Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Madrid?
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 Madrid or Guayaquil?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Madrid and Guayaquil 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: Madrid or Guayaquil?
Madrid
Madrid, the capital of Spain, overs visitors countless opportunities to experience Spain's culture, art, cuisine, and nightlife. It is the largest city in Spain, and as such has much to explore. The city is situated on the Iberian Peninsula on the Spanish central Castillian plateau. If you're flying into Spain, you'll likely fly into the Madrid airport as it's one of the largest airports in Europe. Madrid is well connected to the rest of Spain with planes, trains and buses, making it a popular place to visit for many travelers doing a European tour.
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMadrid $189Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Madrid is $189, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Madrid and Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMadrid $91Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMadrid $182Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Madrid and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Madrid or Guayaquil? 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: Madrid Hotel Prices and Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Madrid $22Guayaquil $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Madrid
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Madrid are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Madrid
Also for Madrid, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Vehicle transfer with driver included in Madrid: $155
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Madrid APT-HTL (MAD): $64
- Transfer: Barajas Airport (MAD) to Madrid City Center: $32
- Transfer to Barajas Airport from Madrid: $108
- Transfer from Barajas Airport to Madrid: $119
- Round Trip Transfer from Madrid Airport MAD to Madrid by Sedan: $89
- Private transfer to Madrid Airport (MAD): $37
- Private transfer from Madrid city to CHAMARTIN train station: $47
- Private transfer from Madrid Barajas Airport to Madrid : $93
- Private transfer departure from City Centre to Madrid Airport: $29
- Private Transfer: Madrid to Madrid Airport MAD in Luxury Car: $128
- Private Transfer: Madrid Airport MAD to Madrid in Luxury Car: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Madrid or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil and Madrid 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 dayMadrid $69Guayaquil $50
Typical Food Prices in Madrid
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Madrid:
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Coffee$2.35
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Ice Cream$3.52
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Kebabs (for 2)$19
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Croissant$1.76
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Lunch at Airport (for 2)$18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Madrid
For Madrid, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Madrid Old Town Tour & Flamenco Show with Optional Dinner: $71
- Chocolate & Churros Cooking Class in Madrid : $72
- Murder Mystery Dinner Experience: $76
- Spanish Tapas Experience and Sangría Showcooking in Madrid: $78
- Paella and Tapas Cooking Workshop in Madrid: $84
- Madrid Spanish Omelet Cooking Class and Bottomless Wine brunch: $90
- Spanish Cooking Class Paella Tapas and Sangria in Madrid: $102
- Tapas & Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with a Professional Chef: $106
- Tapas, Drinks & Stories: Madrid by Night Food Tour: $124
- Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing: $142
- Taste of Spain: Tapas Cooking Class with Bottomless Wine Pairing: $142
- Afternoon Tapas Cooking Class in a Secret Venue in Madrid: $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Madrid $39Guayaquil $21
Tours and Activities in Madrid
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Madrid.
- 1 Hour Madrid Welcome and Historical Tour: $106
- El Pardo Royal Palace Entry Ticket: $20
- Madrid Kids and Family Sightseeing Tour: $71
- Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour: $100
- Toledo with Cathedral from Madrid Full Day Tour: $147
- Ávila & Segovia and Alcazar Day Tour from Madrid lunch included: $214
- 2 Days Guided Cultural Tour in Madrid Royal Palace and 3 Museums : $227
- 2 Hour Madrid City Expert Tour : $202
- 2-Hour Tour of the Madrid of Mysteries: $15
- 3 Hours Bike tour from the City center to Santiago Bernabeu and it's Museum: $108
- 3-hour experience on the Redován K2 Family Via Ferrata: $49
- 30 Minutes of Jet Ski Adventure on the Coast of Alicante: $106
Tours and Activities in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Half Day Tour in Guayaquil with a Professional Driver: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMadrid $23Guayaquil $17
Typical Alcohol Prices in Madrid
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Madrid are as follows:
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Beer$5.87
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Drinks and Tapas (for 2)$15
Sample the Local Flavors in Madrid
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Madrid:
- Top Pub Crawl Madrid & Party: $11
- Madrid Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entrance: $12
- Visit to the Winery with Wine Tasting and Appetizers in Navarra: $12
- Pub Crawl Madrid by Mad Party Crew: $20
- Pub Crawl Madrid-The Original since 2005-Shots-Fun-Clubs-Dance: $30
- Wine Tasting near Plaza Mayor in Madrid : $30
- Wine Tour with tasting in the Natural Park of La Mata: $38
- Wine Tasting in Madrid Experience: $55
- Toledo Tour with Tapas, Wine Tasting and Optional 3 Monuments: $57
- Hypno Tasting Wine Tasting under Hypnosis in Madrid: $59
- Madrid Royal Palace Small Group Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $71
- New Year Eve Madrid Pub Crawl: $82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Madrid and Guayaquil, we can see that Madrid is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Madrid is in Europe and Guayaquil is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Madrid would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Madrid than you might in Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Madrid Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Madrid or Guayaquil?
Madrid has a larger population, and is about 60% larger than the population of Guayaquil. When comparing the sizes of Madrid and Guayaquil, 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.