Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Granada?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Granada or Puerto del Carmen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Granada or Puerto del Carmen? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Granada or Puerto del Carmen?
Granada
Granada is a city of southern Spain located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the autonomous community of Andalucia. Perhaps the most notable feature of the city is its medieval architecture that dates to the Moorish occupation of Spain. Each example stands from another time and place, strong fortresses and castles against the backdrop of lumbering mountains. Yet they are surrounded by a city thriving with modern day quirks. From castles and fortresses to bars, restaurants, and cafes, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 2-Week Tours from Barcelona, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Spain.
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Granada Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGranada €150Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Granada is €150, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €210. 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 Granada and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGranada €59Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGranada €118Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Granada and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Granada or Puerto del Carmen? 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: Granada Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Granada €22Puerto del Carmen €39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:
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7 Trip Bus Pass€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer Granada downtown to Málaga airport (Agp): $316
- Private Transfer Granada to Granada Train Station by Luxury van: $71
- Via Ferrata Moclín with Transfers: $94
- Private Luxury Airport Transfer: $53
- Granada Private Intercity Transfer to Malaga: $192
- Granada Airport to Granada City Private Arrival Transfer: $49
- From Granada; Private transfer to Sierra Nevada (all hotels): $188
Is it cheaper to fly into Granada or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Granada 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 dayGranada €64Puerto del Carmen €89
Typical Food Prices in Granada
For Granada, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Sangria€2.50
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Sandwich to go€3.00
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Bocadillo & Drink€6.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Granada
For Granada, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flamenco Show with Dinner at Jardines de Zoraya: $63
- Dinner with Paella on a Terrace in the Albayzín and Live Flamenco: $68
- Sacromonte Caves Flamenco Show with Dinner: $68
- Walking Food Tour: $82
- Spanish Cooking Class in Granada: $90
- Food Tour in Granada: $116
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Granada €28Puerto del Carmen €17
Tours and Activities in Granada
For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Walking Tour with Play Granada: $95
- Seville Tour with Alcazar, Cathedral and Giralda from Granada: $252
- 1 Hour Flamenco Class Experience in Granada: $45
- Adventure Cahorros, Monachil/ Climbing and abseiling Granada: $100
- Albaicín & Sacromonte Walking Tour: $19
- Albaicín & Sacromonte: Tour with Flamenco Show: $34
- Albaicín and Sacromonte Sunset tour + Flamenco show : $71
- Albaicin & Sacramonte Electric Bike Tour in Granada : $54
- Albaicin and Sacromonte Private Tour : $102
- Albaicin and Sacromonte: Guided tour and sunset at Mirador San Nicolas: $34
- Albayzín: Granada's Albayzín Tour with Food Tasting: $94
- Albayzin and Sacromonte Guided Walking Tour in Granada: $17
Tours and Activities in Puerto del Carmen
For Puerto del Carmen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Las Palmas: Freedive & Deep Snorkel Experience For Beginners: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGranada €24Puerto del Carmen €60
Sample the Local Flavors in Granada
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:
- Winefulness wine tasting, mindfulness, and senses that awaken: $47
- Wine Tasting in Granada: $56
- Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour: $81
- Granada Tapas and wine tour!: $82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Granada and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen is more expensive. And not only is Granada much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Granada would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Granada 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen than you might in Granada.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Granada Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Granada or Puerto del Carmen?
Granada has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Granada and Puerto del Carmen, 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.