Travel booking platform loveholidays has compiled a list of breaks in some of Europe’s lesser-visited destinations to help travellers who want to avoid the crowds. From a beachfront resort in Bulgaria to a city centre hotel in the heart of Oslo, there are plenty of great deals available.
Besides popular resorts in destinations such as Spain, Portugal, Greece and Turkey, loveholidays offers a variety of off-the-beaten track locations for anyone wanting to take a break without having to fight for sunbeds or battle for a beach spot.
Here are some of the latest money-saving offers - from beach holidays to city breaks:
Astor Garden Hotel - Varna, Bulgaria
Travel dates: Seven nights from September 28
Price: £298pp – save £179pp
Flights: Departing from London Gatwick with Wizzair
Astor Garden Hotel occupies a beachfront location in Varna, Bulgaria. The resort is home to everything guests could ever need for a memorable holiday, including a large outdoor swimming pool plus a selection of restaurants and bars onsite.
Varna is the third largest city in Bulgaria and offers a combination of a port with a seaside resort, packed full of history. While visiting, holidaymakers can also take a trip to Bulgaria’s largest Roman baths complex.
Rikli Balance Hotel - Lake Bled, Slovenia
Travel dates: Seven nights from October 11
Price: £580pp – save £134pp
Flights: Departing from London Gatwick with easyJet
Rikli Balance Hotel is a 4-star hotel in the centre of Bled in Slovenia. Families are well catered for with indoor and outdoor swimming pools to choose from, mini golf and children’s entertainment to enjoy after dining in the hotel’s restaurant.
Situated near to many local attractions such as Lake Bled and Bled Castle, this hotel is an ideal choice for holidaymakers looking to make the most of late summer sun.
Swissôtel Tallinn, Tallinn, Estonia
Travel dates: Three nights from September 13
Price: £269pp – save £159pp
Flights: Departing from London Stansted with Ryanair
The Swissôtel Tallinn can be found in the largest building in Estonia. Ideal for those looking for some relaxation, the hotel is home to an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and fitness club.
The hotel boasts impressive views of the old town and the Baltic Sea and is only a 15-minute walk away from a 19th century Russian Cathedral and castles which are a must-see.
Grand Hotel Oslo, Oslo, Norway
Travel dates: Three nights from November 14
Price: £346pp – save £217pp
Flights: Departing from London Stansted with Ryanair
This five-star hotel sits in a central position in the city. When it comes to food and drink, the hotel has a bar and a restaurant that offers an array of traditional Norwegian dishes to try. Alternatively, if guests fancy an evening out there are plenty of eateries on the doorstep.
Down the road guests will find the picturesque Old Town neighbourhood that is home to several brightly coloured buildings and attractions which are easy to explore on foot.