Top 10 Cheapest European Beach Holidays Revealed for 2025

New research has unveiled the most budget-friendly beach destinations in Europe for a summer escape, with hotel prices starting as low as £36 per night. The study, conducted by airport transfer experts at hoppa, analysed various European getaways, scoring them on factors such as average three-star hotel costs to determine the most affordable spots for sun-seeking Britons.

The Top 10 Most Affordable European Beaches

1. Faliraki Beach, Rhodes, Greece

Topping the list is Faliraki Beach in Rhodes, Greece, where hotel prices average at just £36 per night. This destination boasts zero millimetres of summer rainfall and average temperatures of 25.7°C, making it ideal for guaranteed sunshine. Located on the north-eastern coast of Greece, the beach is easily accessible and well-equipped for visitors.

=2. Kašjuni Beach, Split, Croatia

In joint second place, Kašjuni Beach in Split offers hotel stays for around £56 per night. This pebble beach is renowned for its clear, calm waters, stunning views, and snorkelling opportunities. One Tripadvisor reviewer described it as having "amazing clear water, still like a lake... a paradise for swimmers."

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=2. Bačvice Beach, Split, Croatia

Also in Split, Bačvice Beach shares the joint second spot with hotels at £56 per night. Both Croatian beaches enjoy nearly 13 hours of average summer sunshine, perfect for long beach days. Bačvice is also a party hub, ideal for those seeking lively nightlife.

=4. Praia de Faro, Algarve, Portugal

Praia de Faro in Portugal's Algarve region offers hotel stays averaging £59 per night. This three-mile beach is a local favourite, located very close to Faro airport, with short transfer times and limited rainfall.

=4. Praia da Rocha, Algarve, Portugal

Also in the Algarve, Praia da Rocha features hotels at £59 per night. Known for its dramatic ochre-coloured limestone cliffs and wide golden sand, it is one of the Algarve's most iconic beach destinations, balancing natural beauty with resort amenities and vibrant nightlife.

=4. Kolovare Beach, Zadar, Croatia

Kolovare Beach in Croatia boasts the most sunshine hours at 12.9 per day, with hotels at £59. This part-pebble beach is close to Zadar town, offering shops and cafes. It is family-friendly, with lifeguard supervision and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

=7. Agia Marina Beach, Crete, Greece

Agia Marina Beach in Chania, Crete, has hotels averaging £60 per night. This long sandy beach is equipped with sun loungers and parasols, with many dining options nearby. One visitor praised its "clear water and relaxed atmosphere."

=7. Platanias Beach, Crete, Greece

Also in Crete, Platanias Beach offers hotels at £60 per night. Sunbeds can start from as little as €8 (£7) for two. A Tripadvisor review noted it as a "great beach, sandy, pebbly in parts, long and relatively narrow."

9. Myrtos Beach, Kefalonia, Greece

Myrtos Beach on Kefalonia island features hotels at £61 per night. Surrounded by tall marble cliffs and azure waters, it offers a dramatically breathtaking sight, according to Tripadvisor.

=10. Praia da Falésia, Algarve, Portugal

Praia da Falésia, with its dramatic red sandstone cliffs, has hotels averaging £63. Stretching over six kilometres, it is ideal for hikers and walkers. It was awarded first place in the 2024 Travellers' Choice Best of the Best Awards for Beaches.

=10. Tamariz Beach, Cascais, Portugal

Rounding out the list is Tamariz Beach in Cascais, Portugal, with hotels at £63. Located directly by the Estoril railway station, it offers fine sand, clean water, and a sea swimming pool for those uncomfortable in open sea.