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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Business
Languages Spoken
French, Russian, German, Italian
LICENSE NUMBER
IT092050A1000F2628
Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Restaurant
Beach
Tennis court
Babysitting
Electric vehicle charging station
Wifi
Paid wifi
Sauna
Hot bath
Adult pool
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Swimup bar
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Poolside bar
Water park
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Facial treatments
Hammam
Massage
Salon
Steam room
Concierge
Butler service
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Room features
Air conditioning
Private beach
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Ocean view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
Location
S.S. 195 - Km 39.600, 09010 Santa Margherita di Pula, Pula, Sardinia Italy
Name/address in local language
Forte Village Resort - Il Castello
4.7 reviews
Getting there
Car recommended
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Forte Village Resort - Il Castello is celebrated by many for its idyllic beachfront location and chic, welcoming atmosphere, enriched by live music and lush greenery. Guests consistently commend the attentive service and spotless cleanliness throughout the property.
Despite some views that the rooms could use an update, they are often described as spacious and well-maintained. The resort's comprehensive amenities contribute to its charm, though some guests feel the high prices do not always translate into value.
Location
Beachfront
Atmosphere
Chic
Rooms
Spacious
Value
Expensive
Cleanliness
Meticulous
Service
Attentive
Amenities
World-class
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Our rooms were located in the main building, in close proximity to the beach. Rooms are spacious with their own outdoor balcony, equipped with everything you need: from a very comfortable bed to excellent care cosmetics (upon our request, complete the room with a laundry dryer and electric kettles). Rooms are cleaned daily and towels are changed twice a day. Minibar is replenished daily or upon request. The beach with a long enough coastline, for enthusiasts to walk on the sand, equipped with comfortable sun loungers with large umbrellas. The sea is clear, you can watch the fish, we managed to see even a small ray and a couple of small flounders. Food. We really liked the main restaurant, from which we didn't want to move anywhere: breakfasts and dinners followed the buffet system with a very varied menu (cheeses, oysters, meat, fish, fruit), all accompanied by a piano!
!!! Many thanks to all the staff of the restaurant for the atmosphere: meeting, attention, humor, unobtrusive work of the waiters, accompaniment of the pianists, invaluable help in choosing local wine, very delicious dishes.
The property can safely be described as chic: wide long paths drown in greenery. For fast travel - the hotel offers buggy or bike rental. A wide variety of trees, palms, flowers give the impression of a huge greenhouse. This is the tallest oleander we've ever seen! The hotel is very convenient for relaxing with children: an aqua park and separately several seawater pools, circus chapito, various entertainment programs. We vacationed without children, but it seemed that, if necessary, the staff was ready to provide an individual “caregiver” for each child. The hotel devotes a lot of attention to sports: excellent modern strength training room, several tennis courts, football field, go-karting, bowling. In the evening, there is a daily entertainment programme for all: Impression from the boutiques in the area, acrobatic rooms, various competitions for children and adults. Very much liked the vocal group: a wide variety program with excellent soloist voices.
Thank you very much to all the hotel staff, our leading manager Miroslava, who made our holiday unforgettable!
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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I recently stayed at the Forte Village Resort, for a total of two days. During my stay I stayed at the 5-star Hotel Il Castello. It was a great experience! Upon arrival, all the staff were, from the first moment, very friendly and helpful, providing all the information necessary to become more familiar with all the facilities and services of the resort. The room assigned to me was on the 3rd floor, with a small terrace overlooking the Castello swimming pool, very beautiful for enjoying the breathtaking colors of the sunset or sunrise. The resort, in addition to being oriented towards maximum guest satisfaction, is also very attentive to protecting the environment. In fact, they recently obtained an internationally recognized certification to reduce their environmental impact. Half board included buffet breakfast and dinner at the Cavalieri restaurant. The latter offers a decent variety of dishes, with gluten free products also for celiacs. If I really had to find an area for improvement, I would propose using adequate protection for the food at the breakfast/dinner buffet at Cavalieri to prevent various insects from settling on it. A warm greeting to all the staff of the Castle and a special thank you for the welcome given to me. See you soon!!
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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Just returned from our wonderful holiday at the forte village resort hotel Castello, from the moment we arrived to the day we sadly had to leave, everything was perfect, they even arranged a surprise birthday cake for my wife on arrival. Although in our half board package we had the option to dine at several restaurants, the food was so good in the main buffet restaurant we decided to eat there each evening, the food was varied, fresh and so imaginative, definitely the best buffet selection we have come across. Everywhere was spotless, and clean , the children had so much to keep them happy we hardly saw them, they did everything from tennis including a lesson from a pro, football, rugby, pool, karting and obviously swimming, they really were in their element, whilst we had romantic walks on the beach, a massage in the spa or relaxed by the pool. But the thing that really stood out was the staff, every single one you came in contact with could not have been more helpful, especially Cesare, he became like our own wine waiter for the week and was a true professional. I could go on but suffice to say we are already planning our return and we never go back to the same place twice but here is something special and we are definitely going back as soon as we can. so glad we have found it.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 3 Nov 2023
Dear G9rud, Thank you for choosing Forte Village - Hotel Il Castello for your holiday. We are pleased to read that everything about your visit was to your satisfaction. Such feedback is indeed an assurance of what guests can expect at our resort. We would like to thank you for sharing your opinion of Forte Village on TripAdvisor and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back. Kind regards, Forte Village Team
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The hotel is a real oasis on the island, a huge well-groomed green area filled with the aromas of flowers. An ideal place for a holiday for a couple or a family with children, for whom the hotel has everything that any child could dream of. Incredibly friendly, helpful staff. Every request was fulfilled. The room at Castello is beyond praise: stylish with a comfortable bed and first-class linen, a large balcony overlooking the sea and garden - simply fantastic. A stone's throw from the hotel, the cleanest sea, a beautiful sandy beach, equipped with everything you need An excellent sports and entertainment program for every most demanding taste. Excellent food: we visited the Dune, Cavalieri, Beachcomber, Sardinian and Brazilian restaurants, and a pizzeria, everywhere it was simply incredibly tasty, we still remember the unforgettable risotto at Beachcomber. And, of course, I definitely recommend visiting SPA AquaForte - after a route of several pools with sea water with varying salt concentrations, you will come out reborn. Many thanks to all the hotel staff, and especially Miroslava, who made our stay unforgettable and wonderful!
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I just recently visited here at the start of their season, to look around this fabulous resort and I stayed at the Il Castello 5* Hotel. Set in a beautiful and relaxed environment, steps away from the pristine soft sandy beach. Elegant reception, lounge / bar area and the staff were excellent and very attentive. I stayed in one of their Executive Mare rooms with views out to the gardens and sea in front with a very spacious balcony. Stylish rooms have every amenity and cleaned daily. The only thing i would say they need, is an engaged sign of some form, because the cleaners are quick to get in! I think a complimentary bottle of water in rooms is a nice touch, which is something I would expect from this calibre of hotel and for the price you pay! The village resort itself has so much to offer, in terms of activities, spa, entertainment etc and wherever you stay, you are not restricted in where you go so you get to experience everything and you can just flag down one of the golf buggies. Supplements apply in certain restaurants depending on where you stay. All restaurants: Le Dune (best ice cream in the world!!) , Hells Kitchen and the Pizzeria all offered excellent cuisine and quality wines. Kids and Teens are catered for in every aspect and so safe that parents can leave them some of the older ones to roam freely. They have the best kids club I have seen with their fabulous mini aquapark. Apart from Golf the whole resort has so much to offer for both kids and adults. I would highly recommend this beautiful property and this amazing luxury family resort.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Forte Village Resort, Other at Forte Village Resort - Il Castello
Responded 27 May 2023
Dear Soopye, thank you for sharing your positive experience with us here on TripAdvisor! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay at our Resort. From our friendly staff to the delicious food and beautiful surroundings, we are glad our Resort had lived up to your expectations. We are glad as well that you enjoyed all the activities, both for adults and children, that our Resort is proud to offer. Thank you for recommending Hotel Castello, we look forward welcoming you back soon for another fantastic stay! Best regards, Forte Village Team
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It’s difficult to give an assessment, because you pass it through yourself, and this is no longer objective. The hotel is definitely for its client. For connoisseurs and connoisseurs. I love wine, so I’ll compare this with good aged wine, I think not everyone will be able to understand, since there is not enough observation and experience with such a product. Like many respectable hotels in Italy, this hotel is conservative, starting from the staff, the cat has been working for more than 20 years and when you arrive you can see familiar, welcoming faces, the hotel uses keys, the same iron ones, which feel weighty (this is a fundamental decision of the hotel management) or piano accompaniment at breakfast and dinner. A gorgeous area that looks like a natural park. As we were told, in the summer restaurants run by star chefs are open, concerts of world stars are held on the territory of the Arena. It is a priori wrong to compare these hotels with premium hotels in Turkey, the UAE or the Maldives, since the hotel offers an atmosphere, like a membership card to some club, since the audience in this hotel is special - its own. I am sure that regular guests of this hotel are immersed in their own unchanging world in Forte Village.
I'm not writing about the rooms, service, kitchen...everything is individual, personally I was satisfied with everything.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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The hotel where our family vacationed was amazing! When checking in, we were pleasantly surprised with a gift - a free upgrade of the room, which immediately created a joyful mood. The service at the hotel was of the highest standard, every employee was friendly and available to help in any situation.
The hotel kitchen just impressed us with its variety and taste of dishes.
Separately, I would like to express my great gratitude to Miroslava and her colleagues for organizing the holiday and caring for each guest. Their professionalism and attention to detail made our holiday unforgettable.
We remain absolutely delighted with this hotel and can confidently recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy excellent service, delicious cuisine and a wonderful atmosphere. Thank you for the good rest!
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Date of stay: September 2024
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The Forte Village is somewhere that I've wanted to stay for many years due to it's reputation as a luxury resort. However, do not believe the marketing hype. The resort is huge with several hotels and restaurants , sports and conference facilities. The beach is lovely and the Oasis pool is also very nice. We stayed in the Hotel Castello which is supposedly 5 stars - it isn't! Our room was huge but it's very outdated with sparkly crystal knobs on the wardrobe and drawers and the brass bathroom fixtures and fittings are green. The balcony was big with 2 sun loungers and a small table and chairs but there was absolutely no privacy from the rooms either side with only a small flower screen separating the balconies. The food was okay but the staff are unfriendly. So, unless you are there for a business conference or you are into tennis or football, there are much better places to stay. The Forte Village is over-rated and out-dated.
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Date of stay: September 2024
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Response from Forte Village Resort, Other at Forte Village Resort - Il Castello
Responded 30 Sept 2024
Dear Ms Jayne, We thank you for sharing a review of your stay at our Resort. I apologize if not everything turned out according to your expectations during your holiday. I kindly ask you to contact me at the mail below, so we can address the feedback that have arisen during your stay and come up with the right attention you deserve. I hope that you will reconsider your decision and return to Forte Village in the future, so my team and I can provide you a wonderful stay. Best regards, Andrea Bissacot andrea.bissacot@fortevillage.com
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I stayed two days at the Forte Village Resort, more precisely at the 5-star Hotel Il Castello. It was an unforgettable and breathtaking experience! Upon arrival we were immediately welcomed by the entire management, who provided us with all the information necessary to make the most of our two days. We were subsequently accompanied inside the room, where they explained the necessary information and all the services available. The modernity of the room is superb, the view is breathtaking and the comfort is absurd! One thing I really appreciated was their “Green Policy”! Speaking precisely of the latter, they have recently obtained an internationally recognized certification. The dinner at the Cavalieri restaurant was a buffet and full of numerous dishes, for all the various food preferences, as was the breakfast, surrounded by a beautiful sea view! It was sad to leave everyone and unfortunately have to go back to work! Special thanks go to the entire Hotel Il Castello Team, from Mr. Marcello the director to Renato, his Assistant, to Myroslava and Valentina for the magnificent welcome and to Giorgia and David for the escorting to the room. I wish you a good end of the season and… Until we meet again!! ❤️
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Date of stay: October 2023
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We went with the family for Easter and, although the weather wasn't the best, we had a great time! The staff of Castello is very friendly and helpful while the resort is very beautiful and scenic as it faces the sea.
The food is very good, unfortunately as not all the restaurants were open we were unable to try the famous gourmet restaurants (it will be a reason to return).
As for the mini club, it was a pleasant surprise: the staff is very good and attentive to the well-being of the children. We had a pleasant stay as the the little girl was calm and had fun.
Unfortunately, two negative notes that I point out to help improve the already high standard: the hydromassage in the bathroom of the room was broken, we reported it but they never repaired it. In the bed there was a hole in the cover on the lower sides of the bed (given the cost of the stay these are important details).
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Completely refurbished in 2019, 5-star Hotel Il Castello is an oasis of luxury, elegance and exclusive service just steps from one of the most stunning beaches in Sardinia. With spacious balconies and magnificent terraces, the rooms and suites offer spectacular views over the sea, gardens and the mountains surrounding Forte Village Resort. The furnishings are a homage to colourful Sardinian crafts and ultra-contemporary design.
Guests at five-star Hotel Il Castello have exclusive use of a delightful heated infinity pool with views over the Mediterranean and direct access to the beach. Accommodation at Il Castello includes suites on the Executive 4th and 5th floors served by a private lift (see dedicated section), hotel rooms in various sizes with balconies or terraces and either sea or mountain views, and bungalows in the adjacent Castello gardens which are ideal for families.
The Hotel’s sumptuous foyer looks out onto the Bandiere Bar, renowned for its signature cocktails.
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Hotel Castello Manager
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PRICE RANGE
S$1,112 - S$2,035 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
ItalySardiniaProvince of CagliariPulaSanta Margherita di Pula
NUMBER OF ROOMS
175
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