Hotel Rina

"We stayed for 2 weeks at the Rina on a half board basis and we have had a wonderful holiday. The hotel is very clean, airy, and our room was very nicely furnished with a nice little balcony and a sea view and a view of the medieval city of Alghero. We were on the fourth floor. The staff on reception were all very friendly and helpful and made us feel very comfortable. All the staff were friendly. We enjoyed the buffet breakfast and the evening meals. The meals were Italian style with an antipasti buffet then a primo and a secondo then a choice of desserts. We had lots of variety and lots of nice food, with an occasional dish which we did not like, but we had a lot more good meals than bad ones. Andrea the restaurant manager was very welcoming, kind and thoughtful and made our stay extra special. I am missing the cappuccino coffees which he brought over to us every morning at breakfast. The hotel is in a great location, we loved the walks on the promenade to the old town. You have the best of both worlds, a beach holiday and a beautiful city all very nearby. It is also near to bus stops and the railway station where you can take the train to Sassari which has lots of interesting museums and medieval buildings. If we return to Alghero we will definitely stay at the Rina Hotel and I would have no hesitation in recommending it."

"We had a great 2-week holiday. On arrival, we were told we’d been upgraded to a “balcony” room, but most rooms have them so it wasn’t a big change. Rooms are small with very limited shower space, but clean and tidied daily. Breakfast is continental and, if arriving late (30-45 minutes before end) food isn’t restocked. The pool area is spotless, with a lifeguard from 9–12:30 and 3–7, though his loud phone volume was a bit disruptive. Lunch (advertised 12:30–13:45) was overpriced and stopped early at 13:15. The “specials” never changed always being gnocchi or chicken skewers with potatoes. Staff, especially reception, were very helpful, and the location is excellent, supermarket, restaurant, and gelato nearby. Maria Pia beach (15 min walk) is nicer than the local one. The beach bus is good but can be late or full however they send a second one moments after it. The airport bus left us waiting 40 minutes, so go early. Overall, I’d recommend this hotel despite a few small drawbacks."

"Good location, friendly staff, average breakfast. However, so many things could have made my stay more enjoyable. Missing at this hotel: 1. Gym 2. Coffee and/or tea making equipment in the room 3. Iron and board (not available at the hotel) 4. Bathrobes 5. Towels at the pool If I ever return to Alghero, I will certainly explore other options."