Which place is cheaper, Adeje or Kos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kos or Adeje?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Adeje 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: Kos or Adeje?
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
Adeje
If you're looking for a luxurious winter getaway - the kind of place where tourists are top of mind - then you'll likely find yourself on Tenerife's coastal region. Located on the northern section of this strip is the city of Costa Adeje. Here you'll find hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants all ready to cater to every tourists wishes. It's the kind of getaway you always thought was reserved for the rich and famous. Now you can enjoy sitting in a beachy lap of luxury.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKos €134Adeje €173
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €134, while the average daily cost in Adeje is €173. 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 Kos and Adeje in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKos €62Adeje €87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKos €124Adeje €174
Compare Hotels in Kos and Adeje
Looking for a hotel in Kos or Adeje? 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: Kos Hotel Prices and Adeje Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kos €37Adeje €64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach: $24
- Private arrival Transfer from Kos Airport to any resort in the island: $84
- Private Transfer from Kos Airport to Resorts: $30
- Lido Water Park Admission Ticket with Transfers: $24
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $27
- Paradise Beach Return Transfer: $25
- Kos transfer services, Kos - Airport - Kos: $107
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $30
- Kos Private Transfer Services: $52
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $59
- Kos Airport to Kos Hotels Private One–Way Transfer: $64
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Kos or Adeje?
Prices for flights to both Adeje and Kos 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 dayKos €43Adeje €50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $43
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $61
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $62
- Tavern Dinner Experience with Greek Dancing and Wine: $65
- Kos Cooking Classes by Mama Contessa: $86
- Private Greek Cooking Class in Kos with Lunch: $90
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $95
- Private Cooking Class in Kos, Local Recipes: $97
- Half Day Wine Tasting with Dinner in Kos: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kos €33Adeje €19
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $29
- From Boat Tour to the Volcanic Island of Nisyros: $37
- From Cruise to Kalymnos, Pserimos, and Plati with Lunch: $41
- From Kalymnos, Pserimos and Plati Day Cruise: $32
- From Nissyros guided island tour and volcano: $57
- From Pserimos Island Snorkeling Cruise by Diving Boat: $53
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $27
- From the Port of Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands: $32
- Full Day 3-Island Boat Cruise from Port of Kos: $38
- Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands with optional pickup: $33
- Full-Day 3 Island Cruise Tour in Kos Island: $37
- Full-Day Tour to Nisyros The Volcano Island: $33
Tours and Activities in Adeje
For Adeje, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $102
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Ifonche Flight Experience: $139
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Performance Flight Experience: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKos €19Adeje €8.21
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Wineries Tour w/ Wine Tastings, Lunch & Transportation: $59
- From Tour of 2 Wineries with Wine Tasting & Small Bites: $63
- Kos Island: Wine Tasting & Zia Village Visit for Sunset: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kos and Adeje, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Kos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kos 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 Adeje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Adeje than you might in Kos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kos Expensive? and Is Adeje Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kos or Adeje?
Adeje has a larger population, and is about 74% larger than the population of Kos. When comparing the sizes of Kos and Adeje, 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.