Sick Of Hostels? Here’s How To Stay In Luxury Hotels On A Student Budget
You can be boujee and on a budget.
There are normally two types of student holiday. An EasyJet flight to Ibiza or a gap year style trip to explore East Asia and stay in cheap hostels. If you’re someone who loves to travel but hates to share your personal space with strangers, all is not lost. In fact, plenty of luxury hotels around the world are super affordable and well-suited to a student’s budget.
Thanks to our student discount at Hotels.com you can search and book affordable luxury hotels and save some extra cash at the same time, so you can treat yourself to a luxury break without breaking the bank.
So, if you want to treat yourself and tick off some places on your 2024 travel bucket list next year but are sick of staying in cramped communal hostels, here are some of the best luxury hotels from around the world to check out.
The Royal Surakarta Heritage Solo McGallery Collection— Indonesia
If you want to visit Indonesia, this is a luxury modern hotel in the heart of Surakarta City with traditional and historic decor. The main historical attractions of the city are within walking distance and the 5-star hotel boasts an outdoor pool and spa.
For selected dates in April, it costs just £116 pp for 4 nights which works out at about £29 per night. If you wanted to upgrade to the Junior Suite, it would only cost £45 pp per night which is a true bargain when you consider how much it can cost to book budget hotels in the UK sometimes.
Complete with a sauna, massage rooms, coffee shop, poolside bar and free luxury toiletries in the rooms so you can have a relaxing and refreshing break from sightseeing.
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The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection— Romania
The Marmorosch Bucharest is a luxury 5-star hotel in Bucharest city centre which is close to all local tourist attractions in the Old Town. The hotel is pet-friendly and boasts a spa, gym, sauna, steam room, bar and fine-dining restaurant. The hotel was once the headquarters for Romania’s most influential bank and has a stunning and unique modern design. The bar was previously an old safety deposit box vault and the historical features are entirely unique to the hotel.
For selected dates in March, it costs £422 pp for 3 nights for a room with a king-sized bed.
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Akra Hotel— Turkey
The Akra Hotel is a 5-star hotel in Antalya and is a massive resort if you want a luxury break without having to stray too far from your hotel room. The hotel is on a private beach and offers a spa, health club, sauna and indoor and outdoor pools along with hot tubs, rooftop terraces and gardens.
If you like to stay active while on holiday you can participate in tennis lessons, fitness classes, hiking and biking trails, volleyball and basketball while staying at the resort. 80% of the food in the restaurants is sourced locally and organic and the hotel has a strict eco-friendly policy, banning plastic bottles and single-serve plastics.
For selected dates in March, it costs £380 pp for 3 nights for a deluxe room with a city view.
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Grand Venus La Residence— Cambodia
In the Old Market area of Krong Siem Reap, the Grand Venus La Residence is a small but stunning resort located in a quiet area of the city. The 5-star hotel is super modern having been built in 2019 and offers a spa, 24-hour health club, multiple pools, gardens, 24-hour room service, poolside bar, restaurants and coffee shop.
For a premium room with a kingsize bed, it costs just £217 pp for 3 nights in April, which comes with a free welcome drink and gift and free breakfast.
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Grand Ion Delemen Hotel Hotel—Malaysia
Located in the Genting Highlands, the Grand Ion Delemen Hotel is on top of a mountain in the Titiwangsa Range and boasts stunning reviews in natural surroundings. Complete with a luxury indoor pool, fitness centre, garden, arcade and coffee shop the hotel not only has stunning mountain views but plenty to do in the local area including ziplining, rock climbing and hiking trails.
For selected dates in April, it costs £148 pp for 3 nights, which works out at £49 per night.
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Don’t forget to use our Hotels.com discount code when booking your next trip to help you save some cash on luxury and affordable hotels across the world.
