A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Basse-Terre vs. Quito for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Basse-Terre or Quito?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Basse-Terre or Quito? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Basse-Terre or Quito?

Basse-Terre

In Guadeloupe there is Basse Terre the city and Basse-Terre the island - the city is the capital of Guadeloupe, and the island is Guadeloupe's western half of the main island. As a whole, the place is very green, featuring lush vegetation and a mountainous landscape with a sulfuric volcano.

Quito

Nestled between two mountain ranges lies the world's highest capital city, Quito, Ecuador. For history lovers, Quito is a very desirable destination as it's home to the Quito Historic Center – one of the largest and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas.

Even though Quito is full of people – in fact, it's the second most populous city in the country – very few of its inhabitants speak English. Luckily, however, the citizens of Quito tend to speak a slower and more clear Spanish than surrounding areas. This is the perfect place to practice what you read in your Intro to Spanish book.

Before visiting Quito, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, give yourself a few days to grow accustomed to the elevation. Staying 9,350 feet above sea level takes some getting used to. Second, don't be fooled into thinking that just because you're visiting a town on the equator that you'll need all your summer clothes. Because of the city's elevation, the area keeps a relatively cool climate year round.


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For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Eco Tours in Ecuador.


Which place is cheaper, Quito or Basse-Terre?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Basse-Terre is $193, while the average daily cost in Quito is $66. 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 Basse-Terre and Quito in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Basse-Terre $94
    Quito $22
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Basse-Terre $188
    Quito $44
Compare Hotels in Basse-Terre and Quito

Looking for a hotel in Basse-Terre or Quito? 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.

Hotels in Basse-Terre


Hotels in Quito


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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: Basse-Terre Hotel Prices and Quito Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Basse-Terre $8.37
    Quito $6.99

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quito

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Quito:


  • Taxi from Bus Terminal to Hotel
    $10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quito

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quito:

  • Airport Transfer in Quito: $20
  • Private Transfer from or to Quito Airport (one way): $20
  • Private Departure Transfer from Quito to the Airport - One Way: $21
  • Unique Quito Transfer Mariscal Sucre Airport to Hotel: $27
  • Quito airport private transfer IN or OUT: $28
  • Quito PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport: $28
  • Quito PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport: $28
  • Quito PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotels: $28
  • Quito PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotels: $28
  • Private Transfer from Quito Airport : $30
  • Express Transfer: Mariscal Sucre Airport to Quito: $34
  • Quito Airport Arrival Transfer to Hotel: $34

Is it cheaper to fly into Basse-Terre or Quito?

Prices for flights to both Quito and Basse-Terre 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Basse-Terre $83
    Quito $34

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quito

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quito.

  • Old Town Highlights & Food Tour: $29
  • 3 Hours Local Food Tour in Quito: $39
  • Guilty Pleasures Walking Food Tours in Quito: $45
  • Quito Cooking Class Shared Experience: $59
  • Ecuador Food Tour: $69
  • Cooking Class in Quito with Chef, Market Tour and Transportation: $88
  • Cooking Class with Chef, Market Tour & Transportation: $88
  • Cooking Class with a chef and local market including hotel pickup: $89
  • Ecuadorian Cooking Class with a chef and Local Market: $89
  • Quito Private Best Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $100
  • Ecuadorian Cooking Classes in Quito at the Terrace: $120
  • Premium Cooking Class Quito Tour: $130

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Basse-Terre $49
    Quito $16

Tours and Activities in Basse-Terre

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Basse-Terre are as follows:

  • Full day tour: the best of the island w/photos drone sunset: $176

Typical Entertainment Prices in Quito

Here are a few typical costs in Quito for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Entrance to Guyasimine Museum for Two
    $8.00

Tours and Activities in Quito

Here are a few actual costs in Quito for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Skip the Line-Entry to Heaven's Gateway The Basilica Towers!: $7.99
  • 2.5-Hour City Bus Tour: $15
  • Mitad del Mundo daily tour with 3 stops and local guide: $20
  • Middle of the World Tour with Tickets: $25
  • Quito Walking Experience Tour with Activities: $25
  • Quito : Must-see Sites Walking Tour With A Guide: $28
  • Shared Quito City Tour: $28
  • Explore Old Town Sightseeing, Food, Culture Small Group Walking Tour: $29
  • Walking Tour Quito: $30
  • Old Town Walking Tour with Basilica Church Visit: $30
  • Private custom tour with a local guide: $31
  • Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Basse-Terre $14
    Quito $17

Typical Alcohol Prices in Quito

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Quito from other travelers:


  • Beers for Two
    $9.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Quito

Also in Quito, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Half-day tour to high altitude vineyards and wine tasting: $45


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Basse-Terre and Quito, we can see that Basse-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Quito much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Basse-Terre is in Caribbean Islands and Quito is in South 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 Quito would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quito 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 Basse-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Basse-Terre than you might in Quito.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Basse-Terre Expensive? and Is Quito Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Basse-Terre or Quito?

Quito has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Basse-Terre. When comparing the sizes of Basse-Terre and Quito, 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.