Kotoris 37% cheaper β BDI "Fair" (44/10) vs Dubrovnik "Fair" (40/10). Dorms avg $β37/night vs $β22/night.
Quick Verdict
Best Forβ¦
Traveler type
ππ· Dubrovnik
π²πͺ Kotor
Solo budget traveler
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5 hostels, avg 8.5 rating
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5 hostels, avg 9.6 rating
Couple on a budget
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Private rooms avg $60/night
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Private rooms avg $53/night
Digital nomad
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Coffee $4.45, dorms avg $33
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Coffee $3.24, dorms avg $22
Nightlife seeker
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Beer $8.27, 5 hostels
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Beer $3.24, 5 hostels
First-time Europer
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6 attractions
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16 attractions
Cost Comparison
Daily Budget
| Tier | ππ· Dubrovnik | π²πͺ Kotor | You Save / day |
|---|---|---|---|
brokepackr Dorm bed Β· street food Β· free activities | $β58 | $β36 cheaper | $22/day |
backpackr Mix of dorm & private Β· restaurants | $93 | $57 cheaper | $36/day |
flashpackr Private rooms Β· dining out Β· some tours | $137 | $92 cheaper | $45/day |
Price Intelligence
Seasonal Price Curve
Everyday Costs
Cost of Living
| Item | ππ· Dubrovnik | π²πͺ Kotor |
|---|---|---|
| π₯Street food meal Local market, street stall | $β20.63 | $β11.79 43% less |
| π½οΈMid-range meal Sit-down restaurant, one person | $β40.67 | $β23.58 42% less |
| πΊBeer (local draft) 500ml at a bar | $β8.25 | $β3.24 61% less |
| βCoffee Espresso or flat white | $β4.44 | $β3.24 27% less |
| πSingle metro / bus Standard single ticket | $β2.95 | $β1.77 40% less |
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Our Verdict + Hostel Quality
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Dubrovnik
Croatia
40
BDI: Fair
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Higher dorm prices (avg $37/night). Strong hostel scene (22 hostels).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelSunny Rooms (10.0)
Annual dorm avg$β37/night
Total hostels22
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Kotor
Montenegro
44
BDI: Fair
Brokepackr Deal Indexβ’
Higher dorm prices (avg $22/night). Plenty to see (16 attractions).
Hostel Quality
Avg guest rating8.5
Top-rated hostelPupa Hostel (9.7)
Annual dorm avg$β22/night
Total hostels5
Entry Requirements
Visa & Entry
Passport
ππ· Dubrovnik
π²πͺ Kotor
πͺπΊ EU / EEA
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
πΊπΈ US
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
π¬π§ UK
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
π¦πΊ Australia
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
π¨π¦ Canada
Visa Free (90d)
Visa Free (90d)
Flights
Getting There
City to City
Getting Between Dubrovnik & Kotor
Climate
Weather & Best Time to Visit
Β°C Β· mm
ππ· Dubrovnik
18Β°C
High
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12Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 127mm/month
Best months: Jun, Jul, Aug
π²πͺ Kotor
19Β°C
High
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12Β°C
Low
π§ Rainfall: 182mm/month
Best months: Jul, Aug
Things To Do
Top Attractions
ππ· Dubrovnik
1. KriΕΎ na SrΔu
2. Etnographic Museum Rupe
3. Fort St. Johns
4. Monastery
5. War Photo Limited
π²πͺ Kotor
1. Maritime Museum (Former place of Grgurina β¦
2. Ancient bridge
3. Black poplar from 1667
4. Cat's museum
5. Franco AlfireviΔ Pjesnik
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