Which place is cheaper, Playa de las Americas or Saint-Tropez?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas?
Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez is a town in southern France west of Nice, in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region. Saint-Tropez is located on the French Riviera. It was a military stronghold and a fishing village until the beginning of the 20th century. It was the first town on this coast to be liberated during World War II (as part of Operation Dragoon). After the war, it became an internationally known seaside resort, renowned principally because of the influx of artists of the French New Wave in cinema and the Ye-ye movement in music. It later became a resort for the European and American holiday and a goal for tourists in search of a little Provencal authenticity and an occasional celebrity sighting.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in France, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint-Tropez €148Playa de las Americas €195
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint-Tropez is €148, while the average daily cost in Playa de las Americas is €195. 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 Saint-Tropez and Playa de las Americas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint-Tropez €86Playa de las Americas €115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint-Tropez €172Playa de las Americas €230
Compare Hotels in Saint-Tropez and Playa de las Americas
Looking for a hotel in Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas? 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: Saint-Tropez Hotel Prices and Playa de las Americas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint-Tropez €34Playa de las Americas €56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint-Tropez
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint-Tropez:
- Private transfer from St Tropez to Nice: $321
- Private Transfer from Nice to St Tropez: $310
- Private Transfer from Nice to St Tropez: $305
- Private transfer from St Tropez to Nice: $305
- Private Transfer From Saint Tropez To Nice, 2 Hour Stop in Cannes: $290
- Private Direct Transfer From Saint Tropez to Nice: $268
- Private Direct Transfer From Saint Tropez to Marseille: $184
- Santorini Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Santorini: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas?
Prices for flights to both Playa de las Americas and Saint-Tropez 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 daySaint-Tropez €38Playa de las Americas €45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint-Tropez
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint-Tropez.
- Saint Tropez : Food tour and highlights: $118
- Saint Tropez unical food tour !: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint-Tropez €26Playa de las Americas €30
Tours and Activities in Saint-Tropez
Here are a few actual costs in Saint-Tropez for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 hours - Private tour of Saint Tropez with a local guide!: $240
- FREJUS - ACTIVITY and ADVENTURE in Survival Techniques KATALANTA: $49
- From BB to Emily in Paris: the beauties' tour of Saint Tropez: $104
- From Cannes: Saint-Tropez Private Full-Day Tour by Van: $797
- From Cannes: St Tropez & Port Grimaud Sightseeing Tour: $134
- From Nice: St Tropez & Port Grimaud Full Day Tour: $134
- Guided walking tour of Saint Tropez: $26
- Ramatuelle: Tracks & Tasting Winery Tour by Mountain E-Bike: $80
- Saint Tropez : Highlights Tour Shore Excursion: $294
- Saint Tropez : Netflix Emily in Paris Tour: $102
- Saint Tropez : Private Walking tour with a Tropezienne guide: $128
- Saint Tropez : tour and sweet tasting: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint-Tropez €19Playa de las Americas €8.57
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint-Tropez
Also in Saint-Tropez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Horse riding in the vineyards of Grimaud + wine tasting: $86
- Horse back riding + wine tasting in Ramatuelle: $95
- Small group wine tour from Saint-Tropez: $117
- Provence Day, Saint Tropez Grimaud village Wine tasting: $118
- Small group wine tour in the vineyards of the Gulf of St-Tropez: $119
- Private 1/2 day wine tour St-Tropez: $141
- Private wine tour in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez: $250
- Vintage wine tour in Saint-Tropez: $631
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint-Tropez and Playa de las Americas, we can see that Playa de las Americas is more expensive. And not only is Saint-Tropez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Saint-Tropez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint-Tropez 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 Saint-Tropez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint-Tropez Expensive? and Is Playa de las Americas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas?
Saint-Tropez has a larger population, and is about 98% larger than the population of Playa de las Americas. When comparing the sizes of Saint-Tropez and Playa de las Americas, 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-Tropez or Playa de las Americas?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas in the Summer?
Both Playa de las Americas and Saint-Tropez during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Saint-Tropez this time of year.
Saint-Tropez is around the same temperature as Playa de las Americas in the summer. The daily temperature in Saint-Tropez averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In Playa de las Americas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Saint-Tropez. In the summer, Saint-Tropez often gets more sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Saint-Tropez gets 366 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 268 hours of full sun.
Saint-Tropez usually gets more rain in July than Playa de las Americas. Saint-Tropez gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySaint-Tropez 23°C (73°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Saint-Tropez and Playa de las Americas. Many travelers come to Saint-Tropez for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Saint-Tropez is cooler than Playa de las Americas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Saint-Tropez in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Playa de las Americas averages at about 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Playa de las Americas this time of the year. In Saint-Tropez, it's very sunny this time of the year. Saint-Tropez usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Playa de las Americas during autumn. Saint-Tropez gets 205 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Saint-Tropez gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Saint-Tropez usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Saint-Tropez gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSaint-Tropez 17°C (63°F)Playa de las Americas 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Saint-Tropez as well as Playa de las Americas. Many visitors come to Saint-Tropez in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In January, Saint-Tropez is generally much colder than Playa de las Americas. Daily temperatures in Saint-Tropez average around 9°C (48°F), and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In the winter, Saint-Tropez often gets less sunshine than Playa de las Americas. Saint-Tropez gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Playa de las Americas receives 191 hours of full sun.
Saint-Tropez usually gets more rain in January than Playa de las Americas. Saint-Tropez gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySaint-Tropez 9°C (48°F)Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Playa de las Americas in the Spring?
Both Playa de las Americas and Saint-Tropez are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Saint-Tropez for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
Saint-Tropez is much colder than Playa de las Americas in the spring. The daily temperature in Saint-Tropez averages around 13°C (56°F) in April, and Playa de las Americas fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Playa de las Americas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Saint-Tropez. Saint-Tropez usually receives more sunshine than Playa de las Americas during spring. Saint-Tropez gets 245 hours of sunny skies, while Playa de las Americas receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Saint-Tropez usually receives more rain than Playa de las Americas. Saint-Tropez gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Playa de las Americas receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSaint-Tropez 13°C (56°F)Playa de las Americas 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Playa de las Americas and Saint-Tropez
| Saint-Tropez | Playa de las Americas | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (49°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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