Which place is cheaper, Granada or Grand Cayman?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Grand Cayman or Granada?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Grand Cayman and Granada. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Grand Cayman or Granada?
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
Granada
Granada is Nicaragua's oldest colonial city, and arguably, the most beautiful city in the country. It sits on the northern edge of Lake Nicaragua (Lago Cocibolca) and has many beautifully colored buildings and nice churches. The city's beauty and colonial architecture, along with its relative safety and accessibility, make it one of Nicaragua's top tourist destinations. The city has long been a center for commerce, but today its economy depends heavily on tourism. The city is the sixth largest in Nicaragua and a real estate boom in the early 2000's brought a large number of expats to the town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua, and The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrand Cayman $214Granada $40
The average daily cost (per person) in Grand Cayman is $214, while the average daily cost in Granada is $40. 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 Grand Cayman and Granada in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrand Cayman $150Granada $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrand Cayman $300Granada $34
Compare Hotels in Grand Cayman and Granada
Looking for a hotel in Grand Cayman or Granada? 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: Grand Cayman Hotel Prices and Granada Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grand Cayman $31Granada $8.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $53
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $53
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $53
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $106
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Granada:
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Airport or Hotels in Granada: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Grand Cayman or Granada?
Prices for flights to both Granada and Grand Cayman 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 dayGrand Cayman $39Granada $14
Typical Food Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of dining costs in Granada are as follows:
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Pizza$2.29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grand Cayman $41Granada $10
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- West Bay Sightseeing Tour Plus Seven Mile Beach Visit: $45
- Stingraycity Adventure: $69
- Starfish and Stingray City Fun Tour with Reef Snorkeling- 3 stops: $69
- Stingray City Experience Plus One Snorkeling Stop: $69
- Stingray City Sandbar, Coral Gardens and 7-Mile Beach Tour: $70
- Stingray City Experience Plus Two Snorkeling Stops on Grand Cayman: $75
- Stingrays, Starfish and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
- Cayman Adventure: Starfish Point, Stingray City and Coral Gardens: $99
- West Island Guided Tour with Entry Tickets: $120
Typical Entertainment Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Granada are as follows:
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Lago de Nicaragua Boat Tour$8.17
Tours and Activities in Granada
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Granada are as follows:
- Bird Watching Tour: $90
- Boat Tour and Granada City Tour: $120
- Charming Granada Outdoor "Private Tour" : $92
- Experience Granadas Best Sights Carriage ride + Local Guide: $65
- Fabulous Night Tour in Masaya Volcano from Granada: $158
- From Full-Day Tour to 6 Attractions with Lunch incl: $125
- Full Day Tour Isletas + Pueblos Blancos + Laguna from Granada: $120
- Full Day Tour in Granada with Volcano Visit: $224
- Full-Day Tour: Masaya Volcano, Art Market and White Villages: $60
- Granada City Tour: $40
- Granada Colonial City Tour and Masaya Volcano: $130
- Granada Kayak Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrand Cayman $13Granada $7.50
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
Typical Alcohol Prices in Granada
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Granada:
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Tequila$1.36
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grand Cayman and Granada, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Granada much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands and Granada 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 Granada would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Granada 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman than you might in Granada.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grand Cayman Expensive? and Is Granada Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Grand Cayman or Granada?
Granada has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Grand Cayman and Granada, 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.
When is the best time to visit Grand Cayman or Granada?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Granada in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Grand Cayman as well as Granada. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Granada throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Granada. Grand Cayman receives a lot of rain in the summer. Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in July than Granada. Grand Cayman gets 179 mm (7 in) of rain, while Granada receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Grand Cayman is around the same temperature as Granada in the summer. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Granada fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGrand Cayman 28°C (83°F)Granada 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Granada in the Autumn?
Both Granada and Grand Cayman are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Granada because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Granada. It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. In October, Grand Cayman usually receives more rain than Granada. Grand Cayman gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Granada receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Grand Cayman is around the same temperature as Granada. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Grand Cayman in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Granada averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGrand Cayman 27°C (81°F)Granada 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Granada in the Winter?
Both Granada and Grand Cayman during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Granada year-round.
Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in January than Granada. Grand Cayman gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Granada receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Grand Cayman is generally around the same temperature as Granada. Daily temperatures in Grand Cayman average around 24°C (76°F), and Granada fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGrand Cayman 24°C (76°F)Granada 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Granada in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Grand Cayman and Granada. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round. Granada attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Grand Cayman usually receives more rain than Granada. Grand Cayman gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Granada receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Grand Cayman is cooler than Granada in the spring. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Granada fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGrand Cayman 26°C (79°F)Granada 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Granada and Grand Cayman
| Grand Cayman | Granada | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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.