Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman?
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 Grand Cayman. 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 Grand Cayman?
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBridgetown $122Grand Cayman $242
The average daily cost (per person) in Bridgetown is $122, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is $242. 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 Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBridgetown $73Grand Cayman $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBridgetown $146Grand Cayman $298
Compare Hotels in Bridgetown and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Bridgetown or Grand Cayman? 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 Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bridgetown $8.48Grand Cayman $31
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $103
- Private Transfer from Airport to morritts: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Bridgetown or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman 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 $38Grand Cayman $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bridgetown $25Grand Cayman $41
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
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- CaymanVisitor Hide & Seek GeoTour Self-Drive Tour: $13
- Diamonds and Cocktails a Shopping Experience in Grand Cayman: $25
- 2 Stop Reef Snorkel and Glass Bottom Boat Adventure: $35
- Grand Cayman Hop On Hop Off Island Adventure: $40
- Stingray City and Snorkeling Tour Starfish Point Adventure: $53
- Stingray City, Snorkeling, & StarFish Adventure: $55
- Stingray City and Starfish Experience with Coral Reef Snorkeling: $55
- Stingray City Catamaran Sunset Tour: $59
- West Bay Sightseeing Tour Plus Seven Mile Beach Visit: $65
- 3 Stop Boat Tour Stingray City Coral Gardens and Starfish Point: $65
- Stingray City Sandbar Experience: $65
- StingrayCity ,Coral Garden & Starfish Tour. : $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBridgetown $8.54Grand Cayman $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer$4.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
- Cayman Art and Wine Tour: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bridgetown and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman 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 Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bridgetown or Grand Cayman?
Bridgetown has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Bridgetown and Grand Cayman, 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.