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 February
Estimated hotel price
£56
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alghero in February
Estimated hotel price
£56
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 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Alghero from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 7h.

Train

The train station in Alghero is called Alghero, and is located 1.1 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Alghero is to pick up a car hire from Olbia, which is about 67 miles from Alghero. You’ll find branches of Italy Car Rent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Olbia.

Plane

When flying to Alghero, you’ll arrive at Alghero-Fertilia (AHO), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Alghero from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 7h.

Train

The train station in Alghero is called Alghero, and is located 1.1 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Alghero is to pick up a car hire from Olbia, which is about 67 miles from Alghero. You’ll find branches of Italy Car Rent and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Olbia.

Airports near Alghero

OLBOlbia Costa Smeralda
CAGCagliari Elmas
AHOAlghero-Fertilia

Airlines serving Alghero

KLM
Good (1,423 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,539 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,797 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,036 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,422 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,498 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,481 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,589 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,363 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (370 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,091 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,207 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,886 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,848 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (209 reviews)
airBaltic
Good (182 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 £91 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £88 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Alghero

Most booked hotels in Alghero

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El Faro Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£2,136+
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B&B Casa Vacanze La Mimosa Alghero
1 star
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£203+
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Hotel Corte Rosada Affiliated by Melia
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£110+
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Hotel La Margherita & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£49+
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Hotel Oasis
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Smy Carlos V Wellness & Spa Alghero
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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Hiring a car in Alghero

Hiring a car in Alghero costs £53 per day, on average, or £264 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 69% more expensive than at Alghero-Fertilia.

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.26 and £24.35. 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, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Alghero costs £53 per day, on average, or £264 if you want to hire it for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 69% more expensive than at Alghero-Fertilia.

Expect to pay £1.53 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 £18.26 and £24.35. 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, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Alghero

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