Baia dei Mori Beach Club

Arriving at Baia dei Mori Beach Club you’re struck by the relaxed vibe. Take a stroll on winding paths through the dunes to the beach. The clear turquoise water lapping at your feet will instantly wash away thoughts of home. It's situated on the north east coast of the Italian island of Sardinia, to the south of the famous Costa Smeralda

We include a wide range of activities in your holiday. If you’re into road cycling, you’ll be in your element. On road or off road, it's the best cycling on offer in any of our Beach Clubs. It can get pretty breezy too, so it’s just great for water sports, especially sailing and windsurfing. You can also kitesurf at a nearby beach (non inclusive activity), when the wind blows the conditions are great.

The launch area is sandy and shallow, and once out into the bay, this can be a great place to learn to sail. Once your confidence grows, there’s more of a breeze further out and a vast expanse of water just waiting to be explored.

All tuition follows the Royal Yachting Association (RYA) teaching scheme, so you just need to sign up for the group sessions and the team will advise you which group will suit your level.

Dinghy sailing: Topper Topaz 16, RS Quest, Laser Bahia, Laser Pico, Laser 1

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What a great spot for windsurfers. The wind typically picks up in the middle of the day, making it ideal for beginners in the morning and improvers to intermediates later on. 

Following the same line as dinghy sailing, all tuition follows the Royal Yachting Association so you can be sure to progress in a safe and fun way.

Windsurfing: a range of beginner, intermediate (160-130 litres) and shortboards from manufacturers Starboard, Fanatic and RRD. Kid Joy rigs for children (2 m- 4.5 m); start rigs for beginners (2.5m / 3.5m / 4.5m); adult rigs (4m - 8.2m)

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The sweeping bay with soft, fine sand and clear, warm water is picture-perfect. Get down early, grab a paddle board or kayak, and head out. The pine-fringed bay is undeveloped, with beautiful views all around and a vista so vast you’ll feel like paddling for miles.

Kayaking and paddle boarding: Gemini single and double sit-on-top kayaks; wave kayaks; Red Paddle Co paddle boards (10'8") and XXL paddle board (8 person).

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As one of the windier regions of Italy, Sardinia is a mecca for kitesurfers, from beginner to advanced. You’ll be able to book beginner sessions nearby or hire the kit if you can already kitesurf. One of the Neilson team will be on hand to help you make arrangements, but it is subject to availability and is very much wind-dependent. The kitesurfing beach is approximately a 25 minute drive away at San Teodoro beaches.

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If you’re happiest in the saddle, then Sardinia’s road cycling won’t let you down. Roads climb in sweeping curves through the rugged mountains, with spectacular views of valleys and coastlines that make the thigh burn worth every second. If you’re new to the sport or want to give it a go, there are flatter road routes, too.

If you prefer riding off-road, mountain biking ranges from flat beginner routes to technical climbs and challenging descents. There's some excellent wildlife off the beaten track - keep your eyes peeled for countless birds, butterflies and lizards. If you want to get out and ride as a family, you'll find a great choice of bikes and rides suitable for children over 13 years. Want an even smoother ride? We have electric bikes too - available for a little bit extra, subject to availability.

Mountain bikes: Trek X-Caliber 9 MTB (2023) in a range of sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL)

Road bikes: Trek Domane AL4 (2023) in a range of sizes (44", 49", 52", 54", 56", 58", 60")

Electric bikes: Trek Powerfly 4

Kids bikes:  In a range of sizes suitable for ages 4 - 14 years 

Premium road bikes: Trek bikes with carbon frames in a range of sizes (47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60 and 62cm) are available to reserve for your exclusive use, with a custom set-up and routes uploaded to your Garmin upon request, all for just £95 per person per week.

If you've got cycling shoes with cleats and are planning on bringing them, we advise you to bring your own pedals. That way, they are guaranteed to fit.

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Tucked under the pines, the outdoor fitness deck is a proper gem — whether you're going all-out or just after a good stretch and a breather. It’s a bit of a one-off, really. And if all else fails, wander down to the beach at dusk. The sea views in that golden light? Instant calm. Total bliss.

Our full swimming programme is new for 2025. Try out fresh new swim sessions or make a splash in open water. 

Our holidays include club board meals - daily breakfast, daily lunch and 4 evening meals each week.

It’s club board with an Italian touch at Baia dei Mori Beach Club. There's an oven for freshly baked pizza and the restaurant area is large and conveniently placed in the centre of the Beach Club where you’ll be dining al fresco under welcome shade. Our inclusive meal nights are on Saturday, Sunday, Wednesday and Friday.

On non-inclusive evenings you can eat at the pool bar, join us for a Sardinian feast or head out for the night. Take a stroll along the beach and you'll find a couple of bars and restaurants, set amongst the pine trees with views of the bay. Or you can hop in a taxi to Budoni (4km away) where you will find a greater selection of bars and restaurants.

The rooms are all on one level, each with a small terrace and set within the shady gardens, dotted with sweet-smelling pine trees. Whether you’re nearer the tennis courts or the pool, it’s only a short walk to the central restaurant and reception area.

The beach is perfect for little ones, with soft sand for building sandcastles and warm shallow water to splash around in. In the heat of the day, the shade of the pine trees makes a perfect world for mini-adventures. We also have a selection of Frog bikes for children from three to fourteen years. These bikes are available to use in and around the beach club grounds, but cannot be taken outside of the beach club.

Make the most of the inclusive Neilson-run children's clubs for 2 to 17-year-olds where you can set your children free with our team of friendly, energetic early years leaders and children's activity leaders. There's also the Starfish crèche for babies up to 23 months old, which is available as a supplement. Make sure your children don't miss out, pre-book before you go to secure a space in the club they want.

If you're travelling with babies or toddlers don't forget to ask about cots, baby baths and pushchairs. For families, there's even a 24-hour baby room, where you can make feeds, warm milk and sterilise bottles.

Sardinia feels a little like Italy has taken a holiday. Sitting in the Mediterranean Sea, its sandy beaches, deep turquoise waters and rugged mountainous interior are breathtaking.

If you want to explore, a 15-minute drive south from the beach club is the ancient village of Posada. Set atop a cliff, and adorned with trees, the winding streets offer picturesque scenes at every turn. The 360-degree views from the Castello della Fava at the top of the village are stunning.

Hotel and flights

• Direct flights
• Coach transfer (40 mins from Olbia)
• Beach club accommodation (157 rooms)
• Wi-Fi in public areas and in most rooms
• Beach towels
• Tea and coffee making facilities

Food and drink

• Breakfast every day
• Lunch every day
• Four evening meals weekly
• Water, tea and coffee with inclusive meals

Shore-based activities

• Tennis with coaching
• Mountain biking with guiding
• Road cycling with guiding
• Fitness classes
• Yoga and stretch classes

• Dinghy sailing with tuition
• Windsurfing with tuition
• Kayaking
• Stand up paddle boarding
• Swimming pool and kids' pool

• Sea Urchins (2-3yrs)
• Sea Badgers (4-5yrs)
• Surfbusters (6-7yrs)
• Sharksters (8-9yrs)
• Stingrays (10-11yrs)
• Surf Squad (12-13 yrs)
• Wave Riders (14-15yrs)
• TAG (16-17yrs)
• High tea for under 5's
• Evening childcare on selected evenings

• Starfish crèche - £390 per week
• Hot Shots club - £250 per week
• Spa treatments
• Any meals and drinks not included above
• Activity upgrades and private tuition
• Excursions
• Room supplements and upgrades
• Accommodation tourist taxes (up to €4 per person per day, with no charge for children under 12 years).

• Departure airports: Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, Stansted, Bristol, Birmingham or Manchester
• Departure days: Saturday or Sunday
• Holiday duration: 7 and 14 nights
• Arrival airport: Olbia (OLB)
• Flight duration: approx. 2 hours 25 minutes
• Airlines: British Airways (BA), easyJet (EZY) / Jet2 (LS)
• Transfer time: approx. 40 minutes from Olbia

In-flight meals and drinks are not included, there is a buy-onboard service. All flight timings are based on the 24-hour clock system. Flight timings are given for guidance, are provisional and will be submitted for approval by UK and overseas scheduling committees. Luggage allowance varies by airline. Your ticket will show your flight's final timings and luggage allowances.