Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Saint-Tropez?
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 Saint-Tropez or Puerto del Carmen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint-Tropez or Puerto del Carmen? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Saint-Tropez or Puerto del Carmen?
Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez is a town in southern France west of Nice, in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur region. Saint-Tropez is located on the French Riviera. It was a military stronghold and a fishing village until the beginning of the 20th century. It was the first town on this coast to be liberated during World War II (as part of Operation Dragoon). After the war, it became an internationally known seaside resort, renowned principally because of the influx of artists of the French New Wave in cinema and the Ye-ye movement in music. It later became a resort for the European and American holiday and a goal for tourists in search of a little Provencal authenticity and an occasional celebrity sighting.
Puerto del Carmen
Located on the south-eastern coast of the Canary Island of Lanzarote, Puerto del Carmen is a popular resort area best known for its high concentration of bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs. By day, visitors frequent the beaches for swimming, sunbathing, windsurfing, and other watersports - and by night, they flock to enjoy the live music and drinks of the area's thriving nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in France, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in France, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Saint-Tropez Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint-Tropez €176Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint-Tropez is €176, while the average daily cost in Puerto del Carmen is €210. 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 Saint-Tropez and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint-Tropez €86Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint-Tropez €172Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Saint-Tropez and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Saint-Tropez or Puerto del Carmen? 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: Saint-Tropez Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint-Tropez €34Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint-Tropez
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint-Tropez:
- Private Direct Transfer From Saint Tropez to Monaco: $281
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint-Tropez or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Saint-Tropez 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 daySaint-Tropez €65Puerto del Carmen €89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint-Tropez
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint-Tropez.
- Saint Tropez unical food tour !: $90
- The Evening Dinner in Catamaran at Sunset Saint Raphael: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint-Tropez €26Puerto del Carmen €17
Tours and Activities in Saint-Tropez
Here are a few actual costs in Saint-Tropez for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aperitif and Sunset Unforgettable Cruise Over the Water: $190
- Boat tour from Fréjus - Calanques Estérel - 2h30: $72
- Exclusive private tour of Saint Tropez by a Tropezian guide: $299
- From Cannes: Saint-Tropez Private Full-Day Tour by Van: $875
- From Cogolin/Cavalaire: Cap Taillat Catamaran Day Tour: $117
- Guided walking tour of Saint Tropez: $29
- Private tour in Saint-Tropez: $175
- Ramatuelle: Tracks & Tasting Winery Tour by Mountain E-Bike: $106
- Saint Tropez : tour and sweet tasting: $176
- Saint Tropez Guided Tour and Tarte Tropezienne Tasting: $180
- Saint-Tropez Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.79
- Guided Walking Tour: $28
Tours and Activities in Puerto del Carmen
For Puerto del Carmen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Las Palmas: Freedive & Deep Snorkel Experience For Beginners: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint-Tropez €19Puerto del Carmen €60
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint-Tropez
Also in Saint-Tropez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private wine tasting at home, Gulf of Saint-Tropez: $106
- 1/2 day, private wine tour, van from Saint Tropez: $154
- Provence Day, Saint Tropez Grimaud village Wine tasting: $188
- Vintage Car Wine Tour: $347
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint-Tropez and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen is more expensive. And not only is Saint-Tropez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Saint-Tropez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint-Tropez 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 Puerto del Carmen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto del Carmen than you might in Saint-Tropez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint-Tropez Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint-Tropez or Puerto del Carmen?
Puerto del Carmen has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Saint-Tropez. When comparing the sizes of Saint-Tropez and Puerto del Carmen, 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.