Which place is cheaper, Key Largo or Eagle Beach?
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 Eagle Beach or Key Largo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Key Largo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Eagle Beach or Key Largo?
Eagle Beach
Aruba, only fifteen miles north of Venezuela, is a top Caribbean tourist destination. It's a small island, only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, and is an autonomous dependency of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the island is Eagle Beach. It's a popular beach with the locals, and a common destination for many who are looking for a party. The beach is particularly crowded on Easter weekend. The sand is a sugary white and the waters are a stunning crystal blue color. The beach itself is quite flat and the ocean is so calm it's like swimming in a pool. There are a handful of palm trees if you're seeking shade, but otherwise it's the ideal place to soak up some rays. You'll find some shaded picnic areas as well if you're hoping to enjoy a casual lunch.
Key Largo
As the lustrous emerald waters ebb and flow against your sandy toes, you find yourself cooled by the gentle breeze as you bask under a golden sun. To you, it's paradise. To everyone else, it's Key Largo. Located in the northernmost of the Florida Keys, Key Largo is known as the dive capital of the world due to its well-preserved coral reefs and clear waters. Just an hour-drive from South Florida's major airports, Key Largo boasts in containing a vast biodiversity, such as tropical hardwoods, creeks, two state parks, a national park, and a portion of a national marine sanctuary. Besides its natural beauty, Key Largo is overflowing with top restaurants and chic boutiques. It is no wonder that Key Largo became a hotspot for Hollywood beach scenes, with even a movie holding its namesake! Whether you look to get your fun by land or by water, there is something for everyone at Key Largo!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from New York City.
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Eagle Beach Prices
Aruba PricesKey Largo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEagle Beach $391Key Largo $256
The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $391, while the average daily cost in Key Largo is $256. 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 Eagle Beach and Key Largo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEagle Beach $227Key Largo $117
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEagle Beach $454Key Largo $234
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Key Largo
Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Key Largo? 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: Key Largo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eagle Beach $33Key Largo $56
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.22
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One Day Scooter Rental$40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:
- VIP luxury limousine airport transfer one way!: $190
- Private Transfer for Small and Mid-Sized Groups and Families: $180
- Private Guided Beach Meditation & Hike + Transfer: $165
- Private Sea Glass Island Kayak Morning + Transfer: $155
- Round Trip Private Airport Transfer: $120
- VIP Luxury Sedan Airport Transfer: $105
- Premium Airport Transfers in Aruba: $100
- Private One-Way Transfer from Aruba To Reina Beatrix Airport: $83
- Private One-Way Transfer Reina Beatrix Airport to Aruba: $83
- Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island - Round-Trip Transfer: $79
- Private Round - Trip Airport Transfer in Aruba Luxury SUV: $69
- Transfers & Pickups: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Key Largo?
Prices for flights to both Key Largo and Eagle Beach 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 dayEagle Beach $117Key Largo $104
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Eagle Beach.
- Noord, Aruba: Exclusive Private Dinner aboard the Aqua Donut: $90
- Aruba Caribbean Dinner Sail Experience: $92
- Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
- Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba: $135
- Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eagle Beach $121Key Largo $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Eagle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$25
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$98
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Horseback Riding Tour$70
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4 Hr Snorkel Trip$74
Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Eagle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60
- Discover Snorkeling Tour Mangel Halto & Baby Beach: $115
- Explore Aruba Coastline with Kayaking Tour: $115
- 2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge in Aruba: $116
- 2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba: $99
- Action-Packed Half Day Aruba UTV Tour and Arashi Beach: $210
- Adventure Kayak & Snorkeling at Reef Island Aruba: $105
- Adventurous Clear Kayak And Snorkeling Tour At Mangel Halto: $105
- Alto Vista Chapel and Arashi Beach Adventure: $77
- Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour: $120
- Arikok Sunrise Hiking Tour to Natural Pool + Transportation: $110
- Art, Beach and Culture Island Tour with Kini Kini: $95
Tours and Activities in Key Largo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Key Largo.
- Discover Florida Keys: A Self-Guided Tour: $8.21
- Florida Key West Self-Guided Driving Tour (7 Mile Bridge): $17
- Key Largo Coral Reef Glass Bottom Boat Adventure: $45
- 90-Minute Key Largo Sunset Cruise: $59
- Key Largo Sunset Cruise: $60
- Small Group Florida Keys Eco Tour by Boat: $60
- Key Largo Dolphin Day Tour: $64
- Boat Eco Tour: $65
- Sunset Cruise: $65
- Key Largo Bay Dolphin Sunset Tour: $66
- Mangroves and Manatees - Guided Kayak Eco Tour: $69
- 1.5 Hour Bay Side Key Largo Sunset Cruise on a Spacious Catamaran: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEagle Beach $31Key Largo $24
Sample the Local Flavors in Eagle Beach
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Eagle Beach:
- Aruba Happy Hour Party Bus Pub Crawl: $82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Key Largo, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Key Largo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Key Largo is in North 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 Key Largo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Key Largo 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 Eagle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eagle Beach than you might in Key Largo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eagle Beach Expensive? and Is Key Largo 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.