Beach holidays can be enhanced when you choose the right beach hotel

The concept of a beach hotel can be defined in various ways: while for many, it's simply a hotel that is situated by the beach, it's just as often defined as an ideological entity. Beach hotels signify relaxation with plenty of sun, sea and sand, and for some represent a particular 'state of mind'.


There are many great destinations for beach holidays around the world. Spain in particular remains one of the most popular destinations due to the wide variety of beach hotels and ideal climate. The number of people holidaying at top end beach hotels in the Canary Islands and Ibiza is steadily increasing. This is partly due to the fact that, if you choose an optimally located beach hotel, you'll be able to enjoy a fantastic beach holiday in Ibiza or Gran Canaria without having to stay in the heart of club land. You can also find a variety of renowned beach hotels on Spain's Algarve coast and on the coast of Andalucía.


Many travellers also enjoy beach hotels along Italy's Amalfi Coast which is well-known for its beautiful rugged scenery and wild coastal landscape. The area is also listed by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site, so beach holidaymakers interested in a conserved, rather than developed, coastline may find particular enjoyment on the Amalfi Coast. There are a variety of cultural activities on offer for tourists including numerous ancient churches that holidaymakers can visit. But whether you choose to spend your holiday sightseeing on the Amalfi coast or lounging on its beaches, be sure to enjoy the spectacular beach hotels that the area has to offer, such as the Hotel Posa Posa in Positano or Hotel Santa Caterina in Amalfi.

France's Cote d'Azur also offers beach holidaymakers a wide range of top-class beach hotels. So, whether you choose to spend your holiday on the golden beaches of the French Riviera or amidst the buzz of the Cannes Film Festival, the Cote d'Azur's spectacular variety of beach hotels is sure to have something which will appeal to you. Well-established hotels in the Cote d'Azur include Hotel Negresco in Nice and Hotel Martinez in Cannes, a popular destination for film stars during the annual film festival.


Most travel agents and travel websites will be able to help you find the perfect beach hotel for your beach holiday. So, whether you're looking for beach hotels in destinations from Costa del Sol and Bordeaux to Thailand and Sri Lanka, your beach holiday is sure to be a memorable one when you choose the right beach hotel for you.