Prices in Montenegro

The prices of food and drinks in Montenegro have increased in recent years. Still, they are pretty affordable. When going on holidays to Montenegro first read our article to know what prices to expect, both for various forms of accommodation as well as everyday needs.

The currency of Montenegro since 2002 has been the euro but fortunately the prices are not as high as in the neighboring Croatia and seem reasonable to visitors from Central and Eastern Europe, especially when it comes to food prices in pubs and restaurants. The prices in Montenegro thankfully hasn’t soared high, despite the fact that it is already more expensive than a few years ago.

With what and how to pay in Montenegro?

If your local currency is not euro, it is best to exchange money before the trip and arrive in Montenegro with a wallet of euro banknotes. Another option is to use a payment card, as those are accepted in most stores, hotels and gas stations.

On the other hand, you can access ATMs easily in Montenegro, so  there will be no problems with cash payment. There are also several local banks here, where you can also exchange money and pay with euro.

This can pose a problem only in smaller towns outside the tourist area.

Current prices in Montenegro

As for the prices in Montenegro, the coast region is the most expensive, especially around the Bay of Kotor – mainly in the cities of Herceg Novi and Kotor. This includes both the cost of food, accommodation and all other pleasures.

It is somewhat cheaper in the vicinity of Budva and Petrovac, but still during the tourist season the prices can be quite high. It is relatively cheap in the vicinity of Bar, Sutomore or Ulcinj. However, it also depends on the season of our visit.

Accommodation prices in Montenegro

The cost of accommodation in Montenegro is largely dependent on the date of your holidays and what conditions you are interested in. For example, one night in a hostel during the off-season costs 8 euro per person. In the high season, the same place will be almost twice as expensive – 15 euro a day. For a slightly better apartment you have to pay 20-30 euro in the summer. It all depends not only on the popularity of the resort, but also on the distance from the sea – the closer the more expensive it gets.

During the tourist season an apartment with a sea view can cost as much as 40 – 50 euro per night, especially in Kotor, Herceg Novi and Budva. It can be a bit cheaper when you are staying for at least two or three nights. In the regions further from the sea and more to the south it is generally cheaper though.

When it comes to camping in Montenegro, depending on standard, you will pay around 5 euro per night per person, but you have to add fees for the tent, car, and electricity consumption.

Prices of food in Montenegro stores

In general, prices in shops in Montenegro are similar to the those in Central European countries. Supermarkets (Idea, Maxi, Roda, Voli) are the cheapest, small shops are logically the most expensive.

Prices of basic food products, in stores and supermarkets:

1. 1.5 liter mineral water 0.40-0.50 euro
2. 1 liter of juice about 1 euro
3. 1 liter of milk 0.80 euro
4. 2 liters of cola 1.40 euro
5. bread (500g loaf) about 0.70 euro
6. butter (package) 2 euro
7. cheese (kilogram) 5 euro
8. sliced cheese (package) 1-1,20 euro
9. sausage (kilogram) 5 euro
10. 10 eggs 1.25 euros
11. cornflakes (250 gr) 1.70 euro
12. a jar of jam about 1.50 euro
13. tomatoes, cucumbers (kilogram) less than an euro
14. potatoes (kilogram) 0.30-0.50 euro
15. pasta (500 gr) 0.60 – 1.00 euro
16. chicken breast (kilogram) about 5 euro
17. coffee (250gr) 1.50 euro
18. sugar (kilogram) 0.65 euro
19. peaches, nectarines, grapes (kilogram) about 1 – 1.25 euro
20. a box of ice cream (900ml) about 3 euro
21. burek (local bun) about 1 euro
22. chocolate (100gr) 0.90 euro
23. crisps (250 gr) 1.60-1,80 euro
24. biscuits (jaffa cake type, 150gr) 0.80 euro
25. a pack of cigarettes about 2 euro

When it comes to alcohol prices:

1. 0.5l beer (bottle, can) 0.60-0.80 euro
2. decent wine (0.75l) 3-4 euro
3. rakija (liter) from 2.5 euro
4. vodka (500ml) about 4.75 euro

Restaurant prices in Montenegro

Depending on the place, prices for a meal in restaurants in Montenegro can vary from 5 to 20 euro per person. It all depends on the class of the restaurant and its location. The most expensive ones will be in Kotor, Budva and Herceg Novi, especially around the old town.

If you want to eat cheaper, it is worth looking somewhere further from typical tourist spots. A good option is also to order a so-called dish of the day. It is usually a meal consisting of soup and main course (fish or meat plus salad) for a price of about 6-7 euro. Barbecued dishes also come cheap (cevapi, pljeskavica, or kobasica with additions on the plate), costing about 5 euro per portion.

Fast food is the cheapest:

1. a piece of pizza 0.80 euro
2. whole pizza from 4 euro
3. sandwich 1-1.30 euro
4. hamburger 2 euro
5. tortilla with meat and vegetables 3 euro
6. French fries 1-1,50 euro per serving
7. McDonald’s set 3.30 euro

Meals in pubs and restaurants cost:

1. a portion of pasta with sauce 4-5 euro
2. meat dishes (grilled fillet, roulades, in sauce) with additions 6-8 euro
3. a plate of mixed meats 10 euro
4. fish (ex. gilt-head bream/orata) with extras 14 euro
5. grilled vegetables 2 euro
6. fish soup for 1.50 – 2 euro
7. pancakes with apples 1.50 euro
8. pancakes with nutella 2 euro
9. shopska salad from 1 euro

10 Greek salad 1-2 euro

When it comes to drinks served in restaurants and eateries:

1. beer (0.5l) from 1.5 euro
2. cocktails from 4 euro
3. a glass of wine from 1.50 euro
4. espresso 0.60 euro
5. latte 1-2 euro
6. cappuccino 1.30 euro
7. tea about 1 euro
8. cola (0.3l) 1.40 euro
9. bottled water (0.3l) 0.80 euro
10. fresh juice 1.50-2.50 euro

Some additional information related to prices in Montenegro but also other important issues such as local banks, ATMs and where and how you can exchange or withdraw money while in Montenegro are discussed on the official website of Montenegro tourism, checking which we highly recommend.

We invite you to share your experiences about current prices in Montenegro in the comments. The more current the information, the more there are happy vacationers 🙂

Current map of Montenegro