Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Kotor?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kotor or Playa de las Americas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Kotor and Playa de las Americas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kotor or Playa de las Americas?
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.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKotor €100Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Kotor is €100, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 Kotor and Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKotor €49Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKotor €98Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Kotor and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Kotor or Playa de las Americas? 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: Kotor Hotel Prices and Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kotor €9.26Playa de las Americas €56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Private Transfer from Dubrovnik to Kotor: $333
- Kotor Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Podgorica hotels: $297
- Podgorica Airport (TGD): Transfer to Kotor Cruise Port: $297
- Airport Transfer Tivat / Porto Montenegro to Podgorica City: $272
- Private Transfer from Lustica to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $262
- Transfer Portonovi / Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik Old Town: $251
- Private transfer from Kotor to Dubrovnik: $240
- Private Transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): $214
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik City: $194
- Private Transfer from Kotor or Perast to Dubrovnik airport: $185
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Podgorica: $155
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Kotor or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas and Kotor 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 dayKotor €43Playa de las Americas €45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $203
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $226
- Kotor and Perast Private Tour with Cooking Class and Boat Ride: $262
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $306
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kotor €8.32Playa de las Americas €30
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Blue Cave, Lady of Rocks and Mamula Speed Boat Tour : $44
- "Adriatic Adventure: Blue Cave & Islands Speedboat Tour": $46
- 1-Day Montenegro Hiking Tour to Durmitor National Park : $119
- 3 Hour Speed Boat Tour to Blue Cave with WiFi and Drinks: $55
- 3-Hour Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks Private Speedboat Tour: $294
- Adventure park ’Lovcen’ and Njegos’s Mausoleum : $198
- All inclusive - Lovcen tour: $131
- Bay of 2-Hour Stand Up Paddle Board Tour: $53
- Bay of 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour: $53
- Bay of 2.5-Hour Kayak Tour : $55
- Bike & hike tour : $82
- Bike tour - Downhill from Njegos Mausoleum to Kotor bay: $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKotor €8.51Playa de las Americas €8.57
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Private tour: Homemade food and wine tasting at my family home: $125
- Private National Park Lovcen with food and wine tasting: $136
- Wine tasting and magical tour from Kotor, Budva, Tivat (Lovcen,Skadar lake): $251
- National Parks Skadar Lake and Lovcen+Wine tasting (Private tour): $260
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $428
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kotor and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Kotor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kotor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kotor 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas than you might in Kotor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kotor Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kotor or Playa de las Americas?
Kotor has a larger population, and is about 78% larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Kotor and Playa de las Americas, 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 Kotor or Playa de las Americas?
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 Kotor or Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
Both Playa de las Americas and Kotor during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Kotor because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Kotor is around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kotor in July average around 26°C (80°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kotor. In the summer, Kotor often gets more sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Kotor gets 341 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun.
Kotor usually gets more rain in July than Playa de las Americas. Kotor gets 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKotor 26°C (80°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Kotor or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kotor and Playa de las Americas. The hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Kotor this time of year.
In October, Kotor is generally cooler than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Kotor average around 17°C (63°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. In Kotor, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kotor usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas during autumn. Kotor gets 203 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Kotor gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Kotor usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Kotor gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKotor 17°C (63°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Kotor or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Kotor as well as Playa de las Americas. Many travelers come to Kotor for the cuisine.
Kotor is much colder than Playa de las Americas in the winter. The daily temperature in Kotor averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In the winter, Kotor often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Kotor gets 121 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun.
Kotor receives a lot of rain in the winter. Kotor usually gets more rain in January than Playa de las Americas. Kotor gets 186 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKotor 6°C (42°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Kotor or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
Both Playa de las Americas and Kotor are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Kotor in the spring for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Kotor is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kotor in April average around 14°C (58°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. Kotor usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas during spring. Kotor gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Kotor. In April, Kotor usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Kotor gets 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKotor 14°C (58°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Kotor
| Kotor | Playa de las Americas | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (80°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (53°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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