Giovanni

Il Gelso

Very good 9.2 / 10

(35 reviews)

via Ettore Sacchi, 84 - Porto Torres (SS) - Area: city center | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT090058C1000E6376

Regional identification codeCIR: E6376

Category
Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
2

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

In the city center
Cheap
Very new
Near the station
Charming property
At the seaside
Near the airport
The design of the property
Abundant breakfast
Shopping area

Description

Our bed and breakfast is located in the center of Porto Torres, in an ideal position to easily access the beauty of northern Sardinia.

The structure is brand new and consists of a common area for breakfast and two comfortable and bright rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, double-glazed windows for soundproofing, air conditioning for summer cooling or winter heating with adjustable temperature, TV and free WiFi.

In the larger room, Iris, there is a double bed and a single bed, while in the other room, Primula, there is a double bed and a small bed for children.

Dogs are allowed at a price of €5/8 per night, depending on their size.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Rooms and Rates

Conditions for pets staying in this facility:

Pets of medium-small size by prior agreement with the host

Well-behaved, not aggressive or noisy; pets may not sleep on beds; pets may not be left alone at the facility; pets should be with owners at all times; pets are not allowed in communal spaces

A daily cost of 5 € is due per pet with a one-time additional cost of 10 € for final cleaning

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Pets Allowed
Air Conditioning
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Hair dryer
Heating

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Pets allowed
Rooms with air conditioning
Internet access
French speaker
Spanish speaker

House features

Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Panoramic location
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Automatic fire extinguishers

Facilities and services

Pets allowed

Location and surroundings

City centre
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 2
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 2

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Internet connection or telephone

Cleaning services

Every 3 other days

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Guestbook

Holiday themes - the place

Holiday themes - town size

Town - between 25.000 and 100.000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Metropolitan area
Historic centre
Near sports facilities
Gardens and landscapes
Seaside

Holiday themes - house features

Family

Il Gelso

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Conditions

Check-in from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Area city center

Airports

Alghero Airport - Fertilia 24 Km
Olbia Airport - Costa Smeralda 94 Km

Train Stations

Porto Torres Train Station 652 m

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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In The Surroundings

Basilica of San Gavino 337 m
Beach Scoglio Lungo 609 m
Porto Torres Train Station 652 m
Archaeological Museum Turritano 735 m
Beach Acque Dolci 884 m
Roman archaeological site of Turris Libisonis 894 m

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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Very good

Overall Rating 9.2 / 10
35 reviews

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What guests say

Reviews highlight the central location, close to the port, train station, shops, and beaches. Guests particularly appreciate the warm welcome and helpfulness of the host, Giovanni, and his wife. The rooms are new, spotlessly clean, and well-equipped, with good value for money frequently mentioned. Some reviews point out that the breakfast is basic and, for one room, street noise can be an issue. Overall, the property is widely recommended for short stays or as a convenient base for exploring the area.

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manca

manca rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 09/12/2025 to 09/13/2025

véronique

We were very warmly welcomed and I had the best cappuccino so far. I recommend this place.

stayed from 09/05/2025 to 09/06/2025

angelo

Thank you, Giovanni!

stayed from 08/30/2025 to 08/31/2025

laura

We had a wonderful stay with Mr. Giovanni, who hosted us with warmth and kindness. Thank you for everything!

stayed from 08/20/2025 to 08/24/2025

samuele

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stayed from 08/08/2025 to 08/12/2025

ludovic

We are very happy to have stayed with Giovanni to start our stay in Sardinia. He is a very welcoming and wonderful host. The room was perfect, carefully prepared, and very clean. Very comfortable bed and good breakfast. Thank you Giovanni, from Ludovic and Jeanne.

stayed from 08/05/2025 to 08/07/2025

laura

Charming B&B in the center of Porto Torres but with easy parking right in front along the street, near the beach and all shops and restaurants. Mr. Giovanni was very kind in welcoming us, also agreeing on the check-in time. He also prepared breakfast for us early in the morning since we had to leave the property at 4 for boarding. Recommended.

stayed from 07/31/2025 to 08/01/2025

pietro

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stayed from 06/30/2025 to 07/04/2025

carla

Clean, cozy room with every comfort. Close to pizzerias and especially to the sea. Great location. I highly recommend it.

stayed from 06/20/2025 to 06/22/2025

alberto

Giovanni and his wife were very kind and clear in the information necessary for the stay.

stayed from 06/12/2025 to 06/13/2025

massimo

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stayed from 10/09/2024 to 10/10/2024

irene

Excellent location for visits in the area. Very clean structure. The added value is given by Giovanni's hospitality.

stayed from 08/22/2024 to 08/24/2024

cintia

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stayed from 08/10/2024 to 08/12/2024

delfina

Strategic location, close to the port and the city center and yet very quiet. Perfect cleanliness, cozy room and spacious bathroom. But the winning card of this B&B is the manager, Prof. Giovanni, a helpful and sweet person, as well as professional. Do not hesitate.

stayed from 08/02/2024 to 08/04/2024

eralba

Good value for money, very clean structure, I expected more for breakfast, very Italian, Giovanni a very nice host, I recommend it.

stayed from 07/10/2024 to 07/13/2024

dario

I stayed at Il Gelso for only one night and I didn't have any issues. The property is well located in relation to the city center and parking is easy to find. Mr. Giovanni was always helpful and pleasant. Recommended.

stayed from 08/12/2023 to 08/13/2023

mattia

Excellent Bed and Breakfast in the center. Giovanni is a lovely person and will definitely make you feel at home. Impeccably clean structure and, not to be underestimated, extremely cool despite the intense heat without having to turn on the air conditioning. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/08/2023 to 08/15/2023

elena

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stayed from 08/10/2023 to 08/11/2023

monica

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stayed from 07/11/2023 to 07/12/2023

francesca

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stayed from 07/29/2023 to 07/30/2023

elisabetta

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Excellent location, very clean, and a lot of kindness from the owner. I definitely recommend it.

stayed from 12/31/2022 to 01/01/2023

nella

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 9 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 9

nella rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 09/05/2022 to 09/06/2022

gianmaria

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stayed from 08/30/2022 to 09/02/2022

teresa

Close to the city center and the port for boat excursions. Moreover, the property is 100 meters away from the bus stop that allowed us to reach Stintino as well. Mr. Giovanni was very kind and the property is well-equipped with everything needed: hairdryer with high wattage, drying rack for each room, fridge always well stocked with juices, water, and yogurt. Packaged breakfast.

stayed from 08/13/2022 to 08/16/2022

roberto

Ideal place as a daily stopover before continuing the journey. Very kind owner.

stayed from 08/28/2021 to 08/29/2021

nicoletta

Property: 9 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 8 | Price/Quality: 7

Very clean and welcoming. Manager very kind.

stayed from 10/30/2018 to 10/31/2018

martin

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stayed from 08/16/2019 to 08/18/2019

mara

The structure is new with all the necessary comforts but above all it is very clean. A special thanks to the manager Giovanni and his wife, exquisite, very kind, friendly, and extremely helpful people! I recommend this B&B. The Mulberry Tree.

stayed from 08/03/2019 to 08/14/2019

philippe

Very good welcome, the room was brand new, very well equipped (air conditioning, TV, bathroom products, etc). Only flaw, one of the 2 rooms faces the street (that's the one we were assigned), however this one was very poorly soundproofed. Regarding breakfast, the food was of industrial quality (croissants in plastic, fruit-flavored water serving as fruit juice).

stayed from 07/05/2019 to 07/06/2019

serena

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Extremely kind and helpful managers. The structure is new, comfortable, and very clean!

stayed from 06/23/2019 to 06/24/2019

tiziana

We had a great time for a week at this B&B, tastefully renovated. The room is equipped with everything you may need. But even more pleasant was getting to know Giovanni and his wife, lovely people, attentive and available to any guest's needs, even the personalized breakfast time. Thanks to Giovanni for the nice chats. If we take another vacation in this area, we will definitely come back here. We truly recommend it to everyone. Tiziana and Dario.

stayed from 09/06/2018 to 09/13/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie Tiziana, grazie Dario: troppo generosi! Così ci fate arrossire. Grazie ancora e tanta felicità. Giovanni e Giulia.

stefania

The excellent location allows easy access to the city center and the port. The manager is a lovely person, very helpful and attentive to the customer's needs: we felt at home. The accommodation is new and welcoming. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/29/2018 to 09/01/2018

The answer from the host:
Grazie Stefania, molte grazie: generosissima nei miei confronti. In verità voi siete stati degli ospiti eccezionali. A nos bidere (arrivederci in sardo logudorese) Giovanni.

rosa

Property: 9 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 9 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 9

Comfortable, new, and clean room and bathroom, as well as the kitchen (shared with guests from the other room). Excellent location of the property also for its proximity to the port (less than 5 minutes by car).\n\nMoreover, Mr. Giovanni is very kind and helpful.

stayed from 08/25/2018 to 08/26/2018

saturnino

Property: 7 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 9 | Location: 7 | Price/Quality: 8

Good morning, the welcome was very good and Giovanni offered us a good price. We didn't enjoy breakfast because we had to leave very early to catch the ferry. Thank you, Saturnino.

stayed from 08/24/2018 to 08/25/2018

daniela

We stayed for two nights at this delightful B&B located in the central area of the city. We were welcomed by Giovanni and Gloria, two kind, friendly, and helpful individuals. The rooms are brand new and comfortable, equipped with a private bathroom, TV, and air conditioning. The breakfast was also excellent. Along the B&B street, there are also restaurants and pizzerias. A heartfelt thank you to Giovanni and Gloria for their hospitality.

stayed from 08/18/2017 to 08/20/2017