Su Gologone embodies the essence of Sardinia. Only 25km from the nearest beach, the hotel is surrounded by Mediterranean flora – geraniums, hydrangeas, bougainvillea and prickly pears – and steeped in the art and culture of a part of the world that is both rugged and refined. Every detail of the hotel reflects the character its location. The furnishings and materials – juniper wood, terracotta and inlaid plaster – are deeply authentic. Stay with us and enjoy warm hospitality, untainted nature, enduring customs and mouth-watering cuisine.

Walking through the door of an unexpected world, where nature has its home, art is everywhere and Sardinian traditions embody life. Su Gologone is not a hotel, it is an experience. A pleasant surprise in every corner, a warm smile with every gaze.
In exquisite Barbagia, a severe and yet surprising stretch in Sardinia, the sea a few dozens of miles away, hides a world full of junipers and embroidery, terracotta and inlaid work, Sardinian artists of the Novecento and a strong culinary tradition.

HISTORY
Su Gologone started, in fact, as a restaurant in 1967. The founder, Giuseppe “Peppeddu” Palimodde wanted to offer traditional food in an area full of bandits, close to the Su Gologone natural spring, an idea was met with initial scepticism. An yet, with the help of his wife Pasqua, capable of concocting sublime dishes, the first restaurant in Oliena became so popular that people came from far and wide to taste its delicacies. The love for Sardinia epitomised in the food prepared with care and dedication.

Following such a success, there came the idea of offering accommodation to the clients: the initial eight rooms became thirty-three in 1975, up to the current seventy. Still, calling them “rooms” would be diminishing; they are, in fact, journeys into Sardinian art, culture and hospitality. Giovanna Palimodde, daughter of Peppeddu, is the author of the external décor and the room arrangement. From the magical Bar Tablao, theatre of unforgettable aperitifs, to the Terrace of Dreams and of Wishes, where you can gaze at the stars, without forgetting the marvellous Botteghe d’Arte Su Gologone Style. An explosive, tireless mind, Giovanna reinvents the décor every year: each visit thus becomes a new discovery.
 
Unspoilt nature, the sense and taste for Sardinian art, the love for authentic, exquisite cuisine. Come and discover the secrets hiding in this magical Sardinia location.

ACCOMMODATION
Each of rooms is unique and embodies the rich artistic traditions of Sardinian culture. Featuring original art, textiles and artisan furnishings, Su Gologone's decor is full of surprises - there's a delight for the eye in every nook and corner.

BARS & CUISINE
• MAGIC TABLAO
Designed by Giovanna Palimodde, it’s an enchanting place to sip an aperitif and try some Sardinian artichoke and wild antipasti, against the breathtaking backdrop of the Supramonte.
Whiter than white rocks, coloured cushions and juniper trunks form the backdrop to this magic place, offering a splendid view on the Supramonte. Enjoy a superb cocktail party with finger food, warm sauces or wild thistles, among the many options, combined with grappa and herb or berries-based liqueurs. If you want to experience the authentic soul of Sardinia for an evening or just a few hours, look no further: the mind-blowing scenery of Sardinian nature will grant dear memories.
• FRANCESCO CIUSA’S BAR
Choose the internal room or the patio for a drink. Francesco Ciusa’s art is the star attraction of a space epitomising culture and beauty.
Next to the entrance of the Experience Hotel Su Gologone, Francesco Ciusa’s art triumphs in this decidedly original bar. Among the most acclaimed Sardinian artists of the Novecento, an aperitif or a coffee drunk here become a journey into the art and culture of a unique island. Sit at the outdoor patio or inside and experience precious moments, where fantasy is at one with tradition. This is indeed a little gem with hidden corners and many exceptional surprises.
• THE SWIMMING POOL GAZEBO BAR
Snacks and relax.
If you are unwinding by the pool, you’ll only need to walk a few steps to enjoy a summer meal, with snacks, several salads, cured meats, cheese and other local specialities. 
Hues of red distinguish this delightful space next to the swimming pool: the Gazebo Bar is the place to go for tasty salads or light snacks.
Relax on a hammock in the shade and restore body and soul. Admire the details of a stone fountain with coloured tiles or have a take on unusual wooden games, enjoying the joyful Barbagia atmosphere: these are coloured notes in a matchless setting. Here, even a dip in the pool, followed by a tasty summer lunch, becomes an unforgettable experience.
• DINNER IN THE HERB GARDEN
Enter the most genuine tastes..
Relaxing amid scents of herbs and on soft cushions, savouring aperitifs with the pale sun setting behind Mount Ortobene.
Colour and vitality are part and parcel of Su Gologone, where every space comes to life and conveys energy. What may look like a simple supper, turns out, in fact, to be a triumph of taste and delicacy: on the last terrace step in the Vegetable Garden you will find juniper tables, adorned with coloured chairs and linen runners, decorated with aromatic herbs, chilli peppers and small tomatoes. The tiny led-lights brighten up the scene in such a subtle way that they look like fireflies, evoking distant memories.
Enter the most genuine tastes, with local specialities, home-made pasta and vegetables such as zucchini and thyme fritters or ricotta patties, without forgetting the big selection of exquisite cheeses and many other delicacies.
Last but not least, you will enjoy a sublime dessert and a home-made ricotta, myrtle and strawberry tree ice cream.
Let the scents and tastes of Sardinia entice you.
• DINNER AT THE BREAD’S NEST
Su Gologone’s Nido del Pane ( “Bread Nest”) lies at the heart of the hotel.
Here you can watch how Sardinian women, dressed in typical Oliena traditional costumes, have been making bread for centuries.
A treasure trove of unexpected ideas, you will even find a garden dedicated to the famous graphic novel, Tex Willer, at Su Gologone. After having visited its staggering collection of succulents, a door opens onto the Bread’s nest, dedicated to the many types of Sardinian bread. There will be a baking demonstration of bread and focaccia with vegetables and aromatic herbs, followed by various tastings. A joyful meal ensues, with a choice of appetizers, a soup and pasta tasting and cheese-based specialities.
The desserts and digestives will be served in the Terrace of Wishes, a superb space where a big urn contains the various messages written on the spur of the moment.   If you wish upon a star, then, what better chance to gaze at them than the astounding Stargazing night in the nearby Terrace of Dreams?
Astronomers will guide you in the staggering recognition of the many stars in the pristine, Sardinian sky, making this an unforgettable experience.
• SOS NIDOS
Relaxing amid scents of herbs and on soft cushions, savouring the recipes of "Centenarios”.
Sos Nidos, the nests, are the expression of Giovanna's creative flair.
Relaxing in the woods between the juniper sheepfold, olive trees, holm oaks, in front of the Supramont; amid scents of herbs and on soft cushions, savouring the recipes of "Centenarios".
• CUISINE
Sardinian cuisine expresses a simple approach to life, imbued in its cheeses, spit-roasted meats, pane carasau, handmade pasta, olive oil and distinctive wines.
At Su Gologone, mealtimes are saturated with the fragrances and flavours of Barbagia. Breakfast is a delectable offering of Oliena honey, conserves, cheeses and charcuterie, as well as our own breads and pastries. Lunch and dinner are laced with local character too. Savour maccarones de busa (handmade bucatini) and culurgiones (ravioli filled with local ricotta), porceddu allo spiedo (spit-roasted suckling piglet), and seadas al miele (honey fritters). Meals with us will be memories that linger!
• A LA CARTE TYPICAL RESTAURANT
Su Gologone’s restaurant is spread across a terrace with stunning views and rooms decorated with Sardinian art and crafts.
The scent of meat slowly roasting over an open fire is bound to entice you in!
Its à la carte menu features classic Barbagia dishes, and much of the produce comes directly from own farm and vegetable garden. 
Next to the restaurant, the hotel shop sells Sardinian foods to take home as mementos, alongside local artisanal tableware and utensils.
• DINNER AT THE COURT OF KING
The bricks used for the floor and the stone columns date from the 17th century; the wooden tables are adorned with typical Sardinian panniers; and the vibrantly coloured plates are enamelled iron.
Elevate your senses and enter a new dimension, conveyed by the warm Sardinian hospitality and its superb food and wine.
Behind the front gate you will be met with a real court offering a matchless experience; greeted by exquisite local wine, accompanied by almond-based specialities and, you will look up and a stage will open in front of you, epitomising Sardinian culture and tastes.
The path is artfully marked by candles and ferns, making this a most exclusive, inviting atmosphere: from the clay and wood oven where Barbagia ladies prepare bread and pasta to the roasting pit where juicy meats are cooked, following the tradition. A triumph of scents and tastes, combined with the joy and charm of Sardinian traditions: traditional artefacts are seen alongside Tenores singing or dance groups putting on their fabulous show. Here, everything speaks of authenticity and the beauty of the Sardinian culture, lived to its fullest in this authentic Sardinian hamlet.

WELLBEING
• SWIMMING POOL
Although the wonderful Sardinian seaside is just a handful of kilometres away, the swimming pool is an excellent alternative.
Water is an invaluable asset and the hotel is lucky in being so close to a marvellous spring, called Su Gologone, which fuels the fantastic, 25-metre swimming pool. Immersed in the silence of Barbagia, enlightened by vibrant, coloured cushions crafted in the Botteghe d’Arte, the swimming pool is an oasis of peace and relax. Take a dip and let the water caress you, with the Sardinian countryside on the background, or simply read a book and relax.
Close to the swimming pool you will find a hot tub and a gym with Technogym gear. At Su Gologone, nothing is left to chance and this attention to details will make your stay a memorable one. 
• YOGA & REIKI
Just before dawn and at dusk, when Su Gologone slips into the blue hour, take a yoga class in the aromatic setting of the Herb Garden, or high on the Terrazzo dei Desideri, where land meets sky.
• GYM
A roomy space, close to the swimming pool, fitted with state-of-the-art machinery and tools to enjoy physical activities.
• SPA
Where you can restore body and soul, with two massage rooms, beauty and relax treatments.
• SURAJ VARMA
One of the best holistic therapists in the world.
His treatments are known for their ability to pinpoint problem areas and provide long-lasting results, whether it is for stress management, backache, insomnia, poor circulation, stiff muscles, or more complex illness related to the imbalance of Tridoshas (Vatha, Pitha and Kapha).

LE BOTTEGHE SU GOLOGONE
Embroidery, textiles, ceramics, jewellery, woodwork and wrought iron objects, all created by skilled master weavers and artisans, are displayed across the Botteghe d’Arte. Some pieces are limited editions; others are unique.  

Everything used to furnish Su Gologone can be purchased here. Displayed in a beautiful piece of 1940s furniture, there are also infusions, essential oils and bath products made using aromatic herbs like myrtle, juniper, helichrysum reared in the garden.