Le Dune – Forte Village Resort
Sardinia
OVERVIEW
The 116-acre plot that makes up the famous Forte Village Resort in Sardinia is famous for its incredible array of activities, and if you want to make the most of these whilst also getting the chance to relax and recharge frazzled batteries then Le Dune might just be the choice for you. Set towards the rear of the resort away from prying eyes and noisy families, with an infinity pool, Le Dune (which is family friendly) is a haven of tranquillity amid the mock-Sardinian village.
Set within lush tropical foliage to screen it from the rest of the resort, Le Dune has one of the best spots on the coast with the beach and the facilities just a short stroll away. Submerged in the verdant gardens, Le Dune blends in with the rest of the resort and looks like a small, traditional (albeit well cared-for) Sardinian village, with walkways lined in Mediterranean plants and parrots living in the trees. Buildings are low-slung and inconspicuous, hiding just 43 smart, elegant bungalows and suites.
If you can drag yourself away from your whirlpool bath, expansive terrace and sumptuous bed there are plenty of things to keep you occupied. The resort is home to 21 different restaurants during high season serving everything from Sardinian classics to Asian dim sum, 11 bars and a plethora of activities to get your heart rate going. Don’t miss the spa whether you’re there to unwind or get fit – it’s sensational.
SUMMARY
Rooms: 43
Location: Santa Margherita di Pula, Sardinia
Nearest Airport: Cagliari International Airport
Board Basis: Half Board
6 Reasons to visit Le Dune – Forte Village Resort
- Access to the resort’s 21 restaurants and 11 bars in high season
- Located at the rear of the 116-acre resort, Le Dune is quiet and spacious with direct spa access
- Designed to resemble a Sardinian town, the hotel is a cool, calm retreat
- Five-star style and comforts with the exclusivity of a private, exclusive resort
- Bungalows and suites are exceptionally private, with lush gardens to screen you from view
- All of the accommodation is just a short stroll from the beach
Kids facilities are definitely not lacking despite Le Dune being a five-star resort. Many of the facilities are aimed at kids with lots of activities on offer, including a children’s ‘wonderland’ with Barbie dream world and a Formula One experience for budding racers.
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Where to stay
Located towards the rear of the resort, the bungalows are blissfully quiet and yet perfectly located for access to the resort’s facilities, including the spa. Interiors are decorated in traditional Sardinian style with neutral colours, local artworks and tiled floors, plus the added luxury of gleaming marble bathrooms. Each of the bungalows has an outdoor terrace, complete with sun loungers for when you want to retreat from it all and read a book in the sun.
Kids facilities are definitely not lacking despite Le Dune being a five-star resort. Many of the facilities are aimed at kids with lots of activities on offer, including a children’s ‘wonderland’ with Barbie dream world and a Formula One experience for budding racers.
What to do
Staff here are unfailingly helpful, so if you’re ever at a loss for what to do on any given day – there’s a mind-boggling array of activities – they can definitely point you in the right direction. The spa is designed to relax and restore the most fervent workaholic, and there are buggy drivers to propel you around the resort if you really are here to completely chill out. If not, choose from a huge range of sports (netball to cricket) plus an enormous collection of evening thrills (quiet bars to a disco).
Kids facilities are definitely not lacking despite Le Dune being a five-star resort. Many of the facilities are aimed at kids with lots of activities on offer, including a children’s ‘wonderland’ with Barbie dream world and a Formula One experience for budding racers.
What and Where to Eat
All guests at Le Dune have access to Forte Village’s 21 restaurants and 11 bars in high season, including an almost inexhaustible selection of buffets, Italian establishments, snack bars and fine dining eateries – stay here for a week and you’ll never need to eat in the same place twice. You’re utterly spoilt for choice here, and there’s even a dedicated restaurant especially for guests of Le Dune – called Le Dune – which offers freshly caught and cooked seafood with amazing beach views. Some restaurants require advance booking and a supplement, but with chefs like Gordon Ramsay on offer, it’s well worth it.
Kids facilities are definitely not lacking despite Le Dune being a five-star resort. Many of the facilities are aimed at kids with lots of activities on offer, including a children’s ‘wonderland’ with Barbie dream world and a Formula One experience for budding racers.
When to travel
During August, Sardinia is filled with Italian holidaymakers and tourists seeking its hot sun and white sand beaches. May and June offer pleasant temperatures and clear skies, while September sees warm sees and a calm descend on the island. Most resorts are closed from late autumn until Easter.
WEATHER: Sardinia is one of Italy’s sunniest isles, with hot summers and wet winters. Spring brings wildflowers and sunny skies, while autumn is cooler and calmer.
| Month | Temp(C) |
Sun(hrs) |
Rain(mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan |
10 | 4 | 18 |
Feb |
11 | 5 | 14 |
Mar |
12 | 6 | 23 |
Apr |
14 | 7 | 26 |
May |
17 | 9 | 19 |
Jun |
21 | 10 | 9 |
Jul |
24 | 12 | 2 |
Aug |
25 | 10 | 3 |
Sep |
22 | 8 | 24 |
Oct |
18 | 6 | 41 |
Nov |
13 | 5 | 39 |
Dec |
11 | 4 | 38 |