# W Sardinia officially opens; Delta launches JFK-Olbia nonstop service

_May 17 12:00_

Tags: Delta Air Lines, Delta Hotels Olbia, Marriott Bonvoy, W Sardinia, Italy, JFK, Sardinia, hotel, airline, loyalty program

W Sardinia has officially opened with 157 rooms, starting at 100,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. The opening coincides with Delta's first nonstop JFK-Olbia flights beginning May 20, 2026

## Summary

W Sardinia – Poltu Quatu has officially opened its doors, marking the third W property in Italy. The hotel features 157 rooms and suites, a private marina, and a Wet Deck pool terrace. Room redemptions in Marriott Bonvoy start at 100,000 points per night. The opening aligns with Delta Air Lines launching its first nonstop service from New York's JFK to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB) on May 20, 2026. The property is located about a 40-minute drive from the airport

## Why it matters

Affects Delta Air Lines loyalty members and route planners. Spans 6 hotel programs (Cervo Hotel Costa Smeralda Resort, Delta Hotels Olbia, Marriott Bonvoy...). New route or product — useful for award booking and positioning flights.

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/news/w-hotels-sardinia-poltu-quatu-officially-opens) — Italy's newest W opens in Sardinia with a private marina, Mediterranean views

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