Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Alicante?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alicante or Mostar?
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 Mostar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alicante or Mostar?
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.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlicante €127Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Alicante is €127, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlicante €42Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlicante €84Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Alicante and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Alicante or Mostar? 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 Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alicante -Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alicante
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alicante:
- Alicante Airport(ALC) to Alicante City: Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Alicante to Alicante Airport (ALC)- Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer - Alicante Cruise Port to Alicante Airport (ALC): $39
- Private Transfer - Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante Cruise Port: $39
- Private Transfer: Alicante Airport (ALC) to Alicante: $47
- Roundtrip Transfer Airport-Hotel in Alicante cars of up to 8 passengers: $55
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Monforte del Cid: $55
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Gran Alacant: $63
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to San Vicente del Raspeig: $63
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to Arenales del Sol: $63
- Private Transfer from Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport to El Plantio Golf Resort: $63
- Private Transfer from El Plantio Golf Resort to Alicante–Elche (ALC) Airport: $63
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Alicante or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar 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 €72Mostar €24
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
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alicante €53Mostar €8.78
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:
- Tour of Alicante Bullring & Bullfighting Museum with Audioguide: $9.81
- Tour de historias y leyendas del Castillo de Santa Bárbara: $13
- Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm: $28
- Seven Secrets of Alicante Discovery Tour: $31
- Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting: $32
- Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide : $32
- City. Discover Alicante by E-Bike & walking tour: $32
- Calas and Beaches E-Bike Tour with Snorkeling: $32
- City and Beach Bike Tour: $32
- Alicante City & Beach Bike Tour : $33
- 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise: $34
- Highlights Bike Tour: $34
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Museum of War and Genocide Victims 1992-1995 Entrance Ticket: $5.94
- Walking tour in Old Town Mostar: $18
- Walking Tour in Old Town Mostar: $20
- Mostar city Tour: $22
- Mostar Walking Tour: Orient in the West: $22
- Mostar in War: Historical Walking Tour: $22
- Street Art Guided Tour in Mostar: $22
- Mostar Private Walking Tour - where East meets West: $32
- Mostar Shelters tour in Mostar: $37
- The Ottoman Experience Tour in Mostar: $37
- The Death of Yugoslavia Tour in Mostar: $38
- Private Half-Day Oriental Tour of Mostar with Food Tasting: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlicante -Mostar €3.47
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alicante and Mostar, we can see that Alicante is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alicante Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alicante or Mostar?
Alicante has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Alicante and Mostar, 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 Mostar?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Alicante or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alicante and Mostar. The summer months attract visitors to Alicante because of the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Alicante is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Alicante in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In Alicante, it's very sunny this time of the year. Alicante usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during summer. Alicante gets 341 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Alicante usually receives less rain than Mostar. Alicante gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlicante 25°C (77°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alicante as well as Mostar. The shopping scene are the main draw to Alicante this time of year.
In October, Alicante is generally a little warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Alicante average around 20°C (68°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Alicante this time of the year. In the autumn, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Alicante gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Alicante usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Alicante gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlicante 20°C (68°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Alicante are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Alicante for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Alicante is much warmer than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Alicante averages around 11°C (52°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Alicante usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during winter. Alicante gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In January, Alicante usually receives less rain than Mostar. Alicante gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlicante 11°C (52°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Alicante or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Alicante during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Alicante in the spring for the beaches.
In the spring, Alicante is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Alicante in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Alicante. In the spring, Alicante often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Alicante gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Alicante usually gets less rain in April than Mostar. Alicante gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlicante 16°C (60°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Alicante
| Alicante | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (52°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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