Glamping in Sardinia: Beaches, Coves and Where to Stay in 2026

Destinations — Italy

Sardinia is, together with Tuscany, one of the most searched Italian regions for glamping, thanks to some of the Mediterranean's best beaches and an inland landscape of maquis scrub, pink granite and mountains that drop straight into the sea. The offer is more seasonal than elsewhere in Italy — many sites open only from May to October — but the variety of landscapes means you can choose between upscale glamping and simpler, more nature-focused stays. Here are the three areas worth looking at.

Costa Smeralda and Gallura: upscale glamping among granite and pines

Between Olbia, Porto Cervo and Palau, Gallura is where Sardinian glamping reaches its highest level, often inside resorts with pools, spas and hotel-grade service. The tents — usually design domes or safari tents — sit in pine woods facing white-sand coves and turquoise water. This is the right choice for an exclusive stay with a higher budget than the rest of the island, while still keeping the sea a short walk away.

Costa Verde and the South-West: dunes, wild nature and lower prices

Around Arbus, Piscinas and the Iglesiente area, the landscape changes completely: sand dunes up to 60 metres high, former mines turned into nature trails, and beaches far less crowded than northern Sardinia. Glamping here is a younger offer, with equipped tents and small, often family-run sites set among the maquis. It suits travellers after authentic nature, lower prices, and fewer summer crowds than the island's more touristy areas.

Ogliastra: mountains meeting the sea

On the east coast, around Baunei, Santa Maria Navarrese and Cala Gonone, Ogliastra combines limestone mountains, the Supramonte massif and some of Italy's most photographed beaches, such as Cala Goloritzé and Cala Mariolu — many reachable only by boat or on foot. Glamping here is concentrated mostly inland, with tents and lodges designed for travellers who want to combine sea, hiking and climbing in a still lightly developed setting.

How much does glamping in Sardinia cost?

In short: equipped tents and bell tents in the less touristy areas start from €100-140 a night in low season, rising to €160-220 in August. Upscale resorts in Costa Smeralda and Gallura range from €250 to over €500 a night, often with a 3-7 night minimum stay in peak season. Booking well ahead — especially for July and August — remains the best way to get both choice and better rates.

When to go

May, June and September offer the best balance of mild weather, swimmable sea and lower prices than the height of summer. July and August remain peak months, with rates up 40-50% and booking recommended months in advance, especially in Gallura. Many sites in Costa Verde and Ogliastra close from October to April, so it's worth checking opening dates before planning the trip.

Sardinia works well both for travellers after a postcard-perfect exclusive stay and for those who prefer a wilder, less crowded experience — for more Italian regions, see our guide to the best areas for glamping in Tuscany and our roundup of the best glamping destinations in Europe.