Which place is cheaper, Hvar or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Hvar?
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 Pamukkale and Hvar can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Hvar?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Hvar $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Hvar is $109. 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 Pamukkale and Hvar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Hvar $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Hvar $80
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Hvar
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Hvar? 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Hvar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Hvar $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
- Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $535
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Hvar?
Prices for flights to both Hvar and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $69Hvar $41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Hvar Charming Abandoned Village Small Group Tour and Local Dinner: $180
- Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $187
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $202
- Hvar Abandoned Village Tour with Local Dinner: $214
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner: $234
- Food Tour: Traditional Flavours and Food Sampling on Hvar: $262
- The Best of Hvar in a Day with Wine tasting and Local Dinner: $273
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Hvar $7.99
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$2.01
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Pamukkale City Highlights Small Group Guided Tour with Lunch: $40
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $48
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $48
- Shared Pamukkale Group Tour from Pamukkale: $57
- From Bodrum: Pamukkale & Hierapolis Guided Tour with Lunch: $63
- Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour: $67
- Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale : $71
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Shared Cultural Tour in Pamukkale and Hierapolis: $81
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour: $85
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $98
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $22
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $23
- 3-Hour Lavender Tour from Hvar: $150
- Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $86
- Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $141
- Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $918
- Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $229
- Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $109
- Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $107
- Blue cave group tour with swimming and snorkelling from Hvar: $76
- Blue cave tour with speed boat from town Hvar: $196
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Hvar $9.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $118
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $142
- Wine Tasting Tour: $157
- Chocolate and Wine Tasting Small Group Tour from Hvar: $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Hvar, we can see that Pamukkale is more expensive. And not only is Hvar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hvar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hvar 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 Pamukkale would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pamukkale than you might in Hvar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Hvar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Hvar?
Pamukkale has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale and Hvar, 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 Pamukkale or Hvar?
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 Pamukkale or Hvar in the Summer?
Both Hvar and Pamukkale during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Hvar in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Hvar. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hvar. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Hvar. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Hvar 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Hvar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Hvar. Furthermore, most visitors come to Hvar for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Hvar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Hvar fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Hvar. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Hvar 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Hvar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Hvar. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Hvar because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Pamukkale is around the same temperature as Hvar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Hvar averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Pamukkale often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hvar. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale usually gets more rain in January than Hvar. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Hvar 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Hvar in the Spring?
Both Hvar and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.
In April, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Hvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Hvar during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Hvar. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Hvar 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Hvar and Pamukkale
| Pamukkale | Hvar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 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.