Four-star holidays

We're not wrong when we say nothing beats a holiday, but sometimes you just want that extra sprinkle. An extra sprinkle of fun. Luxury. Relaxation. All-singing, all-dancing all-inclusive package holidays. Whatever it is, you can find it here. Doesn't matter if you've got your eye on sunny Spain or a Turkey getaway, a four-star holiday gives you that extra something you're looking for. The 'ahhh' feeling when you dip your toe in the whirlpool. The 'mmmm' when you take a bite of your first helping from the breakfast buffet. The 'oooo' when you find those fancy slippers and bathrobes in your room that make you feel like a VIP. And our last minute holidays mean you get all of that, but ASAP. These might be the 'little things' but they sure do make your summer holidays feel super special.

Our favourite four-star hotels

Four-star 2026/2027 holidays

A four-star holiday to somewhere hot (Tenerife holidays, we're looking at you) without breaking the bank? That's the dream, and it's very much bookable. So if you're wondering what kind of holidays the next few months have in store, grab your sunnies and take a look at these cheap holidays abroad...

Four-star family holidays

The kids want their ice cream. The adults want their spa day. Your cousin is the fussiest eater you know. The solution? A four-star family holiday. Guaranteed smiles all round.

Four-star couples holidays

A break away with bae? Amazing. In a four-star hotel? Perfect. Make your holiday with your fave person even better with one of these fancy four-star deals - including super-sunny holidays to Fuerteventura and all-inclusive Turkey deals. Don't mind if we do...

Four-star beach holidays

We’re talking four-star fun with the beach just a short hop away. You’ll be covered in sun cream and sand in no time if you snap up one of these bad boys. Can't beat a bit of Greece, and Lanzarote holidays? Well, they never go out of style...

Four-star hotels in Majorca

Majorca is absolutely stacked with brilliant four-star hotels, from family-friendly all-inclusive resorts in Alcudia to modern beachfront properties along the west coast. Whatever your holiday style, you'll find a four-star that nails it.

Four-star hotels in Spain

Mainland Spain is packed with four-star all-inclusive options, especially along the Costa del Sol where the hotel scene has been going from strength to strength.

Four-star all-inclusive holidays in Turkey

Turkey does four-star all-inclusive better than almost anywhere, and the value is hard to beat. From the family mega-resorts of Antalya to the quieter Aegean coast, a four-star in Turkey often feels like five.

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A four-star hotel hits the middle ground between comfortable and properly impressive. You can expect well-furnished rooms with quality bedding, air conditioning and a proper bathroom (not a curtain-rail shower and a sad soap). Most four-star properties have at least one on-site restaurant with decent food, a swimming pool, a bar, and often extras like a spa, fitness centre or kids' club. Staff are generally more attentive, rooms are cleaned daily, and the whole feel is a step up from a standard package hotel without the price tag of a five-star.

Three-star hotels cover the basics well, clean rooms, a pool, maybe a buffet restaurant. Four-star hotels add the polish: better furnishings, more dining options, larger pools, on-site leisure facilities and a noticeable jump in service quality. The difference shows most at meal times (more variety, better presentation, often a la carte options alongside the buffet) and in the room itself (bigger, better-equipped, usually with a proper balcony). It's the difference between a good holiday and one where you genuinely don't want to leave the hotel.

If you're the type who dreads doing the "how much have we spent?" maths on day four, absolutely. Four-star all-inclusive packages cover your meals, drinks and usually snacks and entertainment too, all in a hotel that's a genuine step up in quality. You get the relaxation of not thinking about costs with the comfort of a properly good hotel. They're especially good value in destinations like Turkey and the Costa del Sol, where four-star all-inclusive prices can be surprisingly competitive.

Some of the best value four-star deals on On the Beach are in Turkey, where the all-inclusive scene is second to none and prices stay competitive even in peak season. Majorca and mainland Spain also deliver strong four-star value, especially if you travel in shoulder season (May, June, September, October). Booking early or snapping up a last minute deal can both save you a chunk, depending on your flexibility.

You absolutely can. Properties like Holiday World Resort in Benalmadena and Belkon Hotel in Belek combine four-star all-inclusive packages with waterpark access, pools with slides and splash zones for the kids. If waterparks are a priority, check out our waterpark holidays page for more options.