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The Best Places For Winter Holidays in Spain in 2019/2020

Published on by Sachin Yadav

For the returning readers among you, you probably know that Spain is one of favorite travel destinations. It’s so diverse when it comes to geography, food, and culture. But one big reason to visit the peninsula at any time of the year is its fabulous weather which makes it a great place for winter holidays in Spain.

Depending on your destination in Spain, you can expect warm temperatures until November and mild temperatures throughout winter. When living in Seville, I remember doing my grocery shopping in a t-shirt and skirt! That’s unthinkable in Northern Europe.

It’s thus crucial to wisely choose your place for a winter break in Spain. Not only do the temperatures vary a lot throughout Spain and its islands, but some destinations are more suited for you according to your traveler’s profile. Winter weather in Spain largely depends on the destination but all the places recommended in this post boast average 15-20°C in the winter. Slow Travel to Bialowieza Forest in Podlasie, PolandPlay Video

That’s why this post is organized according to your travel plans in order to find the best winter sun holidays in Spain. Whether you are an adventurous travel type or looking for cheap winter breaks or luxury winter sun holidays, this article will recommend you the best places for hot winter holidays in Spain.

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Puerto Santiago, Tenerife, in the Spanish Canary Islands

1. Best Places for Cheap Winter Breaks in Spain

Almeria

Cabo de Gata, Almeria

Average winter temperature: 16°C

Almeria and its natural park Cabo de Gata are probably one of the most underrated travel destinations in Spain. Not only during the winter months. However, Almería offers great value for your money.

Flights to Almería and hotels in Almería are generally cheap. Particularly during the winter months. During the cold months, many hotels near Almería and Cabo de Gata offer very attractive deals in order to attract travelers from all over the world.

Mallorca

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Average temperature in winter: 16°C

Mallorca is always a good idea! But particularly during the winter months! Indeed, the largest of the Balearic islands is almost empty during the colder months. That means that you can enjoy its breathtaking landscapes all for yourself.

The airport of Palma de Mallorca is connected to the most important European airports so that it´s particularly easy to reach. Hotel rates and flight prices drop a lot during the winter. Thus Mallorca is one of the most coveted destinations for cheap winter holidays in Spain.

On top, the island can be reached in less than 2 h from most Northern European cities.

Costa de la Luz

Bolonia Beach, Cadiz, Costa de la Luz

Average winter temperature: 17°C

Costa de la Luz (Coast of Light), the coast in southwestern Spain near Huelva and Cadiz, is still one of the hidden gems. Even during the summer, the vast beaches of Costa de la Luz get hardly very crowded.

Costa de la Luz is particularly suited for your winter holidays in Spain as it’s located at one of the southernmost points of Spain. It’s blessed with a lot of sunshine. However, it can get windy sometimes. On top, the flights to Seville or Faro (Portugal) are reasonably priced during that time of the year.

The beaches of Costa de Luz are some of the most beautiful ones in Spain. Thus, you’ll get great value for your money.

Costa Blanca

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Average temperature in winter: 17°C

Costa Blanca will always be a classic when looking for cheap winter holidays in Spain. The coastal stretch between Alicante, Benidorm, and Denia is known for being one of the major tourist centers in Spain. The area is easy to reach with flights to Alicante airport.

Whereas the beaches can get very crowded in summer and the temperatures can be unbearably hot, in winter, Costa Blanca has got it all to be one of the best places to spend your cheap winter break in Spain. Indeed, the temperatures are nicely warm, there’s almost no wind and the resorts offer particularly attractive rates for your holidays.

The most popular places to stay in Costa Blanca for winter sun breaks are Benidorm, Denia, and Albir. All of them feature some of the cheapest winter accommodation in Spain.

2. Best Places for All-Inclusive Winter Holidays in Spain

Costa Brava

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Average winter temperature: 15°C

Costa Brava, in Catalonia, the northeast of Spain, is one of the prettiest places to spend your winter holidays in Spain. Often crowded during the summer months, the empty beaches, beautiful nature and quaint villages are waiting for you to be explored during winter.

Not are the hotel rates very affordable during winter, but particularly all-inclusive resorts create special deals for all-inclusive winter holidays in Spain. Costa Brava can be reached via flights to the airports of Barcelona or Girona.

Next to exploring the beautiful coastal villages such as Tossa de Mar, Roses or Cadaqués, going for tapas or hikes is one of the best things to do in Costa Brava. Here further suggestions for things to do near Costa Brava:

Tenerife South

Average temperature in winter: 20°C

Tenerife belongs to the archipelago of the Canary Islands and is consequently one of the southernmost points of Spain. It’s thus particularly blessed with sunshine throughout the year.

The island of Tenerife has plenty of things to do but if you’re mostly looking for all-inclusive winter holidays, I recommend the southern part of Tenerife. Indeed, the small island boasts very distinct climates. Southern Tenerife is the main tourist center on the island and comes with countless resorts, bars, and activities.

Tenerife is easy to reach by Tenerife South Airport which is connected to most European airports.

Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria dunes. Image by adamkontor from Pixabay

Average temperature in winter: 20°C

Gran Canaria, the neighboring island of Tenerife is another coveted destination for your winter holidays in Spain. Similarly to Tenerife, the island boasts two different climates: a colder one in the north and a warmer one in the south.

Thus, if you want to make the most of your all-inclusive winter holidays, I recommend staying in the south of Gran Canaria. Home to one of the most scenic dunes in Europe, the Maspalomas dune, Gran Canaria is famous for its delicious food and water sports. On top, there are plenty of things to do in the main tourist hub, Maspalomas.