How Much Does Mostar Cost? 2026 Budget Guide | Prices & Tips
Mostar is an exceptionally affordable destination in the Balkans, offering a significant discount compared to coastal cities like Dubrovnik. A solo traveler can manage a daily budget of approximately $39 / 65 KM, while those seeking a high-end experience can expect to pay around $289 / 480 KM per day. Costs are generally low for food and transportation, though prices in the historic Stari Grad (Old Town) are slightly elevated compared to the West Bank. The city provides a high value-to-cost ratio, especially regarding its Ottoman-era architecture and scenic riverside dining. Visitors will find that their money goes much further here than in Western Europe, allowing for frequent treats like local coffee and museum visits.
Is Mostar expensive to visit?
Mostar is very affordable—expect a daily spend of $39–$289 / 65 KM–480 KM depending on your travel style.
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Daily Budget
How much to budget per person per day in Mostar
$39
per person /day
$129
per person /day
$289
per person /day
Trip Costs by Duration
Total estimated costs per person, excluding flights
| Trip Costs by Duration | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Day Trip | $118 | $388 | $866 |
| 5-Day Trip | $195 | $647 | $1,444 |
| 7-Day Trip | $274 | $905 | $2,022 |
per person — Excludes international flights
Budget Buffer
Recommended contingency for unexpected expenses
It is wise to carry a 15% buffer to cover the $1.2 / 2 KM nightly tourist tax and the ~$1.18 / 1.96 KM baggage fees on intercity buses. This also allows for rounding up restaurant bills by $1.18–$3.53 / 1.96 KM–5.87 KM for good service, as a 10% tip is customary but rarely included.
How Does It Compare?
See how Mostar stacks up against other popular destinations
What Things Cost
Real prices for common tourist expenses in Mostar
Food & Drink (3)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Inexpensive Restaurant Meal Typically a local dish like Cevapi or a large salad (~$7.22 / 12 KM). | $7.22 12 KM |
| Mid-range Three-Course Meal for Two Total for two people (~$39 / 65 KM). Drinks are extra. | $39 65 KM |
| Domestic Draft Beer (0.5L) Local beers like Sarajevsko or Mostarsko cost ~$2.4 / 3.99 KM. | $2.4 3.99 KM |
Transport (4)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Taxi standard rate per kilometer (Moj TAXI) Fixed price day and night. Minimum ride is often ~$2.94 / 4.89 KM. | $1.2 2 KM |
| One-way city bus ticket (Mostarbus) Tickets purchased from the driver cost ~$1.26 / 2.09 KM. Exact change is preferred. | $1.26 2.09 KM |
| Train ticket: Mostar to Sarajevo (Scenic Route) One of Europe's most beautiful train journeys (~$7.16 / 12 KM). Return tickets are ~$12 / 20 KM. | $7.16 12 KM |
| Airport Transfer (Taxi to City Center) The airport is 7km south. Prices are generally fixed at ~$12 / 20 KM. | $12 20 KM |
Accommodation (3)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Dorm bed in a highly-rated hostel (Stari Grad) Prices for popular hostels like Hostel Miran or Taso's usually range from ~$18–$21 / 29 KM–35 KM per night. | $18 29 KM |
| Mid-range Boutique Hotel (Double Room) Includes breakfast. Boutique stays near the Old Bridge range from ~$77–$100 / 127 KM–166 KM. | $82 137 KM |
| Luxury Hotel Room (Hotel Mepas) Mostar's premier luxury business hotel. Expect to pay ~$159–$188 / 264 KM–313 KM per night. | $159 264 KM |
Activities (5)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Kravica Waterfalls Entrance Fee (High Season) Off-season (Oct-May) drops to ~$6.01 / 10 KM (10 KM). High season is ~$12. | $12 20 KM |
| Blagaj Tekke (Dervish House) Entry Modest dress required (~$6.01 / 10 KM). Covers the interior of the 16th-century monastery. | $6.01 10 KM |
| Koski Mehmed-Pasha Mosque & Minaret Entry The minaret offers the best view of the Old Bridge (~$8.43 / 14 KM). | $8.43 14 KM |
| War Photo Exhibition Mostar Powerful exhibition located in the bridge tower (~$6.01 / 10 KM). | $6.01 10 KM |
| Muslibegovic House Museum A National Monument showcasing Ottoman residential architecture (~$4.81 / 8 KM). | $4.81 8 KM |
Connectivity (1)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| BH Telecom Tourist 1 SIM (15GB) Valid for 10 days. Excellent coverage across Herzegovina (~$19 / 32 KM). | $19 32 KM |
Food & Dining
What to eat and what it costs
The dining scene is defined by hearty Balkan portions and riverside terraces where an inexpensive meal costs roughly $7.22 / 12 KM. A full three-course dinner for two in a mid-range setting averages $39 / 65 KM, while a domestic draft beer (0.5L) is a bargain at $2.4 / 3.99 KM. Street food staples like Cevapi provide filling, low-cost options for budget-conscious visitors.
Cheap Eats
Where locals eat — real places, real prices
Tima-Irma
$6.01–$11 / 10 KM–18 KMOld Town · Local chain
The platters are huge—one mixed platter for ~$18 / 29 KM easily feeds two people.
Food House Mostar
$7.22–$15 / 12 KM–25 KMStari Grad · Local chain
Excellent for vegetarians; try the stuffed peppers for ~$8.24 / 14 KM.
Cevabdzinica Korzo
$4.81–$8.43 / 8 KM–14 KMFejićeva Street · Street food area
A local favorite away from the bridge; better prices and more authentic atmosphere for ~$4.71 / 7.82 KM.
Sadrvan
$9.03–$18 / 15 KM–30 KMOld Town · Local chain
Staff dress in traditional Ottoman clothes. Coffee served with Turkish delight for ~$1.77 / 2.93 KM.
Hindin Han
$7.22–$13 / 12 KM–22 KMWest Bank (near Radobolja) · Local chain
The riverside seating is beautiful. The grilled trout is a steal at ~$9.65 / 16 KM.
Getting Around
Transport costs and the smartest ways to move
Mostar is highly walkable, but local transport is efficient with city bus tickets priced at $1.26 / 2.09 KM from the driver. Taxis are reliable and cheap, charging a standard rate of $1.2 / 2 KM per kilometer through services like Moj TAXI. For regional travel, the scenic train to Sarajevo is a highlight at just $7.16 / 12 KM one way.
Accommodation Overview
Travelers can find excellent value in the city center with dorm beds in highly-rated hostels like Hostel Miran or Taso's for around $18 / 29 KM. Mid-range boutique hotels near the iconic Old Bridge average $82 / 137 KM, while luxury stays at properties like Hotel Mepas cost about $159 / 264 KM per night.
Accommodation Budget in Mostar
Budget
Hostels, budget hotels, shared facilities
Mid-Range
3-star hotels, boutique stays, great locations
Luxury
5-star hotels, suites, premium amenities
💡 Prices vary by season. Book 2-3 months ahead for best rates.
Money-Saving Tips
Insider tricks to stretch your budget further
- 1 Dine at Tima-Irma in the Old Town for massive platters of grilled meat that are easily shared, keeping meal costs close to $7.22 / 12 KM.
- 2 Drink the free, clean water from the public stone fountains (Česma) throughout the Stari Grad to avoid buying bottled water.
- 3 Choose the train over the bus for trips to Sarajevo; at $7.16 / 12 KM, it is cheaper and offers one of the most scenic rail journeys in Europe.
- 4 Visit the Kravica Waterfalls during the off-season (October–May) when the entrance fee drops from $12 / 20 KM to approximately $6.01 / 10 KM.
- 5 Use local bank ATMs like UniCredit or Raiffeisen instead of the blue and yellow Euronet machines to avoid high withdrawal fees and poor exchange rates.
- 6 Stay in guesthouses on the West Bank (Croatian side) for lower nightly rates than those directly adjacent to the Old Bridge.
- 7 Purchase a BH Telecom Tourist 1 SIM for $19 / 32 KM if staying 10 days; it includes 15GB of data and prevents expensive roaming charges.
- 8 Look for 'Gosti' signs which indicate local guesthouses; these often offer better rates than online booking platforms if negotiated in person.
- 9 Hike up to the Hum Hill Cross for a panoramic sunset view rather than taking a taxi, saving the $1.2 / 2 KM per kilometer fare.
- 10 Buy groceries at the Konzum or Bingo supermarkets on the West Bank for picnic supplies if the $39 / 65 KM restaurant meals for two exceed the daily budget.
Seasonal Pricing
When prices rise and fall throughout the year
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
+30-50%
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
-40%
May, Oct
Mostar gets incredibly hot (40°C/104°F) in July. May and October offer perfect weather (~22°C/72°F) and significantly lower accommodation rates (~$18–$29 / 29 KM–49 KM cheaper per night).
Events to Watch
- ● Red Bull Cliff Diving (August/Sept): +100% hotel prices
- ● Mostar Summer Festival (late June): +20% prices
Free Things to Do
The best experiences that cost absolutely nothing
- 1 Walking across the Stari Most (Old Bridge) to enjoy the architecture and views of the Neretva River.
- 2 Watching the professional divers from the Mostar Diving Club prepare for their jumps from the Old Bridge.
- 3 Exploring the Kujundžiluk (Old Bazaar) and its vibrant stalls filled with traditional copperwork.
- 4 Visiting the Partisan Memorial Cemetery, a unique example of Brutalist architecture on the city's western outskirts.
- 5 Admiring the Kriva Ćuprija (Crooked Bridge), a smaller but equally charming stone bridge over the Radobolja River.
- 6 Taking photos at Spanish Square (Španjolski trg) and viewing the restored Gymnasium Mostar building.
- 7 Walking through the ruins of the Hotel Neretva, an iconic skeleton of a grand Austro-Hungarian hotel.
- 8 Visiting the Bruce Lee Statue in Zrinjevac Park, an unusual monument to peace and neutrality.
- 9 Crossing the Lucki Most for one of the most famous photographic viewpoints of the Old Bridge.
- 10 Exploring the exterior of the Karađoz Bey Mosque, the largest mosque in Herzegovina.
- 11 Strolling along the banks of the Neretva River below the Old Bridge for a different perspective of the stone arches.
- 12 Walking through the University of Mostar campus on the West Bank to see local student life.
Worth the Splurge
Premium experiences that justify the price tag
Mostar Diving Club Membership & Jump
Pay for training and a supervised jump from the 24-meter bridge. Includes a certificate. Costs about ~$60 / 100 KM.
Private Full-Day Herzegovina Tour
A private car to Blagaj, Počitelj, and Kravica saves hours of bus waiting. Costs ~$72 / 119 KM for up to 4 people.
Riverside Dinner at Tekke (Blagaj)
Dining right next to the Buna river spring is magical. A full trout dinner with wine is ~$27 / 45 KM.
Popular Activities
Top-rated tours and experiences in Mostar
Day Trip Costs
Popular day trips from Mostar and what they cost
Počitelj Medieval Village
$6.01 / 10 KM by bus
Free
$15 / 25 KM
Kravica Waterfalls
$24 / 40 KM by shuttle or tour
$12 / 20 KM
$45 / 75 KM
Medjugorje Pilgrimage Site
$8.43 / 14 KM by bus
Free
$24 / 40 KM
Payment & Money
How to pay and what to know about money
Bosnia-Herzegovina Convertible Mark (BAM)
1 $ ≈ 1.66 KM
Yes
Common in hotels and mid-range restaurants; cash mandatory for the Old Bazaar, small cafes, and buses.
Round up the bill at cafes. In restaurants, leave ~$1.77–$3.53 / 2.93 KM–5.87 KM (approx. 10%) as a tip if service was good.
Use UniCredit or Raiffeisen Bank ATMs for the best rates. Always decline the ATM's conversion offer to save ~$4.71–$8.24 / 7.82 KM–14 KM per withdrawal.
Expected in the Old Bazaar (Kujundžiluk). You can typically get ~10–20% off copper goods or rugs if buying multiple items.
Connectivity
eSIM: $4.71–$11 for 1GB-3GB (opens in new tab)
Local SIM: $12–$19 / 20 KM–31 KM depending on data tier (10GB-30GB)
WiFi: Excellent in the Old Town, cafes, and hotels. Most restaurants provide password on receipts.
Buy a local BH Telecom 'Tourist SIM' (approx. $19 / 31 KM) for 15GB of data. It is much cheaper than eSIMs for large data needs.
Why you can trust this guide
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Methodology: This guide combines on-the-ground neighborhood research, current hotel pricing data, and real traveler feedback to provide honest, actionable accommodation recommendations for Mostar.
Updated: February 16, 2026
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