September is one of the best months of the year for a holiday: the sea is at its warmest, the summer crowds have gone home and prices often dip. It is perfect for couples, and for families with children under school age.
Here are our favourite September destinations, each with one of our best-rated five-star hotels.
You’ll find on this page
- Quick verdicts and a comparison table of every hotel
- The hottest: Turkey and Cyprus
- The Greek islands
- Spain, Portugal and Croatia
- September temperatures at a glance
- Answers to the questions we’re asked most
- Live prices with flights and transfers in the search box at the end of the page
At a glance: compare the hotels
| Hotel | Where | Stars | Board | TripAdvisor | Adults only |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miramare Beach | Side, Antalya | 5★ | All Inclusive Plus | 4.8/5 | No |
| Liberty Fabay | Calis, Dalaman | 5★ | All Inclusive Plus | 4.8/5 | No |
| Azia Resort & Spa | Paphos Resort, Paphos | 5★ | All Inclusive Plus, Half Board | 4.6/5 | Yes |
| The Chania Hotel | Chania Town, Crete | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast | 4.7/5 | No |
| Mitsis Selection Alila | Faliraki, Rhodes | 5★ | All Inclusive Plus | 4.7/5 | No |
| Rodostamo Hotel & Spa | Kommeno Bay, Corfu | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.7/5 | No |
| Hotel Pure Salt Port Adriano | Port Adriano, Majorca | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.6/5 | No |
| Kimpton Atlantico Algarve | Albufeira, Algarve | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.4/5 | No |
| Hotel Park Split | Split (Old Town), Split & the Dalmatian Coast | 5★ | Bed and Breakfast, Half Board | 4.4/5 | No |
Star ratings are official; TripAdvisor scores were correct when we last checked and can change. Board options vary by room and date.
Quick verdicts
The hottest: Turkey and Cyprus
Typically 30 to 32 °C, with the sea around 26 to 27 °C.
Miramare Beach
- Side, Antalya
- 5-star
- All Inclusive Plus
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Five-star Miramare Beach in Side has a beachfront location, a stylish and modern design, à la carte dining options, a rejuvenating spa and All Inclusive Plus.
Best for: Antalya coast
Liberty Fabay
- Calis, Dalaman
- 5-star
- All Inclusive Plus
- TripAdvisor 4.8/5
Five-star Liberty Fabay in Çalış, near Fethiye, has a private beach, swim-up rooms, a relaxing spa and excellent All Inclusive Plus dining.
Best for: Dalaman coast
Azia Resort & Spa
- Paphos Resort, Paphos
- 5-star
- All Inclusive Plus
- TripAdvisor 4.6/5
- Adults only
Five-star Azia Resort & Spa in Paphos has beautiful sea views, adults-only sections and fantastic dining, close to the beach.
Best for: Cyprus
The Greek islands
Around 27 to 29 °C, with the warmest sea of the year.
The Chania Hotel
- Chania Town, Crete
- 5-star
- Bed and Breakfast
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
Five-star The Chania Hotel has a central location in Chania, Crete, with great city views and a modern design.
Best for: Crete
Mitsis Selection Alila
- Faliraki, Rhodes
- 5-star
- All Inclusive Plus
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
Five-star Mitsis Selection Alila in Faliraki, Rhodes, has great facilities, a fantastic spa, excellent dining and All Inclusive Plus, perfect for all ages.
Best for: Rhodes
Rodostamo Hotel & Spa
- Kommeno Bay, Corfu
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.7/5
Five-star Rodostamo Hotel & Spa on Corfu’s Kommeno Bay has a peaceful location, stunning sea views, a modern décor and two à la carte restaurants.
Best for: Corfu
Spain, Portugal and Croatia
Around 26 to 28 °C, perfect for beach and sightseeing.
Hotel Pure Salt Port Adriano
- Port Adriano, Majorca
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.6/5
Five-star Hotel Pure Salt Port Adriano in Majorca has a chic, natural style, an infinity pool with spectacular views and swim-up rooms, perfect for adults.
Best for: Majorca
Kimpton Atlantico Algarve
- Albufeira, Algarve
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.4/5
Five-star Kimpton Atlântico Algarve in Albufeira is newly refurbished, with Mediterranean-style gardens, three outdoor pools and a spa and wellness centre.
Best for: Algarve
Hotel Park Split
- Split (Old Town), Split & the Dalmatian Coast
- 5-star
- Half Board
- TripAdvisor 4.4/5
Five-star Hotel Park Split has a central location, traditional charm, first-class service and an excellent restaurant.
Best for: Split
September temperatures at a glance
Typical daytime highs in September: Antalya and Dalaman 31 to 32 °C; Cyprus around 31 °C; Crete and Rhodes 27 to 29 °C; Corfu around 27 °C; Majorca around 28 °C; the Algarve around 26 °C, with a cooler Atlantic; Split around 26 °C. Sea temperatures in the eastern Mediterranean are typically 25 to 27 °C.
Why September is special
The sea has been warming all summer, the evenings are still long and warm, and the resorts are calmer once schools return. It is a lovely month for walking, sightseeing and boat trips as well as beach days. Prices often fall after the end of August, especially later in the month.
How we chose these hotels
For each destination that is reliably hot in September, we chose a five-star hotel our guests rate highly. We excluded hotels already featured in our other guides, so you get fresh choices. Every hotel here is well rated by our guests on TripAdvisor, and every one can be booked with us as an ATOL-protected package with flights and transfers. Prices change daily, so use the search box at the end of this page for live availability, or ask a Travel Designer for a tailored shortlist.
Frequently asked questions
Where is hottest in September?
Turkey and Cyprus, typically 30 to 32 °C.
Is Greece good in September?
Excellent: the sea is at its warmest and the islands are calmer.
Is September cheaper than August?
Often, especially after the school holidays end.
Is the sea warm in September?
Yes, it is typically at its warmest of the year in the eastern Mediterranean.
Find your September sun holiday
Search live prices with flights and transfers, all ATOL protected, or ask a Travel Designer to compare these hotels.
Keep planning
- Greece holidays
- Turkey holidays
- Cyprus holidays
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- Where’s hot in June?
Updated October 2026. Hotels can be booked as ATOL-protected packages with flights and transfers through Travelisto.
