Europe’s cheapest and best-rated seaside towns have been revealed in a new study from Which? Travel.
Each of these bargain beach spots have rooms available for under £100 per night and they’re all just a short flight away from the UK.
And all of the seaside towns have received top marks from Which? members for their beauty, value and attractions.
Find out where to find the best-rated and cheapest seaside towns for a holiday in 2025…
Porto, Portugal
Price: £93 per night
Which? member rating: 88 per cent
It might not be your first thought for a seaside holiday, but Portugal’s second city has plenty to offer.
It might not be your first thought for a seaside holiday, but Portugal’s second city has plenty to offer
Which? recommends visiting Praia de Miramar beach (above) and describes it as pretty
Which? says: ‘Perched on the northern bank of the Douro River, Porto’s array of tascas [traditional restaurants], wine bars and pretty Azulego-tiled buildings sits in a maze of cobblestone streets that tumble down the hillside.’
The travel experts recommend climbing the Clerigos Tower, exploring the city’s museums and visiting the Museu de Arte Contemporanea, which is described as ‘Porto’s answer to the Guggenheim’.
But it’s not just about culture.
Porto’s closest beach is Foz do Douro, which is around 10 minutes from the city by car.
Which adds: ‘There are prettier options, though, between 15 and 30 minutes away, such as Praia de Miramar and Praia de Espinho.’
Nerja, Spain
Price: £97 per night
Which? member rating: 83 per cent
Nerja is ‘one of the more charming towns’ on Spain’s sunny Costa del Sol says Which? Travel
Located on the Costa del Sol, Nerja is the best-value and best-rated seaside town in Spain, according to Which?
It says: ‘Managing to stay a low-rise resort along the Costa del Sol is no easy feat, but Nerja has kept developers, who have reached the likes of Torremolinos and Fuengirola, at bay.
‘The result? It’s one of the more charming towns across this sunny stretch of Spain’s coastline.’
Holidaymakers can expect ‘pretty white buildings teetering along a cliff’ and ‘postcard-perfect coves’, says Which?.
Which? members gave this picturesque resort a four out of five for attractiveness. Its beauty and 10km sandy beach makes Nerja an ‘idyllic seaside holiday hotspot’, according to Which?.
However, the travel experts warn that tourists will need to get to Playa de Calahonda by 10am if they want to secure a parasol during high season.
Chania Town, Crete
Price: £94 per night
Which? member rating: 85 per cent
Chania’s harbour is now ‘lined with pastel coloured bars and restaurants’ which look out over the Mediterranean sea, says Which?
Chania Town’s ‘turbulent history’ means it ‘boasts a fascinating architectural landscape’, says Which?
The travel experts say: ‘You’ll find sculptures and buildings studded with mosaics built by the Romans, a pink multi-domed mosque constructed by the Ottomans and a lighthouse and harbour left by the Venetians.’
Chania’s harbour is now ‘lined with pastel coloured bars and restaurants’ which look out over the Mediterranean sea, says Which?.
Tourists can explore Chania’s ‘labyrinth of narrow streets studded with cafes, boutique shops and galleries’.
And when it comes to beaches, head to Neo Chora, a 1km long beach that’s backed by fish restaurants.
Rhodes, Greece
Price: £87 per night
Which? member rating: 85 per cent
Rhodes is an ‘excellent choice for history buffs’ with a ‘well organised beach’, says Which? Travel
The second choice for a cheap seaside break in Greece is Rhodes, which is described as a destination where tourists will ‘feel the pulse of European history’.
The travel experts says: ‘It’s split into two parts. The old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, located within a mighty four-kilometre-long wall built to fortify the city.’
Within the old town, holidaymakers will find restaurants and bars located on medieval streets as well as the ruins of the Temple of Aphrodite.
Outside of the citadel is Rhodes’ ‘newer, more modern town’.
Which? adds: ‘It’s an excellent choice for history buffs eager to learn more, but equally, you can simply admire the varied architecture and crumbling ruins from the comfort of a hospitable taverna or the town’s well organised beach.’
Athens, Greece
Price: £99 per night
Which? member rating: 80 per cent
The last recommended ‘seaside town’ is the Greek capital, Athens, with its ‘wealth of ancient ruins’
Which? recommends heading to one of the beaches on the Athens Riviera outside the city
The last recommended ‘seaside town’ is the Greek capital, Athens. Which? says: ‘It’s modern, with a thriving street art scene and diverse nightlife, with everything from relaxed tavernas and buzzy rooftop cocktail bars to super clubs.’
But Athens offers more than buzz.
Which? says: ‘Unlike many capitals, Athens is punctuated not only by a beach but also by a wealth of ancient ruins.’
The travel experts recommend ticking the Parthenon off your list and unwinding at an Aegean Sea beach on the Athens Riviera once you’ve ‘tired of cultural sights’.
Athens’ closest beach, Edem, can be reached on a tram from the city in just 25 minutes.
However, Which? adds that there are prettier and more peaceful beaches for those willing to venture a ‘little further afield’.
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