Starwood Costa Smeralda Resorts, the region's quintessential accommodations defining laid back luxury and Sardinian style, are offering low season rates that can be nearly half the price of rates during summer. Low season is Sept. 13 though Oct. 4. Cala Di Volpe: The 124-guestroom completed renovations in 2008. The hotel was designed as an old fishing village, seamlessly integrating itself into the landscape overlooking the Cala di Volpe Bay. Each of the 97 sea view rooms, 17 suites, and Presidential Suite, feature a rustic elegance with hand-crafted Sardinian furnishings and customized artwork. The hotel features the largest outdoor sea-water pool in Europe, and the "Total Beauty" Spa. www.luxurycollection.com/caladivolpe Low season rates start at $1,260 (895EU) per night, as opposed to upwards of $2,985 (2,120EU) during high season. Cervo Hotel: This luxury Sardinian hotel completed renovations in 2008. Overlooking the famous Piazzetta, the hotel is close to the most renowned designer shops, jewelers, boutiques and nightlife. The 96 freshly decorated guest rooms and suites are done in typical Sardinian style and fitted with refined Sardinian handcrafts. The Cervo Hotel also offers one outdoor heated fresh-water swimming pool, another large outdoor pool by the Tennis Club, and a heated fresh water indoor-pool. www.sheraton.com/cervo Low season rates start at $740 (525 EU) per night opposed to $1,358 (965 EU) per night during high season.