The balance of what it offers vs what it costs works in its favor overall.

Families with kids often find more hassle-free options here. Here the difference shows up in the real traveler experience.

Ideal if your itinerary saves energy for the small hours. The gap in this category is notable — this is not a tie.

More value per night without dropping quality experiences.

If your trip is a cultural masterclass, this point matters. The gap in this category is notable — this is not a tie.

Compact center: chain neighborhood, museum and dinner without a taxi. Here the difference shows up in the real traveler experience.

Sunsets, intimate corners and a couples-getaway mood. Here the difference shows up in the real traveler experience.

For those who fly home with a fuller suitcase, the edge is clear. The gap in this category is notable — this is not a tie.