began
The grounds once formed part of an agricultural prison without walls, where detainees served sentences farming the open coastal land.
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Our shorthand
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.