Worldwide affordable holiday rental properties

Good quality, stylish accommodation need not break the bank for those in the know, who are increasingly choosing private holiday home rentals over hotels.

Working out up to half the price of hotels and often less, there are over 10,000 budget rentals worldwide on www.HomeAway.co.uk, including modern apartments, spacious houses and even villas with pools. And it’s not just in Europe that you can save, as many Brits now own property further afield in long-haul destinations such as Africa, South America and Thailand.

For those without an A-list budget who still want to holiday in style, HomeAway Holiday-Rentals has put together a list of the top 10 best budget properties worldwide. These include a brand new apartment overlooking the Miraflores golf course on the Costa del Sol, a modern apartment on the Magic Dreams resort in Bulgaria, and a chic villa with pool and Jacuzzi in Thailand.

At under £10 per person per night these properties provide not only better value, but much more luxury than a ‘budget’ hotel. There is even a spacious house in London from just £29 per person per night. Prices quoted are per property unless otherwise specified and correct at time of going to press.

1. BULGARIA:

Modern, high standard apartment in resort of Sveti Vlas. Onebedroom, sleeps four. From £95 per week = £4 per person per night
Located in the newly developed resort of Magic Dreams by Dreamville, the resort contains two large pools, pool bar, restaurant, Spa and fitness centre, Internet café, supermarket and shops. www.homeaway.co.uk/p446668

2. ITALY:

Beautiful apartment in Umbria with private pool and breathtaking views. Two bedrooms, sleeps seven. From £310 per week = £6 per person per night
The apartment is located on the top of a hill in an ancient Umbrian town near Trevi. The 1,000-year old property, with a private pool and car park, was renovated in 2007 and is ideal as a base to the main monuments and the most famous towns of Umbria. You can also enjoy the swimming pool, mountain trekking, mountain biking and horse riding. 
www.homeaway.co.uk/p433402

3. COSTA DEL SOL:

Brand new apartment overlooking Miraflores Golf Course in Mijas Costa. Two bedrooms, sleeps four. From £195 per week = £7 per person per night. This is a brand new 2nd floor apartment located on a small privately owned complex. The complex has 24-hour security, secure underground parking, a large infinity pool set in beautiful Mediterranean gardens, a sauna and fully equipped gym. www.homeaway.co.uk/p66776

4. SLOVENIA:
 Quiet apartment in beautiful village with mountain views, Mojstrana. 
Two bedrooms, sleeps seven. From £260 per week/from £45 per night = £7 per person per night. The balconies on the two floors have uninterrupted views to the meadows and mountains. Also available are an Internet connection, a PlayStation and a selection of English books and games. www.homeaway.co.uk/p66766

5. THAILAND:
 Large villa with private pool and Jacuzzi minutes from beach. Four bedrooms, sleeps eight. From £400 per week/£72 per night = £9 per person per night. This is a spacious villa with private pool set in tropical gardens, in a secure development, a five minute drive to the beach and Pattaya centre. The property is furnished to a European standard. Pattaya is 147 kilometres southeast of Bangkok and faces the Thai Gulf. www.homeaway.co.uk/p85503

6. MEXICO: 
Colourful house with spectacular views in San Miguel de Allende. Four bedrooms, sleeps eight. £461 per week/£115 per night = £15 per person per night. Casa de Corazón is very private, set back from the street in a quiet location. It offers spectacular views, and is conveniently located a short walk from restaurants, grocery shopping and the centre of town. This home offers modern comfort and conveniences combined with old world charm and hand-made furnishings. www.homeaway.co.uk/p166011

7. PARIS: Charming one bedroom apartment near Bastille and Marais.
One bedroom, sleeps five. From £398 per week/£80 per night = £16 per person per night. Near the Place de la Bastille and Gare de Lyon and just a stroll from the beautiful Place des Vosges, the property is decorated to a high standard and the kitchen is fully equipped. www.homeaway.co.uk/p441773

8. ISTANBUL: Deluxe flat in the city centre. One bedroom, sleeps five. £571 per week/£96 per night = £19 per person per night. This one bedroom apartment comes equipped with a king size bed, a double sofa bed, an optional fold-out single bed, kitchenette and bathroom. This apartment offers comfortable contemporary living in an ideal setting. www.homeaway.co.uk/p255486

9. MARRAKECH: Recently restored fully staffed riad in Marrakech Medina. Three bedrooms, sleeps six. £900 per week/£130 per night = £22 per person per night. Away from the regular tourist trail and in an area full of charm, this is a lovely traditional two-floor riad. The ground floor comprises a sunny courtyard with plunge pool, fully equipped kitchen, salon with fireplace & DVD, dining room for six and one bedroom. The first floor features an office with music system and two bedrooms en-suite. There is also a large terrace with seating area under canopy and attractive roof garden. www.homeaway.co.uk/p67398

10. LONDON: Spacious house close to Wimbledon and within easy reach of main central attractions.
Two bedrooms, sleeps four. £750 per week/£115 per night = £29 per person per night
. This classic two bedroom house is located in a peaceful courtyard setting, providing bright luxury accommodation with well-proportioned rooms. The property features a large reception room, kitchen with space for dining and two spacious bedrooms. www.homeaway.co.uk/p435130