Is Ios cheap? Expensive? Somewhere in between?
The truth: Ios is one of the best-value party islands in Europe, especially compared to Santorini, Paros, and Mykonos — but the costs can rise quickly if you don’t plan ahead.
Here’s the full 2026 cost guide.
1. Accommodation Costs
Budget hotels:
€30–€40 per night (limited)
Mid-range hotels:
€50–€120 per person per night
Most LIABP Hotel Packages fall here.
Link: LIABP Hotel + Wristband Package
Premium stays:
€150–€300+ per person per night
Prices rise sharply in:
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Swedish Midsummer
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Early July
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Late July
- August
2. Food Costs
Cheap eats (gyros, bakeries):
€4–€6
Sit-down meals:
€12–€20
Brunch / cafés:
€8–€16
(including Nio Fusion brunch — great value)
Link: NioFusion.com
Link: Best Restaurants in Ios
3. Drinks & Nightlife Costs
Without the wristband:
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Pre-drinks: €8–€20
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Bar Crawl: €20–€30
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Drinks in bars: €20–€40
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Club entry: €5–€10
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FarOut events: €20–€40
A single night can hit €70–€120+.
With the Official Ios Wristband:
You get:
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Free bar crawls
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Free club entry
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Free FarOut DJ event
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Discounts in bars
Link: What’s Included with the Official Ios Wristband?
Wristband nights average €20–€40 total.
4. Transport Costs
Ios is walkable.
Taxis:
€8–€12 per ride (Mylopotas ↔ Chora)
Bus:
€2 per ticket
Ferries to Ios:
€35–€70 depending on route
Link: How to Get to Ios in 2026
5. Day Activities
FarOut:
€20–€40 (free with wristband)
Boat trips:
€45–€60 (discounted with wristband)
Beach days:
Free unless renting umbrellas (€5–€10)
Total Daily Budget Estimate
WITHOUT wristband:
€90–€160 per day
WITH wristband:
€50–€90 per day
Ios is affordable if you plan well.
Final Word
Ios isn’t expensive when done right — it’s amazing value compared to other party islands.
Use the Official Ios Wristband, start at Nio Fusion Happy Hour, eat smart, and you’ll save money every day.