Which place is cheaper, Playa del Ingles or Madrid?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Madrid or Playa del Ingles?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Madrid and Playa del Ingles 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: Madrid or Playa del Ingles?
Madrid
Madrid, the capital of Spain, overs visitors countless opportunities to experience Spain's culture, art, cuisine, and nightlife. It is the largest city in Spain, and as such has much to explore. The city is situated on the Iberian Peninsula on the Spanish central Castillian plateau. If you're flying into Spain, you'll likely fly into the Madrid airport as it's one of the largest airports in Europe. Madrid is well connected to the rest of Spain with planes, trains and buses, making it a popular place to visit for many travelers doing a European tour.
Playa del Ingles
Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.
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Madrid Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadrid €162Playa del Ingles €216
The average daily cost (per person) in Madrid is €162, while the average daily cost in Playa del Ingles is €216. 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 Madrid and Playa del Ingles in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadrid €78Playa del Ingles €93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadrid €156Playa del Ingles €186
Compare Hotels in Madrid and Playa del Ingles
Looking for a hotel in Madrid or Playa del Ingles? 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: Madrid Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madrid €18Playa del Ingles €61
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Madrid
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Madrid are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madrid
Also for Madrid, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vehicle transfer with driver included in Madrid: $153
- Transfer from Barajas Airport to Madrid: $117
- Shuttle Transfer Arrivals: Madrid Airport to City Center: $211
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Madrid Airport (MAD): $79
- Private transfer from Madrid airport to Madrid city center.: $93
- Private transfer departure from City Centre to Madrid Airport: $29
- Private tour of Prado & Reina Sofía, tickets and transfer included: $287
- Private one way Transfer from/to Madrid to/from Segovia: $147
- Private Transfer: Madrid to Madrid Airport MAD in Luxury Van: $89
- Private Transfer: Madrid to Madrid Airport MAD in Luxury Car: $120
- Private Transfer: Madrid to Madrid Airport MAD by Business Car: $84
- Private Transfer: Madrid Airport MAD to Madrid by Luxury Van: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Madrid or Playa del Ingles?
Prices for flights to both Playa del Ingles and Madrid 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 dayMadrid €59Playa del Ingles €84
Typical Food Prices in Madrid
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Madrid:
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Coffee€2.00
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Ice Cream€3.00
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Kebabs (for 2)€16
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Croissant€1.50
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Lunch at Airport (for 2)€16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Madrid
For Madrid, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Zarzuela Opera and Dinner at La Castafiore Restaurant in Madrid: $65
- Madrid Old Town Tour & Flamenco Show with Optional Dinner: $69
- Small-Group Food Tour with Tapas, Wine & Vermouth: $74
- Murder Mystery Dinner Experience: $75
- Chocolate & Churros Cooking Class in Madrid: $76
- Spanish Tapas Experience and Sangría Showcooking in Madrid: $76
- Small-Group Food Tour with Local Tapas & Spanish Wine: $76
- Madrid Luxury Evening Food Tour In the Vibrant La Latina District: $81
- Madrid Food Tour: Best Tapas, Churros & Market Sights by FLT: $88
- Guided Food Tour of Tapas, Ham, Olive Oil & Vermouth: $89
- Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Food Tour – Small Group Local Bars: $90
- Madrid Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Food Tour: $93
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madrid €33Playa del Ingles €33
Tours and Activities in Madrid
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Madrid.
- 2 Days Guided Cultural Tour in Madrid Royal Palace and 3 Museums: $223
- 2 Hour Madrid City Expert Tour: $198
- 2 Hour Private Panoramic Tuk Tuk Tour: $199
- 2-Hour Patisserie Experience for Dessert Lovers: $117
- 3 Hour Private Bike Tour in Madrid with a Guide: $176
- 3-hour experience on the Redován K2 Family Via Ferrata: $49
- 30 Minutes of Jet Ski Adventure on the Coast of Alicante: $106
- A Self-Guided Tour of El Retiro Park’s Rise, Ruin and Redemption: $5.00
- A local's A self-guided audio tour: $12
- Alcalá de Henares Private Tour from Madrid: $251
- Alcala World Heritage Tour: $12
- Alcala de Henares and Cervantes Guided Tour from Madrid: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadrid €19Playa del Ingles €7.86
Typical Alcohol Prices in Madrid
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Madrid are as follows:
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Beer€5.00
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Drinks and Tapas (for 2)€13
Sample the Local Flavors in Madrid
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Madrid:
- Top Pub Crawl Madrid & Party: $12
- Visit to the Winery with Wine Tasting and Appetizers in Navarra: $12
- Spanish Wine Tasting Overlooking Parque del Oeste: $26
- Pub Crawl Madrid-The Original since 2005-Shots-Fun-Clubs-Dance: $29
- Wine Tasting near Plaza Mayor in Madrid: $35
- Wine Tour with tasting in the Natural Park of La Mata: $38
- Wine Tasting in Madrid Experience: $54
- Madrid Tapas and Wine Tour with a Local Guide: $73
- Hypno Tasting Wine Tasting under Hypnosis in Madrid: $76
- Spanish Wine Tasting : $90
- Wine Tasting and Flamenco Master Class in Madrid: $101
- Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour: Local Bars & Spanish Wine Tasting: $111
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madrid and Playa del Ingles, we can see that Playa del Ingles is more expensive. And not only is Madrid much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Madrid would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Madrid 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 del Ingles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa del Ingles than you might in Madrid.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Madrid Expensive? and Is Playa del Ingles Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Madrid or Playa del Ingles?
Madrid has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Playa del Ingles. When comparing the sizes of Madrid and Playa del Ingles, 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.