Palazzo Doglio

"Beautiful, modern hotel, stylish and very comfortable rooms, modern bathroom, friendly staff, twice daily maid service, delicious and bountiful breakfast served either indoors or on the patio. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Cagliari."

"Had high expectations for Palazzo Doglio as part of the Leading Hotels of the World collection, but unfortunately my stay was very disappointing and certainly not up to that standard. Noise – the biggest issue and the lack of relaxing outdoor space such as a pool! The hotel is extremely noisy, making it almost impossible to sleep. • From the hallways, footsteps and conversations carry directly into the rooms. • From above, constant chair dragging starts early in the morning. • From outside, the central courtyard restaurants bring late-night chatting, singing, and music. • Add to this dogs barking in the early hours and garbage collection at 6am, and it meant multiple nights of broken sleep. For a 5-star property, the lack of soundproofing is shocking. Room (210 – Corner Room) • Large in size with two small balconies, but both overlooked the noisy courtyard. • Décor is dark (brown/aubergine walls, sand curtains) and the lighting is harsh rather than relaxing. • Practical issues: • Wardrobe door blocks access to the bathroom. • Shower area had mould and grouting that needs refurbishment. • Only two tiny 330ml bottles of water per day, which is insufficient for both drinking and the coffee machine. • On one night, no turn-down service, no water provided, beach towels left in bathtub, and no body lotion/tissues – unacceptable for this category of hotel. Breakfast (Osteria del Forte) • Sat outside by the fountain but noise was intrusive. • Food quality underwhelming: dry bread, runny scrambled eggs, below-average cold cuts. Spa & Facilities • Extremely small spa area, shared entrance with the gym. • €50 per person entry fee is excessive, especially given the size. • Facilities: one small pool, Turkish bath, sauna, a few loungers. • For a Leading Hotel, the lack of any outdoor pool or relaxation space is a major drawback. This hotel is not suited for guests seeking rest or leisure. Service & Operations • Check-in with Lorenzo was smooth, but overall service inconsistent. • Twice, housekeeping blocked room access for 15 minutes after breakfast, once even instructing me not to use the bathroom as the floor was wet. • Parking is off-site, a short walk away, and €10/day – manageable, but not clearly explained in advance. Overall Impression Palazzo Doglio may look impressive at first glance, but it fails on the fundamentals of a luxury hotel: peace, comfort, and consistent service. The noise, lack of proper spa or relaxation areas, and inconsistent housekeeping make it feel far from the Leading Hotels of the World standard. If you are looking for a relaxing stay with outdoor space and a good night’s sleep, this is not the hotel for you. Will not be recommending this hotel in Cagliari, will definitely be staying elsewhere on the next trip!"

"Beautiful hotel, beautiful architecture, rooms well serviced. The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. Would stay here again."