Luxury Holidays 2026 / 2027

Luxury holidays

Luxury holidays for when you're feeling fancy. Find cheap luxury holidays, 5 star beach breaks and luxury all inclusive holidays from the UK & Ireland – book now for high quality hotels at low prices with ultra low deposits.

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Live the lux life with one of our luxury holidays. We're talking only the swankiest hotels with a 4 or 5-star rating that everyone is raving about in the ole' comment section (okay, we mean TripAdvisor reviews, same thing, right?) Whether you're after luxury all inclusive holidays where everything's sorted from the moment you land, or a boutique 5 star hotel where you can splash out on à la carte whenever the mood takes you, we've got luxury holiday packages with flights from airports across the UK & Ireland – and every single one comes with at least a 4-star or higher TripAdvisor rating.


Show & Ho-tell

Picture it; gorge rooms, the finest of fine dining and all the facilities you could ever need. If you’re curious about what we’re banging on about, then keep reading, we’ve got a lil’ taste of what you can typically expect from your luxury holidays:

  • Keep connected with FREE Wi-Fi everywhere, from the room to the poolside. It’s never a bad time to update your Insta-story.

  • A team of staff with English on hand to make sure you’re looked after with ease.

  • Squeaky clean public spaces that’d have Mrs Hinch beaming with pride.

  • Rooms that come fully equipped with everything you’ll need for a lush stay: we’re talking free air-con, a flat screen-TV, storage space for days and all the little luxy bits and bobs like a hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and a safe.

  • Stylish sunbeds surrounding the pool that aren’t gonna require any early morning dashes with a mountain of towels to get 'em on lock.

  • A stunning spa perfect for a pamper sesh from massages to beauty treatments that’ll have you feeling like a celeb.

  • ‘No Beachwear’ policies in the restaurants so you don’t feel like you’ve stopped off at the cabana. Enjoy your elegant evening meal in style.


Upgrade Fever

Why stick to the standard rooms when an upgrade is exactly what a boujee beacher would go for on luxury family holidays. We’ve got you covered with everything from swim-up suites to chic luxury suites and even rooms that come with private hot tubs. Sometimes splashing out isn’t top of the to do list, but with extra swank like this, it’s hard not to want to.

Cherry Picking, Lux Style

Among our hand-picked Luxury Hotels you can find award winner hotels such as Ikos Andalusia in Spain and Grand Hotel Residencia in Gran Canaria; You can find hotels in stunning locations such as Hotel Faro, a Lopesan Collection Hotel in Las Palmas; You can find hotels with excellent Thalasso & Spa centers such as the Cascade Wellness & Lifestyle Resort in Portugal or Great Adults-only luxury stays such as at the Hotel Monte Mulini - Adults Only (16+) in Croatia. Whatever your perfect escape looks like, we’ve got you covered.

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Budget-friendly deals on luxury holidays

Yep, they're a thing. Holidays are always on the cards for us - next week, next year (shout-out to our 2027 holidays) - so why not make it easy on the eyes and your wallet? We've picked out three super-swanky spots that'll have you living your best life in no time. Don't just take our word for it, though. Paul from our Marketing team recently took a cheeky trip to Mitsis Blue Domes and he hasn't stopped banging on about it since. Especially the gyros takeaway along the beachfront. Oh, and the cocktails from the bar next to reception. And the fact you can access all the restaurant menus on your phone before you even get there. Yeah. He talks about it a lot.

Luxury All Inclusive Holidays

Why choose between luxury and all inclusive when you can have both? Luxury all inclusive holidays take everything you love about a five-star getaway – the stunning rooms, the à la carte restaurants, the spa, the poolside service – and wrap it all up in one price so you never have to think about a bill again. No signing for drinks, no tallying up dinner tabs, no end-of-holiday invoice that makes your eyes water. Just pure, unapologetic indulgence from the moment you check in to the moment you (reluctantly) check out.

The best luxury all inclusive resorts go way beyond the standard buffet-and-a-beer setup. We're talking Michelin-star menus, premium cocktails mixed by someone who actually knows what a Negroni is, private beach cabanas, and spa treatments included in the price. Turkey does luxury all inclusive like nowhere else – five-star resorts in Belek with marble spas, multiple à la carte restaurants and entertainment programmes that could rival a West End show. Greece brings the Mediterranean elegance – think beachfront resorts on Corfu or Kos with complimentary wine lists curated by sommeliers and dine-out experiences at local restaurants, all included. And on the Costa del Sol, you'll find some of the most talked-about luxury all inclusive hotels in Europe, with Michelin-starred chefs, private pools and enough facilities to keep everyone from toddlers to grandparents entertained.

Here are three luxury all inclusive hotels worth getting excited about:

Best holidays with boujee vibes

Don't worry, we've got lots of 'em. We're talking all the five-star essentials you could ask for on your 2026 holidays, from a la carte dining to swanky facilities. But why stop at five-star bliss? We've got the ultimate treat yourself picks, like one of our swim-up room stays, or you can ditch the noise and find your next perfect stay away from the kids (hey, we're not judging).

We've got luxury jollies for everyone...

We don't care what anyone says, staying in a proper fancy hotel just makes your holiday feel super special. Bubbles on arrival. More restaurants than you can shake a stick at. Swim-up rooms. Bathrobes and slippers. That free little basket of fruit in your room. And, newsflash: it doesn't have to cost the earth. Luxury for less? That's kind of our jam - whoever you're taking...

The whole fam

Picking the perfect spot for your family holibobs can be a right mission, especially when everyone wants different things. The grumpy teen who's too cool for kids' clubs (but apparently not for waterparks). The little one who only cares about chicken nuggets. The dad who convinces everyone to play mini golf even though it always ends in an argument (quickly resolved with ice cream). A luxury jolly with the kids is your chance to spend less time worrying, and more time thinking about the important things - like making memories that you won't forget anytime soon. Time to make it one for the books.

The grown-ups (no kids allowed - soz)

Our fave adult-only properties feature all the grown-up things - like spa centres and swim-up rooms, bringing you the holiday of your dreams. And...they all come with the added bonus of no noisy kiddos (no offence - we love 'em, but there's only so many times we can hear Baby Shark without it ruining our pina colada). Whether you're leaving the bigger kids at home or just looking for a jolly where you can escape other families (no judging here), we've got luxury hotels that are an ideal slice of paradise. Whether it's holidays to Lanzarote you're looking for, a boujee holiday to Santorini or something far beyond like one of our Cape Verde holidays - there's no screaming or crying here. Just you, your drink and the sun beaming down. Bliss.

The lovebirds

Looking for romance? Well, not to be biased, but jetting off to somewhere sunny is definitely the best way to keep that spark going. Think hand-in-hand strolls down a Barbados beach, comparing tan-lines by the pool, and dancing your sandals off at the evening entertainment. Team that with a proper boujee hotel with all the swanky wine and killer sunset vibes, and you're onto a winner. Whether you fancy sizzlin' Morocco or good ol' Greece, we've got you covered.

The bargain-hunters

Haven't you heard? Boujee beach holidays aren't just for the A-listers - not anymore (and not when you book with us). We're all about the 5-star vibes without the 5-figure invoice, if you catch our drift. That's why we have our fair share of cheap luxury getaways, so grab your shades and get ready to make some epic memories. You'll be sunbathing along the world's top shores, feeling like you've just stepped into a Hollywood movie - without all the drama.

The 'get us there ASAP' crew

Luxury is closer than you think. Sure, there are all those tropical places (and we'll get onto those next), but they aren't the only fancy-pants destinations out there. Trust us, we're all about having you on the beach quick time with our cheap holiday abroad and short-haul picks. Think all the classics, like Tenerife holidays, the Balearics or Greece. You're just a few hours away from sipping your first cocktail in 5-star heaven. Of course, if that's not doing the do then you can always go mid-haul. Far enough from home to feel like an escape from reality, but not quite the-other-side-of-the-world far. With our mid-haul holidays, you could be on the beach in the same amount of time it takes to binge-watch a few eps from your fave show. Whether it's Egypt or one of our holidays to Turkey that you've got your eye on, you'd better prepare for pure relaxation...

The long-haul fans

We're just gonna say it. Long-haul holidays aren't as daunting as you might think, especially when you book with us (we treat our long-haul jollies with all the same love and flexible payment plans as our short-haul ones). Plus, when you've got exotic sands, blazing sun and balmy waters waiting on the other side, that long flight suddenly becomes a lot more bearable. We've got a bunch of long-haul destinations on offer for your luxury vibes. We're talking holidays to Thailand, Mexico, the Caribbean and beyond - all with top-tier hotels to choose from, and cracking facilities.

The LGBTQ+ crowd

This way to paradise! Think everything from amazing facilities to gorg pools and delish restaurants, all in an environment where you can be 100% authentically YOU (just how it should be). We've got plenty of inclusive hotels that champion the awesomeness of the LGBTQ+ community, including some pretty swish 5-star getaways. Whether you're looking for a couples' holiday or a bangin' break with your group of friends, our stack of gay-friendly hotels are on hand to keep the good vibes flowing.

Where to go for boujee vibes

Turkey

Turkey holidays are top-tier for value, and we're here to spill the beans on their posh side, where it's all infinity pools, gourmet dinners and suites big enough to get lost in. Even if you're off on a family jolly, you could be sipping on a chilled glass of whatever-you-fancy while the kiddos are off getting covered in mud, paint and goodness-knows-what at the epic kids' club,  or splashing about in pools that're WAY fancier than the local baths down the road from you. Who said luxury hols were an adults-only game? Although, if that's your vibe then there's plenty opportunity for a couples' holiday to Turkey with a boujee twist. Private pools, swanky spas, restaurants so fancy you can hardly pronounce the menu. It's the perfect way to up your Netflix & Chill routine. Oh, and say hey to your Insta followers from us 👋🌴

The Canaries

Not to toot our own horns, but we've got a pretty enviable range of swanky hotels in the Canaries that'll suit even the pickiest of beachers. We've got beachfront gems in the likes of Costa Adeje, Playa Blanca, Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles, just waiting for you to snap them up. Whether you opt for good ol' Tenerife, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria or Fuerteventura, you can't go wrong with a break in the Canaries for a boujee break. They've got year-round sunshine, superb hotels, fab facilities for the kiddos and entertainment for all ages. Not to mention great value for money, which we're all about...

Greece

Greece is calling (always), and we've got your golden ticket to luxury without the yikes-inducing price tag. That's what Greece holidays are all about, so you can be sipping ouzo right by the Aegean, living your best life - all without breaking the bank. Seriously, we've got deals that'd make even the gods of Mount Olympus jel. It's giving the life of Hercules on a Hermes budget whether you fancy Corfu or Crete, so take your pick and kick back in style.,

Majorca

Fancy? Majorca? Uh yah - catch up! This beachy gem isn't just a dot on the map, it's like the ultimate holiday destination with all the sunkissed sands and sangria vibes. Of course we've got the inside scoop on cheap luxury spots that'll have you swooning, because 5-star hotels in Majorca are packed with mega pools, swanky rooms and fun for the whole crew. Slide into those flip-flops and prepare to make some waves...

Dubai

When it comes to luxury, you can't really top a Dubai holiday, we're talking beaches nabbed straight from a postcard, 10/10 grub and all the swanky shopping you've been dreaming of (nightmare fuel for the ole' credit card). Splashing the cash doesn't have to mean you short change yourself on a luxury jolly, sometimes, more is more, and with our pick of the boujiest hotels right at your fingertips, we'd bet our bottom dollar you'll find the perfect pick with plenty of pools, gorg rooms and swanky spas that'll have you oohing and ahhing til' the cows come home.

What could be more luxurious than not even deciding where to go till the last minute? Now usually booking early does get you a better price BUT some of the best luxury hotel deals happen when rooms need filling at short notice, and a five-star resort would rather drop the price than have suites sitting empty. That's where it gets interesting.

The best months for last-minute luxury are May, June, September and October, when the big-name resorts across Turkey, Greece and Spain still have room but the peak-season rush hasn't hit (or has just wound down). Use the search bar at the top of this page and tick "I'm flexible with dates" to scan a wider window for the cheapest combinations. Sort by price, filter by 5-star, and you might be surprised what pops up.

Turkey is where last-minute luxury really delivers. Five-star all-inclusive resorts in Belek that would cost a fortune in July regularly appear at properly competitive prices in late May or early October, with the same sunshine, the same pools and the same à la carte restaurants. Greece and the Costa del Sol run a similar pattern, with beachfront luxury hotels cutting rates to fill shoulder-season availability.

With low deposits, you can lock in a last-minute luxury deal without paying the full amount upfront, and our flexible payment plans mean you can spread the rest.

Popular hotels for a luxe feel

We know our stuff about beach holidays, and - believe it or not - we know a lot about fancy ones too. Mix it all together, and what do you get? Well, you get the idea. That's why we're shining the spotlight on these beaut hotels that you lot seem to LOVE for a bit of 5-star action. Think loads of different room types, dining options fit for a celeb, and show-stopping facilities to enjoy all holibobs long. From beachfront breaks in Cyprus to a classic all-inclusive Turkey getaway, these guys will sort you right out.

FAQs

What is a luxury holiday?

A luxury holiday can be all sorts of things. Think swim-up rooms, relaxing spas, private beaches, infinity pools and EVEN more. Partner this with top-notch service, attention to detail and that WOW factor, and then you have your luxury holiday. With our range of five-star resorts across many destinations, both short-haul and long-haul, winter and summer holidays, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to picking your next luxury jolly.

Where is the most luxurious holiday destination?

Luxury can be found around the world. Whether you're fancying a short-haul trip to the Balearics or going a bit further afield to the Maldives, we have a beautiful selection of ideal hotels for your search for a bit of luxury and relaxation. Think spas, infinity pools, white sand beaches and oceans so crystal blue we could just sit and stare at them all day. We also have a great selection of five-star resorts in the likes of Turkey, Greece and Spain.

Do all luxury holidays have long flights?

A lot of luxury holidays are in long-haul destinations that offer paradisical settings such as Barbados or the Dominican Republic. This means a longer flight time to get to where you want to get (but trust us, it's definitely worth it once you get there).

However, luxury can also be found closer to home. With beautiful five-star resorts across our short-haul and mid-haul destinations, you don't have to go further to get what you want. With gorgeous resorts in Greece, Turkey and more, that slice of luxury you long for may just be closer than you think.

Where do celebrities go on holiday?

Well, we're not paps but we kind of have a bit of the down low on where some celebs head on their holidays. We're talking about Sofia Vergara in Mykonos, Rihanna in Barbados or Gwyneth Paltrow in Majorca. Or you can head to one of our luxurious Maldives resorts and live like a celeb yourself.

Why should I choose On the Beach for my luxury holiday?

Well, if you're searching for luxury then we can definitely provide it. Alongside our fantastic range of hotels and destinations, we strive to make your holiday experience EVEN better. We offer flexible payment options and low deposits, meaning you can spread the cost for your luxury jolly. We are also the home of holiday perks, meaning that slice of luxury can start earlier than you once thought. We send over 1.5 million people on their holibobs each year, meaning you can book with confidence when booking with us. Happy holiday booking!

What are the best luxury all inclusive holiday destinations?

If you want proper luxury with everything included, a few destinations absolutely smash it. Turkey is the undisputed king of luxury all inclusive value – resorts in Belek serve up marble spas, multiple à la carte restaurants, premium drinks and private beaches at prices that feel almost too good to be true. Greece does it with Mediterranean style – the Ikos resorts across Corfu, Kos and Halkidiki are regularly named among the best all-inclusive hotels in the world, with Michelin-star dining and complimentary day trips included. The Costa del Sol in Spain brings the sun and the sophistication – think beachfront five-star all-inclusive resorts just a couple of hours from the UK & Ireland. And if you're after something further afield, the Maldives and Caribbean deliver that bucket-list luxury with overwater villas, private pools and cocktails you didn't have to think twice about ordering.

Can I get a cheap luxury holiday?

You absolutely can – cheap luxury holidays are kind of our thing. The trick is knowing where and when to look. Turkey offers genuinely astonishing value at the five-star level – you can get a luxury all inclusive holiday with marble spas, à la carte dining and private beaches for a fraction of what you'd pay in the Balearics or the Caribbean. The Canary Islands are brilliant for cheap luxury too – year-round sunshine, gorgeous five-star hotels and short flights from the UK & Ireland. Timing matters as well: shoulder season (May, June, September, October) tends to be the sweet spot for luxury at lower prices, and midweek departures can knock a decent chunk off vs weekend flights. We've also got flexible payment plans and low deposits from just £19pp, so you can lock in that five-star break now and spread the cost. Cheap luxury holidays don't mean cutting corners – they mean being clever about it.

Are 5 star holidays worth it?

In a word: yes. There's a reason people who book 5 star holidays tend to book them again – once you've had the experience of walking into a room where everything just works (the air con's already on, the bed is enormous, there's a balcony with a view that makes you want to cry a little), it's quite hard to go back. Five-star hotels consistently deliver on the things that actually make a holiday feel special: properly good food across multiple restaurants instead of one buffet, facilities that go beyond a pool and a gym, attentive service that remembers your name and your drink order, and that general feeling of "someone has thought about every detail here." The gap between a solid four-star and a genuine five-star is less about thread count and more about the overall experience – the spa, the dining options, the quality of the cocktails, the state of the grounds. And with our range of cheap luxury holidays and flexible payments, a 5 star holiday doesn't have to come with a five-figure price tag.

What are the best luxury holidays for families?

Turkey and the Canary Islands are the two standouts. Turkey's Belek coast has five-star all-inclusive resorts with kids' clubs, waterslides, multiple pools and enough space that parents can actually relax while the children are entertained.

The Canaries work year-round, with family-friendly luxury hotels in Costa Adeje (Tenerife), Maspalomas (Gran Canaria) and Playa Blanca (Lanzarote) that combine proper sunshine with short flight times from the UK & Ireland. Greece is another strong pick, especially Crete and Kos, where the Ikos resorts run dedicated kids' programmes with local cooking classes, treasure hunts and beach activities that go well beyond the usual colouring-in corner.

Are there luxury holidays for adults only?

Plenty. Adults-only luxury hotels strip out the kids' clubs and splash pools and replace them with infinity pools, cocktail bars and the kind of silence you forgot existed.

Greece has some of the best, with boutique adults-only properties on Santorini, Mykonos and Corfu. Croatia's Istrian Riviera has seriously stylish options too, with hotels like Hotel Monte Mulini in Rovinj offering Michelin-level dining and pine-shaded pools overlooking the Adriatic.

For long-haul, the Maldives is the gold standard, with overwater villas, private dining on the beach and spa treatments that make your local salon look like a bus stop.

Can I get a last-minute luxury holiday?

You can, and sometimes the deals are better than booking months ahead. Five-star resorts would rather drop the price on empty suites than leave them sitting there, so last-minute luxury availability is more common than you'd think. Turkey, Greece and the Costa del Sol are the best bets, especially in May, June, September and October when the weather is still excellent but peak demand has eased. Use the search bar at the top of this page, tick "I'm flexible with dates" and filter by 5-star to see what's available right now.

What are the best luxury holiday destinations with a short flight?

If you want luxury without the long haul, the Mediterranean has you covered. The Costa del Sol is around two and a half hours from most UK & Ireland airports and has some of the most talked-about five-star resorts in Europe. The Balearics (Majorca and Ibiza in particular) are a similar flight time with boutique hotels, private villas and beach clubs that genuinely compete with anywhere in the Caribbean. Greece is three to four hours and packed with luxury options from Santorini's clifftop suites to Corfu's beachfront all-inclusives. Turkey's Belek coast is around four hours and offers five-star all-inclusive at prices that feel like a genuine bargain compared to Western Europe. The Canary Islands are about four and a half hours with year-round sunshine, making them the best short-haul option for a winter luxury break.

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