Which place is cheaper, Lodz or Mamaia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mamaia or Lodz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Mamaia or Lodz? 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 Lodz?
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.
Lodz
Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.
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 Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMamaia $64Lodz $32
The average daily cost (per person) in Mamaia is $64, while the average daily cost in Lodz is $32. 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 Lodz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMamaia $25Lodz $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMamaia $50Lodz $28
Compare Hotels in Mamaia and Lodz
Looking for a hotel in Mamaia or Lodz? 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: Lodz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mamaia $27Lodz $6.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia
Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $174
- 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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz
Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $138
- Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Mamaia or Lodz?
Prices for flights to both Lodz 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
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Food Meals for one dayMamaia $22Lodz $11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lodz
For Lodz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lodz Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $183
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mamaia $13Lodz $5.79
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
Tours and Activities in Lodz
For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $151
- Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $207
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $233
- Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $137
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $246
- Krakow and Auschwitz Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $289
- Lodz Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $102
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $164
- Romantic tour in Lodz: $96
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $267
- Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMamaia $12Lodz $5.71
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 Lodz, we can see that Mamaia is more expensive. And not only is Lodz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lodz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lodz 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 Mamaia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mamaia than you might in Lodz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mamaia Expensive? and Is Lodz Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Mamaia or Lodz?
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 Lodz in the Summer?
Both Lodz and Mamaia are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Mamaia is a little warmer than Lodz in the summer. The daily temperature in Mamaia averages around 22°C (72°F) in July, and Lodz fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Lodz. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mamaia. Mamaia usually receives less sunshine than Lodz during summer. Mamaia gets 320 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 353 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Mamaia usually receives less rain than Lodz. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMamaia 22°C (72°F)Lodz 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Lodz in the Autumn?
Both Lodz and Mamaia during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Mamaia is a little warmer than Lodz. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Mamaia in October average around 14°C (56°F), and Lodz averages at about 9°C (49°F).
In the autumn, Mamaia often gets more sunshine than Lodz. Mamaia gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 135 hours of full sun.
Mamaia usually gets less rain in October than Lodz. Mamaia gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMamaia 14°C (56°F)Lodz 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Lodz in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Mamaia and Lodz.
Lodz can be very cold during winter. Mamaia can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Mamaia is generally much warmer than Lodz. Daily temperatures in Mamaia average around 1°C (33°F), and Lodz fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Mamaia usually receives more sunshine than Lodz during winter. Mamaia gets 83 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 35 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Mamaia usually receives more rain than Lodz. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMamaia 1°C (33°F)Lodz -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Mamaia or Lodz in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Mamaia as well as Lodz.
Mamaia is a little warmer than Lodz in the spring. The daily temperature in Mamaia averages around 10°C (51°F) in April, and Lodz fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lodz. In the spring, Mamaia often gets less sunshine than Lodz. Mamaia gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 247 hours of full sun.
Mamaia usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Lodz. Mamaia gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMamaia 10°C (51°F)Lodz 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Lodz and Mamaia
| Mamaia | Lodz | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (65°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (38°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
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