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Hotel Brancamaria

4 star hotel
Viale Colombo, 08022 Cala Gonone Sardinia, Italy
65 rooms
FREE Internet

Argonauta Cala Gonone

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
Offsite (Free pickup)
Max 6 divers per guide

Package highlights

  • Prime location near the Gulf of Orosei Marine Park, offering panoramic views of one of Sardinia’s most beautiful coastlines.
  • Stylish and spacious rooms with bright interiors, air conditioning, and private balconies overlooking the sea, pool, or surrounding mountains.
  • Large outdoor Semi-Olympic pool, 25 meters by 12 and 1.40 meters deep, with sun terrace and a restaurant serving Sardinian and Mediterranean cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients.
  • Perfect starting point for diving, snorkeling, and boat excursions to the iconic coves of Cala Luna and Cala Mariolu.

 

 

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Booking process

1. BOOKING

Once we receive your booking, we double check availability with the dive operator and reserve your spot

2. CONFIRMATION

We usually get back to you within 24 hours to confirm that your booking is final

3. 48H FREE CANCELLATION PERIOD

You then have 48 hours to take care of other travel arrangements. Your credit card will only be charged after that period

Payment & cancellation

Payment terms

  • Now: 0%
  • 48 hours after booking confirmation: 30%
  • 60 days before trip start: 100%

Cancellation fee

Free cancellation for 48h after confirmation

  • 5.0% of the total booking amount will be charged if you cancel more than 14 days prior to arrival
  • 55.0% will be charged if you cancel between 14 and 10 days prior to arrival
  • 100.0% will be charged if you cancel less than 10 days prior to arrival

Explore diving around the Hotel Brancamaria

Dive Center

Highlights

  • PADI 5 Star Dive Resort located in Cala Gonone on Sardinia’s unspoilt east coast
  • Set within the Gulf of Orosei, a protected marine area known for towering limestone cliffs and deep gorges
  • Access to countless caves, tunnels and caverns with both above-water and underwater sections
  • Diving includes the KT-12 wreck, scenic reefs, wall dives, cavern routes and full cave systems
  • Recreational PADI courses, guided cavern dives and tailored experiences for all levels

Description

The Diving Center Argonauta is a PADI 5 Star Dive Resort located on the east coast of Sardinia in Cala Gonone, an unspoilt seaside village overlooking the Gulf of Orosei. 

This protected marine area, part of the Gennargentu National Park, is renowned for its dramatic limestone cliffs, deep gorges and the codule landscape that meets the sea.

The coastline surrounding Cala Gonone is famous for its countless caves, tunnels and caverns, many featuring both above-water and underwater sections, offering unique diving opportunities for all levels. The dive center provides access to spectacular cavern and cave systems, the KT-12 wreck, and a variety of scenic reef and wall dives.

Argonauta offers recreational courses, guided cavern and full cave dives, and tailored experiences to explore one of the Mediterranean’s most fascinating underwater environments.

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DIVING SERVICES

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Italian

Dive Center Facilities

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Onsite Classroom
  • Adaptive Services Facility
  • Retail Shop
  • House Reef
  • Dive Boat
  • Onsite Accommodation
  • Parking

Dive boat facilities

  • Shaded Space
  • Drinking Water
  • Ladder
  • Fresh Water Shower
  • Tea And Coffee
  • Camera Rinse Tanks
  • Surface Interval Snacks
  • Seating Area
  • Dry Area

Diving gear

  • Tanks With Int (Yoke) Valves
  • Tanks With Din Valves
  • Din/Int Adapters
  • 15L Tanks Available
  • Nitrox ($)
  • Rental Equipment ($)
  • Filling Station

Rental Equipment

  • Compass
  • Bcd
  • Children Sizes
  • Mask & Snorkel
  • Dive Computer
  • Regulator
  • Gauges
  • Boots
  • Flashlight
  • Skin Suit
  • Wetsuit – Shorty
  • Wetsuit – 5Mm
  • Full-Foot Fins
  • Aluminum Cylinders
  • Steel Cylinders
  • Small Cylinders (10L / 71.2 Cu. Ft.)
  • Open-Heel Fins

PADI® Courses Available

  • Scuba Diver
  • Intro Dives/Discover Scuba Diving
  • Open Water Diver
  • Advanced Open Water Diver
  • Rescue Diver
  • Divemaster
  • Nitrox Certification
  • Deep Diver Certification
  • Wreck Diver
  • Cavern Diving

For your safety

  • Emergency Oxygen Kit
  • First Aid Kits
  • Vhf Radio

PADI membership level

  • Padi 5 Star Dive Resort

Resort Amenities

Activities

  • Cultural Excursions
  • Sunset Cruises
  • Live Music
  • Cooking Classes

Good for...

  • Eco-Resort
  • Active Holidays
  • Wheelchair-Friendly
  • Good Value For Money
  • Romance/Honeymoon
  • Solo Travellers

Food & drink

  • Beer And Wine
  • A La Carte
  • Alcohol
  • Vegetarian Food
  • Gluten Free Food
  • Vegan

Payments

  • Bank Transfer
  • Diners
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Amex
  • Cash (Eur)

Sports & Watersports

  • Snorkeling
  • Kayaking
  • Tennis
  • Ping Pong
  • Cycling

Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool(S)
  • Bar / Lounge
  • Garden
  • Lounge/Tv Area
  • Heating

Amenities & services

  • Wi-Fi (Free)
  • Air-Conditioning

Wellness & Relaxation

  • Hot Tub/Whirlpool/Jacuzzi

Resort Description

Hotel Brancamaria is a modern 4-star retreat set above the bay of Cala Gonone on Sardinia’s eastern coast, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Orosei.

Surrounded by lush Mediterranean landscapes, it combines contemporary comfort with relaxed island charm.

Elegant rooms feature bright interiors, air conditioning, and balconies or terraces, many offering sea or mountain views. Guests can unwind by the panoramic pool or enjoy Mediterranean and Sardinian specialties prepared with local ingredients at the hotel’s restaurant.

Perfect for divers and sea lovers, Hotel Brancamaria provides the ideal base to explore the dramatic cliffs, caves, and beaches of one of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular coastlines.

 

 

 

How to get there

Arrival

  • Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) is the closest airport, located about 105 km from the hotel (approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes by car).
  • Private transfers can be arranged by the hotel upon request.
  • Check-in time is from 3:00 pm.

Departure

  • Check-out time is by 11:00 am.
  • Private transfers to Olbia Airport are available upon request.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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