Which place is cheaper, Mamaia or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale or Mamaia?
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 Mamaia can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Mamaia?
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $156Mamaia $64
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, while the average daily cost in Mamaia is $64. 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 Mamaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Mamaia $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Mamaia $50
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Mamaia
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale or Mamaia? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Mamaia $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $81
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia
Also for Mamaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 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
- Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $174
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Mamaia?
Prices for flights to both Mamaia 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 $69Mamaia $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Mamaia $13
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.
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tours: $120
- All-inclusive Private Guided Tour of Pamukkale: $256
- Antalya: Full-Day Pamukkale Tour: $80
- Antalya: Pamukkale Guided Tour With Optional Balloon Flight: $37
- Aphrodisias&Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from Izmir&Kusadasi: $299
- Best Rates Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour : $277
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour included Pick Up from Denizli Airport: $118
- Daily Guided Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Hotel in Pamukkale.: $93
- Daily Pamukkale Guided Tour with extra Red spring enjoyment.: $92
- Daily Pamukkale Tour from istanbul: $642
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Airport : $109
- Daily Pamukkale Tour with Pick up from Denizli Bus station: $103
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Mamaia $12
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 Pamukkale and Mamaia, we can see that Pamukkale 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 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 Mamaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Mamaia Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pamukkale or Mamaia?
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 Pamukkale or Mamaia in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Mamaia.
In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Mamaia. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Mamaia fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Mamaia this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Mamaia during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 320 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Mamaia. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Mamaia 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Mamaia in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Mamaia.
Pamukkale is a little warmer than Mamaia in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Mamaia fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pamukkale this time of the year. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Mamaia. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 182 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in October than Mamaia. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Mamaia 14°C (56°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Mamaia in the Winter?
Both Mamaia and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Mamaia. In the winter, Pamukkale is much warmer than Mamaia. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Mamaia averages at about 1°C (33°F).
Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Mamaia during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 83 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pamukkale. In January, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Mamaia. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Mamaia 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Mamaia in the Spring?
Both Mamaia and Pamukkale during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Pamukkale is generally much warmer than Mamaia. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Mamaia fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Mamaia. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 180 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in April than Mamaia. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Mamaia 10°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Mamaia and Pamukkale
| Pamukkale | Mamaia | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 38 mm (1.5 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.