Which place is cheaper, Corralejo or Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Corralejo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Corralejo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Corralejo?
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Not everyone traveling to Spain is looking to collapse on a beach somewhere. If you're in search of a bustling, vibrant and colorful Spanish capital city without the crowds of Barcelona, you might want to book a few days in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Located on the eastern tip of the island of Tenerife on the Canary Island chain, Santa Cruz's bright buildings, charming shops and rich, green scenery are there to greet visitors from all over the world - including you.
Corralejo
Corralejo is a beach town located on the northern tip of the Canary Island of Fuerteventura. While the town is known for its vacation resorts and beaches, the island as a whole is famed for its very strong winds, which create prime conditions for surfing of all kinds.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €155Corralejo €177
The average daily cost (per person) in Santa Cruz de Tenerife is €155, while the average daily cost in Corralejo is €177. 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Corralejo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSanta Cruz de Tenerife €48Corralejo €67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSanta Cruz de Tenerife €96Corralejo €134
Compare Hotels in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Corralejo
Looking for a hotel in Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Corralejo? 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: Santa Cruz de Tenerife Hotel Prices and Corralejo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €64Corralejo €56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santa Cruz de Tenerife:
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Catamaran with Transfer and Buffet : $71
- Santa Cruz Tenerife Cruise Port: Transfer to Tenerife hotels: $413
- Mount Teide Tour with Transfer and Optional Cable Car Ticket: $59
Is it cheaper to fly into Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Corralejo?
Prices for flights to both Corralejo and Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €68Corralejo €75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santa Cruz de Tenerife €25Corralejo €27
Tours and Activities in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Here are a few actual costs in Santa Cruz de Tenerife for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- From Costa Adeje or Santa Cruz: Contrasts of Tenerife Tour: $65
- Private Paragliding Flight Experience in Tenerife: $120
- Private Tour Tenerife: Anaga, Taganana, Benijo & La laguna: $88
- Private VIP Tour Tenerife Magic Circle: $277
- Tapas Bike Tour: $35
- Taucho Flight Experience: $129
- Tenerife Buggy Tour The Golden Mile: $116
- Tenerife: Anaga and La Laguna VIP Tour: $323
- Tenerife: Guided Historical Bike Tour with E-Bike Option: $29
- Tenerife: Introductory Dive for Cruise Ship Passengers: $140
- Tenerife: Island Tour with Teide Volcano and Lunch: $119
- Tenerife: Santa Cruz Guided Bike Tour 1.5 hour: $18
Tours and Activities in Corralejo
For Corralejo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ticket to the Movie-Gamer Bar + 2 Free Cocktails: $18
- Walking tour with local product tastings: $18
- Walking Tour with Rooftop Drink at Sunset: $35
- Fuerteventura: Lobos Island Guided Tour with Snorkeling: $76
- Fuerteventura: 1-hour private mini-cruise to Lobos Island: $188
- FUERTEVENTURA: CORRALEJO PRIVATE SAILING TOUR AROUND ISLA DE LOBOS: $423
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySanta Cruz de Tenerife €7.50Corralejo €7.86
Sample the Local Flavors in Corralejo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Corralejo:
- Fuerteventura: Corralejo Pub Crawl and Tapas Tour: $88
When comparing the travel costs between Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Corralejo, we can see that Corralejo is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Santa Cruz de Tenerife Expensive? and Is Corralejo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santa Cruz de Tenerife or Corralejo?
Santa Cruz de Tenerife has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Corralejo. When comparing the sizes of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Corralejo, 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.