Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Brussels?
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 Brussels or Roatan?
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 Brussels and Roatan. 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: Brussels or Roatan?
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.
Roatan
Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Brussels Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrussels €165Roatan €37
The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is €165, while the average daily cost in Roatan is €37. 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 Brussels and Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrussels €73Roatan €9.15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrussels €146Roatan €18
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Brussels or Roatan? 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: Brussels Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brussels €17Roatan €15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass€4.50
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Atomium train ticket (2)€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- BRU Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $31
- Private Airport Transfer to the City: $58
- Brussels Private Transfer from Brussels city centre to Brussels Airport (BRU): $70
- Brussels Shuttle Transfer Mons (1 to 8 PLACES): $73
- Shuttle transfer Brussels Gare du Midi Mons (1 to 8 PLACES): $73
- Transfer Shuttle Brussels South Station Mons (1-8 SEATS): $73
- Private Departure Transfer from Brussels City to Brussels Airport by luxury car: $86
- Departure Private Transfer from Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Business Car: $86
- Airport Transfer: Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Luxury Van: $97
- Brussels Airport Transfer (BRU) to or from Brussels (Sedan): $108
- Private Transfer from/to Brussels Zaventem Airport: $113
- Private Transfers Between Brussels Airport and the City: $116
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi€3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Airport, Hotel or Cruise Port, Ferry Roatan Private Transfer: $35
- Catch a ride to West Bay & back to Port, Hotel, or Airport (Roundtrip Transfer): $75
- Catch a ride to West End & back to Port, Hotel or Airport (Roundtrip Transfer): $60
- Discover Scuba Diving in Roatan at Upachaya with Private Transfer: $150
- East Sightseeing, Mangrove Tunnel Snorkel, Hole in the Wall, with Transfer: $115
- Extreme Zipline, City Tour, Chocolate, Rum Factory, Beach Break, Transfer: $145
- Honduras Airport(RTB) to Roatan -Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $110
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, City Tour and Transfer: $80
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $119
- Parasailing, Beach Break, Chocolate Factory with Transfer: $150
- Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $149
Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan and Brussels 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 dayBrussels €66Roatan €13
Typical Food Prices in Brussels
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:
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Ice Cream & Macaroons€4.60
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)€4.75
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Cheese€5.60
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Olives and Snacks€6.98
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Waffle€3.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Brussels Food Tour: Main Dish, Beer, Waffle & Chocolate: $93
- Brussels Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $109
- Walking Food Tour with Chocolate, Beer, & Waffles: $111
- Brussels Food Tour: 10 Tastings of Waffles, Beers, Fries & More: $124
- Food Tour of 10 Tastings - Waffles, Beers & More: $147
- Brussels Private Food Tour: Waffles, Fries, Beer & Local History: $148
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $183
- Brussels Food Tour: Private & Personalized with a Local Guide: $236
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Private Roundtrip Transfer to West End for Dinner and Nightlife: $70
- Roatan Cooking Class and Cultural Experience: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brussels €23Roatan €22
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tasting Tour: A Taste of Brussels - by Legends: $2.33
- The first free tour of Italians in Brussels | Since 2016: $2.73
- Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Brussels: $3.42
- Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels: $3.42
- The Most Complete Tour Of Brussels: $3.42
- Where Comics, Culture & Quirk Collide Walking Tour: $4.65
- Brussels Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.03
- Self Guided Podcast Tour: The Resurrection of Leuven: $5.48
- Audio Guided Walking Tour of Brussels: $5.72
- Brussels Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide: $6.01
- Brussels Treasure Hunt: Gold Quest Walking Adventure: $6.80
- Podcast Tour The Echoes of Congo in Brussels: $6.85
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- Custom Private Roatan Shuttle Tour: Explore at Your Own Pace: $30
- Roatan 35-Minute Private Guided Canopy Zipline Tour: $40
- Roatan Comprehensive Real Estate Tour Experience: $45
- Roatan Zipline & Eco walk/Suspension Bridge Combo Tours: $45
- Roatan Island Tours, Nature Parks and Attractions by Land and Sea: $45
- 1 Stop Snorkel Adventure with Beach Break: $45
- Customizable Best Of Roatan Island Tour in Honduras: $45
- Roatan Fully Customizable Private Tour Your Day Your Way: $45
- Roatan VIP island tour in Honduras: $45
- Customizable Island Tour While on Roatan: $45
- Private Customize Roatán Island Tour chocolate Rum local guide: $48
- Roatan VIP Free-Style Private Tour: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrussels €13Roatan €5.78
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine€10
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Beer€6.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- Immersive Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings - Brussels Area: $18
- Rodenbach Brewery Tour - Roeselare: $19
- Brussels Pub Crawl - Nightlife & Party Experience: $22
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Party Experience: $23
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- Discovery of the La Senne Brewery: $30
- Immersive Brewery Tour for 2 with Beer Flight - Brussels Area: $42
- Beer Tasting Workshop at a Brussels Microbrewery: $46
- Spirit tasting workshop at a Brussels distillery: $65
- Private tasting: Beer & Chocolate in a Micro Brewery-Distillery: $74
- Beer Pong Session at a Micro Brewery & Distillery: $74
- Beer Pong in a Micro Brewery and Distillery: $76
Sample the Local Flavors in Roatan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Roatan:
- Half-Day Tour in Roatan With Brewery, Rum and Chocolate Factories visit: $46
- Bar Crawl Tour in West End Village by Pedibike- Let the Good Times Roll: $80
- Roatan ATV Adventure, Island Tour and Craft Brewery Experience: $130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Roatan, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Roatan 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 Roatan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Roatan 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 Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels than you might in Roatan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brussels Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brussels or Roatan?
Brussels has a larger population, and is about 140 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Brussels and Roatan, 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.