Mid-Range Travel Guide: Zhuhai

Accommodation

¥300-800 per night ($42-112)

Three-star hotels, boutique guesthouses, business hotels with amenities

Food & Dining

¥120-300 per day ($17-42)

Mid-range restaurants, hotel breakfast, mix of local and international cuisine

Transportation

¥50-150 per day ($7-21)

Mix of taxis, ride-sharing, buses, ferry rides to Macau

Activities

¥150-400 per day ($21-56)

Paid attractions, guided tours, island hopping, cultural experiences

Eat at local wet markets and street stalls instead of tourist areas (typically 60-70% cheaper)

Use public buses and shared bikes instead of taxis for daily transport (saves 70-80% on transportation costs)

Stay in Gongbei district near the border rather than beachfront areas (generally 30-50% less expensive)

Visit free beaches and public parks instead of paid beach clubs (saves ¥100-300 per day)

Buy groceries from local supermarkets for breakfast and snacks (reduces food costs by 40-60%)

Book accommodation 2-3 months in advance during peak season (typically 20-40% discounts)

Take advantage of happy hour deals at restaurants (usually 30-50% off food and drinks)

Only eating in hotel restaurants and tourist zones (typically 150-200% markup compared to local spots)

Taking taxis for every trip instead of using efficient public transport (can triple transportation costs)

Booking last-minute accommodation during Chinese holidays (often 200-300% price increases)

Not checking ferry schedules to Macau in advance (missing cheaper advance booking discounts of 20-40%)