La Vecchia Fonte

4.0 star property

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Serves breakfast, brunch and happy hour
Property entrance
Point of interest
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with a view.
Serves breakfast, brunch and happy hour

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$511
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

Explore the area

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Via Fonte Vecchia, 48, Porto Turistico, Palau, SS, 07020
  • Place, Palau Tourism Office
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Palau Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palau vecchio
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Olbia (OLB-Costa Smeralda)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub, Harbour View

  • Harbour view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Royal Suite, Jetted Tub, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Junior Suite, Harbour View, Sea Facing

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Harbour view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Presidential Suite (Wellness)

  • Sea view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Palau

A luxury stay in the heart of Palau awaits you at La Vecchia Fonte. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Isolotto Beach and La Sciumara Beach. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include free daily breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Palau hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Monte Altura Fortress and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Bear's Rock.

What's nearby

  • Palau Tourism Office - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palau Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Isolotto Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palau vecchio - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Sciumara Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Rudalza Station - 38 min drive
  • Olbia (OLB-Costa Smeralda) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lo Spizzico - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Vecchia Stazione - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Il Grillo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pasta & Vino Trattoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Villanova Café - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Vecchia Fonte

Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury La Vecchia Fonte. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Mediterranean Palau hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 2005
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
La Vecchia Fonte offers 36 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Palau hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 19 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the waterfront

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: 50 per cent of room rate

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 October and 27 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 30 April, EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 May to 31 October, EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 105 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 19 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: 50 per cent of room rate (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number IT090054A1000F1993

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Vecchia Fonte
Vecchia Fonte Hotel
Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau
Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau, Sardinia
La Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel
La Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Vecchia Fonte?

La Vecchia Fonte offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at La Vecchia Fonte?

As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Vecchia Fonte on 9 July 2026 start from AU$511, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at La Vecchia Fonte?

Yep, La Vecchia Fonte has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for EUR 19 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to La Vecchia Fonte?

Yep, La Vecchia Fonte is a short 6-minute walk from Palau vecchio.

What makes La Vecchia Fonte a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as massage services available in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at La Vecchia Fonte.

Does La Vecchia Fonte serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Vecchia Fonte?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Vecchia Fonte?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and brunch.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Vecchia Fonte?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

La Vecchia Fonte Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 339 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay beautiful trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very warm welcome. Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlos A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property id in front of the Marina for easy boat rental. Staff very friendly and eager to help.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully decorated hotel with excellent staff. Nice breakfast served well. Great location for all things to do in Palau. Would go there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was so perfect for us after a boat trip and a wonderful evening!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality hotel staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we absolutely loved the stay at this hotel. it was roomy, cosy and very relaxing. we would defikitely come back. there were markets, entwetainment in the streets and lovely beaches. the staff was very friendly and warm hearted. we can only recommend this hotel for duture guests!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARCELO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay of 4 nights was excellent, room with a private patio amazing place to sit and relax after busy day at beach or at night to enjoy a drink or cigarette. Breakfast and service was very good too. Location steps to the port where you can take the ferry to La Madalena , at night market across the hotel and a variety of restautants.Parking free from 8:00PM to 8:00 AM, we didnt use the parking from hotel. Awesome stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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4/10 Poor

richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Parking was a nightmare.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay for a few days exploring the area. We had an outstanding room and amenities with a great view. The staff were all amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Took the suite and it had a good balcony with a Jacuzzi. The location is good and the quality of the room is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Eimund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place with good location in the center of Palau. Super place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Palau is lovely

Well located hotel in Palau. Staff are extremely helpful with excursions and restaurant recommendations. Parking garage is very convenient as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with a nice view, Hotelstaff were really nice. Make sure you have a room with a balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roxana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and spacious, not beachfront, easy parking, slightly overpriced. Location is ideal for walking around and getting to the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel!

Friendly staff helped me when my flight was cancelled
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Secure parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Mary-Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location just a little old

Location is excellent but there is a large parking lot between the hotel and the marina so views are not the best. The hotel is very old (it’s in the name) but once you open the doors and windows it freshens up pretty quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In our nine day, this hotel was a stand out as the worst
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed here for 2 nights while on our honeymoon. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. The room was very spacious and comfortable. The hotel is located right in the port with lots of restaurants, bars, and shopping within walking distance. Good value for money for the area.
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful with a great view of the marina. The jacuzzi tub was perfect after a long day of exploring the gorgeous coastlines and beaches. The location of the hotel made it very convenient to walk around to different shops and restaurants in the town. The staff were all very pleasant and friendly. We'd come back here in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A Base from which to Explore

Great hotel for visiting La Maddelena, convenient for the shops and restaurants, its not the most modern of hotels, but the location makes up for it. There is no pool or beach front, nor is there anyway to sunbathe, its a hotel to explore from, just by the port.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and staff very accommodating. One premium room the AC was only a fan, so room was too hot. The breakfast was nice. The marina area lively with lots of restaurant choices.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023