Sardinia's most long-established saltworks stretches across the 2700 hectares of the Santa Gilla basin: for almost 90 years, mankind and nature have been working in perfect synergy thanks to the far-sighted ambition of engineer Luigi Conti Vecchi who, in the late 1920s, implemented a pioneering project to reclaim the basin by building an immense saltworks and, in the process, contributing to the economic and social development of this depressed area on the outskirts of the city. There arose a flourishing, virtuous and forward-looking business: an eco-sustainable, self-sufficient chemical plant around which orbited a ‘salt community’ endowed with houses, schools and recreational facilities for the families of the owners, managers and employees who lived together in the village of Macchiareddu.

After the war, in the 1970s, the complex was sold to SIR Rumianca and in 1984, following the oil crisis and resultant industrial slow-down, it was compulsorily sold to Eni, which, over time, launched a project of industrial regeneration and reclamation through Syndial – a company that supplies integrated services in the field of environmental redevelopment – and which in 2017 entrusted to FAI the enhancement of this landscape and its cultural heritage. It is a story into which you can immerse yourself as you walk through the time-honoured executive suite, offices and chemical laboratory, which have been restored to look just as they did in the 1930s. It all adds up to a step back in time, accompanied by large-scale, evocative video-projections in the Workshop and the former Carpenter's Office that re-trace the history and operations of the saltworks and the landscape, which we explore on board a dedicated convoy that meanders along a route taking in saltpans and white mountains of salt, in surroundings that are as unusual as they are memorable, being home to hundreds of pink flamingos.

"Sa Pardula" Bed & Breakfast was born in Cagliari in the spring of 2017, with the purpose of giving tourists a place from which to discover all the wonders of our land.

The Bed & Breakfast has 3 comfortable double rooms with private bathroom with shower; each room is equipped with double glazed fixtures to reduce noise and allow you to maximize your rest.

The rooms

Each room has at your disposal: conditioned air, hair-dryer, towels set, hands and shower soap set, mattress and pillows with anti-mites treatment, Broadband Wi-Fi connection, city map, LCD TV

The breakfast

Every morning we offer you a rich Italian breakfast, for a load of energy to start the day at your best. At your disposal in the kitchen and common area: expandable table usable for your meals, dishes and cutlery, fridge, microwave oven, Italian and foreign books

On request, for intolerances or allergies we will be able to provide you alternatives in order to meet your needs.

At the beach

For your day at the sea we have at your disposal (no charge) umbrellas and beach towels, if you ever need it.

Luggage room

If you should arrive before check-in on the day of arrival or maybe you would have your plane in the evening, after check-out, you will be able to leave your luggage in the facility, free of charge.

You will find them in your room at check-in time or you can (on the day of departure) go to pick them up before going to the airport.

Airport shuttle bus

There is a shuttle service to and from the airport; we just need to know the time of arrival, flight number and country of origin. We will meet at Elmas arrivals to accompany you directly to your room.

The service is chargeable, 10€ for one way.

And of course advice on visiting the city, beaches to visit and all that we can help you with!

“Sa Pardula" Bed & Breakfast was born in Cagliari in the spring of 2017, with the purpose of giving tourists a place from which to discover all the wonders of our land.

Its central location is ideal to fully live the city, its neighbourhoods, its history and get in touch with the true Sardinian lifestyle.

Discover the food, the sea and the people of Sardinia, as they are just a short walk away from you.

Because at "Sa Pardula", you are in the heart of everything!

The building of the former tobacco factory of Cagliari is situated in Viale Regina Margherita and it played an important role in the history of Cagliari for many centuries.

Towards the end of the fifteenth century, the Observant Friars chose to build their monastery in the lower part of Marina district, located along the wall in today's Viale Regina Margherita. A church dedicated to “Our Lady of Jesus” was added to the the main body, currently there are only few remains.
On August 22, 1717 after the Spanish attacks, the monastery suffered severe damages. The Tobacco Factory have been established in the first decade of the nineteenth century, in the restored former monastery.

In 1868, a company called Regia, became manager of the Tobacco Factory and it introduced the Tuscan cigars in the market. The sales had such a positive feedback that the factory returned under Savoy control, and later, in 1884, to the State government.

The factory was one of the first factories in Cagliari which provided stable employment and remuneration to the first “state” workers of Sardinia. Even the female labour took advantage from this economic environment and it started to receive quite high wages, compared to average wages of the female working class of the period.

Starting from the 90's the Tobacco factory underwent a period of irreversible crisis due to the inability to face the modernization and, as a result, in 2001 the Italian Tobacco Company announced its closure.

The B& B Sa Lugherra (“the street lamp”) is ideal for leisure, holidays or business use. Situated in the heart of the city, 10 minutes far from the airport, 5 minutes far from the port and the railway station, 15 minutes from Cagliari famous Poetto beach. Just a few steps from the B&B you will find the stop for several bus lines, including that for the 3P line, reaching directly the Poetto beach during the summer period, and that for the surface underground which is only 3 minutes far.

The BeB Sa Lugherra is set in a nevralgic area of the city, suitable for shopping and sightseeing, few steps from the historical centre, the medieval Castle, the Lyric theatre and the well conserved remains of the Roman amphitheatre which is the site of many summer open-air concerts. In few minutes you will be able to reach restaurants and every kind of possible facility, as well as the typical elements of the city daily life among which are the covered market of San Benedetto, with the famous fish market, one of the most important of Italy and the Mediterranean towns, and typical wine and food stores.

The B&B Sa Lugherra is located at the second floor and served by an elevator. The apartment, which has been recently redecorated, has three wide double bedrooms equipped with all comforts: heating, air conditioning, TV, Wi-Fi connection and Internet point, hair dryer, complimentary amenities. You will have the possibility to choose between private or common bathroom, both perfectly appointed. Upon request left luggage additional service is offered. Guarded car park is available with additional fare.

The three bedrooms:

• Yellow room, the larger one, cosy and warm not only by name, is very comfortable and equipped with a great cupboard, a queen size bed, a writing desk and all comforts for a pleasant stay.

• Green room, a lively and wide bedroom, with queen size bed, cupboard and chest of drawers, has all comforts and a small veranda.

• Blue room, the smallest and informal one, with either queen size bed or two separate single beds, a great closet, writing desk, chest of drawers and all comforts.

Intimate and charming guest house in the heart of Cagliari. The rooms are elegantly furnished and equipped with private bathroom and all modern facilities completed with a complimentary buffet breakfast.

It is the exhibition space of the Cultural Association and photographic projects S’Umbra in the historic Castello district.

Two rooms surrounded by greenery in a villa in the residential district of Cagliari. The rooms have air conditioning and heating. Balcony. The King Room also has a private bathroom, double bed. The Garden view Room has two single beds and shared bathrooms.

Rosso e Nero B&B is ideally located & tastefully decorated, we offer a glamorous suite on the first floor. Ideal for young couples, workers and holidaymakers with no car. A wide range of services and facilities are offered: air conditioned, central independent heating, safe, video-recorder, Hi-Fi, Laptop and WiFi internet connection, Fax and photocopy, tea and coffee making facilities, possibility to hire a bike, continental breakfast inclusive. English-Spanish speaking householder.