Il Mirto

Il Mirto is a bed and breakfast sitting on the northeastern coast of Sardinia, positioned near the waters around Olbia at coordinates that place it close to the island's wilder interior as well as its coastline. With a guest rating of 9.2 across 88 reviews, it has clearly built a consistent reputation among travelers who seek something more personal than a hotel stay — the kind of place where the host relationship and the setting do most of the work.

The property leans into the outdoor life that defines this part of Italy. A terrace, garden, balcony, and patio give guests multiple ways to sit outside depending on the time of day and the light, while the surrounding area supports hiking, cycling, snorkeling, diving, and canoeing — activities that draw a particular kind of traveler who wants a base rather than a resort. Rooms come with private bathrooms, a minibar, and a tea and coffee maker, and breakfast can be brought directly to the room, which suits an early riser planning a full day on the water or trails.

For guests arriving by air into Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport, the airport shuttle and pickup service remove the usual stress of reaching a smaller property without a car, and on-site parking means those who do drive have nothing to arrange on arrival. Rooms are available from 15:00, and checking out by 10:00 leaves a full morning to take a last walk in the garden or linger over coffee before the journey home.