Which place is cheaper, Montego Bay or Hoi An?
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 Hoi An or Montego Bay?
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 Hoi An and Montego Bay. 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: Hoi An or Montego Bay?
Hoi An
Located just south of the city of Da Nang, Hoi An is famous for it's beautiful old town. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unfortunately, since its designation as a World Heritage Site in 1999, mass tourism has grown and the city has felt the growing pains. Most of the homes and shops in the old town are now used for commercial purposes. The city is still quaint, but the old town is lined with tailor shops, souvenir stores, and restaurants. Foreigners are required to purchase a ticket to enter the old town of Hoi An (120,000 VND, about $5).
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Historical Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHoi An $51Montego Bay $255
The average daily cost (per person) in Hoi An is $51, while the average daily cost in Montego Bay is $255. 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 Hoi An and Montego Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHoi An $20Montego Bay $100
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHoi An $40Montego Bay $200
Compare Hotels in Hoi An and Montego Bay
Looking for a hotel in Hoi An or Montego Bay? 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: Hoi An Hotel Prices and Montego Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hoi An $18Montego Bay $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Hoi An are as follows:
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Taxi From Danang to Hoi An$8.34
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Bus From Hoi An Bus Station to Town$0.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hoi An
Also for Hoi An, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hue Private Car with Driver for Customizable Trip & Transfer: $7.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- VIP Luxury Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Montego Bay/ Falmouth: $70
- Transfer Service, Sangster MBJ Airport From/To Iberostar zone: $61
- Sangster Airport Montego Bay Transfer to Montego Bay or Falmouth: $16
- Sandals South Coast Airport Transfer: $80
- Royalton White Sands Private Airport Transfer: $40
- Royalton Blue Waters & Hideaway by Blue Waters Private Transfer: $35
- Roundtrip Montego Bay Airport Private Transfer to Hotel or Airbnb: $22
- Riu Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $169
- Private airport transfer to negril resorts arrival/departure: $17
- Private Transfer/Tours to/from Montego Bay: $60
- Private Transfer to Dunns River Blue Hole Tubing from Montego Bay: $110
- Private Transfer to Dunn's River Falls and Blue Hole: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Hoi An or Montego Bay?
Prices for flights to both Montego Bay and Hoi An 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 dayHoi An $16Montego Bay $139
Typical Food Prices in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Bamboo Village (for Two)$13
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.79
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$7.58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $10
- 3 to 5 Hour Private Herbal Tour Shopping and Dinner at Ricks Cafe: $120
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica : $130
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $150
- Dinner Experience and Celebration on the Beach with Decorations : $158
- PRIVATE Food Tour of Local Jamaican Cuisine Montego Bay & Negril: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hoi An $12Montego Bay $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hoi An
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Hoi An's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Golf (for Two)$140
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Short Boat Ride$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hue : Shuttle bus from Hue to Hoi An and sightseeing: $16
- Hue-Da Nang-Hoi An Bus Tour with English Guide & Sightseeing: $22
- Hue: Half-Day Tour with Optional Dragon Boat Perfume River: $28
- Hoi An Experience 3 Hours Wood Carving Class with Local Artist: $47
- My Son Sanctuary Private Tour - Early Morning or Half Day Tour: $50
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $150
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & HOI AN City: $154
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & DA NANG City: $154
- Cruiseship Tour to MY SON HOLYLAND - DA NANG CITY From Chan May or Tien Sa Port: $179
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $180
- Cruiseship Trip to GOLDEN BRIDGE & MY SON SANCTUARY from CHAN MAY orTIEN SA Port: $189
- Cruiseship Trip to My Son Sanctuary & GOLDEN BRIDGE from TIEN SA orCHAN MAY Port: $200
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach$2.63
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Snorkeling Trip$18
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One Tank Dive$37
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$42
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- Black River Day Adventure Tour: $92
- Dunn’s River Secret falls with Horse-back&Bamboo Raft Experience: $125
- Falmouth Mystic from Montego Bay Luminous Lagoon Night Tour: $90
- Luminous Lagoon Glow in the Dark Boat Tour from Montego Bay: $65
- Luminous Lagoon Night Tour from Montego Bay: $118
- 1 Hour Horse Back Riding & Dunn's River Falls Tour Combo: $240
- 3 Hours Private Highlights Tour & Shopping in Montego Bay Jamaica: $100
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Montego Bay From Falmouth: $75
- 7 Mile Beach & Ricks Cafe with free Shopping experience: $50
- ATV Adventure and Rick's Cafe Tour with Transportation: $238
- ATV Jungle Safari Tour from Montego Bay: $125
- ATV Tour, Limestone Bamboo Rafting and Transportation: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHoi An $8.59Montego Bay $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Hoi An are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hoi An and Montego Bay, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hoi An is in Asia and Montego Bay is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Hoi An.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hoi An Expensive? and Is Montego Bay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hoi An or Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Hoi An and Montego Bay, 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 Hoi An or Montego Bay?
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 Hoi An or Montego Bay in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Hoi An as well as Montego Bay. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
Also, February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. September to January in Hoi An is the rainy season. Hoi An usually gets more rain in July than Montego Bay. Hoi An gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montego Bay. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hoi An this time of the year. In the summer, Hoi An often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Montego Bay. Hoi An gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 257 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Hoi An is around the same temperature as Montego Bay. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hoi An in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHoi An 29°C (85°F)Montego Bay 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Montego Bay in the Autumn?
Both Montego Bay and Hoi An are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montego Bay. It's quite rainy in Hoi An. In October, Hoi An usually receives more rain than Montego Bay. Hoi An gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Montego Bay. Hoi An usually receives less sunshine than Montego Bay during autumn. Hoi An gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 233 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Hoi An is generally around the same temperature as Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Hoi An average around 25°C (78°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHoi An 25°C (78°F)Montego Bay 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Montego Bay in the Winter?
Both Montego Bay and Hoi An during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
February to July is the dry season in Hoi An. September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hoi An. Hoi An usually gets more rain in January than Montego Bay. Hoi An gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Montego Bay, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Hoi An often gets less sunshine than Montego Bay. Hoi An gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 226 hours of full sun.
Hoi An is cooler than Montego Bay in the winter. The daily temperature in Hoi An averages around 22°C (71°F) in January, and Montego Bay fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHoi An 22°C (71°F)Montego Bay 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Montego Bay in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hoi An and Montego Bay. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hoi An year-round. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Hoi An usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Hoi An gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montego Bay this time of the year. In Hoi An, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hoi An usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montego Bay during spring. Hoi An gets 210 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Hoi An is around the same temperature as Montego Bay. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hoi An in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 25°C (77°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHoi An 26°C (80°F)Montego Bay 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Montego Bay and Hoi An
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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