Is Port Elizabeth Expensive?

Is Port Elizabeth expensive to visit?

While Port Elizabeth is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $44. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in Africa, many travelers find it to be a reasonably affordable destination. It's in the top 25% of destinations in Africa for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Rabat and Essaouira.

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

How expensive is Port Elizabeth?

On average, visitors spend about $44 per day when visiting Port Elizabeth (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $88 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Port Elizabeth here.

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

A weekend trip to Port Elizabeth costs about $132 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $265.

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

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Port Elizabeth costs around $309 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $618.

Is it expensive to backpack in Port Elizabeth?

Port Elizabeth is a fairly popular backpacker destination with more than 4 hostels around town. Dorm beds in hostels cost around $12 per night on average. There's a wide range in prices though, with the cheapest beds costing about $8 and the most expensive dorm beds costing around $15. (See hostel prices in Port Elizabeth here.)

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Port Elizabeth.

• $15 for a dorm bed at Lungile Backpackers
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• $8 for a dorm bed at Riverfront Backpackers
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Are hotels expensive in Port Elizabeth?

Considering our analysis of hotel prices in Port Elizabeth, it becomes apparent that they are very affordable in comparison to hotels in other cities. On average, you can expect to spend around $48 per night for a hotel room. The city is home to approximately 6 five-star hotels, presenting an average rate of $116 per night. For a balanced choice catering to both comfort and cost-effectiveness, three-star hotels provide an average rate of $43 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more budget-friendly alternative at $30 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Port Elizabeth?

Activities and things to do in Port Elizabeth 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.

• Addo Elephant Park Tours .: $180
• Port Elizabeth tuk-tuk tour, experience the natural beauty.: $72
• Port Elizabeth City Walking Tour: $45
• Port Elizabeth: Cape Recife Safari and City Sightseeing Tour: $144
• Xhosa Township/Cultural Experience: $131
• From Port Elizabeth: 5-Day Garden Route Tour to Cape Town: $349
• 7 Day Garden Route Tour- Durban to Cape Town via Addo N Park: $1,493

Is food expensive in Port Elizabeth?

Food in Port Elizabeth can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $14 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $20. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

Is transportation expensive in Port Elizabeth?

The prices of local transportation in Port Elizabeth can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $10 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $15. 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.