A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Saint-Etienne vs. Costa Teguise for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise?

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 Saint-Etienne and Costa Teguise. 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: Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise?

Saint-Etienne

Saint-Etienne (Saint Stephen), a city southwest of Lyon, is drawing on its Industrial Revolution origins and its history of arms, bicycle, textile and ribbon production, to reinvent itself as design city. And the change is noticeable. After almost 30 years of decline, the city is now looking optimistically towards the future. Its center and suburbs are smartening up at a rapid pace. There are plenty of good surprises, including two great museums and a great eating scene.

Costa Teguise

Located on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, Costa Teguise is one of the most attractive tourist areas on the island. As is with most of the Canary Islands, beaches and watersports like windsurfing and scuba diving are especially popular. The island also has a golf course and a water park.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Paris, The Best 10-Day Tours from Paris, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Spain.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint-Etienne and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Saint-Etienne much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Saint-Etienne would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint-Etienne 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 Costa Teguise would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa Teguise than you might in Saint-Etienne.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint-Etienne Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise?

Saint-Etienne has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Costa Teguise. When comparing the sizes of Saint-Etienne and Costa Teguise, 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 Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise?

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 Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise in the Summer?

Both Costa Teguise and Saint-Etienne are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Saint-Etienne this time of year.

In the summer, Saint-Etienne is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Typically, the summer temperatures in Saint-Etienne in July average around 22°C (71°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 23°C (73°F).

It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint-Etienne. Saint-Etienne usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa Teguise during summer. Saint-Etienne gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Saint-Etienne usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Saint-Etienne gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?

Both Costa Teguise and Saint-Etienne during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Saint-Etienne for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Saint-Etienne is generally much colder than Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Saint-Etienne average around 14°C (56°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Saint-Etienne often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Saint-Etienne gets 127 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun.

Saint-Etienne usually gets more rain in October than Costa Teguise. Saint-Etienne gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint-Etienne and Costa Teguise. Many visitors come to Saint-Etienne in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Saint-Etienne can get quite cold in the winter. Saint-Etienne is much colder than Costa Teguise in the winter. The daily temperature in Saint-Etienne averages around 4°C (39°F) in January, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. Saint-Etienne usually receives less sunshine than Costa Teguise during winter. Saint-Etienne gets 62 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Saint-Etienne usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Saint-Etienne gets 55 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Saint-Etienne or Costa Teguise in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Saint-Etienne as well as Costa Teguise. Most visitors come to Saint-Etienne for the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Saint-Etienne is much colder than Costa Teguise. Typically, the spring temperatures in Saint-Etienne in April average around 11°C (53°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 19°C (66°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. In the spring, Saint-Etienne often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Saint-Etienne gets 174 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun.

Saint-Etienne usually gets more rain in April than Costa Teguise. Saint-Etienne gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Saint-Etienne