Resort Valle dell’Erica Thalasso & SPA - Olbia

Overview

Other facilities

The resort features an impressive array of individual and shared first-class facilities. Hotel Erica houses a lively kids’ pool with water games and an expansive seawater pool for adults. Ericaland offers a dedicated baby club for little ones aged 2 to 3 (at an additional charge), a complimentary mini club for children aged 4 to 9 with five-a-side football, golf courses, swimming, volleyball and waterpolo and creative workshops - as well as an additional club and complimentary activities for kids aged 10 to 13. Kids can enjoy activities like snorkelling, green volley, padel, golf, canoeing, five-a-side football and use of the multimedia room (with adult supervision) here. Older kids can also taker part in adventure days which consist of fun canoe excursions complete with a photo safari and lunch on the beach. There's also nature trails to trek and enjoy. The baby club and mini club both offer a day care service. The junior club offers a legion of activities, from snorkelling and canoeing to five-a-side football and golf lessons. Organised ‘adventure days’ include canoe excursions along the coast and photographic safaris, with lunch on the beach.

A dedicated kids’ area is kitted out with a children's playground complete with indoor and outdoor areas, a fully-equipped nursery (with highchairs, pushchairs, sterilisers, bottle warmers, baby monitors, changing tables and everything needed for feeding infants - all free of charge), restaurant and the latest tech including a Nintendo Wii, PlayStation and Xbox. Private baby-sitting is available at an additional charge and all children's services are available seven days a week.

Forged by natural rock features, streaming waterfalls interconnect three small pools to create La Licciola’s main lagoon-style pool. A swim-up bar serves refreshing cocktails and premium drinks. A freshwater pool is located in the exclusive La Licciola area and enjoys scenic views overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. You'll find complimentary sun loungers and parasols lining the quaint little bays and sands of La Licciola beach (not bookable in advance).

Both hotels have access to the Thalasso & Spa Centre (14+), for a charge, offering indulgent treatments and fitness facilities. This extravagant wellness centre features four outdoor freshwater Thalasso pools with adjustable settings, 15 private treatment rooms, a Turkish bath, sauna, relaxation area and a cardio fitness room. Book personalised treatments or a three to six day wellness programme. There's also a padel court, a 5-a-side football pitch, green volley and yoga sessions. Hike the winding natural trails - perfect for adults and kids. Or unwind in the evenings with lilting live music and performances in the main plaza.

Practise Pilates with guided classes or learn about the intricate Mediterranean maquis ecosystems. Discover a range of excursions including boat chartering, sports fishing, windsurfing, diving, sailing and kite surfing lessons in Porto Pollo (third party services, at an additional charge). Opt for half-day or full-day sea excursions around the La Maddalena Archipelago National Park and Corsica. You can also hop on the shuttle service and explore Santa Teresa Gallura (once per day, excluding Saturdays, reservation required and at an additional charge), or enjoy complimentary lessons in Gallura cuisine at Li Ciusoni restaurant (not available in August). A private helipad is also on-hand for transfers and scenic flights over the archipelago (additional charge).

Additional helpful facilities include complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the resort, car rental services, free medical assistance in the medical office (scheduled times, certificates and visits at additional charge), complimentary private parking (uncovered and unattended car parks with controlled access) and charging stations for electric vehicles (power 22 kw, at an additional charge). There's also handy toilets, changing rooms, showers and lifeguard assistance at the beach snack bar.

Dining information

Delight in a variety of premium dining options throughout the resort. Choose from a range of resplendent restaurants and bars offering the best of traditional Sardinian cuisine.

The Nautilus Restaurant offers a wonderfully varied buffet style breakfast and dinner. Enjoy spectacular 180-degree views of the shimmering Mediterranean waters while you dine. Offering similar stunning views is the Les Bouches Restaurant. The restaurant’s grand terrace overlooks the striking Bonifacio Straits. Start your day here with a luxury breakfast spread and enjoy buffet-style dining and spectacular live cooking demonstrations in the evenings. Enjoy brunch mediterraneo®, a buffet spread of light bites and small plates including first courses, fresh vegetables and salads, local cheeses and zesty fruits. The Li Zini sea front restaurant promises an elegant experience. Dine a la carte (reservation required and at extra charge) or take lunch in the secluded sandy coves along the coast. Indulge in authentic shellfish and seafood specialities paired with the finest of Sardinian wines.

For a romantic, relaxed setting visit the Grecale Restaurant (reservation required). This eatery looks out over the bays of the resort and the enchanting islands of La Maddelena Archipelago. La Prua Restaurant also offers intimate dining and breathtaking views. This spot overlooks one of the resort’s sparkling pools. A romantic candlelit setting is accompanied by delicious Mediterranean cuisine, prepared by executive chefs (reservation required and at extra charge). Enjoy traditional flavours and authentic local specialities at the elegant Li Ciusoni Restaurant (reservation required and at extra charge). Fusing together international and local fare, this restaurant serves up authentic dishes grilled in traditional woodfired ovens, local cold cuts and cheeses, fresh pasta and classic Gallura desserts.

For your little ones attending the Mini Club, the little pizzeria is sure to satisfy. This eatery has a woodfired oven and grill and serves up delicious daily brunches and dinners.

Grab light bites and refreshments all-day at the Li Caracoli and Posidonia snack bars. Tucked away in one of the coastal bays, this relaxed beach bar offers crisp cocktails and canapes. The Nemo snack bar is perfect for a bite to eat when lounging by the pool or for an early evening aperitif. Enjoy live music performances and entertainment here as the sun sets. Make the most of every moment spent relaxing at the swim-up Bar Conchiglia - complete with pasta station and sea crudite. Perfectly positioned, flanking one of Hotel La Licciola’s pools, this bar serves fresh pasta and seafood crudite.

Additional information

Please note that both the Nautilus and Les Bouches restaurants are buffet service without reservation and at no additional charge, and the Grecale restaurant is an la carte service and does require advance reservation. there is no additional charge for this restaurant. The Li Zini, Li Ciusoni and La Prua restaurants also require advance reservation and are at an additional cost - charged directly to your room bill.

Please note that the Mini Club is a free nursery and bottle service complete with dedicated facilities (highchairs, pushchairs, sterilizers, bottle warmer, baby phone, changing tables, cots and child-friendly food). The Baby Club is accessible at an additional charge. This club is for little ones aged two to three years old is run by qualified staff. If you wish to use this service please note that a medical certificate is required, issued at least three days prior to arrival.

For safety reasons children under the age of three are not permitted on group boat excursions. Additional charges apply to use the Spa, and opening and facility access is at the discretion of the management team. Please note that a health self-certification is required for treatments and for use of the spa facilities.