Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Mostar?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mostar or Playa de las Americas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Mostar and Playa de las Americas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Mostar or Playa de las Americas?
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.
Playa de las Americas
If you are looking to escape your life - to relax on a modern day pleasure island, then you need to book a trip to the Playa de las Americas resort town. Located on the south coast of Tenerife, this party, beach, and vacation capital never goes to sleep. Packed with nightclubs, bars, live music, shops and restaurants, Playa de las Americas is the stuff Hollywood movies are made of.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMostar $70Playa de las Americas $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Mostar is $70, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is $209. 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 Mostar and Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMostar $36Playa de las Americas $123
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMostar $72Playa de las Americas $246
Compare Hotels in Mostar and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Mostar or Playa de las Americas? 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: Mostar Hotel Prices and Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mostar $8.65Playa de las Americas $60
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)$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Mostar or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas and Mostar 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 dayMostar $26Playa de las Americas $48
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)$15
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.Mostar $9.37Playa de las Americas $32
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 dayMostar $3.71Playa de las Americas $9.18
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)$6.55
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 Mostar and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas 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 Playa de las Americas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Playa de las Americas 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 Mostar Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mostar or Playa de las Americas?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Mostar and Playa de las Americas, 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 Mostar or Playa de las Americas?
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 Mostar or Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Mostar as well as Playa de las Americas.
In July, Mostar is generally around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Mostar average around 26°C (78°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa de las Americas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mostar this time of the year. In the summer, Mostar often gets more sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Mostar gets 323 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun.
Mostar usually gets more rain in July than Playa de las Americas. Mostar gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMostar 26°C (78°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Mostar or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
Both Playa de las Americas and Mostar are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Mostar is cooler than Playa de las Americas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Mostar averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. Mostar usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during autumn. Mostar gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. In October, Mostar usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Mostar gets 153 mm (6 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMostar 17°C (62°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Mostar or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
Both Playa de las Americas and Mostar during the winter are popular places to visit.
In the winter, Mostar is much colder than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Mostar in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In the winter, Mostar often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Mostar gets 113 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. Mostar usually gets more rain in January than Playa de las Americas. Mostar gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMostar 6°C (42°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Mostar or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Mostar and Playa de las Americas.
In April, Mostar is generally cooler than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Mostar average around 14°C (58°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. Mostar usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during spring. Mostar gets 174 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Mostar usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Mostar gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMostar 14°C (58°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Mostar
| Mostar | Playa de las Americas | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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.