A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Alicante vs. Budva for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Alicante or Budva?

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 Budva can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Alicante or Budva?

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.

Budva

A coastal resort in Montenegro, Budva is probably the country's most popular tourist destination. Not only does it host a number of great beaches, but it is also home to a picturesque old town center located on a small peninsula. Some of its best features include narrow winding lanes, historic buildings, churches, and small squares.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Montenegro, and The Best Adventure Tours to Montenegro.


Which place is cheaper, Budva or Alicante?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €179, while the average daily cost in Budva is €113. 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 Budva in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Alicante 42
    Budva 37
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Alicante 84
    Budva 74
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Budva

Looking for a hotel in Alicante or Budva? 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 Alicante


Hotels in Budva


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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 Budva Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Alicante -
    Budva 20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:

  • Albir: Alicante Airport (ALC) Private Transfer: $90
  • Alicante : Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $67
  • Alicante Airport(ALC) to Alicante City: Arrival Private Transfer: $33
  • Airport Transfer Alicante - Valencia: $202
  • Bullring and Castle Guided Tour with Taxi Transfer: $70
  • Cannabis Farm Tour with transfer: $129
  • Private transfer Alicante Airport - Altea Hills: $94
  • Private transfer Alicante Airport - Benidorm: $145
  • Calpe: Alicante Airport (ALC) Private Transfer: $111
  • Private 1-Way Transfer from Alicante Airport to Villajoyosa: $95
  • Private 1-way Transfer from Alicante Airport to Altea: $93
  • Private 1-way Transfer from Alicante Airport to Benidorm: $108

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budva

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Budva are as follows:


  • Daily Car Rental
    65

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budva

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Budva:

  • AIRPORT TRANSFER Montenegro Budva Tivat Podgorica Kotor Perast: $70
  • Herceg Novi to Budva one way transfer: $145
  • Kotor to Budva one way transfer: $102
  • Private One Way Transfer from Dubrovnik to Budva: $316
  • Private Transfer from Bar to Tivat Airport (TIV): $116
  • Private Transfer from Budva or Becici to Dubrovnik airport: $239
  • Private Transfer from Budva to Dubrovnik: $271
  • Private Transfer from Budva to Podgorica Airport and city: $40
  • Private Transfer from Petrovac to Dubrovnik airport: $239
  • Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat Airport (TIV): $87
  • Private Transfer from Petrovac to Tivat airport: $81
  • Private Transfer from Ulcinj to Tivat Airport (TIV): $173

Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Budva?

Prices for flights to both Budva 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Alicante 124
    Budva 53

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
  • Alicante Paella Cooking Class, Tapas, Drinks and Market: $53
  • Alicante Paella Cooking Class, Tapas, Drinks and Marketplace: $54
  • Paella and Sangria Cooking Workshop: $54
  • Central Market Guided Food Tour with Tapas Bars: $75
  • Make and enjoy a real Neapolitan pizza in Spain: $95
  • Cooking Class with Private Chef and Local Wine: $177
  • Alicante cooking class with a private chef: $180

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Alicante 53
    Budva 22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Alicante

Here are a few typical costs in Alicante for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Food and Tapas Tour (for 2)
    54
  • Catamaran Cruise (for 2)
    67
  • Wine Tasting Tour (for 2)
    120
  • 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:

  • Bullring and Bullfighting Museum Entry Ticket: $9.65
  • Tour of Alicante Bullring & Bullfighting Museum with Audioguide: $9.83
  • Alicante’s History and Highlights: Self-Guided Walking Tour: $12
  • 1.5 hour private tour of the Basilica of Santa Maria: $17
  • BAILALOPARTY/ Silent Party Walking Tour: $19
  • Museum of Illusions Alicante Entrance ticket: $21
  • San Juan Beach, Cabo Huertas: Bike tour & snorkel with drink: $26
  • Guided City Highlights Walking Tour: $29
  • Maravillas de Bike Tour and tapa with drink: $29
  • Alicante 360° Walking Tour with Tapas and a Drink: $30
  • Seven Secrets of Alicante Discovery Tour: $31
  • Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32

Tours and Activities in Budva

Here are a few actual costs in Budva for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 1-Hour Guided Lipa Cave Adventure in Montenegro: $16
  • Kotor and Budva walking city tour: $43
  • Night Lights Kayak and SUP Adventure: $43
  • 3-Hour Paddle Board or Kayak Tour to Coastal Caves: $43
  • Budva Bay SUP & Kayaking Tours to Coastal Caves: $43
  • Night Lights Kayak Adventure : $43
  • Great Cruise From Budva to Boka Bay in a Day: $57
  • Soul of Montenegro: Kotor, Lovcen and Cetinje Day Tour: $61
  • Private Boat Tour Adventure In Budva - Sightseeing & Snorkeling : $65
  • Private Tour: Panoramic route around Skadar Lake: $65
  • Budva Bay: Boat Tour with Snorkeling and Sightseeing: $70
  • Great tour of coastal monasteries in Budva - Walking on the path of history!: $70

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Alicante -
    Budva 14

Sample the Local Flavors in Alicante

Also in Alicante, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl, party as a local!: $24
  • Santa Bárbara Castle Alicante Rosé Wine Tasting: $26
  • Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting with Cold Cuts: $28
  • Alicante Best Wine Tasting & Tapas Club: $38
  • Alicante Wine Tasting and Tapas Club: $38
  • From Winery Tour and Wine Tasting with Tapas: $68
  • Vineyards of Wine Tasting Tour: $73
  • Alicante Wine Tour with Wine Tasting : $74
  • Gourmet Wine Tasting: Naturals and Biodynamics Wines.: $77
  • Guided tour of Vinalopó Castles and Wine Tasting: $82
  • Castle Tour in Province of Alicante and Wine Tasting: $85
  • Food Walking Tour with Wine Tasting and Tapas: $145

Sample the Local Flavors in Budva

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Budva:

  • Full Day Private Skadar Lake Wine Tour Experience from Budva: $177


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Budva, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Budva much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Budva would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Budva 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 Alicante would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alicante than you might in Budva.

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


Which is Bigger, Alicante or Budva?

Alicante has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Budva. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and Budva, 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.