Is Santorini expensive? Santorini prices in 2026 and how to save
A 2026 Santorini price table: food, transport, quads and hotels, and why the caldera view drives the bill.
- Yes: Santorini is one of Greece's most expensive destinations, with Mykonos, mainly because of caldera-view hotels.
- Simple taverna meal about €24, Fira–Oia bus about €1.60, airport taxi about €35 (2026).
- A mid-range day costs about €350 per person including accommodation.
You can do Santorini for less: stay on the east side (Kamari, Perissa), take the bus and avoid July–August. The caldera view is what costs most.
Is Santorini expensive?
Yes. With Mykonos, Santorini is the most expensive destination in Greece. The main cost is caldera-view accommodation in Oia, Fira and Imerovigli. Food and transport are dearer than on other islands, but not extreme.
How much does a day in Santorini cost?
According to Gotripzi (updated February 2026), per person per day including accommodation:
| Style | Cost per day (per person) |
|---|---|
| Budget | about €65 |
| Mid-range | about €350 |
| Luxury | about €1,400 |
Prices in Santorini
| Item | Price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Simple taverna meal | about €24 |
| Draught beer (0.5 l) | about €5 |
| Beer at a caldera-view bar in Oia | €12 or more |
| KTEL bus, Fira to Oia | about €1.60 |
| Taxi, Fira to airport (up to 4) | about €35 |
| Quad bike per day (excl. fuel) | about €45 |
| Mid-range hotel per night | about $130–180 |
Source: Gotripzi, February 2026. Hotels also charge a climate resilience fee of about €1.50–10 per night depending on star rating.
What pushes the bill up?
- The caldera view: a room with a plunge pool facing the sunset costs several times a room without a view in the same village.
- Sunset in Oia: view bars and restaurants charge a premium.
- Water: tap water is not recommended for drinking and kiosk bottles are pricey; buy at the supermarket.
- Caldera cruises are one of the biggest daily costs.
How to save
- Stay on the east side: Kamari and Perissa are cheaper. See where to stay in Santorini.
- Travel outside the peak: April–May and late September–October. See Santorini off-season.
- Use the buses from Fira.
- More tips: Santorini on a budget.
More: Santorini destination page, flights to Santorini and kosher food in Santorini.
FAQ
Is Santorini expensive? Yes, it is one of Greece's priciest destinations. Caldera-view accommodation is the big cost; food and transport less so.
How much is a meal in Santorini? About €24 per person at a simple taverna, much more at view restaurants (2026).
How much money do I need for Santorini? Gotripzi puts a mid-range day at about €350 per person including accommodation, and a budget day at about €65.
How can I do Santorini cheaply? Stay in Kamari or Perissa, take the bus and travel in spring or autumn.
