Which place is cheaper, Grande-Terre or Cancun?
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 Cancun or Grande-Terre?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Cancun and Grande-Terre can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cancun or Grande-Terre?
Cancun
In the northeast corner of the Mexican Caribbean, Cancun is one of Mexico's most popular destinations. The area that is now Cancun was actually selected specifically by the Mexican government for development as a tourist destination. The area was chosen because it has fourteen miles of beautiful white beaches, nearby Mayan ruins, and turquoise blue water with nearby snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities. Prior to its development as a tourist destination, there were few inhabitants in the area.
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun.
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Cancun Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCancun $167Grande-Terre $208
The average daily cost (per person) in Cancun is $167, while the average daily cost in Grande-Terre is $208. 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 Cancun and Grande-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCancun $96Grande-Terre $94
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCancun $192Grande-Terre $188
Compare Hotels in Cancun and Grande-Terre
Looking for a hotel in Cancun or Grande-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: Cancun Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cancun $18Grande-Terre $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cancun
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cancun:
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Taxi Around Town$1.66
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Airport Shuttle (for 2)$14
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Ferry to Isla de Mujeres (for 2)$17
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Local Bus (for 2)$2.01
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cancun
Also for Cancun, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer (Can-cun, Playa del Carmen & Tulum): $115
- Airport Transfer Cancun: $75
- Airport Transfer to Tulum: $160
- Airport Transfers to Costa Mujeres - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE: $233
- Airport Transfers to Puerto Juarez - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE: $211
- Airport Transfers to Puerto Morelos - Private van (ROUND TRIP) FLAT RATE: $199
- Akumal One Way Or Roundtrip Private Transfer: $139
- Arrival Private Transfer Cancun Airport CUN to Cancun by Minivan or Minibus: $29
- Cancún Airport (CUN) Cancun hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $76
- Cancún Airport (CUN) to Akumal - Private Arrival Transfer: $106
- Cancún Airport (CUN) to Cancun hotel or address - Private Arrival Transfer: $38
- Cancún Airport (CUN) to El Dorado Maroma - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $209
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Transfer Guadeloupe Airport to Cruise Port: $38
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Port to Airport (PTP): $74
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Cruise Port: $74
- Private Transfer in Guadeloupe: $77
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre Port: $74
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Port to Pointe-à-Pitre: $74
- Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Deshaies or Trois Riviers by SUV: $103
- Private Transfer Airport Port Hotels in Guadeloupe: $94
- Private Airport Transfer - All Destinations | Guadeloupe: $99
- Pointe-a-Pitre to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) - Departure Private Transfer: $46
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport PTP to Pointe-a-Pitre Round-Trip Transfer: $92
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre Arrival Transfer: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Cancun or Grande-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Grande-Terre and Cancun 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 dayCancun $49Grande-Terre $95
Typical Food Prices in Cancun
For Cancun, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cancun
For Cancun, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour in Cancun with a Local Guide: $62
- Cancun Street Food Tour with Food Stalls, Local Market and Murals: $64
- Salsa Streets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $69
- Tortilla Trails Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $69
- 4h Cooking Class in Cancun with 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $75
- Cancun Historic Downtown Food Tour with 7+ Authentic Tastings: $76
- Cancun Authentic Downtown Food Tour: Tacos and Local Flavors: $78
- Cancun Taco & Mexican Food Tour with Tequila Tasting: $79
- Cancun Hands-On Mexican Cooking Class: $79
- Couples Special Price! Cancun Pirate Show with Dinner & Drinks: $80
- Pirate Night! Dinner, Fun and Show at Cancun Couples Special: $80
- Couples Special Pirate Show & Dinner! Drinks, Adventure and Fun: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cancun $35Grande-Terre $52
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cancun
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cancun's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Seasick Pills$0.59
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Whale Shark Tour (for 2)$100
Tours and Activities in Cancun
For Cancun, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cancun's Hidden Gems: A Self-Guided Tour: $3.55
- 7 Days Self Guided AI Audio Tours to Cancun and Yucatan: $12
- Chichen Itzá Tour from Cancun and Riviera Maya for the best price, Book now!: $14
- Speedboat Jungle Tour and Snorkel: $15
- Discover Isla Mujeres tour with snorkel, buffet and open bar: $15
- Cancun Beach Taco Tour Culinary Journey with Tequila Tasting: $15
- Explore Mayan Culture full day tour: $16
- Isla Mujeres tour in a Catamaran with snorkel, open bar, lunch: $16
- Speedboat and Snorkeling Adventure in Cancun: $16
- Chichen Itza Mayan adventure: $16
- Speedboat and Snorkel Adventure: $16
- Isla Mujeres Catamaran Snorkeling and Open Bar Adventure: $16
Tours and Activities in Grande-Terre
Here are a few actual costs in Grande-Terre for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- *Cruise Stopover* - CASCADE WITH CRAYFISH- Sainte-Anne Beach: $65
- Cruise stopover - Plage du Gosier Round trip: $17
- Cruise to the Grand Ass DE Sac in an open air aquarium: $130
- Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe: $171
- Guided tour by electric tuk-tuk: $53
- Photoshoot + Drone on a Caribbean paradise beach or day tour: $153
- Pointe à Pitre City Tour, Island Stopover, and Beach Breaks: $100
- Pointe a Pitre Self Guided Walking Tour with Challenges: $26
- Private Ultralight Seaplane Experience in Guadeloupe: $184
- Stand Up Paddle Adventure in Guadeloupe: $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCancun $13Grande-Terre $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Cancun
Also in Cancun, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- A bespoke wine tastings crafted for unforgettable moments: $88
- Brewery Tour Craft Beer Tasting Cancun Mexico: $130
Sample the Local Flavors in Grande-Terre
Also in Grande-Terre, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Local Market, Crayfish Waterfall and Rum Distillery with Tasting: $230
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cancun and Grande-Terre, we can see that Grande-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Cancun much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cancun is in North America and Grande-Terre is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Cancun would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cancun 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 Grande-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grande-Terre than you might in Cancun.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cancun Expensive? and Is Grande-Terre Expensive?.
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.