Which place is cheaper, Ezcaray or Lanzarote?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lanzarote or Ezcaray?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Lanzarote or Ezcaray, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Lanzarote or Ezcaray?
Lanzarote
Lanzarote is one of Spain's Canary Islands, located off the northwestern coast of Africa. Some of its most popular features include the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, the underground caverns of Cueva de los Verdes, as well as the resort towns of Costa Teguise, Puerto del Carmen, and Playa Blanca.
Ezcaray
Ezcaray, Spain is a great place to go if you are looking for a scenic, relaxing, and peaceful destination. It is located in the Sierra de la Demanda mountains on the banks of the Oja river. Because of the mountain range nearby, it is also a great place for mountaineers. Ezcaray is a small town with big charm and momentous possibilities. It is located right at the base of the San Lorenzo peak in the Oja valley in the La Rioja region of Spain. The town has a population of less than 2,000, so it is a far cry from big city life, but that's part of what makes it such a gem to visit. Some say it is one of the best locations to get an authentic feel of real Spain without the big touristy populations. Its sheer beauty has also been compared to something out of a fairy tale.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in Spain, The Best Bicycle Tours in Spain, The Best Adventure Tours to Spain, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLanzarote €161Ezcaray €111
The average daily cost (per person) in Lanzarote is €161, while the average daily cost in Ezcaray is €111. 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 Lanzarote and Ezcaray in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLanzarote €95Ezcaray €56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLanzarote €190Ezcaray €112
Compare Hotels in Lanzarote and Ezcaray
Looking for a hotel in Lanzarote or Ezcaray? 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: Ezcaray Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lanzarote €40Ezcaray €21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lanzarote
Also for Lanzarote, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Arrecife hotels to Arrecife Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Arrecife Cruise Port to Arrecife Hotels: $28
- Puerto del Carmen & Puerto Calero Boat Transfer: $12
- Dolphin-Watching Sunset Cruise with Transfers: $52
- Lanzarote Airport Departure Transfer (Playa Blanca Hotels to Lanzarote Airport): $116
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Puerto del Carmen Hotel): $82
- Lanzarote Airport Arrival Transfer (Airport to Playa Blanca Hotels or Address): $116
- Graciosa Marine Reserve Catamaran Day Trip with Transfers: $86
- Fuerteventura at your leisure( bus transfer and return ferry ticket): $48
- From Round-Trip Ferry Transfer to Fuerteventura: $48
- Aqualava Splashtastic with Transfer: $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Lanzarote or Ezcaray?
Prices for flights to both Ezcaray and Lanzarote 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 dayLanzarote €42Ezcaray €39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lanzarote
For Lanzarote, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Puerto del Carmen: Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $52
- Music Hall Tavern - MHT Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $54
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lanzarote €17Ezcaray €21
Tours and Activities in Lanzarote
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lanzarote.
- 2-Hour Ryker Tour through the North of Lanzarote: $137
- 2-Hour Surfing Experience for Beginners in Famara: $55
- 2-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $142
- 2.5-hour Lanzarote Sunset Cruise from Marina Puerto del Carmen: $46
- 2h Buggy Tour guided by the north of Lanzarote: $142
- 2hrs Dolphins Sunset Sailing Cruise With Drink: $54
- 3 Hour Amazing Automatic Can Am Buggy Tour of Beautiful Lanzarote: $186
- 3-hour Buggy Tour from Costa Teguise: $197
- 4-seater Mixed Guided Buggy Volcano Tour in Lanzarote: $273
- Aqualava Waterpark Lanzarote Entrance Ticket: $27
- Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket: $28
- Arrecife/Playa Blanca: Timanfaya National Park Area Day Tour: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLanzarote €9.29Ezcaray €19
Sample the Local Flavors in Lanzarote
Also in Lanzarote, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Tour at El Grifo Bodega: $53
- Half Day Timanfaya Volcanic Tour with Wine Tasting: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lanzarote and Ezcaray, we can see that Lanzarote is more expensive. And not only is Ezcaray much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ezcaray would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ezcaray 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 Lanzarote would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lanzarote than you might in Ezcaray.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lanzarote Expensive? and Is Ezcaray Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Lanzarote or Ezcaray?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Lanzarote or Ezcaray in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lanzarote and Ezcaray.
In July, Lanzarote is generally a little warmer than Ezcaray. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 24°C (75°F), and Ezcaray fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In Lanzarote, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Ezcaray during summer. Lanzarote gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Ezcaray receives 188 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Ezcaray. Lanzarote gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Ezcaray receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLanzarote 24°C (75°F)Ezcaray 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Ezcaray in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lanzarote as well as Ezcaray.
Lanzarote is a little warmer than Ezcaray in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lanzarote averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Ezcaray fluctuates around 16°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lanzarote this time of the year. In the autumn, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Ezcaray. Lanzarote gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ezcaray receives 125 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Ezcaray. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in October than Ezcaray. Lanzarote gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ezcaray receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLanzarote 23°C (73°F)Ezcaray 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Ezcaray in the Winter?
Both Ezcaray and Lanzarote are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In the winter, Lanzarote is much warmer than Ezcaray. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lanzarote in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Ezcaray averages at about 9°C (48°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lanzarote. Lanzarote usually receives more sunshine than Ezcaray during winter. Lanzarote gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Ezcaray receives 77 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ezcaray. In January, Lanzarote usually receives less rain than Ezcaray. Lanzarote gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Ezcaray receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLanzarote 17°C (63°F)Ezcaray 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Lanzarote or Ezcaray in the Spring?
Both Ezcaray and Lanzarote during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Lanzarote is generally much warmer than Ezcaray. Daily temperatures in Lanzarote average around 20°C (68°F), and Ezcaray fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
It's quite sunny in Lanzarote. In the spring, Lanzarote often gets more sunshine than Ezcaray. Lanzarote gets 250 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ezcaray receives 117 hours of full sun.
Ezcaray gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lanzarote usually gets less rain in April than Ezcaray. Lanzarote gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Ezcaray receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLanzarote 20°C (68°F)Ezcaray 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Ezcaray and Lanzarote
| Lanzarote | Ezcaray | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Feb | 18°C (64°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Dec | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
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