A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Mamaia vs. Kitzbuhel for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Mamaia or Kitzbuhel?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Mamaia or Kitzbuhel? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Mamaia or Kitzbuhel?

Mamaia

The most popular beach resort in Romania, Mamaia sits on an 8-kilometer wisp of land between Lake Siutghiol and the Black Sea. With plenty of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and an aqua park, the resort area is a party-goer's destination with endless opportunities for fun in the sun and nighttime merriment.

Kitzbuhel

An internationally renowned ski resort, Kitzbuhel is a part of one of the largest ski regions in Austria. Located about halfway between Innsbruck and Salzburg, the town is surrounded by the Kitzbuhler Alpen, which reach over 2,000 meters. The rugged terrain is a great location for skiing in the winter as well as hiking in the summer.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest, The Best Budget Tours to Austria, and The Best Luxury Tours to Austria.


Which place is cheaper, Kitzbuhel or Mamaia?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Mamaia is $64, while the average daily cost in Kitzbuhel is $192. 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 Mamaia and Kitzbuhel in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Mamaia $25
    Kitzbuhel $95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Mamaia $50
    Kitzbuhel $190
Compare Hotels in Mamaia and Kitzbuhel

Looking for a hotel in Mamaia or Kitzbuhel? 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.

Hotels in Mamaia


Hotels in Kitzbuhel


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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: Kitzbuhel Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Mamaia $27
    Kitzbuhel $73

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia

Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Mihail Kogalniceanu Constanta to Bucharest Driver - Private Guided Transfer : $272
  • Constanta to Bucharest Otopeni airport - private transfers: $251
  • Cernavoda to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $218
  • Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $174

Is it cheaper to fly into Mamaia or Kitzbuhel?

Prices for flights to both Kitzbuhel and Mamaia 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Mamaia $22
    Kitzbuhel $51

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Mamaia $13
    Kitzbuhel $36

Tours and Activities in Mamaia

For Mamaia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Day Tour: Visit Histria Winery and Ancient Citadel: $86
  • One Day Tour to Constanta (The Ancient City of Tomis): $175
  • Self-Guided Labyrinth in the Rocks Tour near Silistra: $21

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Mamaia $12
    Kitzbuhel $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Mamaia

Also in Mamaia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Unveilling the Essence: Gabai Winery's Captivating Wine Tours: $44


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mamaia and Kitzbuhel, we can see that Kitzbuhel is more expensive. And not only is Mamaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mamaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mamaia 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 Kitzbuhel would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kitzbuhel than you might in Mamaia.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mamaia Expensive? and Is Kitzbuhel Expensive?.