Which place is cheaper, Costa Teguise or 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 Tenerife or Costa Teguise?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tenerife or Costa Teguise, 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: Tenerife or Costa Teguise?
Tenerife
European tourists have long known Tenerife as a top vacation destination. Amazing beaches and a booming nightlife bring in visitors to the largest of the Canary Islands all the way from England, Germany and Spain - particularly during the Easter holiday. Now the rest of the world is catching up. It's not just a spot for spring breakers looking for a party - it is full of mountains, volcanoes and forests ready for exploring.
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 Budget Tours to Spain, The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Spain.
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Tenerife Prices
Spain PricesCosta Teguise Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTenerife €156Costa Teguise €184
The average daily cost (per person) in Tenerife is €156, while the average daily cost in Costa Teguise is €184. 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 Tenerife and Costa Teguise in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTenerife €53Costa Teguise €84
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTenerife €106Costa Teguise €168
Compare Hotels in Tenerife and Costa Teguise
Looking for a hotel in Tenerife or Costa Teguise? 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: Tenerife Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tenerife €60Costa Teguise €42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tenerife
Also for Tenerife, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tenerife South Airport (TFS): Transfer to Santa Cruz Port: $413
- Tenerife Airport (TFN) to Tenerife - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $269
- Teide National Park Buggy Tour with Hotel Transfer: $210
- Private Transfer South Tenerife Airport to Guia de Isora Area: $198
- From Tenerife South: La Gomera Full-Day Trip with Transfers: $170
- Tenerife North Airport(TFN) to Tenerife -Arrival Private Transfer: $134
- Tenerife to Tenerife North Airport TFN Departure Private Transfer: $134
- Tenerife South Airport(TFS) to Tenerife -Arrival Private Transfer: $134
- Tenerife to Tenerife Airport (TFS) - Departure Private Transfer : $134
- Tenerife South Airport (TFS) to Tenerife Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer : $115
- Private Transfer from Santa Cruz Tenerife Cruise Port to Tenerife: $115
- Private Transfer from Tenerife to Santa Cruz Tenerife Cruise Port: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Tenerife or Costa Teguise?
Prices for flights to both Costa Teguise and 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 dayTenerife €67Costa Teguise €72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mojo Workshop Cooking Class in Ancient Canarian Village: $34
- Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner & Drink: $40
- MHT - Music Hall Tavern Comedy Drag Dinner Show: $52
- Medieval San Miguel castle with dinner-Show in South Tenerife : $59
- Medieval Castle with dinner from Puerto de la Cruz in TenerifeSur: $59
- Self Driving Sunset Tour with Dinner and Stargazing in Tenerife: $77
- Teide National Park Stargazing Experience Without Dinner(NO Food): $77
- "The Wild South" musical show with dinner and transportation: $81
- Teide Night Experience with Dinner and Stargazing: $92
- Astronomical experience on Mount Teide with sunset, stargazing, and dinner: $93
- Teide National Park Sunset & Stargazing with Dinner (Star Safari): $94
- Teide: Guided Sunset & Stargazing Tour by Night with Dinner: $105
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tenerife €27Costa Teguise €30
Tours and Activities in Tenerife
For Tenerife, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Boat Cruise & Photos: Your Photographic Adventure at Sea": $351
- "Pyramids of Güímar Admission PREMIUM Ticket": $21
- 1 Hour and Half Mojo Sauce Workshop With Winery Tour: $81
- 2h Viking Cruise Whales & Dolphins Watching: $24
- 3-hour Whale and Dolphin Watching and Listening Tour : $50
- 3H Shared Barrier-Free Cruise with Turtles Dolphins & Whales: $70
- 3h Whale Watching Private tour Beneteau Oceanis 440: $646
- 3h Whale Watching Share Tour Beneteau Oceanis 440: $65
- 3h Whale watching Share Tour Costa Adeje Lina7 Mizendoha: $65
- 4 Hours Eco Safari Tour with Electric Car in Tenerife: $95
- 4 Hours Private Hiking Experience in Lanzarote Peak: $60
- 6hrs Private Tour in North Coast of Tenerife: $117
Tours and Activities in Costa Teguise
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Costa Teguise.
- TRY SCUBA - Experience for beginners: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTenerife €6.43Costa Teguise €9.29
Sample the Local Flavors in Tenerife
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tenerife:
- Wine tasting and Canarian products in La Orotava: $20
- Valley of Tegueste: Wine Tour with Tasting at El Lomo Winery: $21
- Tenerife : Brewery guided tour with tasting at TACOA Brewery: $23
- Ecological Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $54
- Full-Day Gastronomy and Wine Tour: $96
- Wine tasting "Tenerife grape varieties": $179
- Volcano Teide Buggy Tour with Wine Tasting & Tapas: $247
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tenerife and Costa Teguise, we can see that Costa Teguise is more expensive. And not only is Tenerife much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tenerife would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tenerife 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 Tenerife.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tenerife Expensive? and Is Costa Teguise Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tenerife 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 Tenerife or Costa Teguise in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tenerife and Costa Teguise. Many visitors come to Tenerife in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Tenerife is generally around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Tenerife average around 23°C (73°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa Teguise this time of the year. In Tenerife, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tenerife usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa Teguise during summer. Tenerife gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 282 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tenerife usually receives less rain than Costa Teguise. Tenerife gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTenerife 23°C (73°F)Costa Teguise 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Tenerife or Costa Teguise in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tenerife as well as Costa Teguise. Most visitors come to Tenerife for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Tenerife is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tenerife averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Costa Teguise. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tenerife this time of the year. In the autumn, Tenerife often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Tenerife gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 224 hours of full sun.
Tenerife usually gets more rain in October than Costa Teguise. Tenerife gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTenerife 22°C (72°F)Costa Teguise 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Tenerife or Costa Teguise in the Winter?
Both Costa Teguise and Tenerife are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Tenerife because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
In the winter, Tenerife is around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tenerife in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Costa Teguise averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Costa Teguise. Tenerife usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa Teguise during winter. Tenerife gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Costa Teguise receives 204 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tenerife usually receives more rain than Costa Teguise. Tenerife gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTenerife 17°C (63°F)Costa Teguise 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Tenerife or Costa Teguise in the Spring?
Both Costa Teguise and Tenerife during the spring are popular places to visit. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Tenerife this time of year.
In April, Tenerife is generally around the same temperature as Costa Teguise. Daily temperatures in Tenerife average around 18°C (64°F), and Costa Teguise fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Costa Teguise, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tenerife. In the spring, Tenerife often gets less sunshine than Costa Teguise. Tenerife gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa Teguise receives 250 hours of full sun.
Tenerife usually gets more rain in April than Costa Teguise. Tenerife gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Costa Teguise receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTenerife 18°C (64°F)Costa Teguise 19°C (66°F)
Typical Weather for Costa Teguise and Tenerife
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (64°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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