🇮🇹 Quartu Sant'Elena, Italy
Hotel Califfo
📍 Via Leonardo Da Vinci, 124, 09045 Quartu Sant'Elena CA, Italy
Your stay — Hotel Califfo
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Califfo, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize noise from the Via Leonardo Da Vinci street, which is a main road in Quartu Sant'Elena. The hotel's 3-star rating suggests a relatively straightforward layout, so rooms on higher floors are likely to be away from the street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (ground and 1st floor) as they may be closer to the street and potentially noisier. Additionally, rooms on the 2nd floor may experience some noise from the lift (elevator) as it is likely to be located on the ground floor.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (3rd floor and above) may offer a view of the surrounding area, including the nearby buildings and streets.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
The Via Leonardo Da Vinci road outside the hotel may generate noise from passing traffic, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's location in a urban area means there may be some background noise from other nearby businesses and residents.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, be aware that parking may be limited in the area, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot. 2. The hotel's reception is likely to be open during standard hours, but if you arrive outside of these times, you may be able to check-in at a nearby partner hotel or use a self-service check-in option.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Califfo
free throughout, 500 Mbps fibre-optic, no login constraints
serves all floors, but there's a small stairs-only section on the top floor due to historic building restrictions
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices, physical newspapers available in the lobby
14:00-00:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 15:00 for €30
available in the lobby for €5 per piece, per day
step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance, wheelchair-accessible rooms available upon request, but some historic areas have structural limitations
on-site parking available for €20 per night, nearest public car park is Parcheggio Quartu at €1.50 per hour, free EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Teatro scuola media A. Rosas — 562 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Farmacia Bellavista — 218 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs at bank branches; avoid exchange desks at Cagliari Elmas airport and tourist bureaux in central Quartu — poor rates and fees.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard accepted widely in supermarkets, restaurants, and transport; cash still needed at small markets and some bars.
Not expected or obligatory — round up the bill at restaurants for good service, leave small change for taxis, and nothing for hotel staff unless exceptional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a local bar — about €1.00–€1.20.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — around €5–€7.
A pizza or pasta main in a casual trattoria — about €8–€12.
Look for mobile vans selling porceddu (roast suckling pig) or fregola on weekends, and bakeries on Via Marconi and Via Romagna.
Conad, Lidl, and Eurospin are the common budget supermarkets in the area.
Outlet shops along SS554 towards Cagliari or markets like the weekly mercato on Piazza Azuni.
Bus day pass (€3.20) for CTM buses around Quartu; from the airport, take bus 30 (€1.30 single) or the train to Cagliari then bus to Quartu — avoid taxis (€25+).
Shop at supermercati for water and snacks rather than tourist kiosks; eat at lunchtime (menù del giorno cheaper than dinner); fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains (free).
Good to know — Quartu Sant'Elena
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
Quartu Sant'ElenaFor general emergencies, dial 112 (European single number). Local police (Polizia Locale) can be reached at 070 860 53 11. For non-urgent medical help, call Guardia Medica on 070 860 53 00.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Quartu Sant'Elena, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Califfo
🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Farmacia Bellavista — 218 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Cagliari city centre (Matteotti stop) → Hotel Italia, Quartu Sant'Elena
💡 Buy tickets at Tabacchi before boarding. The bus runs along Via Colombo — get off at Piazza Sant'Elena stop, a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) → Hotel Italia, Quartu Sant'Elena
💡 Official taxis wait outside arrivals. Avoid drivers offering rides inside the terminal and insist on the meter.
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) → Hotel Italia, Quartu Sant'Elena
💡 Take shuttle bus (€1.30) from airport to Monserrato station, then light rail to Repubblica stop, then bus 30. Slower but avoids traffic.
Cagliari Elmas Airport (CAG) → Hotel Italia, Quartu Sant'Elena
💡 Buy a reusable Cagliari Card (€12) for unlimited bus travel for 72 hours — covers both routes and local buses in Quartu.
About Quartu Sant'Elena
Wikipedia ↗
Quartu Sant'Elena (Italian: [ˈkwartu sanˈtɛːlena]; Sardinian: Cuartu Sant'Aleni [ˈkwaɾtu zantaˈlɛni]), located four miles East from Cagliari on the ancient Roman road, is a city and comune in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy. It is the third largest city of Sardinia with a populati...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Califfo?
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 3rd floor) to minimize noise from the Via Leonardo Da Vinci street, which is a main road in Quartu Sant'Elena. The hotel's 3-star rating suggests a relatively straightforward layout, so rooms on higher floors are likely to be away from the street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Califfo?
Avoid rooms on the lower floors (ground and 1st floor) as they may be closer to the street and potentially noisier. Additionally, rooms on the 2nd floor may experience some noise from the lift (elevator) as it is likely to be located on the ground floor.
Is Hotel Califfo noisy?
The Via Leonardo Da Vinci road outside the hotel may generate noise from passing traffic, especially during peak hours. Additionally, the hotel's location in a urban area means there may be some background noise from other nearby businesses and residents.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Califfo?
Rooms on the higher floors (3rd floor and above) may offer a view of the surrounding area, including the nearby buildings and streets.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Califfo?
1. If you're driving, be aware that parking may be limited in the area, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot. 2. The hotel's reception is likely to be open during standard hours, but if you arrive outside of these times, you may be able to check-in at a nearby partner hotel or use a self-service check-in option.
What time is check-in at Hotel Califfo?
Check-in at Hotel Califfo is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.
Does Hotel Califfo have Wi-Fi?
free throughout, 500 Mbps fibre-optic, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Califfo?
€1.50 per person, per night (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Califfo?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — around €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Califfo?
Bus day pass (€3.20) for CTM buses around Quartu; from the airport, take bus 30 (€1.30 single) or the train to Cagliari then bus to Quartu — avoid taxis (€25+).
Top Attractions in Quartu Sant'Elena
💡 Go early morning to spot herons in the stream. The playground has shade sails for hot days.
💡 Check the side chapels for local art, especially the wooden crucifix in the left nave. Empty after 11am Mass.
💡 Call ahead to confirm opening—hours can be erratic. The guide (if present) explains how the cork oak bark was harvested.
💡 Tuesdays are best for fresh tuna. No market fees to browse—buy a paper cone of fried fish from the van nearby.
💡 Bring sturdy shoes—the path is rocky and unshaded. Go late afternoon for better light on the stonework.