We´ve just spent 7 days in Cagliari at the Holiday Inn and were quite satisfied by our trip. First of all, what people have said in past reviews is absolutely true, taxis are either REALLY expensive on this island, or they rip you off. They changed us 15 euros from the airport to the hotel (5 min ride) and when we asked the driver if we had heard right this high price he showed us a sign in his car reading it was the cost of all airport transfers. The green façade of the hotel doesn´t look that great but once you enter you will get a different feel. The staff was very nice and helpful. As the hotel is in an industrial zone with nothing to do around, we asked one of the restaurant employees where the nearest supermarket was and she drew us a well explained map which was much appreciated. The supermarket turned out to be 15 minutes away by foot, and as previously mentionned in other comments, we did see NEEDLES on the small streets going to it... I can´t imagine walking on those streets alone at night as nothing is around. Breakfast we found very good, hams, omelettes, ricotta cheese, large choice of cereals, cakes, fruits, fresh croissants, nespresso-type machines, lots of teas... Until 10 o´clock which forced us to get up every morning. We tried the restaurant at lunch and at dinner, which was quite good. I would advice the melon and ham, they are very generous on the ham and it is good quality. The pasta are OK, seem like they´re bought from the supermarket... They change a few meals of the day everyday, but they stay VERY similar. The atmosphere was good and quiet. In the main hall and bar area, there was always good music playing. The rooms with their dark parquet are very nice, bathroom medium size with nice bathtub. Nice big "Luxe" shower gel included in the bathroom. The pool closes at 7 pm which is a bit early and is mostly in the shade during the afternoon. My boyfriend and I had rented a scooter because obviously if you don´t have a rental car, don´t even think about staying at this hotel. It is very modern, clean and warm, if you don´t mind being far from the centre and the beach. It is right by the motorway but with the windows closed you do not hear it what so ever. Very quiet hotel.
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