A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Hvar vs. Costa Teguise for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hvar or Costa Teguise?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hvar and Costa Teguise 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: Hvar or Costa Teguise?

Hvar

Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.

Costa Teguise

Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or Hvar?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Hvar is $109, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is $165. 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 Hvar and Costa Teguise in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Hvar $40
    Costa Teguise $90
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Hvar $80
    Costa Teguise $180
Compare Hotels in Hvar and Costa Teguise

Looking for a hotel in Hvar or Costa Teguise? 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 Hvar


Hotels in Costa Teguise


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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: Hvar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Hvar $50
    Costa Teguise $45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:

  • Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $535

Is it cheaper to fly into Hvar or Costa Teguise?

Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and Hvar 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
    Hvar $41
    Costa Teguise $44

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.

  • Hvar Charming Abandoned Village Small Group Tour and Local Dinner: $180
  • Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $187
  • Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $202
  • Hvar Abandoned Village Tour with Local Dinner: $214
  • Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner: $234
  • Food Tour: Traditional Flavours and Food Sampling on Hvar: $262
  • The Best of Hvar in a Day with Wine tasting and Local Dinner: $273
  • Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $273

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Hvar $7.99
    Costa Teguise $32

Tours and Activities in Hvar

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:

  • BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $98
  • 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $22
  • 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $23
  • 3-Hour Lavender Tour from Hvar: $150
  • Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $86
  • Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $141
  • Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $918
  • Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $229
  • Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $109
  • Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $107
  • Blue cave group tour with swimming and snorkelling from Hvar: $76
  • Blue cave tour with speed boat from town Hvar: $196

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Hvar $9.80
    Costa Teguise $9.95

Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar

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

  • Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $118
  • Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
  • Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $142
  • Wine Tasting Tour: $157
  • Chocolate and Wine Tasting Small Group Tour from Hvar: $175


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

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


Which is Bigger, Hvar or Costa Teguise?

Hvar has a larger population, and is about 23% larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Hvar and Costa Teguise, 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 Hvar or Costa Teguise?

Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Hvar or Costa Teguise in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Hvar as well as Costa Teguise. Many travelers come to Hvar for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Hvar is a little warmer than Costa Teguise. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hvar in July average around 26°C (80°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 23°C (73°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. In the summer, Hvar often gets more sunshine than Costa Teguise. Hvar gets 345 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun.

Hvar usually gets more rain in July than Costa Teguise. Hvar gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Hvar 26°C (80°F) 
    Costa Teguise 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Hvar or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?

Both Costa Teguise and Hvar are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Hvar in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Hvar is generally cooler than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Hvar average around 18°C (64°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hvar. Hvar usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during autumn. Hvar gets 200 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Hvar usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Hvar gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Hvar 18°C (64°F) 
    Costa Teguise 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Hvar or Costa Teguise in the Winter?

Both Costa Teguise and Hvar during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Hvar for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Hvar is much colder than Costa Teguise in the winter. The daily temperature in Hvar averages around 8°C (47°F) in January, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Hvar often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Hvar gets 128 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun.

Hvar usually gets more rain in January than Costa Teguise. Hvar gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Hvar 8°C (47°F) 
    Costa Teguise 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Hvar or Costa Teguise in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hvar and Costa Teguise. The spring months attract visitors to Hvar because of the beaches and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Hvar is cooler than Costa Teguise. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hvar in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 19°C (66°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hvar usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during spring. Hvar gets 212 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Hvar usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Hvar gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Hvar 15°C (59°F) 
    Costa Teguise 19°C (66°F)

Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Hvar

Hvar Costa Teguise
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Feb 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in) 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 19°C (66°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
May 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in) 20°C (68°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Jun 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in) 22°C (72°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Jul 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) 23°C (73°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Aug 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in) 25°C (77°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Sep 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in) 22°C (72°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Dec 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)