Hotels in Kyiv — from ~$50/night
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The full ranking
| Rank | Country / City | Daily budget (USD) | Local currency | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ukraine | $72 | ≈ 3,230 UAH | Budget calculator → |
| 2 | Romania | $88.5 | ≈ 409 RON | Budget calculator → |
| 3 | Hungary | $99.5 | ≈ 31,797 HUF | Budget calculator → |
| 4 | Poland | $102.5 | ≈ 393 PLN | Budget calculator → |
| 5 | Czech Republic | $105 | ≈ 2,248 CZK | Budget calculator → |
| 6 | Russia | $105 | ≈ 8,842 RUB | Budget calculator → |
| 7 | Greece | $113.5 | ≈ 99.58 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 8 | Portugal | $118 | ≈ 104 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 9 | Spain | $119 | ≈ 104 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 10 | Belgium | $138.5 | ≈ 122 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 11 | Germany | $141 | ≈ 124 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 12 | Austria | $141 | ≈ 124 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 13 | Italy | $146 | ≈ 128 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 14 | Netherlands | $155 | ≈ 136 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 15 | Sweden | $155 | ≈ 1,536 SEK | Budget calculator → |
| 16 | Ireland | $160 | ≈ 140 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 17 | Finland | $160 | ≈ 140 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 18 | France | $164 | ≈ 144 EUR | Budget calculator → |
| 19 | United Kingdom | $175 | ≈ 132 GBP | Budget calculator → |
| 20 | Denmark | $180 | ≈ 1,180 DKK | Budget calculator → |
| 21 | Norway | $210 | ≈ 1,991 NOK | Budget calculator → |
| 22 | Switzerland | $215 | ≈ 177 CHF | Budget calculator → |
| 23 | Iceland | $225 | ≈ 27,257 ISK | Budget calculator → |
Methodology
Daily budget = mid-range hotel price per night ÷ 2 (room shared two ways) + 3 meals + a $20 local transit and activities buffer, all in USD — the same math that powers every country's travel budget calculator on TripCalc.
Local-currency figures use exchange rates as of 24 Sep 2026 00:02:32 +0000. Build a trip-specific estimate with any of the free tools in the calculator library.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest country to travel to in 2026?
🇺🇦 Ukraine is the cheapest at about $72 per day for a mid-range traveler, based on mid-range accommodation split two ways, three meals and local transit. Nearest neighbors are 🇷🇴 Romania ($88.5) and 🇭🇺 Hungary ($99.5).
How is the daily budget figure calculated?
Daily budget = mid-range hotel price per night ÷ 2 (shared room) + 3 meals + a local transit/activities buffer, in USD. The country figures match the math behind every country's travel budget calculator on TripCalc.
Do these numbers include flights and visas?
No. The daily budget covers in-country spend only. Add international flights (typically USD 400–1,500 round-trip depending on origin), the visa fee and travel insurance on top.
Can I really travel on these amounts?
These are mid-range anchors. Backpackers typically spend about 40% less by staying in hostels and eating street food; luxury travelers spend roughly double. Shoulder-season travel shaves another 20–35% off accommodation.
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