Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Hobart?
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 Hobart or Roatan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hobart and Roatan can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hobart or Roatan?
Hobart
Hobart is the capital city of the Australian island state of Tasmania. It is small compared to the mainland's larger cities and has a cooler climate with four distinct seasons. Hobart is also the second oldest capital, behind Sydney, with remnants of its past visible in old sandstone warehouses now home to cafes and galleries, as well as a historic district with narrow lanes and colonial-era cottages.
Roatan
Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in Australia, The Best Eco Tours in Australia, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHobart $169Roatan $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Hobart is $169, while the average daily cost in Roatan is $42. 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 Hobart and Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHobart $83Roatan $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHobart $166Roatan $20
Compare Hotels in Hobart and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Hobart or Roatan? 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: Hobart Hotel Prices and Roatan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hobart $31Roatan $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hobart
Also for Hobart, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hobart Airport: Express Bus Transfer to Hobart City: $15
- Grand Cayman Shared Airport Transfer: $40
- Hobart Intl Airport (HBA) to Hobart - Arrival Private Transfer: $50
- Hobart Intl Airport (HBA) to Hobart - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $99
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $149
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $149
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Owen Roberts Airport to George Town Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi$3.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $153
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, City Tour and Transfer: $130
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $123
- South Side Horseback Riding, Beach Break & Roundway Transfer: $120
- Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $113
- Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel: $110
- Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $99
- West Bay Beach Day Pass & Private Transfer – Roatán: $89
- Let's Go Native Roatan City Cultural Tour, Transfer: $80
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan - Arrival Private Transfer: $57
- Ultimate West Bay Beach Day: Pass & Transfers Included: $55
- Transfers to West End by night from hotels in West Bay or Sandy Bay: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Hobart or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan and Hobart 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 dayHobart $54Roatan $15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hobart
For Hobart, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hobart Half Day Wine and Food Tour: $135
- Hobart Full Day Wine and Food Tour: $214
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Roatan Cooking Class and Cultural Experience: $125
- Cooking classes from a Local!: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hobart $25Roatan $25
Tours and Activities in Hobart
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hobart.
- kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus - One Way Tour: $21
- Admission Ticket to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary: $23
- Morning River Cruise: $23
- Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart: $25
- 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket: $30
- Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: $32
- kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus- Return Tour (2.5 hours): $36
- Port Arthur and Tasman Sights with Harbour Cruise: $36
- 48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: $36
- From Mt Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hour Small Group Tour: $36
- Mt Wellington Ultimate Afternoon Tour: $40
- 3-Hour City Sightseeing Tour: $40
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- 1 Stop Snorkel Adventure with Beach Break: $45
- 2 Hour Zip Lining Private Tour in Mahogany Bay: $65
- 3-Hours Private Tour in Roatan with Pick Up: $66
- 4 Hours Private Tour with Snorkel Experience in Roatan: $50
- ATV & community adventure, Mangrove tour, food tasting and Beach: $139
- ATV Adventure , Zip Line , Horseback Ride Combo Tour: $175
- ATV-Off Road + Roatan City Tour: $120
- Atv Island Tour: $140
- Catamaran Cruise, Open Bar, Food and Snorkeling: $165
- Cruise Friendly Sloths, Monkeys JungleZipline Adventure in Roatán: $125
- Cruise Ship Family Chocolate Factory, Sloths & Monkeys, Beach, Transportation: $70
- Cruise Travelers West Bay Beach Break with Island Tour in Roatan: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHobart $17Roatan $6.56
Sample the Local Flavors in Hobart
Also in Hobart, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Cascade Brewery Historic Tour: $17
- Cascade Brewery Experience: $26
- Cascade Brewery Tour: $29
- LARK Distillery Tour: $49
- 7- 8 Hour StelaVino Guided Wine Tours From Hobart, Tasmania: $132
- Signature Saturday Wine Tour: $135
- Signature Wine Tour - Hobart & SE Tasmania: $145
- Richmond and Wine Tour: $156
- Coal River Valley Wine Tour: $161
- Moorilla's Big Day Out at Mona - Wine Tasting and Lunch: $165
- Tasmania: Private Distillers Reserve Distillery Tour: $224
Sample the Local Flavors in Roatan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Roatan:
- Bar Crawl Tour in West End Village by Pedibike- Let the Good Times Roll: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hobart and Roatan, we can see that Hobart is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hobart is in Pacific and Roatan 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 Roatan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Roatan 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 Hobart would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hobart than you might in Roatan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hobart Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hobart or Roatan?
Hobart has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Hobart and Roatan, 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.
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.