Porto Rotondo

Perched on the coastline of Sardinia’s famous Costa Smeralda, Porto Rotondo is an exclusive resort village. With origins dating back to 1964, the village was designed to serve as a meeting place for artists and intellectuals, which it continues to do to this day. Welcoming locals and the international jet set, Porto Rotondo serves as a calmer, more intimate and cultural counterpart to its busy neighbouring resort village, Porto Cervo. Highly prized by experienced charterers, its protected crescent bay, clear waters and well-appointed marina make it a very desirable charter destination. At the heart of the village lies the Piazzetta San Marco, an open-air square surrounded by designer boutiques, high-end restaurants and stylish bars, the perfect place for an aperitivo and people watching. The Church of San Lorenzo is also a must-see, as well as the fishermen’s square, the Piazzetta Vecchia Darsena. Cruising along the coast, guests can enjoy the view of the exclusive Punta Volpe, a peninsula that is home to sprawling villas and manicured gardens, while onshore the pine-surrounded beaches of Spiaggia Ira and Spiaggia Marinella offer plenty of spots for swimming and watersports. A short cruise away lies the celebrated bay of Cala di Volpe, which features the legendary hotel of the same name, a favourite among royalty and celebrities. Located at the gateway to the Costa Smeralda and the La Maddalena archipelago, Porto Rotondo is a good starting point for a longer charter along Sardinia’s coastline.