Which place is cheaper, Belize City or Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Belize City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Belize City can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Belize City?
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)
Puerto Plata, nestled on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic, is a captivating destination known for its beautiful beaches, historical landmarks, and vibrant culture. Whether you're arriving via the bustling Amber Cove cruise port or planning an extended stay, Puerto Plata offers a diverse range of experiences for every traveler.
Belize City
Belize City is the largest city in Belize. It was once the capital of the country, but due to massive hurricane damage in 1961, the country decided to relocate it capital. With a population of 57,000 people, Belize City is located right at the mouth of the Haulover Creek.
This gorgeous tropical city experiences a monsoon climate – meaning there are warm and humid conditions throughout the course of the year. There is a wet season from May to January, so plan for a little bit of rain in that time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, The Best G Adventures Tours to Belize, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belize.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmber Cove (Puerto Plata) $234Belize City $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) is $234, while the average daily cost in Belize City is $108. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Belize City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmber Cove (Puerto Plata) $143Belize City $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmber Cove (Puerto Plata) $286Belize City $98
Compare Hotels in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Belize City
Looking for a hotel in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Belize City? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) Hotel Prices and Belize City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $9.13Belize City $5.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)
Also for Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Private airport Santigo STI to hotels in santiago: $55
- Transfer Premium Airport POP to your Destination: $54
- Santiago to Cibao International Airport (STI) - Departure Private Transfer: $30
- Puerto Plata to Punta Cana Airport PUJ Departure Private Transfer: $22
- Puerto Plata to Lifestyle LHVC transfer: $91
- Puerto Plata airport local transfer: $88
- Puerto Plata VIP Transferencias y tours: $120
- Puerto Plata Airport(POP) to Sosua/Cabarete - Round-Trip Transfer: $57
- Puerto Plata Airport (POP)Puerto Plata/Cofresi-RoundTrip Transfer: $123
- Puerto Plata Airport (POP) to Las Galeras/Samana-Arrival Transfer: $62
- Puerto Plata Airport (POP) to Cabrera/Nagua - Round-Trip Transfer: $123
- Puerto Plata Airport (POP) to Cabrera / Nagua - Arrival Transfer: $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belize City
Also for Belize City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Belize Airport (BZE) to Belize Round-Trip Private Transfer: $290
- Private Transfer from Belize City Airport BZE to Punta Gorda: $235
- Private Transfer from Belize City and Airport to Placencia: $186
- Belize City Airport to Placencia Private Transfer: $180
- Private Shuttle Transfer: Belize Airport to Hopkins Village: $142
- Tours&airport transfer: $128
- Private Transfer: Belize City or BZE Airport to Hopkins Village: $125
- Belize City Airport to San Ignacio Private Transfer: $125
- Belize City to/from Placencia/Hopkins Shuttle Transfer: $113
- Belize Airport (BZE) to Belize city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $103
- Private Transfer: BZE Intl Airport or Water Taxi to San Ignacio: $85
- Private transfer from the Philip Goldson Airport to San Ignacio: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Belize City?
Prices for flights to both Belize City and Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAmber Cove (Puerto Plata) $76Belize City $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belize City
For Belize City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Belize: Tikal, Yaxha, and Cooking Class 4-Day Tour: $1,800
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) $41Belize City $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)
For Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Snorkeling Tour$42
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Banana Boat Ride$6.04
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Paragliding$51
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1 Hr Kayak Rental$12
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Water Skiing$18
Tours and Activities in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Amber Cove (Puerto Plata).
- 27 Damajagua Waterfalls for Cruises (Taino Bay and Amber Cove): $60
- 27 Pools of Damajagua Adventure Tour from Puerto Plata: $60
- 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua Adventure Hiking Jumps and Natural Pool: $85
- 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua Adventure and City Tour: $89
- 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua: 7 Charcos Adventure Experience: $55
- 2x1: Puerto Plata MonkeyLand and Waterfalls Tour: $99
- 2x1: Top of the mount And City tour Puerto plata: $150
- 3-hour ATV adventure in Puerto Plata: $130
- 3x1: Butterfly Garden & Monkeyland & Puerto Plata city Tour: $89
- 3x1: Monkeyland Waterfalls and Buggy Tour Puerto Plata: $195
- 7 Damajagua Waterfalls, Monkeys and City Tour Puerto Plata: $110
- 7 Waterfalls Tour With Lunch in DR (Taino Bay & Amber Cove): $60
Tours and Activities in Belize City
For Belize City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- ATM Cave Adventure "Actun Tunichil Muknal" from Belize City: $260
- Altun Ha Cave Tubing and Zip line Tours from Belize City: $295
- Altun Ha Heritage Tour from Belize City: $85
- Altun Ha Mayan Ruins & Cave Tubing Tour with Belizean Lunch: $155
- Altun Ha Mayan Ruins & Zipline Tour from Belize City All Inclusive: $210
- Belize Cave Tubing & Zipline Tour with Lunch: $110
- Belize City Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave (ATM )Full Day Tour: $250
- Belize City All Inclusive Tour for Cruise Ship Travelers: $100
- Belize City Coffee Tasting, History and Book Tour by TukTuk: $65
- Belize City Group Sightseeing Tuktuk Tour: $75
- Cave Tubing & Zipline Adventure Tour: $115
- Cave Tubing and Xunantunich Mayan Site Tour: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmber Cove (Puerto Plata) $13Belize City $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Belize City, we can see that Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) is more expensive. And not only is Belize City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) is in Caribbean Islands and Belize City is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Belize City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belize City and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) than you might in Belize City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) Expensive? and Is Belize City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) or Belize City?
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) has a larger population, and is about 95% larger than the population of Belize City. When comparing the sizes of Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) and Belize City, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.