Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios or Paphos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Paphos or Ocho Rios?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Ocho Rios, 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: Paphos or Ocho Rios?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Ocho Rios €73
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is €73. 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 Paphos and Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Ocho Rios €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Ocho Rios €86
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Ocho Rios? 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Ocho Rios €6.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Self drive boat hire Latchi + optional Paphos hotel transfers: $298
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City : $199
- Private Paphos Airport Transfer via Vintage Mercedes: $179
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Limassol City: $101
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $94
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $86
- CO2-Offset Private Car Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis: $80
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $80
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $58
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Paphos City: $51
- Private Airport Transfer from Hotel to Paphos Airport in a 4-seater taxi: $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ocho Rios Private Airport Transfer [VIP LUXURY Vehicles]: $158
- Private Airport Transfer to Bahia Principe Grand Hotel : $100
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to any Resort in Ocho Rios: $90
- ATV Tour Ocho Rios - Private Transfer Only (Activity Fee Excluded): $27
- Airport Transfer - From MBJ to Ocho Rios Hotels: $80
- Airport Transfer To Kingston, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay & Negril: $140
- Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica Private Airport transfer : $61
- Bahia Principe Grand and Luxury Airport Transfer: $80
- Bob Marley & Nine Mile Heritage Tour with Bus Transfer/Ocho Rios: $117
- Dunn's River Falls And Shopping Tour From Ocho Rios-Transfer Only: $67
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- Grand Bahia Principe Hotel Airport Transfer: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €65Ocho Rios €23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $62
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
- Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $226
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Ocho Rios €13
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Blue Lagoon Adventure at Romantic Sunset from Paphos: $42
- 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos) : $57
- Afternoon 2 hour tour to Adonis waterfalls only !!!: $70
- Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $80
- Akamas, Baths of Aphrodite and Blue Lagoon Day Tour from Paphos: $54
- Atlantis Turtle Watching Cruise & Snorkelling Adventure : $42
- Authentic Gourmet Tour with Wine and Food Tasting from Paphos: $65
- Baths of Aphrodite, Latchi and Blue Lagoon Cruise Tour: $46
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide From Paphos: $44
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide from Paphos: $48
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour : $30
- Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate€8.97
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens€4.49
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Tour of Prospect Plantation€15
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Ocho Rios Shopping Tour : $21
- Original Blue Hole St. Ann Ocho Rios Jamaica Admission Fee Ticket: $25
- Private Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios Sightseeing and shopping : $30
- Luminous Lagoon Boat Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
- Ocho Rios City Bus Tour (Beach, Sightseeing & Shopping): $40
- Blue Hole and Dunn's River Tour (Entrance Fees Not Included): $40
- Skip-The-Line: Dunn's River Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
- Transportation to Horse Back Ride & Swim Adventure from Ocho Rios: $45
- Luminous lagoon Private & Group tour from Runaway Bay: $45
- Ocho Rios City Tour and Sightseeing: $49
- Shopping and Sightseeing Tour in Ocho Rios: $50
- Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Ocho Rios €6.32
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Afternoon Tour to Agios Neophytos Monastery with Wine Tasting: $44
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $70
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $89
- Local Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $111
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $138
- Private Wine Tour with Tastings and Winery Visits: $762
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Ocho Rios, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Ocho Rios is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos than you might in Ocho Rios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Ocho Rios?
Paphos has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Ocho Rios, 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 Paphos or Ocho Rios?
Paphos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ocho Rios experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Paphos or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and Paphos during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Paphos because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
In July, Paphos is generally around the same temperature as Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 27°C (80°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the summer, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Ocho Rios. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets less rain in July than Ocho Rios. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Ocho Rios. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Paphos is cooler than Ocho Rios in the autumn. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. In Paphos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Ocho Rios during autumn. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Ocho Rios receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Paphos usually receives less rain than Ocho Rios. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Ocho Rios. Many travelers come to Paphos for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
In the winter, Paphos is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the winter temperatures in Paphos in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. In the winter, Paphos often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets more rain in January than Ocho Rios. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
Both Ocho Rios and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Paphos in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Paphos is generally much colder than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 17°C (62°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Rios during spring. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Paphos usually receives less rain than Ocho Rios. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and Paphos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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