A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bratislava vs. Guatemala City for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bratislava or Guatemala City?

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

Should I visit Bratislava or Guatemala City? 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: Bratislava or Guatemala City?

Bratislava

The capital and largest city of Slovakia, Bratislava is set on the shores of the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary. While the city is skirted by mountains and vineyards, its 18th century old town center is crossed with cobbled walkways and surrounded by historic landmarks and architecture. One such monument is the Bratislava Castle, set atop a hill overlooking it all-the old town, the river, and the bustle of people in the charming city below.

Guatemala City

Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Slovakia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Slovakia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.


Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Bratislava?

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 Bratislava is €155, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is €53. 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 Bratislava and Guatemala City in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bratislava 49
    Guatemala City 23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bratislava 98
    Guatemala City 46
Compare Hotels in Bratislava and Guatemala City

Looking for a hotel in Bratislava or Guatemala 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.

Hotels in Bratislava


Hotels in Guatemala City


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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: Bratislava Hotel Prices and Guatemala City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bratislava 26
    Guatemala City 5.95

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bratislava

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bratislava:

  • Airport to Hotel Private Transfer Service: $34
  • Private Direct Transfer From Bratislava to Vienna Airport: $70
  • Private Direct Transfer From Bratislava to Vienna City Center: $83
  • Private Transfer from Bratislava City to Vienna City: $98
  • Bratislava Airport BTS to Piestany - Arrival Private Transfer: $104
  • Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna Airport, 2 Hour Stop: $105
  • Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna, 2h Stop in Schlosshof: $119
  • Budapest: Transfer to Prague via scenic Bratislava: $141
  • Private Transfer from Bratislava to Budapest with 2h of Sightseeing: $193
  • Bratislava Airport to TurĨianske Teplice Arrival Private Transfer: $208
  • Bratislava-Budapest One-Way Sightseeing Transfer: $281

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:

  • Shared Arrival Transfer: Guatemala City Airport to Antigua: $16
  • Private Airport Transfer La Aurora airport to Guatemala: $23
  • Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $23
  • One way Shared Transfer to Antigua: $24
  • Antigua: One way shared transfer to Guatemala City: $24
  • La Aurora Airport (GUA): One-Way Private Transfer to Antigua: $25
  • Private Airport Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $25
  • Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $25
  • Private Transfer from La Aurora International Airport to Antigua: $27
  • Airport Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $33
  • San Salvadorz: Convenient bus transfer from/to Guatemala: $34
  • Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel: $35

Is it cheaper to fly into Bratislava or Guatemala City?

Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Bratislava 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
    Bratislava 78
    Guatemala City 26

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bratislava

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

  • Vegan Bratislava Food Tour: $99
  • Local Beer & Food Tour: $135
  • Bratislava Traditional Food Tour: $167

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City

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

  • Cooking and class with Private Guatemalan Chef : $25
  • Cooking class/Pepian Workshop: $35
  • Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $90
  • Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
  • Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Cooked Under Volcanic Heat: $180
  • Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bratislava 30
    Guatemala City 1.17

Tours and Activities in Bratislava

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bratislava are as follows:

  • Top experience walking tour with bonus and castle: $4.16
  • City & Castle Tour - Introduction to Bratislava - Tip-Based Tour: $5.20
  • Guided City and Castle Tour from Bratislava: $5.21
  • Gallery Multium Entrance Ticket: $6.74
  • Gallery Multium Entrance Ticket: $6.77
  • Bratislava Castle in 1 Day - Walking Tour Audioguide 7 languages: $7.81
  • Historic City Centre Guided Tour: $8.19
  • Bratislava Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $8.33
  • Bratislava Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.33
  • Tasting Experience at House of Beer: $13
  • Old Town Cake Tasting Experience: $15
  • Discover Beautiful Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15

Tours and Activities in Guatemala City

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:

  • Half Day Antigua Guatemala Tour: $17
  • Half Day Guatemala City Tour: $27
  • 2-Hour Culture and Historical Tour From Guatemala: $29
  • Guatemala city Walking Tour and public bus: $30
  • Half-Day Guatemala City Explorer Tour: $34
  • Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City : $35
  • Walking Tour: $35
  • Guatemala city walking tour on afternoon 14.00, 2 persons and up: $39
  • Private Tour in the Historic Center of Guatemala City: $45
  • UNESCO JEWELS: Antigua Half Day Tour from Guatemala City: $49
  • Private Night City Photo Tour in Guatemala: $50
  • Half Day Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $50

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bratislava 19
    Guatemala City 6.60

Sample the Local Flavors in Bratislava

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bratislava:

  • Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $13
  • Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $13
  • Wine Tasting with Sommelier: $16
  • Wine Tasting in city center: $16
  • Wine Tasting with Sommelier in Bratislava: $16
  • Bratislava Wine Tasting in City Center: $16
  • Wine Tasting Experience in the Dark: $24
  • wine tasting experience in the dark: $24
  • Wine Tasting IN THE DARK!: $24
  • Wine tasting in the dark! (in German): $24
  • Bratislava 3-Hour Wine Tasting: $99
  • Devin Castle Tour with Wine Tasting: $151


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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bratislava Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Bratislava or Guatemala City?

Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Bratislava. When comparing the sizes of Bratislava and Guatemala 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.