Which place is cheaper, Puerto del Carmen or Valletta?
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 Valletta or Puerto del Carmen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Valletta and Puerto del Carmen 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: Valletta or Puerto del Carmen?
Valletta
A harbor city and the capital city of the island of Malta, Valletta dates back to the 16th-century with a preserved architectural heritage that earned the city a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is best known for its museums, palaces, and churches.
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 Historical Tours in Malta, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Malta, The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid.
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Valletta Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayValletta €140Puerto del Carmen €210
The average daily cost (per person) in Valletta is €140, 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 Valletta and Puerto del Carmen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personValletta €65Puerto del Carmen €98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomValletta €130Puerto del Carmen €196
Compare Hotels in Valletta and Puerto del Carmen
Looking for a hotel in Valletta 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: Valletta Hotel Prices and Puerto del Carmen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Valletta €24Puerto del Carmen €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valletta
Also for Valletta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Intl Airport (MLA) - Departure Private Transfer : $14
- Turkish Gullet Cruise to Gozo and Comino with Lunch and Transfers: $90
- The Three Fortified Cities of Malta Half Day Tour Incl. Boat Trip and Transfers: $47
- Temples Tour (Pick-up, Transfer, Tickets & Drop-off Included): $222
- Sedan Arrival Transfer from Malta Airport MLA to Malta City: $41
- Private one-way Airport Transfer From St Julians to Malta Airport: $12
- Private Transfer from Valletta Cruise Port to Malta Airport (MLA): $14
- Private Transfer from Malta hotels to Valletta Cruise Port: $42
- Private One-way Airport Transfer from Malta Airport to Malta: $61
- Private Airport Transfer in Malta: $101
- Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers: $93
- Malta Private Airport Transfer - Arrival: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Valletta or Puerto del Carmen?
Prices for flights to both Puerto del Carmen and Valletta 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 dayValletta €56Puerto del Carmen €89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valletta
For Valletta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Valletta Food Tour: $60
- Valletta Food Tour - Eat like a local: $60
- Folklore Evening Dinner Show at a Traditional Maltese Restaurant Incl. Transfers: $73
- Fireworks Festival Cruise Including Dinner, Drinks and Transport: $81
- Christmas Tour in Gozo (afternoon) inc. Dinner: $102
- The Valletta Food Tour Experience, a private tour: $150
- Private Valletta Food Tour: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Valletta €27Puerto del Carmen €17
Tours and Activities in Valletta
For Valletta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Malta Private Half-Day Tour at Blue Grotto, Mdina and Ħaġar Qim: $167
- 2 hour Private Boat Adventure Tour of Comino and Blue Lagoon: $264
- 3 Cities Tour: $16
- 3 Hours Private Picnic Experience in Malta: $273
- 30-Minute Mdina Experience Audio-Visual Show Ticket (Open Ticket): $6.55
- 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Pass Bus + Harbour Cruise: $55
- 90 minutes Harbour Cruise in Valletta - ticket only: $22
- All Inclusive Blue Lagoon & Sunset Quad Tour in Gozo : $117
- All Inclusive Sunset Tuk Tuk Tour in Gozo & Blue Lagoon in Comino: $102
- Best of Mdina and Rabat Walking Tour: $20
- Best of Valletta Walking Tour: $20
- Blue Grotto and Marsaxlokk Half-Day Tour from Valletta: $45
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 dayValletta €16Puerto del Carmen €60
Sample the Local Flavors in Valletta
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Valletta:
- Malta Pub Crawl: $22
- Brewery Experience with Beer Tasting and Transport: $39
- Malta: The Three Cities and Wine Tasting Tour: $55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Valletta and Puerto del Carmen, we can see that Puerto del Carmen is more expensive. And not only is Valletta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Valletta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Valletta 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 Valletta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Valletta Expensive? and Is Puerto del Carmen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Valletta or Puerto del Carmen?
Puerto del Carmen has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Valletta. When comparing the sizes of Valletta 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.