Hotel Marana ★★★★

Legend has it that emeralds carry special healing powers. It was believed that their glittering colour was soothing and calming. But you don’t have to buy them to experience their power; a simple trip to one of Italy’s gems, the luxurious Hotel Marana will have much the same effect. The hotel is traditionally rustic and resplendently regal all at once with original bare-brick walls and terracotta roofing, majestic marble flooring and impressive water features. The tranquil atmosphere is clearly established from the moment you set foot on the scenic, verdant grounds.

Inside the spacious hotel lobby, shiny marble cools and refreshes before the friendly, multilingual staff lead you to your modern and minimalist room. The room boasts a king-size bed, a spacious bathroom finished in Orosei marble and picturesque views from the adjoining balcony. The Italian sunlight gently fills the room, reminding you exactly where you are.

Not that you will need much reminding. The hotel’s well-known restaurant serves up delicious southern European cuisine, while the bar provides a selection of refreshing cocktails. The impressive rooftop swimming pool provides respite from the heat and magnificent views of Sardinia’s charming rugged beaches. Just hearing the waves lapping on the soft shore of the hotel’s private beach is enough to etch the Mediterranean into your memory.

Let the Hotel Marana work its magic and replenish your energies. You may enjoy it so much that you will soon answer its call to return. After all, emeralds are forever.