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

Should you visit Mamaia or Kosice?

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

Should I visit Mamaia or Kosice? 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 Kosice?

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.

Kosice

Founded in the 13th century, Kosice today is the second largest city in Slovakia featuring churches, cathedrals, and fortifications which speak to its roots as a center of activity during the Middle Ages. Some of its top attractions include the city's historical center, Singing Fountain, and Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mamaia and Kosice, we can see that Kosice 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 Kosice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kosice 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 Kosice Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Mamaia or Kosice?

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 Mamaia or Kosice in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Mamaia and Kosice.

In July, Mamaia is generally around the same temperature as Kosice. Daily temperatures in Mamaia average around 22°C (72°F), and Kosice fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kosice this time of the year. In Mamaia, it's very sunny this time of the year. Mamaia usually receives more sunshine than Kosice during summer. Mamaia gets 320 hours of sunny skies, while Kosice receives 275 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Mamaia usually receives less rain than Kosice. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Mamaia or Kosice in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Mamaia as well as Kosice.

Mamaia is a little warmer than Kosice in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mamaia averages around 14°C (56°F) in October, and Kosice fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

In the autumn, Mamaia often gets more sunshine than Kosice. Mamaia gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kosice receives 150 hours of full sun.

Mamaia usually gets less rain in October than Kosice. Mamaia gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Mamaia or Kosice in the Winter?

Both Kosice and Mamaia are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.

Kosice can be very cold during winter. Mamaia can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Mamaia is much warmer than Kosice. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mamaia in January average around 1°C (33°F), and Kosice averages at about -2°C (28°F).

Mamaia usually receives more sunshine than Kosice during winter. Mamaia gets 83 hours of sunny skies, while Kosice receives 59 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Mamaia usually receives more rain than Kosice. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Mamaia or Kosice in the Spring?

Both Kosice and Mamaia during the spring are popular places to visit.

In April, Mamaia is generally around the same temperature as Kosice. Daily temperatures in Mamaia average around 10°C (51°F), and Kosice fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

In the spring, Mamaia often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kosice. Mamaia gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kosice receives 191 hours of full sun.

Mamaia usually gets less rain in April than Kosice. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Kosice and Mamaia