Why guide?
The W is bringing a little bit of high-end pizzazz and get together to the already very elegant province of Sassari, the second-largest metropolis in Sardinia. Roll with the attractive individuals, from the indulgent breakfast with stellar views to high quality nighttime tunes round a picturesque pool.
Set the scene
Could this be what Sassari has been lacking? Adding a youthful sizzle and Balearic beat to an space already well-known for its luxurious providing might be the injection of life that the province wants.
The aesthetic is high-end from the second you stroll into the spacious, quirky, and colourful foyer festooned with native artwork. A considerate method to the design—impressed by the island’s wealthy Mediterranean, Moorish, and Greek heritage—creates areas that give genuine island vibes while including a up to date edge, providing a recent tackle Sardinian luxurious from the second you enter.
I used to be there on the finish of the soft-launch season, so the resort was winding down—as was the locale—however nonetheless, there was a relentless move of company. Imagine nonchalant, lovely individuals sporting Orlebar Brown and Heidi Klein, Persol shades perched on their heads, peacocking across the pool space to the daytime thrum of Café Del Mar–esque chill.
The backstory
Tucked into the resort village of Poltu Quatu (that means Hidden Port), the W Sardinia is moments away from the craggy cliffs, sandy seashores, and turquoise waters…la dolce vita in your doorstep. With the aforementioned soft-opening in summer time 2025, round 80% of the property was open on the time of my go to. The W Suites, Away Spa, and W Beach Club will stay closed till the total launch in April 2026.
This is the W’s third Italian property, with different outposts in Rome and Florence. Originally recognized for being a “party” resort model, it has pivoted to tailor to a extra refined, luxurious, cultural, and discerning demographic since its acquisition by Marriott, however nonetheless with a celebration in its coronary heart. Today, W Sardinia immerses patrons in coloration, tradition, and trendy informality.
The rooms
Split into two sections, the accessible “2000″ block and the labyrinthine “4000″ block (the stepped corridors reminded me of Escher’s Relativity), the property offers sophisticated Balearic accommodations with a Sardinian twist—think whitewashed walls and cedar joinery, with interior touches that reflect the island through sea blues, local arts and crafts, and warm tones.
Guestrooms range from cozy single rooms with no balcony and a garden view to the W Suites. In the Deluxe Suite, the sofa area is a great chill-out space, divided from the closet and high-spec bathroom areas by a sleek bar and coffee counter, with a minibar, mixers, and tea and espresso making facilities. A touch more personality wouldn’t go amiss in the soft furnishings, but this is a minor kink which may be ironed out before the hard launch.
The bed is huge and comfortable, and your music needs are met by an excellent Marshall Bluetooth speaker, which can fill the entire space with sound if needed. The turn-down service included some truly delicious chocolates made by the resident pastry chef, which felt very considered and special.
Food and drink
Showcasing “the best of Mediterranean cuisine with a contemporary twist,” Tanit stakes its popularity on seafood and fortunately comes up trumps. That, paired with the night views over the picture-perfect bay, made for fairly the eating second. I like to recommend ordering the squid tagliatelle—it each messes along with your thoughts and satisfies your abdomen.
Beyond Tanit, the place a superb breakfast can also be served (the pastries are the star), company can benefit from the pool-adjacent W Lounge, a Soho House–esque house designed for socializing and informal gatherings. The poolside moist deck supplies the point of interest for the resort—the daytime music progresses to extra of a starring function because the evening encroaches, and I used to be very pleasantly shocked by the fries on the poolside menu, which have been served with a lime zest. With that mentioned, the pool and room service menus might have been a bit extra in depth and a contact extra native.
The spa
The Away Spa opens in 2026, however the glorious fitness center has all the newest Technogym tools. It doesn’t really feel like an afterthought, like so many others.
The neighborhood/space
Poltu Quatu may be very a lot a resort city, and once more was winding down once I visited, however it’s actually a minute away from the resort and provides eateries, present retailers, bars, and mountaineering. Its English that means, “Hidden Port,” is correct—a cove so slender that it isn’t seen from the open sea.
There is a Land Rover Defender Experience Arena close by should you want to check your 4×4 abilities, however past that, you have to a rental automotive to discover the island additional—taxis are available, however extraordinarily expensive.
The service
Informal, youthful, and educated—however it’s the playful uniforms that first strike you. I used to be notably taken with the Roger Moore–type blue safari jackets the male reception employees wore, and I want I requested for one. You are handled as a buddy right here, and nothing appears to be an excessive amount of bother, from bar employees who know their wines and cocktails to the concierge who can organize a day journey or a luxurious automotive to the airport.
Accessibility
The 4000 block has accessible rooms and services, and there’s a ramp as much as a separate pool space.
Anything left to say?
The grand bridge over the pool main from the 2000 block into the communal space looks like a catwalk, so gown to impress. Numerous the employees right here additionally work in Rome within the off-season, so they bring about their big-city type, swagger, and know-how to this small island.