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

Should you visit Eagle Beach or Saint Thomas?

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

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

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.

Saint Thomas

Saint Thomas is a beautiful island in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Together with St. John, St. Croix, and Water Island, it forms the unincorporated territory of the United States. The island is also home to the territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie. The island's population is just over 50,000, which is slightly less than half of the territory's total population.

Which place is cheaper, Saint Thomas 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
    Saint Thomas Prices
    USVI Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Eagle Beach $390
    Saint Thomas $258

The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $390, while the average daily cost in Saint Thomas is $258. 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 Saint Thomas in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Eagle Beach $227
    Saint Thomas $131
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Eagle Beach $454
    Saint Thomas $262
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Saint Thomas

Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Saint Thomas? 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 Eagle Beach


Hotels in Saint Thomas


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Eagle Beach $33
    Saint Thomas $37
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:

  • VIP luxury limousine airport transfer one way!: $190
  • VIP Luxury SUV Airport Transfer: $120
  • Round Trip Private Airport Transfer: $120
  • VIP Luxury Sedan Airport Transfer: $105
  • Platinium Aruba Transport - All Around Luxury Private Transfers: $90
  • Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island - Round-Trip Transfer: $79
  • Private One-Way Transfer Reina Beatrix Airport to Aruba: $74
  • Private One-Way Transfer from Aruba To Reina Beatrix Airport: $74
  • Transfers & Pickups: $67
  • Private roundtrip Airport Transfers in Aruba: $60
  • Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Aruba Airport (AUA) - Aruba: $55
  • Aruba Private Van Airport Transfer (Max 5): $55

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint Thomas

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Saint Thomas are as follows:


  • Scooter Rental
    $65
  • Taxi Ride
    $5.00

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Thomas

Also for Saint Thomas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Cyril E.King Airport (STT) to Charlotte Amalie - Arrival Transfer: $118
  • Cyril E.King Airport (STT) to St.Thomas-Arrival Private Transfer : $147
  • Exclusive Airport and Hotel Transfers (up to 6 persons): $190
  • PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St. Thomas- Airport Transfer to Ritz Carlton Elysian : $170
  • PARADISE TAXI & TOURS USVI-St.Thomas-Airport Transfer to Marriott Frenchman Cove: $110
  • Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI Airport Transfer Bluebeard’s Hampton : $110
  • Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St. Thomas - Airport Transfer to Red Hook Ferry: $160
  • Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI- St.Thomas Airport Transfer to Bolongo Bay / Limetree: $110
  • Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St Thomas- Airport Transfer Sapphire / Crystal Cove : $160
  • Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI-St. Thomas Airport Transfer to Wyndham Margaritaville: $160
  • Private Airport Transfer in Luxury Vehicle- St. Thomas, USVI: $179
  • Private Airport Transfer in St. Thomas from Cyril E. King Airport: $135

Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Saint Thomas?

Prices for flights to both Saint Thomas 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
    Saint Thomas $94

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

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Thomas

For Saint Thomas, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Sunset & Harbor Lights Dinner Sail from the Marriott's Frenchman's Cove: $109
  • St. John Sail with Bar and Hors d'Oeuvres to Lovango Dinner: $119
  • Afternoon Snorkel, Pizza & Sunset Tour departing from St. Thomas & St. John: $120
  • St. Thomas Dinner Sail to Lovango w/ Open Bar and Hors D'oeuvres - Ritz-Carlton: $139
  • St. Thomas Local Cooking Class: $145
  • St. John PiZZA Pi Snorkel Sail with Beach Stop, Lunch & Open Bar - Westin: $149
  • St Thomas Legends Luxury Dinner Sail from the Ritz Carlton: $249
  • Swim w/Turtles in St. John, Pizza Pi & Snorkel a shipwreck. : $275

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Eagle Beach $121
    Saint Thomas $60
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:

  • Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60
  • Discover Snorkeling Tour Mangel Halto & Baby Beach: $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 Cave Pool: $210
  • Adventure Kayak & Snorkeling at Reef Island Aruba: $130
  • Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour: $120
  • Art, Facts & Baby Beach UTV Adventure by Fofoti: $235
  • Aruba 2-Seater UTV Tour Adventure with Kini Kini: $100
  • Aruba ATV Adventure: Off-Road Tour in Single and Double Seaters: $109
  • Aruba Beach and Cave Island Tour : $78
  • Aruba Cave Pool and Secret Beach Safari Tour: $98

Tours and Activities in Saint Thomas

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Saint Thomas.

  • Children's Treasure Hunt Walking Tour: $10
  • Nature and Sightseeing Tour at Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden: $16
  • Guided Farm Tour with Local Treats and Beach Experience: $25
  • Drinks & Diamonds Shopping Experience in St. Thomas: $25
  • Coral World Ocean Park General Admission Ticket: $29
  • St. Thomas Sightseeing Tour with a Guide: $40
  • Admission Ticket to Coral World & Coki Point Beach with Snorkeling: $40
  • Cruise Ship Port Shuttle to St John Ferry : $44
  • Cruise Ship Suttle to Ferry going to St. John: $45
  • Paradise Taxi & Tours USVI - St. Thomas, Virgin Islands- Island Scenic Tour: $49
  • High Speed Harbor Tour from Charlotte Amalie Cruise Port: $54
  • Two-Hour Sightseeing Excursion : $58

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Eagle Beach $31
    Saint Thomas $27


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

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 Saint Thomas Expensive?.


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