Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Kotor?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Kotor 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.
Where Should I go: Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Kotor?
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Located in northeast Romania, Cluj-Napoca is the capital of the Transylvania region and one of the nation's most-visited cities. Many visitors come to experience the modern Transylvanian university culture, admire historic churches and other landmarks, see fortress ruins, and visit museums.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Romania, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $85Kotor $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar is $85, while the average daily cost in Kotor is $108. 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 Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $50Kotor $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $100Kotor $106
Compare Hotels in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Kotor
Looking for a hotel in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Kotor? 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: Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Hotel Prices and Kotor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $14Kotor $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:
- Private Transfer Cluj Napoca Airport: $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Kotor Cruise Port to Podgorica hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $48
- Tivat Airport (TIV) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Airport Transfer Tivat to Petrovac / Sutomore / Bar: $277
- Enjoy Private Transfers by Car or Van from Tivat Airport to Kotor or Budva: $39
- Herceg Novi to Kotor one way transfer: $147
- Herceg Novi to Tivat one way transfer: $105
- Kotor Cruise Port to Podgorica hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $95
- Kotor Cruise Port to Tivat Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Kotor Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Podgorica hotels: $303
- Kotor Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Tivat hotels: $91
- Luxury Private Speedboat Tours & Transfers: $122
- Montenegro: Podgorica Airport One-way Transfers: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor and Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $26Kotor $46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Handmade Pasta Cooking Class with Italian Chef in Montenegro: $50
- 3 Hour Kotor Food Tour - Rick Steves' Recommended: $155
- The 10 Tastings of Kotor Private Food Tour : $176
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $230
- Kotor and Perast Private Tour with Cooking Class and Boat Ride: $266
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $311
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $8.01Kotor $9.06
Tours and Activities in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Here are a few actual costs in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cluj Secret Treasure of King Matia Quest Experience: $6.09
- Cluj-Napoca: 2.5-Hour Guided Walking Tour: $27
- Cluj - walking city tour: $42
- Private city tour in Cluj-Napoca: $49
- Local Tour of Cluj by Electric Bike: $50
- Jewish Heritage Tour in Cluj: $55
- Cluj-Napoca Walking City Tour: $59
- Curly Tour - Day trip from Cluj :): $89
- Night Tour in Hoia Baciu Forest: $94
- CLUJ ADVENTURE TOUR ! ZIP LINE and HIKE: $100
- Snowshoeing Fun Tour from Cluj Napoca: $100
- Transylvania: Dracula's Castle and Birthplace Tour: $138
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Montenegro and Kotor private tour: $1.09
- Boat Tour to Our Lady of the Rocks: $20
- Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks 1,5 hours tour - ticket tour: $22
- Our Lady of the Rocks & Perast Old Town Boat Tour: $24
- Old Town Walking Tour: $24
- Kotor Old Town Walking Tour: $24
- KOTOR Blue Cave, and Full Bay Speedboat Tour: $26
- Blue Cave, and Full Bay Speedboat Tour: $26
- Tour Kotor - Perast Old Town - Island Our Lady of the Rocks - Every 2 hours: $27
- Panorama and Semi-Submarine Underwater Experience: $27
- Semi-Submarine: Kotor Bay Panorama & Underwater Experience: $28
- Kotor:Blue Cave ,Lady of the Rocks and Mamula Boat tour: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar $6.84Kotor $9.27
Sample the Local Flavors in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar:
- Pub Crawl in Cluj: $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Kotor : Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $109
- Private tour: Homemade food and wine tasting at my family home: $133
- Montenegro wine tasting (Private tour): $267
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $435
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Kotor, we can see that Kotor is more expensive. And not only is Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar 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 Kotor would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kotor than you might in Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar Expensive? and Is Kotor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar or Kotor?
Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Kotor. When comparing the sizes of Cluj-Napoca / Kolozsvar and Kotor, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.