Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia

Seventeen different room types sounds like a lot until you're actually choosing between a sea-view terrace and a private patio with the Sardinian coast as your sleep soundtrack. This Forbes Four Star resort sits on a mountainside above some of the island's quietest beaches, with Studio Marco Piva interiors that lean on local stone and minimalist lines rather than fighting the view. Bespoke excursions, an outdoor spa lounge, and an alfresco dining room do the rest.

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