Is Kotor expensive to visit?
Kotor is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $108. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Dubrovnik and Prague.
Kotor, Montenegro
How expensive is Kotor?
The average cost of traveling to Kotor can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $108 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Kotor here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Kotor?
Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Kotor will cost around $323 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $647.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Kotor?
On average, a one week trip to Kotor costs about $755 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,509.
Kotor, Montenegro
Is it expensive to backpack in Kotor?
Kotor is a fairly common backpacker destination with more than 8 hostels in the area. Dorm beds in hostels average about $20 per night. (See hostel prices in Kotor here.) Keep in mind that you'll find a wide range in prices here, too. The most expensive beds are priced around $28 and the cheapest around $11 per night.
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Kotor.
- $19 for a dorm bed at Old Town Hostel
- $24 for a dorm bed at Montenegro Hostel 4U
- $12 for a dorm bed at Hostel Centrum
Are hotels expensive in Kotor?
Hotel prices in Kotor are very expensive compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $64 per night for a room on average. There are around 1 five star hotels in the city and they average $50 per night. Three star hotels average $61 a night and two star hotels average $52 per night.
Hotels by star rating in Kotor
| Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 1 | $50 |
| 4 stars | 44 | $95 |
| 3 stars | 76 | $61 |
| 2 stars | 3 | $52 |
| 1 star | 8 | $49 |
| No rating | 3 | $89 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in Kotor?
Activities and things to do in Kotor can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $9 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $17.
- Private Tour: Custom Made (Charged per Hour): $98
- Blue Cave and Lady of the Rocks - Kotor tour up to 6 people (3hr): $293
- Private Speed Boat Tour to Blue Cave and Our Lady of the Rocks - 3h: $261
- Lady Of The Rocks Island and Perast Old Town-Kotor tour (2 hours): $163
- Speedboat Tour to Lady of the Rock, Mamula and Blue Cave Swim: $47
- The Great GASTRO Tour of Montenegrian Wine and Montenegrian food: $201
- Blue Cave Group Tour in Montenegro: $46
- Food, wine and the best private walking tour of Kotor: $98
Is food expensive in Kotor?
Food in Kotor can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $46 on food per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $39. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $225
- Kotor and Perast Private Tour with Cooking Class and Boat Ride: $261
- Kotor: Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $304
Is transportation expensive in Kotor?
Local transportation in Kotor can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $10 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $17. 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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