Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Le Mans?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Le Mans or Puerto del Carmen?
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 Le Mans and Puerto del Carmen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Le Mans or Puerto del Carmen?
Le Mans
Le Mans is a city in France, on the Sarthe River. Le Mans is found about 80 kilometers north of Tours, and south of Alencon. To many of course, Le Mans is famous only for a 24 hour racing event once a year. If you are not interested in cars and car racing, it is best to avoid visiting Le Mans in the middle of June. However, Le Mans also has a fantastic old town and is well worth the visit. Known as the Cite Plantagenet, this is where in 1129 Geoffrey Plantagenet married Matilda, daughter of Henry I of England and gave birth to Henry II.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to France, The Best Sightseeing Tours in France, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLe Mans €83Puerto del Carmen €173
The average daily cost (per person) in Le Mans is €83, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen 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 Le Mans and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLe Mans €37Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLe Mans €74Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Le Mans and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Le Mans or Puerto del Carmen? 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: Le Mans Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Le Mans €30Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto del Carmen
Also for Puerto del Carmen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lanzarote : Parasailing activity with hotel transfer: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Le Mans or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Le Mans 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 dayLe Mans €27Puerto del Carmen €51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Le Mans €15Puerto del Carmen €17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLe Mans €12Puerto del Carmen €60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Le Mans and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen is more expensive. And not only is Le Mans much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Le Mans would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Le Mans 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen than you might in Le Mans.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Le Mans Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Le Mans or Puerto del Carmen?
Le Mans has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Puerto del Carmen. When comparing the sizes of Le Mans and Puerto del Carmen, 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.