Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Las Palmas de Gran Canaria?
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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Kotor?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Kotor can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Kotor?
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas is the largest city on Gran Canaria, and one of the capitals of the Canary Islands. It is located in the northeast of the island with plenty to see and do from ocean-side activities on the beach to sightseeing, shopping, museums, culture, and architecture.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Spain, The Best Contiki Tours to Spain, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €156Kotor €131
The average daily cost (per person) in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is €156, while the average daily cost in Kotor is €131. 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €68Kotor €49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €136Kotor €98
Compare Hotels in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Kotor
Looking for a hotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Kotor? 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: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hotel Prices and Kotor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €49Kotor €9.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Tivat Airport (TIV) to Kotor Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- "Private Transfers & Day Tours in Montenegro: $119
- Airport Transfer Tivat/Porto Montenegro to Portonovi /Herceg Novi: $155
- Deluxe private transfer from or to Portonovi: $69
- Enjoy Private Transfers by Car or Van from Tivat Airport to Kotor or Budva: $71
- Kotor Cruise Port to Tivat Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Kotor Cruise Port to Tivat hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Kotor to Podgorica one way transfer: $227
- Old Town Budva and Kotor Guided Tour with Transfers: $176
- Speedboat Tour or Transfer with Custom Options: $293
- Montenegro Luxury Transfers: $107
- Montenegro: Podgorica Airport to One&Only One-Way Transfer: $166
Is it cheaper to fly into Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 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 dayLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €59Kotor €74
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Handmade Pasta Cooking Class with Italian Chef in Montenegro: $54
- 3 Hour Kotor Food Tour - Rick Steves' Recommended: $167
- 3H Food Tour: $176
- Old Town Walking Tour and Cooking Class: $176
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $222
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $247
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $334
- Private City Tour and Cooking Class: $363
- City, Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks and Cooking Class: $385
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Las Palmas de Gran Canaria €16Kotor €8.32
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kotor Historic Old Town Self Guided Audio App Walking Tour: $9.75
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Kotor’s Old Town: $12
- Montenegro: Kotor,Budva Guided Tour: $16
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $19
- Blue cave speedboat tour for a lifetime memories: $22
- Perast and Island- Lady of the Rocks-Speedboat Tour: $22
- Group Boat Tour - Blue Cave - Our Lady Of The Rocks: $22
- Perast and Our Lady of the Rocks 1,5 hours tour - ticket tour: $24
- Our Lady of the Rocks and Perast Old Town Private Tour up to 6pax: $24
- Our Lady of the Rocks and Blue Cave Group Boat Tour: $25
- Tour Kotor - Perast Old Town - Island Our Lady of the Rocks - Every 2 hours: $26
- Kotor Old Town Walking Tour: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLas Palmas de Gran Canaria €7.48Kotor €8.51
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Kotor : Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $117
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $468
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Kotor, we can see that Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is more expensive. And not only is Kotor much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kotor would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kotor 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 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria than you might in Kotor.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Expensive? and Is Kotor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or Kotor?
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Kotor. When comparing the sizes of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Kotor, 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.