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La Vecchia Fonte

4.0 star property

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Property amenity
Free daily full breakfast
Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View
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Wellness Presidential Suite

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Fonte Vecchia, 48, Porto Turistico, Palau, SS, 7020
  • Place, Palau Tourism Office
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Palau Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palau vecchio
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Olbia (OLB-Costa Smeralda)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Harbour View

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View, Oceanfront

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Wellness Presidential Suite

Wellness Presidential Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Palau

With a stay at La Vecchia Fonte, you'll be centrally located in Palau, within a 10-minute walk of Palau Ethnographic Museum and Isolotto Beach. .This luxury hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from La Sciumara Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Monte Altura Fortress.

What's nearby

  • Palau Tourism Office - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palau Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palau vecchio - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Sciumara Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Salty Wind - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Rudalza Station - 38 min drive
  • Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Vecchia Stazione - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Il Molo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Villanova Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Grillo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Isule Surelle - ‬1 min walk

About this property

La Vecchia Fonte

Mediterranean hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
La Vecchia Fonte offers 36 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 36 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This Mediterranean hotel also features babysitting (surcharge) and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Stop by the hotel's bar/lounge, Café & Wine Bar, for lunch. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Café & Wine Bar - This cocktail bar serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 19 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Café & Wine Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the waterfront

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 24 and April 27.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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 - 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 - 31 October, EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 95 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 19 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT090054A1000F1993

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

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

Property is 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

La Vecchia Fonte Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 336 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tricia

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we absolutely loved the stay at this hotel. it was roomy, cosy and very relaxing. we would defikitely come back. there were markets, entwetainment in the streets and lovely beaches. the staff was very friendly and warm hearted. we can only recommend this hotel for duture guests!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARCELO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay of 4 nights was excellent, room with a private patio amazing place to sit and relax after busy day at beach or at night to enjoy a drink or cigarette. Breakfast and service was very good too. Location steps to the port where you can take the ferry to La Madalena , at night market across the hotel and a variety of restautants.Parking free from 8:00PM to 8:00 AM, we didnt use the parking from hotel. Awesome stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Surely it’s not a 4* hotel: - The breakfast is very mediocre, and all plates are the size of cup plates, apparently to prevent guests from having ‘more’ food than they expect them to have - There are no sockets next to bed, only old USB-A ports which nowadays no one is using - The are no water glasses in the room. So we had to purchase the plastic cups from the supermarket nearby - TV didn’t work (didn’t turn on) - No noise cancellation, every time someone is passing by or slams the door or walking in the room upstairs you can hear it loud and clear The hotel is quite clean however, and location is quite close to restaurants and bars in Palau. However it comes at costs of extra noise in case there is some performance nearby (until 12-1am) There is also a separate underground parking, which is useful given that public parking next to the hotel is very busy. It costs 19€ per day though, and if you want to keep a car for another few hours after checkout they would charge you a full extra day
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property id in front of the Marina for easy boat rental. Staff very friendly and eager to help.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Uliana

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In our nine day, this hotel was a stand out as the worst
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emma Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean with friendly staff. Just a couple of things I would point out are no kettle in the room and the air con wasnt very powerful. To counteract my friends kettle situation the hotel gave her free hotwater everyday as she bought her own teabags. The free breakfast was good with plenty of variety
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary-Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
+
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully decorated hotel with excellent staff. Nice breakfast served well. Great location for all things to do in Palau. Would go there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfetto!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality hotel staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Took the suite and it had a good balcony with a Jacuzzi. The location is good and the quality of the room is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay for a few days exploring the area. We had an outstanding room and amenities with a great view. The staff were all amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roxana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and spacious, not beachfront, easy parking, slightly overpriced. Location is ideal for walking around and getting to the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was so perfect for us after a boat trip and a wonderful evening!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in staff Marco was very nice and friendly. He showed us the room and explained everything. The room was clean and tidy. Their continental breakfast was good. Good location, the hotel is surrounded by many restaurants. For the ferry to La Maddelena, the port is only few mins walk away. There is a night market right outside the hotel every night. Will come back for sure if we need to stay in Palau again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024