Is Biarritz Expensive?

Is Biarritz expensive to visit?

Biarritz is a popular destination that is also moderately priced. It falls in the middle range of travel cost prices globaly with a daily average travel cost of $169. If we compare it to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It ranks in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Bordeaux and Pisa.

Biarritz, France

How expensive is Biarritz?

Travelers spend an average of $169 per day when visiting Biarritz (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Biarritz here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Biarritz?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Biarritz costs around $507 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $1,014.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Biarritz?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Biarritz will cost around $1,183 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $2,366.

Is it expensive to backpack in Biarritz?

With more than 9 hostels around town, Biarritz is a fairly popular backpacker destination. Hostels usually cost an average of $46 per night. There's a wide range in prices here, as the cheapest beds cost around $17. The most expensive dorm beds will cost more than $80 at times, too. (See hostel prices in Biarritz here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Biarritz.

• $49 for a dorm bed at Nami House
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• $36 for a dorm bed at Hostel 20 Bayonne
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• $54 for a dorm bed at Surf hostel Biarritz
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Are hotels expensive in Biarritz?

If you're considering hotel prices in Biarritz, you'll find them to be fairly even and moderate in price compared to hotels in other cities. On average, a night in a hotel room here will set you back approximately $116. In Biarritz, there are about 4 five-star hotels with an average nightly rate of $379. For a more affordable option, three-star hotels come in at an average of $111 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical choice at $94 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Biarritz?

In Biarritz, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $17 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $36.

• Bayonne Food Gastronomic Tour - Taste 10 Basque specialties: $103
• Guided Tapas Tour Hondarribia from Hendaye with Food and Drinks: $115
• Private 3-hour Walking Tour of Biarritz with official tour guide: $275
• Walking tours of Biarritz: $23
• Bayonne City Tour: $34
• Unusual Guided Tour in a Segway in Biarritz: $62
• Pierre IBAIALDE: Guided Tour Ham Workshop, tasting: $5.79
• Bayonne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11

Is food expensive in Biarritz?

In Biarritz, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $63 per day on food, which is less than the country's average of $77.

• Basque Country Food Tour: $254
• Bayonne Food Tour: Journey Through Flavors (with food and drinks): $110
• Biarritz Food Tour Gastronomique- Taste 10 Basque specialties: $81
• Biarritz Guided Walking and Gourmet Tour Food Tour: $79
• Biarritz: Basque Country Food Tour with a true native Basque: $95

Is transportation expensive in Biarritz?

The prices of local transportation in Biarritz can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $41 on local transportation per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $32. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.