Which place is cheaper, Basse-Terre or Bridgetown?
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 Bridgetown or Basse-Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Bridgetown and Basse-Terre. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Bridgetown or Basse-Terre?
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.
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Bridgetown Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBridgetown $122Basse-Terre $217
The average daily cost (per person) in Bridgetown is $122, while the average daily cost in Basse-Terre is $217. 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 Bridgetown and Basse-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBridgetown $73Basse-Terre $105
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBridgetown $146Basse-Terre $210
Compare Hotels in Bridgetown and Basse-Terre
Looking for a hotel in Bridgetown or Basse-Terre? 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: Bridgetown Hotel Prices and Basse-Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bridgetown $8.48Basse-Terre $9.39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bridgetown
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bridgetown:
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Minibus Ride$0.74
Is it cheaper to fly into Bridgetown or Basse-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Basse-Terre and Bridgetown 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 dayBridgetown $38Basse-Terre $93
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bridgetown $25Basse-Terre $55
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bridgetown
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bridgetown are as follows:
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Turtle & Shipwreck Tour$39
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1/2 Hr Helicopter Tour$174
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBridgetown $8.54Basse-Terre $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bridgetown and Basse-Terre, we can see that Basse-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Bridgetown much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bridgetown would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bridgetown 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 Bridgetown.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bridgetown Expensive? and Is Basse-Terre Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bridgetown or Basse-Terre?
Bridgetown has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Basse-Terre. When comparing the sizes of Bridgetown and Basse-Terre, 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.