Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Rotterdam?
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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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: Rotterdam or Guayaquil?
Rotterdam
Rotterdam is the second largest city in the Netherlands and has the largest port in Europe. It's famously known as a city of architecture. In a few square kilometers of the city center you can get a complete overview of twentieth century architecture within Rotterdam.
Rotterdam is a very diverse, international, and hard working city. Nearly half of the city's population is not native to the Netherlands or have at least one parent from outside the country. Muslim's make up a significant portion of the population. Other area's represented include Cape Verde and the Dutch Antilles.
There's an air of optimism that permeates the entire city. There are frequent events, festivals and performances, making Rotterdam an enjoyable place to spend some time. Water is also an integral part of the city design.
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 River Cruises from Amsterdam, The Best Bicycle Tours in Netherlands, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRotterdam $222Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Rotterdam is $222, 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 Rotterdam and Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRotterdam $95Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRotterdam $190Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Rotterdam and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Rotterdam 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: Rotterdam Hotel Prices and Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rotterdam $30Guayaquil $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rotterdam
Also for Rotterdam, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Rotterdam to Rotterdam Airport (RTM) - Departure Private Transfer: $71
- Rotterdam to Amsterdam Airport(AMS) - Departure Private Transfer: $200
- Rotterdam Private Transfer to Rotterdam Airport RTM in Sedan Car: $83
- Rotterdam Private Transfer to Rotterdam Airport RTM by Luxury Van: $90
- Rotterdam Airport(RTM) to Rotterdam - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $142
- Rotterdam Airport RTM Private Transfer to Rotterdam by Luxury Van: $90
- Rotterdam Airport (RTM) to Rotterdam - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Rotterdam Airport (RTM) Private Transfer to Rotterdam/Amsterdam: $35
- Private transfer: Rotterdam>Amsterdam, 2h Stop in De Haar Castle: $274
- Private transfer from Rotterdam to Amsterdam, 2h Stop in Haarlem: $283
- Private transfer from Rotterdam to Amsterdam, 2h Stop in Gouda: $264
- Private transfer from Rotterdam cruise port to Schiphol Airport: $186
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guayaquil
Also for Guayaquil, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil hotels to Manta Cruise Port: $254
- Private transfer Guayaquil - Montañita: $250
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $230
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil to Cuenca: $104
- Private Transfer Guayaquil Airport GYE to Guayaquil by Car or Van: $48
- Departure Private Transfer: Guayaquil City to Guayaquil Airport: $48
- Shared transfer from Hotel to Airport in Guayaquil: $43
- Guayaquil Airport (GYE) to Guayaquil hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $38
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $20
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport.: $20
- Guayaquil Airport GYE to Guayaquil city -Arrival Private Transfer: $19
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Rotterdam or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil and Rotterdam 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 dayRotterdam $103Guayaquil $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rotterdam
For Rotterdam, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pizza Cruise: $46
- Rotterdam Food Tour: Taste The Alternative Side Of The City: $79
- Guided Food Tour: $80
- Iconic Rotterdam Food Tour: 7 Local Dishes with a Guide: $85
- Historic Delfshaven: Lunch or Dinner with a Private Chef: $87
- Food Tour by Bike: $104
- Guided Walking Food Tour: $104
- Rotterdam Walking Food Tour with 7 Delicious Tastings: $105
- Biking Rotterdam Food Tour with Local Guide: $117
- Private Walking Food Tour of Rotterdam: $130
- Private Food Tour in Rotterdam Taste the Future: $147
- Rotterdam Private 2-Hour Food Tour with Tastings: $175
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day of Cooking and Chocolate at Cocoa Farm from Guayaquil: $175
- Gastronomic workshop tour, live cooking, Learn about the Ecuadorian culinary art: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rotterdam $36Guayaquil $21
Tours and Activities in Rotterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rotterdam.
- "Remastered" Audiovisual Experience in Rotterdam: $31
- 2-Hour Walking Tour in Gouda All inclusive: $21
- All Inclusive, Private Tour Rotterdam + Euromast 360º view: $195
- All-Inclusive Private Windmill Tour to Kinderdijk from Rotterdam: $224
- Art and Architecture Walking Tour in Rotterdam - guided by Architects: $71
- Best Intro Tour of Rotterdam with a Local: $164
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Best of small-group walking tour: $23
- Boat & Beer Walking Tour: $117
- Bonton Male Dance Show Evening Ticket: $58
- Breda Fun Puzzle Quest: True Lord Self-Guided Tour: $5.59
- Cruise Terminal Private Tour by Luxury Van: $346
Tours and Activities in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Astonishing Mangroves & Dry forest /Chocolate experience trip: $280
- Choco-Culture City Tour & Cacao Museum: $99
- Churute Mangroves and Birdwatching Tour Guayaquil: $220
- Cocoa and Tropical Fruits Farm with Fine Chocolate Experience: $144
- Excursion Day Zhagal Thermal Baths Tour from Guayaquil: $158
- Full Day Churute Howler Monkeys and Chocolate Tour: $276
- Full Day Dolphins Mangroves and Birdwatching Tour from Guayaquil: $231
- Full Day Private Churute Mangroves Reserve and Cocoa Farm Tour: $255
- Full-Day Cuenca and Traditional Craft Beer Tasting Tour: $225
- Full-Day Nature and Adventure Private Tour from Guayaquil: $249
- Guayaquil City Tour Including the Light House of Cerro Santa Ana: $70
- Guayaquil Cocktail Tasting Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRotterdam $22Guayaquil $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Rotterdam
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rotterdam:
- Beer Brewery 'Noordt' Beer Tasting: $9.31
- Brewery Noordt Tour Including Two Beers: $20
- Stadshaven Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings: $26
- The Ultimate Rotterdam Bar Crawl Experience: $41
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $52
- Ludwig's Private Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $576
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rotterdam and Guayaquil, we can see that Rotterdam is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rotterdam or Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Rotterdam. When comparing the sizes of Rotterdam 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.
When is the best time to visit Rotterdam or Guayaquil?
Rotterdam has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Rotterdam or Guayaquil in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rotterdam and Guayaquil. Many visitors come to Rotterdam in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Rotterdam is cooler than Guayaquil in the summer. The daily temperature in Rotterdam averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Rotterdam usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Rotterdam gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRotterdam 17°C (62°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Rotterdam or Guayaquil in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rotterdam as well as Guayaquil. Most visitors come to Rotterdam for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In the autumn, Rotterdam is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rotterdam in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Rotterdam usually gets less rain in October than Guayaquil. Rotterdam gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRotterdam 11°C (51°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Rotterdam or Guayaquil in the Winter?
Both Guayaquil and Rotterdam are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Rotterdam because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Rotterdam can be very cold. In January, Rotterdam is generally much colder than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Rotterdam average around 2°C (36°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. In January, Rotterdam usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Rotterdam gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRotterdam 2°C (36°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Rotterdam or Guayaquil in the Spring?
Both Guayaquil and Rotterdam during the spring are popular places to visit. The activities around the city are the main draw to Rotterdam this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
Rotterdam is much colder than Guayaquil in the spring. The daily temperature in Rotterdam averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Rotterdam usually gets less rain in April than Guayaquil. Rotterdam gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRotterdam 8°C (46°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Guayaquil and Rotterdam
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 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.