Is Paphos expensive to visit?
Paphos is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $147. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Prague and Cappadocia.

Paphos, Cyprus
How expensive is Paphos?
The average cost of traveling to Paphos can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $147 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Paphos here.
How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Paphos?
Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Paphos will cost around $440 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $880.
How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Paphos?
On average, a one week trip to Paphos costs about $1,027 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $2,053.
Is it expensive to backpack in Paphos?
While Paphos attracts a few backpackers, traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a few hostels around town. The average cost of a hostel in Paphos is $22 per night. The cheapest beds cost about $22 and the most expensive rooms cost around $22. (See hostel prices in Paphos here.)
Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Paphos.
- $22 for a dorm bed at Hostl - Beds & Rooms - The Hostel Inn Paphos
Are hotels expensive in Paphos?
Hotel prices in Paphos are moderately priced and fairly even compared to hotels in other cities. You can expect to spend about $75 per night for a room on average. There are around 10 five star hotels in the city and they average $109 per night. Three star hotels average $71 a night and two star hotels average $47 per night.
Hotels by star rating in Paphos
Rating | Number of Hotels | Average Hotel Price |
---|---|---|
5 stars | 10 | $109 |
4 stars | 34 | $96 |
3 stars | 51 | $71 |
2 stars | 8 | $47 |
1 star | 3 | $110 |
No rating | 2 | $38 |
How expensive are sightseeing activities in Paphos?
Activities and things to do in Paphos 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 $14 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $14.
- Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $21
- Cyprus Wine and Gastronomy Tour : $143
- Ocean Blue Celebrity Blue Lagoon Cruise (Morning and Afternoon): $46
- Limassol Experience From Paphos: $46
- Kourion Ruins, Kolossi & Winery Tour from Aphrodite Hills: $82
- Paphos Segway Tour - Early Bird -08:00AM: $83
- Lara Bay & Adonis Falls Quad & Buggy Tour: $89
- QUAD/BUGGY Adventure Lara Bay 3 hour Thrilling Off road journey: $83
Is food expensive in Paphos?
Food in Paphos can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $77 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $80. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $226
- Paphos: Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
- From Paphos: Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $62
- Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
Is transportation expensive in Paphos?
Local transportation in Paphos can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $14 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $14. 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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