A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Hydra vs. Mamaia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hydra or Mamaia?

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

Should I visit Hydra or Mamaia? 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: Hydra or Mamaia?

Hydra

The island of Hydra is located in the Aegean Sea between the Saronic and Argolic Gulfs. Named for its natural springs, the island now has most of its freshwater imported from the mainland. The real gem of the place is the absence of motorized vehicles. Car and scooters are nowhere to be seen by the narrow marble-cobbled lanes, rocks, and sea. Such vehicles have been outlawed and so the way to navigate the island is by donkey, water taxi, or on foot.

Mamaia

The most popular beach resort in Romania, Mamaia sits on an 8-kilometer wisp of land between Lake Siutghiol and the Black Sea. With plenty of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and an aqua park, the resort area is a party-goer's destination with endless opportunities for fun in the sun and nighttime merriment.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Greece, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest.

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

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

When is the best time to visit Hydra or Mamaia?

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 Hydra or Mamaia in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Hydra as well as Mamaia. The summer months attract visitors to Hydra because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Hydra is a little warmer than Mamaia. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hydra in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Mamaia averages at about 22°C (72°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mamaia. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hydra this time of the year. In the summer, Hydra often gets more sunshine than Mamaia. Hydra gets 357 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 320 hours of full sun.

Hydra usually gets less rain in July than Mamaia. Hydra gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Hydra or Mamaia in the Autumn?

Both Mamaia and Hydra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Hydra this time of year.

In October, Hydra is generally a little warmer than Mamaia. Daily temperatures in Hydra average around 19°C (67°F), and Mamaia fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hydra. Hydra usually receives more sunshine than Mamaia during autumn. Hydra gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 182 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Hydra usually receives more rain than Mamaia. Hydra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Hydra or Mamaia in the Winter?

Both Mamaia and Hydra during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Hydra for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Mamaia can get quite cold in the winter. Hydra is much warmer than Mamaia in the winter. The daily temperature in Hydra averages around 10°C (51°F) in January, and Mamaia fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).

In the winter, Hydra often gets more sunshine than Mamaia. Hydra gets 143 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 83 hours of full sun.

Hydra usually gets more rain in January than Mamaia. Hydra gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Hydra or Mamaia in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hydra and Mamaia. Many visitors come to Hydra in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Hydra is much warmer than Mamaia. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hydra in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Mamaia averages at about 10°C (51°F).

In Hydra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hydra usually receives more sunshine than Mamaia during spring. Hydra gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 180 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Hydra usually receives less rain than Mamaia. Hydra gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Mamaia and Hydra