Sardinia is honest craft, open horizons, and time slowed to its truest rhythm.
7 of the Best Airbnbs in Sardinia – A Curated Edit by The Revel Stay
Sardinia is down to earth, its beauty grounded in stone, sea, and silence. The island moves at its own pace, shaped by wind and time, where everything feels honest and unhurried. Olive trees twist toward the sun, limestone cliffs fall into turquoise water, and meals are made from what the land gives. Life unfolds slowly here, in rhythm with the landscape. Our edit of the best Airbnbs in Sardinia reflects that same quiet ease, design rooted in craft, spaces open to light and sea air, and a simplicity that feels effortless and true.
01. Palas
Is Molas, Sardinia
8 guests // 5 bedrooms // 5 beds // 5.5 bathrooms
Why this stay stands out
Set within the sculptural landscape of Is Molas, Palas feels more like a work of art than a home. Designed by Fuksas Design, the villa curves and flows with the terrain, its terracotta walls echoing the color of Sardinia’s earth. Light pours through open courtyards and glides across glossy tile, tracing the shapes of rooms that balance warmth and precision. From the rooftop deck, the view stretches to the sea, while the mountains rise close enough to feel their quiet strength. It’s one of the best Airbnbs in Sardinia for travelers drawn to form, texture, and elemental calm.
Life inside this home
The villa unfolds around a sunlit courtyard, where air moves easily between stone and sky. Mornings linger over long breakfasts by the pool, afternoons stretch into shaded reading or slow swims under blue light. Evenings call for dinner beneath the pergola or a glass of Vermentino on the terrace, where the horizon turns rose-gold against the hills. The atmosphere is still yet alive, with the kind of silence that holds presence rather than emptiness – an invitation to rest, reflect, and reconnect.
Sculptural beauty, Sardinian stillness
02. Sispantu Sa ‘ oghe’e su ‘entu Cottage
Olbia, Sardinia
6 guests // 3 bedrooms // 4 beds // 2 bathrooms
Why this stay stands out
Handcrafted and quietly dramatic, Sispantu sits on granite and rosemary above the Gallura hills, with three terraces that track sea light and mountain shadow. Olive wood joinery, woven textures, and a wide open kitchen set an honest design tone, while two pools carved between rocks, one a heated whirlpool, fold the landscape into daily life. Hidden yet close to Arzachena and the Emerald Coast, it is among the best Airbnbs in Sardinia for travelers who want nature, craft, and clear horizon lines.
Life inside this home
Mornings drift over jasmine and thyme as you move between terraces, book in hand, bare feet on cool tile. The kitchen invites slow cooking, the outdoor tables linger under warm air, the shared pools feel secluded by boulders and pine. A dog pads past, cats nap in the shade, and the view holds steady, sea on one side, rolling hills on the other. Evenings settle into soft conversation and skywatching, the kind of quiet that deepens instead of fades.
Stone, scent, and stillness
03. Hermitage of the 7 Brothers
Monte Cresia, Sette Fratelli Park
2 guests // 1 bedroom // 1 bed // 1 bathroom
Why this stay stands out
Straddling two granite peaks in the Sette Fratelli reserve, this off-grid cabin feels carved from the landscape. Olive wood details, stone thresholds, and a shaded garden draw mountain air through quiet spaces. Power comes from photovoltaic storage, so light and time are noticed again. Trails thread past cork oaks and seasonal streams, and at night the valley carries the roar of deer. For travelers seeking stillness, it lives among the best Airbnbs in Sardinia, rare for its deep quiet and elemental design.
Life inside this home
You arrive to birdsong, pine resin on warm rock, and a view that slows your breathing. Breakfast moves outside, then a book under the oaks, then a wander along pale paths that smell of myrtle and thyme. With no signal, conversation lengthens, and the stove glows on cooler evenings when the season allows. The kitchen is simple and generous, the terrace catches first light and the last soft blue. Night brings a sky untouched by towns, and the mountains feel close.
Granite, quiet, clear mind
04. B&B Ferricci – Solanas – Dépendance
Solanas, Sardinia
2 guests // 1 bedroom // 1 bed // 1 bathroom
Why this stay stands out
High on a quiet hill above Solanas, this contemporary dépendance trades noise for horizon. Clean lines, cool tile, and a private terrace frame long views across macchia to the sea. Breakfast is set each morning on the veranda with local fruit and fresh coffee, then beaches and coastal trails are a short drive away. Terraces, nuragic stones, and a cared-for garden set an elemental mood. Design-minded travelers will find it among the best airbnbs in Sardinia, simple, bright, and deeply restful.
Life inside this home
Mornings open to light on the terrace and the scent of rosemary from the garden. Cappuccinos appear with warm pastries, then hours stretch quietly between sun loungers and shaded corners. The kitchenette keeps lunches easy, the room stays cool and uncluttered, and evenings drift in with pink skies over the hills. Stars feel close here, far from town lights, and sleep is unbroken. Bring a small car for steep lanes, curiosity for hidden coves, and an appetite for slow, generous breakfasts.
Simple space, expansive views
05. Auberge Santu Martine: cottage with pool
Galtellì countryside, Sardinia
4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 3 beds // 2 bathrooms
Why this stay stands out
Set on a working vineyard in sight of Monte Albo, this stone-clad cottage pairs rural quiet with thoughtful design. Whitewashed walls, cool tile, and a shaded patio look over rows of Cannonau and Vermentino, while an infinity pool meets the horizon. Interiors stay simple and well equipped, with a full kitchen and twin bathrooms for easy living. For travelers seeking the best airbnbs in Sardinia, the appeal is elemental, light across wide land, stars after dark, and a house that breathes with its setting.
Life inside this home
Breakfast stretches on the terrace as swallows trace the sky and the vineyard warms. Days drift between the pool and slow drives to coves near Orosei, then back to the ranch for quiet walks among olive and oak. Windows are screened so breezes move freely, the kitchen suits market cooking, and nights fall clear enough for constellations. Join the grape harvest in season, watch sheep in the late light, and let time settle to the rhythm of the hills. Rest comes easily here.
Vineyard quiet, mountain horizon
06. The Lemon House
Teulada countryside, Sardinia
2 guests // 1 bedroom // 1 bed // 1 bathroom
Why this stay stands out
A small, beautifully restored cottage set within a citrus grove, The Lemon House keeps its lines simple and its materials honest. Limewashed walls, pale stone underfoot, and an outdoor kitchen framed by lemon and orange trees shape days that feel grounded and unhurried. Evenings carry the scent of blossom, mornings open to soft garden light, and the coast is a short drive away. For design lovers seeking the best airbnbs in Sardinia, this is quiet luxury rooted in place.
Life inside this home
Wake to birdsong and the perfume of citrus. Breakfast stretches on the veranda, then time drifts between shaded loungers and small trips to Teulada’s beaches. The outdoor kitchen is well equipped for simple cooking, the bedroom stays cool and calm, and night falls with clear stars over the orchard. Hosts share thoughtful tips and, on request, a wooden sailboat outing along the gulf adds a saltwater chapter to slow days. It feels private, cared for, and set to an easy rhythm.
Simple beauty among lemons
07. Unique camping experience in nature with a view
Quartu Sant’Elena hills, Sardinia
5 guests // 1 bedroom // 3 beds // 1 bathroom
Why this stay stands out
A sculptural stretch tent on a quiet hill, this glamping hideout frames long views across the Cagliari golf course to the sea. Canvas, timber, and stone set a simple palette, while a private kitchenette and outdoor shower keep things easy. Nights open to a broad sky and a soft breeze moves through the liner. Beaches are a five minute drive, the Sette Fratelli mountains rise behind. For design minded campers seeking the best airbnbs in Sardinia, it feels rare and considered.
Life inside this home
Mornings start slow with coffee at the picnic table and the sound of birds in the scrub. Days drift between swims in the small pool, a lazy lunch at the barbecue, and coastal drives to sandy coves. The tent is spacious and restful, with power for essentials and shade that tempers the midday sun. At night you shower under stars, then fall asleep to crickets and a light wind. Breakfast can be arranged, the hosts share thoughtful tips, and everything feels personal.
Minimal, natural, quietly special
