Why do they love a small resort in the south-east of Sardinia? Find out about your vacation in Villasimius from the reviews of tourists: where are the best beaches, in which hotel to stay, when to go and what to see.
Resort impressions
The place in the south-east of Sardinia is famous for its good beaches, turquoise sea and a wonderful atmosphere of relaxation. There are few historical sights in Villasimius, so some tourists get bored here.
During the day, the resort lives in a relaxed rhythm, and in the evening it transforms. Villasimius is the renowned center of Sardinia's nightlife. According to tourists, couples and parents with children stay in the vicinity of the village, where the noise of discos and bars is not heard.
Natalia Polyanskaya: "The town is very nice, although it is not crowded with sights. Remains of medieval fortresses are located outside Villasimius. It has a certain charm. White houses, tiled roofs, a mixture of modernity and history, a cute square."
Best hotels
The village is not large, so don't count on a large selection of hotels! The best hotels in the resort are located 1-5 km from the center, surrounded by nature. Rest there is comfortable, but you have to get to cafes and other delights of city life on foot, by bike or by taxi. Look for hotels in Villasimius on Hotelluk.
The best hotels in Villasimius, according to tourists' reviews:
Hotel I Graniti 3 * is a comfortable hotel for everyone who wants to stay in the center of Villasimius. Double room with breakfast in high season costs from 100 €.
Janas Hotel 3 * is a cozy hotel 2 km from the beaches. A double room will cost from 150 €.
Hotel Simius Playa 4 * is a comfortable hotel with a private beach 1 km from the village. Double room costs from 365 €.
Cruccùris Resort 4 * is an excellent hotel with a landscaped garden 4 km from Villasimius. For a double room you will pay from 235 €.
Hotel Cala Caterina 4 * is a good hotel with an outdoor pool, 4.2 km from the center of the resort. Double room with breakfast costs from 351 €.
Pullman Timi Ama Sardegna 5 * is a luxury hotel in the protected marine park of Capo Carbonara. A double room with breakfast and dinner costs 335 €.
Villasimius beaches
Sardinia is a great beach destination! The Villasimius coastal zone has been a marine reserve for more than 20 years. Beautiful sandy and rocky beaches are washed by the Mediterranean and Tyrrhenian seas.
According to tourists, Villasimius has especially good beaches on the Cape of Capo Carbonara. They are covered with fine quartz sand, and in the water you can see fish and sea urchins.
All holidaymakers celebrate the cleanest beach of Simius. It is sheltered from cold currents, so the water is warmer here than on other beaches in Villasimius. Nearby is Lake Notteri, home to graceful pink flamingos.
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Tatiana P: "Simius Beach is the No. 1 beach in the south of Sardinia. The purest water, white clean sand. The sea is calm. Paradise."
What to see
The busiest part of the resort is the harbor. From here, tourists go on boat trips along the coast of Sardinia, on excursions and fishing on the high seas. A Roman necropolis, cultural monuments of the Phoenicians and medieval fortifications have been preserved in the vicinity of the resort.
During your stay in Villasimius, we advise you to go to the archaeological museum in the Old Fortress. See the San Luigi Tower on Serpentara Island, the Cavoli Island Lighthouse and Junco Port Tower! Fans of abandoned industries will be interested in the Cava Usai mining quarry.
Nick Z: "The Giunco Tower is a gorgeous observation deck with unforgettable views. We went on foot with the children. It took a little more than two hours from the hotel, including photographing and swimming. Be sure to go."
Vacation with children
According to tourists, Villasimius is one of the best resorts in Sardinia for families with children. Parents celebrate the calm clear sea, magnificent beaches, beautiful dunes and parks. At the local equestrian club, little ones enjoy pony rides, while older children can get horse riding lessons.
Rent bicycles and arrange a walk to a shallow salt lake, take the whole family on a boat trip to the islands! If you do not want to suffer from the noise of youth parties, discos and clubs, choose a hotel on the outskirts of the resort.
Maria: "Since we were going to have a rest with a two-year-old child, a good beach was important. I liked the place in the Villasimius area. The beach there is really good, with fine, white sand, a smooth entrance to the sea. In August, the sea was warmed up to + 25 ° C, go out I didn't feel like getting out of the water at all.
When is the best time to go
The warm Mediterranean climate allows you to relax at the resort all year round. The beach season lasts from May to the end of October. In May in Villasimius the average daytime temperature is + 22 ° C, but the sea water is only warmed up to + 18 ° C. At the beginning of June, swimming is also cool, and at the end of the month the water is already warm + 22 ° C.
The peak beach season is in July and August. In the summer, most Italians go on vacation, many like to relax in Sardinia.
The velvet season in Villasimius is very good! In September and October, the temperature is + 24 ... + 28 ° C, and the temperature of sea water is + 23 ... + 25 ° C. Only short rains can spoil your beach vacation in autumn.
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Anna: "We were very lucky with the weather, even though we went in October: the forecast was + 25 ° C. The locals said that it had rains all week before, so we arrived well. We sunbathed and were in time for the chestnut festival."
Conclusions: is it worth going to Villasimius
The pearl of Sardinia wins the hearts of tourists with its clean, transparent sea and unhurried pace of life. According to reviews, beach lovers enjoy spending time on the shore and in cafes, and ecotourism and birdwatching fans travel around the resort.
Apart from discos, boat trips and diving, there are no other entertainments in Villasimius, but this does not bother anyone. The island's capital, Cagliari, is just 35 km away. If you get bored with relaxation, you will easily reach "civilization"!
