Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Alghero travel guide

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With a population of 34 261, Alghero is a must-see destination in Sardinia, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Alghero has to offer.

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When to visit Alghero

Alghero in September
Estimated hotel price
£54
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alghero in September
Estimated hotel price
£54
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Alghero in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 104 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Alghero, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.

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How to Get to Alghero

Plane

When flying to Alghero, you’ll arrive at Alghero-Fertilia (AHO), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Alghero from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

The train station in Alghero is called Alghero, and is located 1.7 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Alghero is to pick up a car hire from Olbia, which is about 107 km from Alghero. You’ll find branches of MAGGIORE and Italy Car Rent, among others, in Olbia.

Plane

When flying to Alghero, you’ll arrive at Alghero-Fertilia (AHO), which is located 8 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Alghero from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 30m.

Train

The train station in Alghero is called Alghero, and is located 1.7 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Alghero is to pick up a car hire from Olbia, which is about 107 km from Alghero. You’ll find branches of MAGGIORE and Italy Car Rent, among others, in Olbia.

Airports near Alghero

OLBOlbia Costa Smeralda
CAGCagliari Elmas
AHOAlghero-Fertilia

Airlines serving Alghero

KLM
Good (1,428 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,634 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,585 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,815 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,686 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,050 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,507 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,477 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,107 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,892 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,222 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,851 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (210 reviews)
airBaltic
Good (183 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alghero

From 5-star hotels such as the Smy Carlos V Wellness & Spa Alghero to great affordable options like the Panorama Guest House, Alghero offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £89 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £85 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Alghero

Most booked hotels in Alghero

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Hotel Catalunya
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Alma di Alghero Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£44+
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Hotel La Margherita & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Smy Carlos V Wellness & Spa Alghero
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Hotel Riviera
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£34+
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Hotel Soleado
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£152+
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Hiring a car in Alghero

Expect to pay £1.50 per litre in Alghero (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.91 and £23.88. The most frequently booked car type in Alghero is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.50 per litre in Alghero (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.91 and £23.88. The most frequently booked car type in Alghero is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Volkswagen up! or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Alghero

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