Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Rhodes?
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 Rhodes or Guayaquil?
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 Rhodes and Guayaquil. 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: Rhodes or Guayaquil?
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Greece, The Best Bicycle Tours in Greece, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Rhodes Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRhodes $194Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is $194, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Rhodes and Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRhodes $66Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRhodes $132Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Rhodes and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Rhodes or Guayaquil? 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: Rhodes Hotel Prices and Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rhodes $55Guayaquil $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
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Taxi Ride$8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
- Yacht Cruise to Symi | 3 Hours Free Time | Transfer Incl.: $57
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Rhodos APT-HTL (RHO): $70
- Symi Island from Rhodes with transfers from Ialysos and Ixia: $58
- Rhodian Private Transfer Between Airport or Port & Lindos Area: $122
- Rhodian Airport or Port Private Transfer to Rhodes & Nearby Areas: $47
- Rhodian Airport or Port Private Transfer to Kolymbia Area: $63
- Weekend Sunset Live DJ Boat Party with Free Transfer: $26
- Transfer & Cruise to Symi Island & St. George Bay: $69
- Cruise to Symi & St George's Bay with Hotel Transfer: $69
- Bus Transfer to/from Rhodes Airport: $3.52
- All Inclusive Day Cruise with Lunch, Drinks & Transfers: $76
- Airport To Hotel Transfer one way: $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guayaquil
Also for Guayaquil, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Guayaquil hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $19
- Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Guayaquil hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $37
- Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Guayaquil - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $37
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $17
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $20
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport.: $20
- Guayaquil to Guayaquil Airport GYE Departure Private Transfer: $19
- Luxury VIP car transfers to hotels in Guayaquil and Ecuador: $30
- Private Transfer Guayaquil Airport GYE to Guayaquil by Car or Van: $48
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $227
- Private Transfer from Manta Cruise Port to Guayaquil Airport(GYE): $227
- Private Transfer from Manta Cruise Port to Guayaquil city hotels: $227
Is it cheaper to fly into Rhodes or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil and Rhodes 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 dayRhodes $93Guayaquil $50
Typical Food Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee$2.23
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Dinner for Two$26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhodes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rhodes.
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Buffet & Drinks: $63
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner, Drinks & Swim: $70
- Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class: $72
- Sunset Cruise with Open Bar, Dinner, & Live Music: $74
- Rhodes 3 Hours Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner All Inclusive: $76
- 11 Course Lunch with Cooking Mastery and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $80
- Traditional Greek COOKING class and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $80
- 3-Hours Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner all Inclusive: $82
- Cooking Class and Wine Tasting Experience: $82
- Grand Tasting: 11-Course Lunch, Wine Pairing, Cooking Mastery: $84
- Winery Tour, Tasting and cooking with the Winemaker in Rhodes: $92
- Authentic Greek Cooking Experience: Taste the Roots of Rhodes: $111
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Wagyu Cooking Class in Guayaquil: $135
- Cooking Class, Wine & Chocolate Experience: $174
- Half Day of Cooking and Chocolate at Cocoa Farm from Guayaquil: $175
- Gastronomic workshop tour, live cooking, Learn about the Ecuadorian culinary art: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rhodes $22Guayaquil $21
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Rhodes Island Tour including Lindos and Medieval City: $71
- 3 Caves and Exclusive Sailing Tour around Lindos: $122
- 3 Hours Morning Adventure by Turtle Submarine: $35
- 3-hour boat tour: $58
- 4 Hour Beach Tour with Meal and Unlimited Drinks in Rhodes: $104
- 7 Hour Rhodes Tour Designed Especially for Cruise Passengers: $64
- Acropolis of Lindos Ticket with Multilingual 3D Audiovisual: $45
- All in One Full Day Rhodes Island Tour for First Time Visitors: $58
- Bay to Bay Cruise in Lindos: $76
- Best Cruise-Friendly Rhodes Tour - Lindos, Old Town & Free Time: $68
- Best Rhodes Full Day Tour from Cruise Port: $66
- Best of Rhodes Cruise-Friendly Tour: $80
Tours and Activities in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cultural Tour of the Museums of Guayaquil: $35
- Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City: $50
- Shared Walking Tour in Guayaquil City: $50
- City Highlights Tour with Cable Car Ride: $58
- Guayaquil Museum Tour: $64
- Half-Day City Tour—Iguana Park & Santa Ana Hill: $70
- Guayaquil to Cuenca one-way tour with Cajas Park and a Cacao Farm visit: $74
- Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana: $74
- Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Santa Ana: $74
- Private Guayaquil City Tour: $77
- City Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $80
- Historic Walking Tour Through Time & Culture: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRhodes $14Guayaquil $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Rhodes
Also in Rhodes, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Rhodes Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour: Free Shots & Club Entry: $21
- Private Wine Tasting Under the Guidance of a Sommelier in Rhodes: $41
- Olives & Olive Oil Tasting + Wine tasting (3 in 1 Experience!): $41
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners: $41
- Rhodian Wines - Private Wine Tasting Under a Sommelier: $57
- Wine tasting in Rhodes, inside the vineyards with the Producer: $58
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Wine Lovers: $70
- Rhodes Wine Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Wine Tasting Experience: $106
- Rhodes Deluxe Tour including Lindos, Old Town, Wine Tasting: $135
- Lavish 11-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $150
- Private Greek Food & Wine Tasting Experience in Rhodes Town: $528
Sample the Local Flavors in Guayaquil
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guayaquil:
- Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu: $65
- Premium Wine Tasting and 3-Course Pairing Menu in Guayaquil.: $86
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting: $428
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rhodes and Guayaquil, we can see that Rhodes is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rhodes is in Europe and Guayaquil is in South America, 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 Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Rhodes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rhodes than you might in Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rhodes Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rhodes or Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Rhodes. When comparing the sizes of Rhodes and Guayaquil, 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.
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.