The pretty Spanish city offering British tourists best value for money

Every year, tens of thousands of Brits migrate to Spain in search of a better life in the shape of sunnier weather and cheaper living costs. Whether planning a permanent move or simply looking for the perfect holiday destination, knowing where your money goes furthest can make all the difference. A new study, conducted by Learn Spanish with James, led by James Smith, has revealed the Spanish cities where Brits can get the best value for their money.

The study analysed hotel costs, dining expenses, beer prices, transport fares, and attraction entry fees across 29 Spanish cities popular with overseas visitors. Data was collected from Booking.com for accommodation, Numbeo for living costs, and TripAdvisor for attraction prices. All costs were normalised into a Holiday Value Score ranging from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating better value for British tourists.

Cádiz claims the top spot with an impressive Holiday Value Score of 79.34, making it the ultimate destination for budget-conscious Brits. While hotel costs sit at £126.16 per night, the city more than makes up for it with incredibly affordable dining at just £29.50 for a meal for two, and beer at £1.19 per bottle.

Transport is particularly cheap at £0.93 per ticket, and attractions cost just £20.08 on average.

"Cádiz is a hidden gem that British tourists frequently overlook," Mr Smith said. "It's one of Europe's oldest cities with stunning beaches and incredible history, yet it offers some of the best value you'll find anywhere in Spain."

Córdoba secures second place with a score of 77.18, offering exceptional accommodation value at just £80.89 per night.

Dining costs £35.83 for two people, while beer remains affordable at £1.20. The city's rich Moorish heritage, including the famous Mezquita, comes at reasonable attraction prices of £26.88.

Torrevieja rounds out the top three with a score of 70.02, boasting the cheapest accommodation at just £65.83 per night and the most affordable beer at £1.00 per bottle. Meals for two cost £33.72, though attraction fees are higher at £44.37.

"Torrevieja is perfect for Brits who want that coastal lifestyle without the premium prices of more famous beach destinations," said Mr Smith.

Full list of the top 10 Spanish cities for the best value:

Cádiz

Córdoba

Torrevieja

Cartagena

Granada

Alicante

Murcia City

Ourense

Vitoria-Gasteiz

Santa Cruz de Tenerife