Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Bodrum?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Playa de las Americas can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $92, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is $209. 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 Bodrum and Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Playa de las Americas? 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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Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas and Bodrum 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.
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Bodrum much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bodrum would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bodrum 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas than you might in Bodrum.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Bodrum has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Playa de las Americas, 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.
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.
Both Playa de las Americas and Bodrum are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Bodrum is a little warmer than Playa de las Americas in the summer. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In July, Bodrum usually receives less rain than Playa de las Americas. Bodrum gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Playa de las Americas and Bodrum during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Bodrum is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bodrum in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).
Bodrum usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Bodrum gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bodrum and Playa de las Americas.
In January, Bodrum is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Bodrum average around 10°C (50°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Bodrum gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bodrum usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Bodrum gets 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Bodrum as well as Playa de las Americas.
Bodrum is cooler than Playa de las Americas in the spring. The daily temperature in Bodrum averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Bodrum usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Bodrum gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Bodrum | Playa de las Americas | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |