Which place is cheaper, Pensacola or Eagle Beach?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eagle Beach or Pensacola?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Pensacola, 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 Pensacola?
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.
Pensacola
With sands as white as sugar grain and a sky devoid of grey clouds and innumerable downpours, Pensacola is known by many as the "Western Gate to the Sunshine State." Located in northern Florida, Pensacola is a waterfront city known for its pristine beaches and rich Floridian history. As one of the earliest European settlements in the U.S., Pensacola is riddled with museums and landmarks that commemorate the state's history, making the city quite appetizing for history buffs and students alike. However, if you are simply looking to get the most out of the all-around good weather of Florida, Pensacola's protected beaches complemented with high-class restaurants and stores make this a vacation capital for many.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEagle Beach $341Pensacola $198
The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $341, while the average daily cost in Pensacola is $198. 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 Pensacola in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEagle Beach $227Pensacola $115
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEagle Beach $454Pensacola $230
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Pensacola
Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Pensacola? 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: Pensacola Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eagle Beach $33Pensacola $64
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:
- 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 One-way Transfer Reina Beatrix Airport To Aruba: $32
- Private One-Way Transfer from Aruba To Reina Beatrix Airport: $32
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Queen Airport to Oranjestad Port: $36
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Port to Oranjestad Queen Airport: $36
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Cruise Port to Oranjestad city: $36
- Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport (AUA) - Departure Transfer: $39
- Aruba Queen Beatrix Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island-Arrival Transfer: $39
- Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) Departure Transfer: $39
- Private Transfer from Reina Beatrix Airport to Oranjestad Aruba: $45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Pensacola
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Pensacola:
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Boca Grande Causeway Toll$5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pensacola
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pensacola:
- Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Destin, FL - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Destin, FL - Roundtrip Private Transfer: $142
- Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Pensacola - Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Pensacola - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
- Pensacola to Pensacola International Airport (PNS) - Departure Private Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Pensacola?
Prices for flights to both Pensacola 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 $68Pensacola $48
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
- Aruba Dinner and Nightlife Tour: $93
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $110
- Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
- Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160
Typical Food Prices in Pensacola
Some typical examples of dining costs in Pensacola are as follows:
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Two Ice Creams$6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pensacola
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Pensacola.
- Seville Stroll Food Tour: $72
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eagle Beach $121Pensacola $13
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:
- 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
- Explore Aruba Party Bus Tour: $41
- Aruba Countryside Tour: $41
- Half-Day Aruba Animal Sanctuary Guided Tour : $45
- Half-Day Aruba Island Tour from Oranjestad: $49
- Aruba Baby Beach Express Tour: $49
- Colorful Beach Bus Sightseeing Tour of Aruba: $54
- Aruba Jet Ski Rentals — Exciting Water Adventures Await: $58
- Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise aboard The Dolphin Catamaran: $59
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pensacola
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Pensacola are as follows:
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Bike Rental$16
Tours and Activities in Pensacola
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Pensacola are as follows:
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Pensacola by Wacky Walks: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Pensacola by Zombie Scavengers: $20
- Public Dolphin & Scenic Bay Sightseeing Cruise, Pensacola FL: $30
- Penscola Most Haunted: Ghost Tour and Scavenger Hunt: $30
- Ghosts and Graveyard Tour of Pensacola: $34
- Hop-on Hop-off Tour in Pensacola : $35
- Frisky Mermaid Public Dolphin + Sightseeing Cruise Up to 49 Pax: $37
- Pensacola Beach Jolly Dolphin Cruise and Scenic Bay Tour: $39
- Pensacola Shared Trolley Ghost and Mystery Tour: $45
- Seville Haunted Luncheon and Ghost Tour: $50
- Land Paddle Tour in Pensacola: $50
- Seville Quarter Haunted Ghost Tour, Investigation, and Luncheon: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEagle Beach $31Pensacola $44
Sample the Local Flavors in Pensacola
Also in Pensacola, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Walking Pub Tour : $21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Pensacola, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Pensacola much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Pensacola 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 Pensacola would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pensacola 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 Pensacola.
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 Pensacola 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.