Which place is cheaper, Costa Vicentina or Playa de las Americas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Playa de las Americas or Costa Vicentina?
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 Playa de las Americas and Costa Vicentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Playa de las Americas or Costa Vicentina?
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.
Costa Vicentina
Costa Vicentina is the beautiful coastal area in southwest Portugal which runs through both the Algarve and Alentejo Regions along the southern coast. This is actually part of the longest stretch of protected coastline in Portugal, making it one of the best places to experience the unadulterated beauty and nature of the country. Costa Vicentina offers miles of some of the best Portugal beaches, fantastic hiking trails, and lovely old villages to explore. The area sees far more Portuguese tourists than international ones, so expect Portuguese to be the only language spoken by many people, especially in the smaller villages.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best Walking Tours in Portugal, and The Best Luxury Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPlaya de las Americas €195Costa Vicentina €125
The average daily cost (per person) in Playa de las Americas is €195, while the average daily cost in Costa Vicentina is €125. 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 Playa de las Americas and Costa Vicentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlaya de las Americas €115Costa Vicentina €66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlaya de las Americas €230Costa Vicentina €132
Compare Hotels in Playa de las Americas and Costa Vicentina
Looking for a hotel in Playa de las Americas or Costa Vicentina? 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: Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Playa de las Americas €56Costa Vicentina €40
Is it cheaper to fly into Playa de las Americas or Costa Vicentina?
Prices for flights to both Costa Vicentina and Playa de las Americas 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 dayPlaya de las Americas €45Costa Vicentina €34
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Playa de las Americas €30Costa Vicentina €17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPlaya de las Americas €8.57Costa Vicentina €8.71
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Playa de las Americas and Costa Vicentina, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Costa Vicentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Costa Vicentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Costa Vicentina 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 Costa Vicentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Playa de las Americas Expensive? and Is Costa Vicentina Expensive?.
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.