Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Pamukkale?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale and Playa de las Americas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Playa de las Americas?
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.
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 Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey, 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 dayPamukkale $156Playa de las Americas $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $156, 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 Pamukkale and Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $56Playa de las Americas $123
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $112Playa de las Americas $246
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $35Playa de las Americas $60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya; Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Tour with Transfer: $280
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Airport Private Transfer: $165
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $136
- Pamukkale to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport-Departure Transfer: $125
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $109
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $104
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $104
- Transfer from Denizli Airport to Pamukkale Karahayit Hotels: $102
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $100
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $98
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $90
- Antalya: Guided Pamukkale Tour w/Lunch/Transfer: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas 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 $69Playa de las Americas $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $54Playa de las Americas $32
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
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $15Playa de las Americas $9.18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Pamukkale much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pamukkale would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Playa de las Americas?
Pamukkale has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale or Playa de las Americas?
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 Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
Both Playa de las Americas and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Pamukkale is generally a little warmer than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives more sunshine than Playa de las Americas during summer. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
Both Playa de las Americas and Pamukkale during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Pamukkale is cooler than Playa de las Americas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the autumn, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in October than Playa de las Americas. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Playa de las Americas.
In the winter, Pamukkale is much colder than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Pamukkale usually receives less sunshine than Playa de las Americas during winter. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun in the winter.
Pamukkale gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Pamukkale usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Playa de las Americas.
In April, Pamukkale is generally cooler than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°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 Pamukkale this time of the year. In the spring, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets more rain in April than Playa de las Americas. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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