Which place is cheaper, Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays?
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 Whitsundays. 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 Whitsundays?
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).
Whitsundays
Just off the coast of Queensland, Australia is a cluster of 74 different islands. These islands, the Whitsunday Islands, welcome over a half a million visitors every year to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Great Barrier Reef.
As one of the most famous destinations in the world, it's not uncommon to see expensive yachts sailing around among the private ferries. Most of the islands are designated as national parks with access to snorkeling and diving in the coral reefs, or just to lay in the sand on the famous Whitehaven Beach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Vietnam, The Best Historical Tours in Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Melbourne, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Australia.
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Hoi An Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHoi An $51Whitsundays $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Hoi An is $51, while the average daily cost in Whitsundays is $155. 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 Whitsundays in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHoi An $20Whitsundays $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHoi An $40Whitsundays $138
Compare Hotels in Hoi An and Whitsundays
Looking for a hotel in Hoi An or Whitsundays? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hoi An $18Whitsundays $55
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: $7.09
Is it cheaper to fly into Hoi An or Whitsundays?
Prices for flights to both Whitsundays 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 $16Whitsundays $52
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 Whitsundays
For Whitsundays, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hamilton Island: Whitsundays Sunset Dinner Cruise: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hoi An $12Whitsundays $25
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:
- Cruiseship Tour to MY SON HOLYLAND - DA NANG CITY From Chan May or Tien Sa Port: $179
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & DA NANG City: $154
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & HOI AN City: $154
- 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
- Hoi An Experience 3 Hours Wood Carving Class with Local Artist: $47
- 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
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $150
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $180
- My Son - Hoi An Full Day Private Tour With Meals: $75
Tours and Activities in Whitsundays
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Whitsundays.
- Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure: $164
- MILADY Whitsundays 2-Night Private Yacht Sailing Cruise: $4,953
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHoi An $8.59Whitsundays $12
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 Whitsundays, we can see that Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays is in Pacific, 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 Whitsundays would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Whitsundays 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 Whitsundays Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hoi An or Whitsundays?
Whitsundays has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hoi An experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hoi An or Whitsundays in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hoi An and Whitsundays. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hoi An year-round.
Hoi An is a little warmer than Whitsundays in the summer. The daily temperature in Hoi An averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Whitsundays this time of the year. In Hoi An, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hoi An usually receives less sunshine than Whitsundays during summer. Hoi An gets 242 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 285 hours of full sun in the summer.
Whitsundays receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Hoi An usually receives less rain than Whitsundaysin January. Hoi An gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 331 mm (13 in) of rain each month for the summer. February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. Also, September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHoi An 29°C (85°F)Whitsundays 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Whitsundays in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hoi An as well as Whitsundays. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Hoi An is a little warmer than Whitsundays. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hoi An in October average around 25°C (78°F), and Whitsundays averages at about 23°C (73°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Whitsundays. In the autumn, Hoi An often gets less sunshine than Whitsundaysin April. Hoi An gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 207 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Whitsundays. Hoi An receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hoi An usually gets more rain in October than Whitsundaysin April. Hoi An gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHoi An 25°C (78°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Whitsundays in the Winter?
Both Whitsundays and Hoi An are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year.
In January, Hoi An is generally a little warmer than Whitsundaysin July. Daily temperatures in Hoi An average around 22°C (71°F), and Whitsundays fluctuates around 16°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Whitsundays. Hoi An usually receives less sunshine than Whitsundays during winter. Hoi An gets 136 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Hoi An. In January, Hoi An usually receives more rain than Whitsundaysin July. Hoi An gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Hoi An is February to July. The rainy season in Hoi An is September to January.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHoi An 22°C (71°F)Whitsundays 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Whitsundays in the Spring?
Both Whitsundays and Hoi An during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Hoi An is a little warmer than Whitsundays in the spring. The daily temperature in Hoi An averages around 26°C (80°F) in April, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 23°C (73°F)in October.
In Whitsundays, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Hoi An. In the spring, Hoi An often gets less sunshine than Whitsundaysin October. Hoi An gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 298 hours of full sun.
Hoi An usually gets less rain in April than Whitsundaysin October. Hoi An gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHoi An 26°C (80°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Whitsundays 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) | 26°C (79°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 377 mm (14.8 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
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