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La Vecchia Fonte

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with bar/lounge, near Palau Ethnographic Museum

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Guests can enjoy serene beach yoga sessions with breathtaking views of the calm sea.
Enjoy a serene view of the marina and distant hills from this room's balcony, which features wicker furniture and a comfortable chair.
Relax with a soothing massage on our outdoor terrace overlooking the marina.
Relax on the balcony with a hot tub and take in the stunning view of the coastal town.
Enjoy a tranquil view of the marina and distant hill from this balcony, complete with a small table and potted plant.
La Vecchia Fonte is the perfect retreat near Isolotto Beach and La Sciumara Beach. Begin your day with a full breakfast, then unwind at the playground or cycle through scenic routes. With free WiFi, a library, babysitting services for families and helpful staff on hand.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet-friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car hire on-site

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on-site
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
The current price is £178
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Partial Sea View

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and television, offering a mountain view.

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Harbour View

Classic design meets comfort in this well-appointed room with a large bed and cozy workspace.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Harbour View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View

Relax on the balcony with a hot tub and take in the stunning view of the coastal town.

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private rooftop hot tub
Air conditioning
HDTV
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

Relax in this inviting room with a large bed, sofa, and comfortable seating area.

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View, Oceanfront

Relax in this inviting room with a large bed, balcony, and seating area.

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Wellness Presidential Suite

Relax on the hot tub surrounded by a shaded pergola and enjoy the marina views.

Wellness Presidential Suite

Highlights

Terrace
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private rooftop hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, sofa, and small table, perfect for relaxing.

Classic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

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Via Fonte Vecchia, 48, Porto Turistico, Palau, SS, 7020

What's nearby

  • Palau Tourism Office - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palau Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • La Sciumara Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bear's Rock - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Porto Pollo Beach - 11 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Olbia (OLB-Costa Smeralda) - 58 min drive
  • Figari (FSC-Figari - Sud Corse) - 125 min drive
  • Rudalza Station - 38 min drive
  • Marinella Station - 40 min drive
  • Golfo Aranci Station - 48 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Il Molo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Del Porto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lu Palau Bar Stazione Marittima - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pasta & Vino Trattoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Pizzeria Bitto - ‬1 min walk

About this property

La Vecchia Fonte

Situated by the ocean, La Vecchia Fonte is a great choice for a stay in Palau. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 10 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered on-site self-parking (EUR 19 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • Free off-site parking within 33 ft
    • Street parking available
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Scooter/moped hire
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire
  • Beach towels
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2005
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Café & Wine Bar – This cocktail bar serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 30 April, EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 May to 31 October, EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 95 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 October and 27 April.

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs EUR 19 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number IT090054A1000F1993
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Also known as

Vecchia Fonte
Vecchia Fonte Hotel
Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau
Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau, Sardinia
La Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel
La Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau

Frequently asked questions

Is La Vecchia Fonte currently open?

The property is closed between 24 October and 27 April.

Does La Vecchia Fonte offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, La Vecchia Fonte does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at La Vecchia Fonte?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 10 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at La Vecchia Fonte?

Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 19 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by La Vecchia Fonte?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 95 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at La Vecchia Fonte?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at La Vecchia Fonte and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes helicopter/aeroplane tours.

What's the area around La Vecchia Fonte like?

La Vecchia Fonte is located on the waterfront, a short 4-minute walk from Palau Harbor and 6 minutes' walk from Palau vecchio.

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La Vecchia Fonte Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Air conditioning
Parking
Towns
Walking
Market
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was generous, nice, and served with courteous staff. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully decorated hotel with excellent staff. Nice breakfast served well. Great location for all things to do in Palau. Would go there again!
Carol, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good quality hotel staff very helpful
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location
Karin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Took the suite and it had a good balcony with a Jacuzzi. The location is good and the quality of the room is excellent.
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff. Secure parking.
Kirk, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location
Catherine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place with good location in the center of Palau. Super place.
Eimund, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel!

Friendly staff helped me when my flight was cancelled
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Want to stay again

This hotel is in a perfect position. It also offers car parking but you park out front for free in the car park. Our luggage was lost and the staff went above and beyond to help us with retrieving our luggage. They have a bar next door with snacks but surrounded by restaurants and shops on Main Street
Kerrie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was beautiful with a great view of the marina. The jacuzzi tub was perfect after a long day of exploring the gorgeous coastlines and beaches. The location of the hotel made it very convenient to walk around to different shops and restaurants in the town. The staff were all very pleasant and friendly. We'd come back here in a heartbeat.
Laura, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

A Base from which to Explore

Great hotel for visiting La Maddelena, convenient for the shops and restaurants, its not the most modern of hotels, but the location makes up for it. There is no pool or beach front, nor is there anyway to sunbathe, its a hotel to explore from, just by the port.
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here for 2 nights while on our honeymoon. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The room was very spacious and comfortable. The hotel is located right in the port with lots of restaurants, bars, and shopping within walking distance. Good value for money for the area.
View from our room
Sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was clean and staff very accommodating. One premium room the AC was only a fan, so room was too hot. The breakfast was nice. The marina area lively with lots of restaurant choices.
Dale, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Terrible AC, Good location and staff.

Great Hotel, terrible AC.
Al, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay here. Beautiful property, elegant, tasteful, nice staff. Generous, lovely rooms, crisp gorgeous sheets and the most comfortable bed and pillows. Bathroom nicely done with soft towels. Lots of hot water, fairly roomy shower. French doors open to the garden and the nice little town. Church bells ringing. Very generous buffet breakfast with courteous, smiling staff. Great late lunch in the town. Took the La Maddalena Archipelago all day boat trip, a 3 minute walk from the hotel. Parking was easy, as well.
Sheila, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was nothing special, and Tv was a little small. Needs better beds instead of two twins pushed together. Overall, it gets the job done if you are staying in town to go see Maddalena, it is right next to the harbor about 2 minute walk.
Richard, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Parking was not the best. I had to run out and feed the meter. The market was noisy as were the neighbours. Hotel staff were excellent, especially Marco. Breakfast was basic and the room it was served in was not the best, but the breakfast staff were very nice. The shared balcony was not great for privacy reasons. The advertised water view was quite an exaggeration.

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property- Terrible AC

Hotel is central location to the port and town. Nice breakfast and spacious modern rooms and baths. AC was a problem. In the room it would take several hours to get comfortable (22-23) however AC was on a timer and would turn off after 90 minutes, so if you left the room or were sleeping would wake up in hot sweat. Breakfast room AC did not work either.
Alfred, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Location of the property is perfect for catching the Ferry early the next morning to go to the Maddalena islands . The hotel location is ideal for shopping and for the nightlife. Every night an outdoor market sets up in front of the hotel from 8 pm until 1 am . Its nice as you can walk around in front of your own hotel and its nice and lively at night. There is a huge parking lot to park your car in front of the hotel . The white lines parking is free and the blue lines you pay for parking . At night from 8 pm to 8 am the blue lines parking is free for overnight. Hotel staff is very helpful and polite and lent me an adapter for my blowdryer . Staff was helpful in suggestions for dinner etc. and were super friendly and very nice. Definitely recommend staying here . Location is perfect .
Pia, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Not a 4 star

This hotel is perfectly located near the port and a huge parking lot in front. I suggest you park in the lot (blue spots) as it is cheaper than the hotel (and the hotel doesn’t have space anyway). The hotel itself is a little outdated but comfortable. Rooms are large and AC works perfectly. I would certainly NOT consider this a 4 star hotel! Your room (unless you book a suite) does jot even come with a complementary water, not cups not a coffee machine. Breakfast was on but also very limited (warm there is bacon and scrambled eggs - that’s it for protein). You will find a little bit of fruit (melon annd apples cut up) annd veggies (tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots) and the rest is carbs. In front of the hotel is a nightly market which is super cute. All restaurants and bars are an easy walk. The personell working at the hotel are all very friendly and professional, absolutely nothing but compliments to them all. Thank you 🙏
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Cute hotel, nice staff, poor amenities

This is one of the nicest places in Palau and in a great location. Staff was friendly and the room clean and well maintained. Location offers easy parking and access to the town and port. That being said, the rooms are generally poorly appointed and I would not consider this a 4-star hotel. The amenities are not up to par. There was only a sheet on the bed and we had to dig out a comforter and additional pillows from a bag in the closet to bolster the thin ones on the bed. However, most disappointing was the absence of any type of kettle and tea/coffee station in the room. When I inquired I was told the « standard » rooms don’t come equipped with this though all other rooms do. While the description of the standard room does not include a coffee corner, lots of the general photos show this in the rooms and only a very astute reader would notice this possible discrepancy between room classes. It is also very odd for a hotel to limit this type of amenity in the room. In addition, the internet was slow and weak. While working in the room, the signal dropped multiple times. It may be ok for casual internet browsing but not much else. In short, while this may be one of the best options in town, I’m not sure it’s the best value.
Danica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Joshua, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Harald, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Uliana, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location just a little old

Location is excellent but there is a large parking lot between the hotel and the marina so views are not the best. The hotel is very old (it’s in the name) but once you open the doors and windows it freshens up pretty quickly.
Mary-Beth, 3-night trip