Which place is cheaper, Playa del Ingles or Positano?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Positano or Playa del Ingles?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Positano and Playa del Ingles. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Positano or Playa del Ingles?
Positano
Located on the Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy, Positano is a very scenic town that offers spectacular coastal views. The town sits on the edge of a hill and flows down toward the sea. Because of its dramatic beauty, Positano attracts thousands of visitors year around.
The town dates back to medieval times when it was a port for the Amalfi Republic. It thrived throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries but by the mid-nineteenth century its prosperity was falling. During those times more than half of the population left, migrating predominantly to America. During the 1950s the town gained popularity as a tourist destination, in part because of John Steinbeck's essay about the area in Harper's Bazaar (May, 1953).
Playa del Ingles
Translating to "Englishman's Beach," Playa del Ingles is a sea resort located on the south coast of the Gran Canaria island of Spain's Canary Islands. Since the 1960s it has been built up to accommodate tourists from around the world, especially from Europe. Some of the most popular attractions include an abundance of bars and clubs as well as beachside activities like swimming, surfing, scuba, and snorkeling.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Italy, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Italy, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPositano €222Playa del Ingles €180
The average daily cost (per person) in Positano is €222, while the average daily cost in Playa del Ingles is €180. 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 Positano and Playa del Ingles in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPositano €148Playa del Ingles €93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPositano €296Playa del Ingles €186
Compare Hotels in Positano and Playa del Ingles
Looking for a hotel in Positano or Playa del Ingles? 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: Positano Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Positano €7.73Playa del Ingles €61
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Positano:
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Bus Ticket€1.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Positano
Also for Positano, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private transfer from Positano to Naples or reverse: $82
- private transfer from POSITANO to NAPLES: $109
- Transfers Positano - Naples: $207
- Transfer- Naples Train Station/area to Positano with a stop Sorrento: $153
- Transfer from Naples to Positano or Positano to Naples : $240
- Transfer Naples - Positano: $273
- Shared Transfer from Sorrento to Naples Airport: $41
- Private transfer from Positano to Salerno: $122
- Private transfer from Positano to Naples : $120
- Private transfer from Positano to Naples: $121
- Private transfer from POSITANO to NAPLES with 3 hours stop in Pompeii: $191
- Private transfer Positano to Naples: $121
Is it cheaper to fly into Positano or Playa del Ingles?
Prices for flights to both Playa del Ingles and Positano 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 dayPositano €53Playa del Ingles €49
Typical Food Prices in Positano
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Positano:
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€31
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Pizza in a Restaurant€9.32
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Sandwich in a Restaurant€12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Positano
For Positano, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gastronomical Amalfi Coast Hike with Cooking Class: $45
- Cooking class with Pasta, mozzarella and Tiramisu with wine: $64
- Cooking lesson: tagliatelle, mozzarella and tiramisu: $76
- Amalfi Coast Cooking Class: Pasta Mozzarella & Tiramisu with Wine: $88
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Sant'Agnello with Show Cooking: $93
- Sorrento Pizza School Activity in Italy: $98
- Small Group Positano Cooking Class Gnocchi Tiramisù with Drinks : $147
- Lemon & sea food cooking class at local's home: $169
- Small Group Home Cooking Class with a Local: $191
- Pasta and Tiramisu Cooking Class with Wine: $191
- Cesarine: Small group Pizza and Tiramisu Class in Positano: $195
- Vico Equense: Market Tour, Home Cooking Class, and Dinner: $202
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Positano €60Playa del Ingles €33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Positano
For Positano, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Chair & Umbrella at Spiaggia Grande€17
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Day Trip of Capri & Amalfi€80
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Sunset Cruise€24
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Full Day Wine Tour€97
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Cooking Class€65
Tours and Activities in Positano
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Positano.
- Guided Tour Pompeii And Vesuvius from Positano Skip the Line: $299
- Amalfi Coast Luxury Private Experience in Motor Boat: $1,572
- Amalfi Coast Premium Boat Tour From Sorrento Max 8 People: $245
- Amalfi Coast Private Half Day Tour from Positano/Praiano: $1,357
- Amalfi Coast Tour: $294
- Amalfi Coast Tour: secret caves and stunning beaches: $2,139
- Amalfi Coast Tour: secret caves and stunning beaches: $1,283
- Amalfi Coast: Path of the Gods Private Walking Tour: $134
- Amalfi Coast: Pompei & Vesuvius small group with Skip the line tickets: $147
- Amalfi Coast: Romantic Sunset Cruise with Music & Cocktails: $160
- Amalfi and Positano Boat Tour: $209
- Breathtaking Journey on the Path of Gods: Tour from Positano: $2,055
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPositano €15Playa del Ingles €7.86
Typical Alcohol Prices in Positano
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Positano:
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Bottle of Limoncello€16
Sample the Local Flavors in Positano
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Positano:
- 5 Wine Tastings with Typical Products in Sorrento Coast: $76
- Small Group Positano Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier: $108
- Pompeii Wine Tasting Tour from Positano: $246
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Positano and Playa del Ingles, we can see that Positano is more expensive. And not only is Playa del Ingles much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Playa del Ingles would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Playa del Ingles 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 Positano would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Positano than you might in Playa del Ingles.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Positano Expensive? and Is Playa del Ingles Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Positano or Playa del Ingles?
Playa del Ingles has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Positano. When comparing the sizes of Positano and Playa del Ingles, 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 Positano or Playa del Ingles?
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 Positano or Playa del Ingles in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Positano and Playa del Ingles. Many visitors come to Positano in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Positano is around the same temperature as Playa del Ingles. Typically, the summer temperatures in Positano in July average around 23°C (74°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa del Ingles this time of the year. In Positano, it's very sunny this time of the year. Positano usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Playa del Ingles during summer. Positano gets 313 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 293 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Positano usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Positano gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPositano 23°C (74°F)Playa del Ingles 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Positano or Playa del Ingles in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Positano as well as Playa del Ingles. Most visitors come to Positano for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Positano is generally cooler than Playa del Ingles. Daily temperatures in Positano average around 17°C (63°F), and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Playa del Ingles. In the autumn, Positano often gets less sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Positano gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 213 hours of full sun.
Positano receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Positano usually gets more rain in October than Playa del Ingles. Positano gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPositano 17°C (63°F)Playa del Ingles 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Positano or Playa del Ingles in the Winter?
Both Playa del Ingles and Positano are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Positano because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Positano is much colder than Playa del Ingles in the winter. The daily temperature in Positano averages around 8°C (47°F) in January, and Playa del Ingles fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Positano usually receives less sunshine than Playa del Ingles during winter. Positano gets 115 hours of sunny skies, while Playa del Ingles receives 187 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Positano. In January, Positano usually receives more rain than Playa del Ingles. Positano gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPositano 8°C (47°F)Playa del Ingles 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Positano or Playa del Ingles in the Spring?
Both Playa del Ingles and Positano during the spring are popular places to visit. The beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Positano this time of year.
In the spring, Positano is cooler than Playa del Ingles. Typically, the spring temperatures in Positano in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Playa del Ingles averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In Playa del Ingles, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Positano often gets less sunshine than Playa del Ingles. Positano gets 189 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa del Ingles receives 225 hours of full sun.
Positano usually gets more rain in April than Playa del Ingles. Positano gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Playa del Ingles receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPositano 13°C (55°F)Playa del Ingles 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Playa del Ingles and Positano
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (47°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (49°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 21 mm (0.8 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.