A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Cesis vs. Roatan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Cesis or Roatan?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cesis and Roatan can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Cesis or Roatan?

Cesis

Cesis is the quintessential old world town in Latvia. It is nestled among rolling hills, giving it a beautiful, fantasy world like setting. The small town is sprinkled with old castles, fortresses, and parks that you can leisurely wander through to pass the time. There's a lovely town square that is the perfect place to grab a seat on a bench and people watch. Because of the square's central location, many residents pass through it on their way to and from the market. The town is intertwined with lovely cobblestone streets that are lined with old homes, in various stages of disrepair. Cesis manages to perfectly balance a level of authentic wear and tear with a fairytale ambiance. Outside of town you'll find great hiking trails that you can use to explore the rolling hills and picturesque countryside. The small town is also conveniently located less than 100 kilometers from Riga, making it an easy trip on a bus.

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 Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.


Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Cesis?

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 Cesis is €138, while the average daily cost in Roatan is €36. 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 Cesis and Roatan in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cesis 47
    Roatan 9.02
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cesis 94
    Roatan 18
Compare Hotels in Cesis and Roatan

Looking for a hotel in Cesis 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.

Hotels in Cesis


Hotels in Roatan


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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: Cesis Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cesis 30
    Roatan 15

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:


  • Water Taxi
    3.43

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:

  • 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
  • Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $112
  • King Kong Extreme Zipline, City Tour and Transfer: $130
  • Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $61
  • Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $152
  • Roatan Island hotels to Mahogany Bay Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $61
  • Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel: $110
  • Roatan Zipline, Monkey, Macaws & Sloths Eco Park, Snorkeling, Transfer: $128
  • Scuba Dive in the West End of Roatan with Private Transfer: $155
  • Transfers to West End by night from hotels in West Bay or Sandy Bay: $25
  • West Bay Beach Day Pass & Private Transfer – Roatán: $89

Is it cheaper to fly into Cesis or Roatan?

Prices for flights to both Roatan and Cesis 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
    Cesis 71
    Roatan 13
Typical Food Prices in Cesis

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cesis:


  • Lunch in town for two
    6.67

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan

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

  • Cooking classes from a Local!: $245

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cesis 16
    Roatan 22

Tours and Activities in Roatan

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

  • Organized trips and adventures: $26
  • Custom Private Roatan Shuttle Tour: Explore at Your Own Pace: $30
  • Roatan VIP island tour in Honduras: $36
  • Roatan Fun Bus Group Sightseeing Island Private Tour: $37
  • Roatan Private and Public Action Snorkel Tours and Charters: $39
  • Roatan Island Tours, Sightseeing and Shopping Adventures: $39
  • Roatán Ron and Chocolate Custom Tour.: $40
  • Roatan Comprehensive Real Estate Tour Experience: $45
  • Customizable Island Tour While on Roatan: $45
  • Roatan private customizable Tour chocolate Rum History: $45
  • Roatan Private Tour , Culture and Views Experience: $45
  • Customizable Best Of Roatan Island Tour in Honduras: $45

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cesis 17
    Roatan 5.69

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


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cesis and Roatan, we can see that Cesis is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cesis 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 Cesis would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cesis 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 Cesis Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Cesis or Roatan?

Cesis has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Cesis 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.