A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Adeje vs. Valletta for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Adeje or Valletta?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Adeje or Valletta? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Adeje or Valletta?

Adeje

If you're looking for a luxurious winter getaway - the kind of place where tourists are top of mind - then you'll likely find yourself on Tenerife's coastal region. Located on the northern section of this strip is the city of Costa Adeje. Here you'll find hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants all ready to cater to every tourists wishes. It's the kind of getaway you always thought was reserved for the rich and famous. Now you can enjoy sitting in a beachy lap of luxury.

Valletta

A harbor city and the capital city of the island of Malta, Valletta dates back to the 16th-century with a preserved architectural heritage that earned the city a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is best known for its museums, palaces, and churches.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Historical Tours in Malta, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Malta.


Which place is cheaper, Valletta or Adeje?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Adeje is €173, while the average daily cost in Valletta is €116. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Adeje and Valletta in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Adeje 87
    Valletta 65
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Adeje 174
    Valletta 130
Compare Hotels in Adeje and Valletta

Looking for a hotel in Adeje or Valletta? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Adeje


Hotels in Valletta


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Adeje Hotel Prices and Valletta Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Adeje 64
    Valletta 24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valletta

Also for Valletta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Intl Airport (MLA) - Departure Private Transfer : $14
  • Turkish Gullet Cruise to Gozo and Comino with Lunch and Transfers: $81
  • The Three Fortified Cities of Malta Half Day Tour Incl. Boat Trip and Transfers: $39
  • Private Transfer: Valletta to Malta International Airport (MLA): $31
  • Private Transfer from Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Airport (MLA): $14
  • Private Transfer from Malta Airport (MLA) to Valletta Cruise Port: $14
  • Private Airport Transfer: Malta International Airport (MLA) to Valletta: $31
  • Private Airport Transfer in Malta: $87
  • Private Airport Transfer from Malta to Gozo: $109
  • Mdina and Highlights of Malta Full Day Guided Tour Incl. Lunch and Transfers: $66
  • Malta Private Transfer from Malta Airport to any resort in Malta island: $51
  • Malta Private Airport Transfer - Arrival: $44

Is it cheaper to fly into Adeje or Valletta?

Prices for flights to both Valletta and Adeje change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Adeje 50
    Valletta 32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valletta

For Valletta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Valletta Food Tour - Eat like a local: $46
  • Valletta Food Tour: $49
  • Folklore Evening Dinner Show at a Traditional Maltese Restaurant Incl. Transfers: $67
  • Maltese Traditional Dinner and Folklore Show with Transfers: $71
  • Fireworks Festival Cruise Including Dinner, Drinks and Transport: $76
  • The Ultimate Valletta Evening Food Tour: $80
  • Fernandes Sunset Cruise including Dinner with Open Bar: $80
  • Christmas Tour in Gozo (afternoon) inc. Dinner: $86
  • Blue Lagoon & Sunset Quad Tour in Gozo/Dinner: $91
  • From Blue Lagoon and Gozo Tour w/Quads and Dinner: $118
  • The Valletta Food Tour Experience, a private tour: $150
  • Private Valletta Food Tour: $175

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Adeje 19
    Valletta 27

Tours and Activities in Adeje

For Adeje, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $102
  • Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Ifonche Flight Experience: $139
  • Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Performance Flight Experience: $160

Tours and Activities in Valletta

For Valletta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • 3 Cities Tour: $16
  • 3 Hours Private Picnic Experience in Malta: $273
  • 3 cities: Private Insider Walking Tour with Licensed Guide: $160
  • 30-Minute Mdina Experience Audio-Visual Show Ticket (Open Ticket): $6.55
  • 4-hr day tour around Malta: $207
  • 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Pass Bus + Harbour Cruise: $55
  • 90 minutes Harbour Cruise in Valletta - ticket only: $22
  • A Monumental Maltese Experience: $175
  • Adventures in Malta: Thrills, History, and Natural Beauty: $320
  • Best of Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour: $20
  • Best of Valletta Walking Tour: $20
  • Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta: $37

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Adeje 8.21
    Valletta 16

Sample the Local Flavors in Valletta

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Valletta:

  • Valletta Pub Crawl: $22
  • Malta Pub Crawl: $22
  • The Brewery Experience & beer tasting including transport: $35
  • The Brewery Experience Self-Guided Tour with Tasting & Transport: $35
  • Malta: The Three Cities and Wine Tasting Tour: $44


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Adeje and Valletta, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Valletta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Valletta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valletta and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Adeje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Adeje than you might in Valletta.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Adeje Expensive? and Is Valletta Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Adeje or Valletta?

Adeje has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Valletta. When comparing the sizes of Adeje and Valletta, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.


When is the best time to visit Adeje or Valletta?

Adeje has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Valletta experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Adeje or Valletta in the Summer?

Both Valletta and Adeje are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Valletta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the summer, Adeje is cooler than Valletta. Typically, the summer temperatures in Adeje in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Valletta averages at about 26°C (79°F).

It's quite sunny in Valletta. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Adeje. Adeje usually receives less sunshine than Valletta during summer. Adeje gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Valletta receives 365 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Adeje usually receives less rain than Valletta. Adeje gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Adeje 23°C (73°F) 
    Valletta 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Adeje or Valletta in the Autumn?

Both Valletta and Adeje during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Valletta year-round.

In October, Adeje is generally around the same temperature as Valletta. Daily temperatures in Adeje average around 23°C (73°F), and Valletta fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

In Valletta, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Adeje. In the autumn, Adeje often gets less sunshine than Valletta. Adeje gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Valletta receives 221 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets less rain in October than Valletta. Adeje gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Adeje 23°C (73°F) 
    Valletta 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Adeje or Valletta in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Adeje and Valletta. Valletta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Adeje is a little warmer than Valletta in the winter. The daily temperature in Adeje averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Valletta fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Adeje usually receives more sunshine than Valletta during winter. Adeje gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Valletta receives 159 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Adeje usually receives less rain than Valletta. Adeje gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Adeje 18°C (64°F) 
    Valletta 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Adeje or Valletta in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Adeje as well as Valletta. The warm climate attracts visitors to Valletta throughout the year.

In the spring, Adeje is a little warmer than Valletta. Typically, the spring temperatures in Adeje in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Valletta averages at about 16°C (61°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Valletta. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In the spring, Adeje often gets less sunshine than Valletta. Adeje gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Valletta receives 247 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Valletta. Adeje gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Adeje 19°C (66°F) 
    Valletta 16°C (61°F)

Typical Weather for Valletta and Adeje

Adeje Valletta
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 18°C (64°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Feb 18°C (64°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 19°C (66°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 16°C (61°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
May 20°C (68°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 24°C (75°F) 13 mm (0.5 in) 24°C (75°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 21°C (70°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Dec 19°C (66°F) 75 mm (3 in) 14°C (57°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)