Which place is cheaper, Adeje or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or Adeje?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alicante and Adeje can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Adeje?
Alicante
Alicante is a gorgeous coastal city in the Costa Blanca region, on the east coast of Spain. The region is famous for its white sandy beaches, the party-haven of Benidorm and the stunning palm tree-lined boulevard in the city of Alicante. I have been visiting Alicante for close to 20 years, so, it has become almost a second home to me. Here are my top tips to have the best vacation in Alicante.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €127Adeje €173
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in Adeje is €173. 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 Alicante and Adeje in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Adeje €87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Adeje €174
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Adeje
Looking for a hotel in Alicante or Adeje? 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.
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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: Alicante Hotel Prices and Adeje Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Adeje €64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Transfer from Alicante city to Alicante airport in private Minivan max. 6 passengers: $73
- Transfer from Alicante airport to Albir in private Sedan car max. 3 passengers: $85
- Transfer Airport / Renfe Alicante - Alcoy: $92
- Roundtrip Transfer Airport-Hotel in Alicante cars of up to 8 passengers: $55
- Private Transfer: Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante: $47
- Private Transfer from Elche to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
- Private Transfer from El Plantio Golf Resort to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $63
- Private Transfer from Castell de Castells to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $183
- Private Transfer from Camping Marjal Costa Blanca to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airpor: $73
- Private Transfer from Campello to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $73
- Private Transfer from Campello Pueblo Acantilado to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
- Private Transfer from Campello / Coveta Fuma to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $82
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Adeje?
Prices for flights to both Adeje and Alicante 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
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Food Meals for one dayAlicante €72Adeje €50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alicante
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alicante.
- Secret Flavors Food Tour: $31
- Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $60
- Paella and Sangría Cooking Workshop: $64
- Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $70
- Alicante Food Tour: $71
- Fuse Spanish With Italian For Dinner In Mutxamel: $89
- Alicante PRIVATE Food Tour With Locals: 10 Food & Drink Tastings Included: $136
- Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $176
- Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53Adeje €19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante
Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)€54
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Catamaran Cruise (for 2)€67
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Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)€120
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Walking Tour (for 2)€60
Tours and Activities in Alicante
Here are a few actual costs in Alicante for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route: $202
- Alicante - Old Town Private Walking Tour: $385
- Alicante : E-Bike Coast Tour, Román Fishpond and Snorkeling: $37
- Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $49
- Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea: $75
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Alicante Evening Tapas tour: $82
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- Alicante Highlights Bike Tour(min 2p) MEDIUM CYCLE LEVEL REQUIRED: $35
- Alicante Highlights Private Tour with Castle : $76
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Adeje €8.21
Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante
Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
- Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
- Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
- Private Tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
- Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $144
- Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas for Foodies: $147
- Total Alicante walking tour, tapas and wine tasting: $267
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Adeje, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Alicante much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Alicante would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alicante 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 Alicante.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is Adeje Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or Adeje?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Adeje. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and Adeje, 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 Alicante or Adeje?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Alicante or Adeje in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alicante as well as Adeje. Most visitors come to Alicante for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Alicante is around the same temperature as Adeje in the summer. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Adeje fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Adeje. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Alicante this time of the year. In the summer, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Adeje. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 268 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets more rain in July than Adeje. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlicante 25°C (77°F)Adeje 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Adeje in the Autumn?
Both Adeje and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Alicante because of the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Alicante is cooler than Adeje. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alicante in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Adeje averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Adeje. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Alicante. Alicante usually receives more sunshine than Adeje during autumn. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Alicante usually receives more rain than Adeje. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlicante 20°C (68°F)Adeje 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Adeje in the Winter?
Both Adeje and Alicante during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In January, Alicante is generally much colder than Adeje. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 11°C (52°F), and Adeje fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In the winter, Alicante often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Adeje. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Adeje receives 191 hours of full sun.
Alicante usually gets less rain in January than Adeje. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlicante 11°C (52°F)Adeje 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Adeje in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and Adeje. Many travelers come to Alicante for the beaches.
Alicante is cooler than Adeje in the spring. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Adeje fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives more sunshine than Adeje during spring. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies, while Adeje receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Alicante usually receives more rain than Adeje. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Adeje receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlicante 16°C (60°F)Adeje 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Adeje and Alicante
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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