Where to Stay in Sant'Elia, Cagliari

Residential suburb east of the port, largely working-class and compact. Close to the stadium and some good seafood restaurants.

✦ The vibe

Local, off-tourist-radar, with a small harbour and a gritty charm.

👤 Best for

Budget travellers, football fans, those wanting an authentic Italian neighbourhood.

🏨 Where to stay

Very few hotels; mainly apartments and private rooms; cheap (€50-80/night).

🚇 Getting around

Walk to Poetto (15 min); bus to centre (20 min). Airport: bus to Piazza Matteotti then change.

📍 Nearby

Stadio Sant'Elia, Calamosca beach.

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