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La Vecchia Fonte

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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Via Fonte Vecchia, 48, Porto Turistico, Palau, SS, 7020
  • Palau Tourism Office
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Palau Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Bear's Rock
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Olbia (OLB-Costa Smeralda)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Partial Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Harbour View

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bathtub, Harbour View

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Wellness Presidential Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Wellness Presidential Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About this property

La Vecchia Fonte

Waterfront hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free full breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services and dry cleaning.
La Vecchia Fonte offers 36 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at La Vecchia Fonte. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Palau Tourism Office. Enjoy features like free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a playground, helicopter/aeroplane tours and scooters/mopeds to rent
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Palau Ethnographic Museum and Isolotto Beach
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury La Vecchia Fonte. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Mediterranean Palau hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Café & Wine Bar – This cocktail bar serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 19 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Café & Wine Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On the waterfront

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 October and 27 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 30 April, EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 May to 31 October, EUR 3.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 95 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 19 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
La Vecchia Fonte offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number IT090054A1000F1993
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Vecchia Fonte
Vecchia Fonte Hotel
Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau
Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau, Sardinia
La Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel
La Vecchia Fonte Palau
La Vecchia Fonte Hotel Palau

La Vecchia Fonte Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 326 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 326 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 326 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 326 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 326 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we absolutely loved the stay at this hotel. it was roomy, cosy and very relaxing. we would defikitely come back. there were markets, entwetainment in the streets and lovely beaches. the staff was very friendly and warm hearted. we can only recommend this hotel for duture guests!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In our nine day, this hotel was a stand out as the worst
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emma Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean with friendly staff. Just a couple of things I would point out are no kettle in the room and the air con wasnt very powerful. To counteract my friends kettle situation the hotel gave her free hotwater everyday as she bought her own teabags. The free breakfast was good with plenty of variety
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary-Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location just a little old

Location is excellent but there is a large parking lot between the hotel and the marina so views are not the best. The hotel is very old (it’s in the name) but once you open the doors and windows it freshens up pretty quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully decorated hotel with excellent staff. Nice breakfast served well. Great location for all things to do in Palau. Would go there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfetto!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality hotel staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

David, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Took the suite and it had a good balcony with a Jacuzzi. The location is good and the quality of the room is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay for a few days exploring the area. We had an outstanding room and amenities with a great view. The staff were all amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roxana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and spacious, not beachfront, easy parking, slightly overpriced. Location is ideal for walking around and getting to the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Want to stay again

This hotel is in a perfect position. It also offers car parking but you park out front for free in the car park. Our luggage was lost and the staff went above and beyond to help us with retrieving our luggage. They have a bar next door with snacks but surrounded by restaurants and shops on Main Street
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was so perfect for us after a boat trip and a wonderful evening!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in staff Marco was very nice and friendly. He showed us the room and explained everything. The room was clean and tidy. Their continental breakfast was good. Good location, the hotel is surrounded by many restaurants. For the ferry to La Maddelena, the port is only few mins walk away. There is a night market right outside the hotel every night. Will come back for sure if we need to stay in Palau again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin, Vancouver

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Hisham, Houston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, front desk staff and hotel are very good . But the breakfast can be significantly improved . The coffee was terrible . They have a beautiful coffee machine behind the bar which remains unused while they make guests use an automatic machine from which the coffee comes out tasting terrible . That is unacceptable in Italy . I went outside to get some sun with my coffee and the breakfast staff scolded me when I came back in to return the cup stating that we are not allowed to “remove items “- as though I was going to steal a cheap coffee mug . Ridiculous . The food quality at breakfast was poor . They need to change this . Otherwise , was a nice stay with friendly staff .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A Base from which to Explore

Great hotel for visiting La Maddelena, convenient for the shops and restaurants, its not the most modern of hotels, but the location makes up for it. There is no pool or beach front, nor is there anyway to sunbathe, its a hotel to explore from, just by the port.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Danica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Cute hotel, nice staff, poor amenities

This is one of the nicest places in Palau and in a great location. Staff was friendly and the room clean and well maintained. Location offers easy parking and access to the town and port. That being said, the rooms are generally poorly appointed and I would not consider this a 4-star hotel. The amenities are not up to par. There was only a sheet on the bed and we had to dig out a comforter and additional pillows from a bag in the closet to bolster the thin ones on the bed. However, most disappointing was the absence of any type of kettle and tea/coffee station in the room. When I inquired I was told the « standard » rooms don’t come equipped with this though all other rooms do. While the description of the standard room does not include a coffee corner, lots of the general photos show this in the rooms and only a very astute reader would notice this possible discrepancy between room classes. It is also very odd for a hotel to limit this type of amenity in the room. In addition, the internet was slow and weak. While working in the room, the signal dropped multiple times. It may be ok for casual internet browsing but not much else. In short, while this may be one of the best options in town, I’m not sure it’s the best value.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Secure parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024