The cheapest five-star winter sun destinations in 2026

A winter sun escape is the perfect antidote to the cold weather and dark mornings of January. And, if you’re willing to travel out of season and be a little adventurous in where you want to go, there are some excellent luxury deals there for the taking in the winter months, when hotels often drop prices to fill their rooms.

The great news if you’re looking to get away in the next couple of months is that the luxury of five-star winter sun doesn’t need to come with a huge price tag. To help you enjoy a premium winter sun break for less, I’ve dug into the data to reveal the best five-star winter sun holiday destinations with three-star prices.

Plus, I’ll let you into some of my money-saving secrets.

The top 10 cheapest destinations for five-star winter sun

I looked at the average price for seven-night, five-star winter sun packages on TravelSupermarket for couples travelling between December 2025 and March 2026 and found that Tunisia leads the way as the ultimate value destination with an average five-star price of just £411 per person. This represents a fraction of what travellers typically expect to pay for premium accommodation, proving that luxury doesn't always require a premium budget. If you look at the cheapest deals possible in Tunisia, you could easily snap up an all-inclusive offer in the winter for less than £300 per person.

Malta claims second position at £525 per person, closely followed by Portugal's Algarve at £526. Turkey's Antalya Area ranks fourth at £616, with Cyprus rounding out the top five at £618 per person. Egypt delivers exceptional value with Hurghada at £659 (sixth place) and Sharm El Sheikh at £744 (seventh), while Morocco's Marrakech comes in eighth at £758 per person. Completing the top ten are Madeira at £788 (ninth place) and Cape Verde at £1,052 per person (tenth place).

Tunisia £411
Malta £525
Algarve £526
Antalya Area £616
Cyprus £618
Hurghada £659
Sharm El Sheikh £744
Marrakech £758
Madeira £788
Cape Verde £1,052

Where’s missing?

What's also interesting is where doesn't appear in the top ten, with winter favourites like the Canary Islands failing to chart. It's a great reminder that sometimes the most popular destinations can come with the highest price tags and so if you're happy to look beyond these, you can often bag an incredible five-star value for a whole lot less.

My top tips for finding cheap five-star winter sun

Compare package prices before you book

With TravelSupermarket’s holiday search tool, you can quickly check package prices from the UK’s top holiday companies, spot the cheapest options and avoid overpaying for the exact same holiday.

Travel out of season and avoid peak weeks

Five-star winter sun prices can jump massively around Christmas, New Year and February half term. If you can travel in quieter weeks like early December or January, you'll often find much better value for the same hotel and destination.

Be flexible with airports and travel days

A small change can make a big difference. Trying a different departure airport, or flying midweek instead of at the weekend, can often unlock cheaper flights and packages.

Look beyond the obvious winter sun hotspots

Popular destinations can stay expensive because demand remains high. Choosing an alternative that still delivers warmth like Tunisia, Turkey or Egypt can often get you more for your money, especially when it comes to five-star resorts.

Don't book on star rating alone

Check recent guest reviews before booking as five-star doesn't always equal luxury. Look carefully too at what's included, whether pools are heated, whether you get spa access, and whether restaurants and facilities are fully open in winter.

Please note: The research analysed searches on TravelSupermarket for seven-night, five-star holidays for couples travelling between December 2025 and March 2026. All prices were accurate as of 21 January 2026 and are subject to change.