Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Marbella?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Marbella or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Marbella or Mostar, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Marbella or Mostar?
Marbella
Marbella is a city in southern Spain in the province of Malaga. It is part of the Costa del Sol (Coast of the Sun) and is located on the Mediterranean Sea between Malaga and the Strait of Gibraltar. It is one of the most important tourist cities in the area and receives many national and international tourists year round due to its climate and tourism structures. Marbella is a bit of a glamorous city due to its beauty and resort-type environment. The old town with its narrow cobbled streets and flower-filled plazas is packed with shops and art galleries selling boutique clothes and accessories, and handmade wares. The city has significant archaeological and historical heritage and many events and performances throughout the year.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMarbella €117Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Marbella is €117, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Marbella and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMarbella €61Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMarbella €122Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Marbella and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Marbella or Mostar? 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: Marbella Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Marbella €24Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marbella
Also for Marbella, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vip Transfer from Malaga Airport to Fuengirola or Marbella: $21
- Private Transfer from Fuengirola to Malaga (AGP) airport: $64
- Private Transfer from Alhaurín El Grande to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $68
- Costa del Sol: Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Malaga Airport: $75
- Private Transfer from Coín to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $80
- Private Transfer from Torre del Mar to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $97
- Private Transfer from Lomas De Cabopino to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $97
- Private Transfer from Marbesa to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $97
- Private Transfer from Vélez-Málaga to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $97
- TRANSFER MALAGA AIRPORT from OR to MARBELLA-PRICE ALL INCLUSIVE: $104
- Private Transfer from Los Monteros to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $107
- Private Transfer from Algarrobo to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $109
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
Is it cheaper to fly into Marbella or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Marbella 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 dayMarbella €38Mostar €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marbella
For Marbella, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour: $87
- The Mediterranean Diet & Lifestyle Cooking Class.: $180
- Gourmet Cooking Class & Culture in the rural Montes de Malaga.: $191
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Marbella €19Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Marbella
For Marbella, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discover the Old Town through a Self-Guided Tour: $4.60
- Marbella Old Town Walking Tour : $15
- Sightseeing Walking Tour: $21
- Guided tour and olive oil tasting in Alhaurin el Grande (Málaga) : $22
- Marbella Old Town: Group Tour with a True Local: $24
- Marbella Old Town group tour with a True Local: $24
- group walking Tour: $26
- Explore Marbella Old Town: Tapas Tasting Adventure: $27
- Marbella like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $32
- Bike City Tour Marbella: $32
- Dolphin Watching Adventure in Estepona Bay: $38
- 2 h Estepona Bay Tour: $47
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMarbella €5.71Mostar €3.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Marbella
Also in Marbella, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Manilva & Gaucin Wine Tour from the Costa del Sol: $152
- From Manilva Sunset Wine Tasting Tour with Tapas: $159
- Ronda Full Day Wine Tour from Marbella: $195
- From Antequera Wine Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $213
- From Axarquia Wine Tour with Wine Pairing Lunch: $234
- Full-Day Private Ronda Wine Tour Experience from Marbella: $262
- VIP Ronda Wine Tour and Tasting and Gourmet Lunch Experience with Winemaker: $272
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Marbella and Mostar, we can see that Marbella is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Marbella would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Marbella than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Marbella Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Marbella or Mostar?
Marbella has a larger population, and is about 15% larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Marbella and Mostar, 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.
When is the best time to visit Marbella or Mostar?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Marbella or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Marbella as well as Mostar. Most visitors come to Marbella for the beaches, snorkeling, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Marbella is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Marbella in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Mostar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Marbella this time of the year. In the summer, Marbella often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar. Marbella gets 348 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Marbella usually gets less rain in July than Mostar. Marbella gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMarbella 25°C (77°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Marbella or Mostar in the Autumn?
Both Mostar and Marbella are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Marbella because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Marbella is generally a little warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Marbella average around 19°C (67°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Marbella. Marbella usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Marbella gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In October, Marbella usually receives less rain than Mostar. Marbella gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMarbella 19°C (67°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Marbella or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Marbella during the winter are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Marbella this time of year.
Marbella is much warmer than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Marbella averages around 12°C (54°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Marbella often gets more sunshine than Mostar. Marbella gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Marbella usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Marbella gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMarbella 12°C (54°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Marbella or Mostar in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Marbella and Mostar. Many travelers come to Marbella for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Marbella is around the same temperature as Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Marbella in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In Marbella, it's very sunny this time of the year. Marbella usually receives more sunshine than Mostar during spring. Marbella gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Marbella usually receives less rain than Mostar. Marbella gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMarbella 16°C (60°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Marbella
| Marbella | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (60°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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