Should I Visit Eagle Beach or Liberia for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Eagle Beach or Liberia?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Liberia, 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 Liberia?

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.

Liberia

Liberia is a town in northwestern Costa Rica. It is the capital of the Guanacaste province, which is about 140 miles away from Costa Rica's capital, San Jose. The town has a population of about 56,000 and is one of the tourism centers of the country.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Costa Rica, and The Best Eco Tours in Costa Rica.

Which place is cheaper, Liberia 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.

Eagle Beach Prices
Aruba Prices

Liberia Prices
Costa Rica Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Eagle Beach $390

Liberia $129

The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $390, while the average daily cost in Liberia is $129. 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 Liberia in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Eagle Beach $227

Liberia $61
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Eagle Beach $454

Liberia $122

Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Liberia

Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Liberia? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Liberia Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Eagle Beach $33

Liberia $43

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:

Round-trip Bus Ticket

$2.22
One Day Scooter Rental

$40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:

Round-Trip Aruba Airport Transfer: $22
Transfer in Private Vehicle from Aruba Reina Beatrix Airport (AUA)- Aruba: $25
Aruba Private Airport Transfer: Personalized Arrival: $31
Private Transfer from Oranjestad Cruise Port to Oranjestad city: $36
Private Transfer from Oranjestad Queen Airport to Oranjestad Port: $36
Private Transfer from Oranjestad Port to Oranjestad Queen Airport: $36
Aruba Queen Beatrix Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island-Arrival Transfer: $39
Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport (AUA) - Departure Transfer: $39
Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) Departure Transfer: $39
Private Transfer from Reina Beatrix Airport to Oranjestad Aruba: $45
VIP Private Transfer Airport Round-trip: $55
Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Aruba Airport (AUA) - Aruba: $55

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liberia

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

Bike Rental

$25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Liberia

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Liberia:

Airport Shuttle Transfer to Andaz Peninsula Papagayo: $45
Costa Rica Private Airport Transfer : $6.00
Daniel Oduber Quirós Airport: Transfers to Riu Hotels: $86
Direct Transfer Guanacaste Hotel to Liberia Airport: $35
Direct Transfer Liberia Airport to Guanacaste Hotels: $35
From LIR Airport Private Transfer to Punta Islita Hotel : $220
GUANACASTE COSTA RICA Airport Transfers | Shuttle Service: $65
Guanacaste Airport: Transfer to/from Papagayo Hyatt Hotel: $76
Liberia Airport (LIR) Peñas Blancas - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $262
Liberia Airport (LIR) to Arenal, La Fortuna - Arrival Transfer: $222
Liberia Airport (LIR) to Flamingo/Tamarindo - Arrival Transfer: $173
Liberia Airport (LIR) to JW Marriott/Papagaio - Arrival Transfer: $130

Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Liberia?

Prices for flights to both Liberia 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

Food Meals for one day

Eagle Beach $117

Liberia $37

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 Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $110
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

Typical Food Prices in Liberia

Some typical examples of dining costs in Liberia are as follows:

Snacks

$2.00
Lunch at The Shack (for 1)

$5.01
Lunch

$12
Coffee & Tres Leches (for 2)

$14
Ginger Ale

$1.30

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Liberia

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

2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara : $65
Private Local Cooking Class in Nosara: $85

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Eagle Beach $121

Liberia $25

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:

Full Day Bike Rental

$25
Kayak & Snorkeling Tour

$98
Horseback Riding Tour

$70
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:

Champagne and Diamond Shopping Experience in Aruba: $5.00
Aruba Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Guided Tour: $37
Scenic Aruba Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $40
Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour: $40
Aruba Countryside Tour: $41
Explore Aruba Party Bus Tour: $41
Colorful Beach Bus Sightseeing Tour of Aruba: $54
Half-Day Aruba Animal Sanctuary Guided Tour : $57
Aruba Jet Ski Rentals — Exciting Water Adventures Await: $58
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise aboard The Dolphin Catamaran: $59
Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60
Highlights of Aruba Island Tour: $60

Tours and Activities in Liberia

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

La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike (Group Tour) : $40
La Leona Waterfall Hike (Group Tour): $40
3-Hour Coffee and Chocolate Tour in Playas del Coco: $40
La Leona Waterfall Hiking Tour: $40
Rincon de la Vieja: La Leona Waterfall Private Tour: $43
La Leona waterfall adventure hike half day : $45
Tio Leo Coffee Tour: $46
Paddle Board Private Tour Nuevo Arenal, Lake Arenal: $50
Skip the Line: Diamante Eco Adventure Park: Animal Sanctuary Discovery Ticket: $52
Combo Tour: Lunch + Río Negro hotsprings: $53
Zip-line Adventure: $53
La Leona Waterfall Adventure Guided Hike with Lunch : $55

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Eagle Beach $31

Liberia $13

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Liberia, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Liberia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Liberia 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 Liberia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Liberia 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 Liberia.

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 Liberia Expensive?.

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Eagle Beach vs. Liberia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Eagle Beach or Liberia?

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

Where Should I go: Eagle Beach or Liberia?

Eagle Beach

Liberia

Which place is cheaper, Liberia or Eagle Beach?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Liberia

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liberia

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Liberia

Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Liberia?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach

Typical Food Prices in Liberia

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Liberia

Entertainment

Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach

Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach

Tours and Activities in Liberia

Alcohol

Related Articles for Liberia

A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Eagle Beach vs. Liberia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Eagle Beach or Liberia?

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

Where Should I go: Eagle Beach or Liberia?

Eagle Beach

Liberia

Which place is cheaper, Liberia or Eagle Beach?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Liberia

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liberia

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Liberia

Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Liberia?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach

Typical Food Prices in Liberia

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Liberia

Entertainment

Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach

Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach

Tours and Activities in Liberia

Alcohol

Related Articles for Liberia

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