Should you visit Isla Mujeres or La Paz?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Isla Mujeres and La Paz. 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. So, let's dig into it.
Isla Mujeres
About eight miles from the east coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, Isla Mujeres is an island in the Mexican Caribbean Sea. The town, of the same name, has a population of about 13,000. Tourism has grown in the area since the 1970s and today it is a significant part of the island's economy. As such, there are plenty of amenities that cater specifically to visitors. The island's proximity to Cuba make it a common transit point for Cubans in route to the United States.
La Paz
La Paz is the capital of Baja California Sur, Mexico. It has a population of about 215,000 people and is a significant commercial center for the region. The city has a good economy and a high standard of living when compared to much of Mexico. Much of the economy is focused on eco-tourism and there are many protected marine environments in the area.
Which city is cheaper, La Paz or Isla Mujeres?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Isla Mujeres is $98, while the average daily cost in La Paz is $78. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Isla Mujeres and La Paz in more detail.
Accommodation
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about $104 for a double occupancy room in Isla Mujeres.
The average price for accommodation for two people in La Paz is $68. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
Food
In Isla Mujeres travelers spend around $31 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
The average traveler spends about $25 per day in La Paz for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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Food
Meals for one day
Isla Mujeres $31
La Paz $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Isla Mujeres
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Isla Mujeres.
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Private Deluxe Lobster Dinner In A Catamaran:
$1,600
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Isla Mujeres is $23 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
The average price of local transportation around La Paz is $14 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Isla Mujeres
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Isla Mujeres:
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Private Catamaran To Isla Mujeres And Transfer:
$1,520
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Paz
Some specific examples of transportation prices in La Paz:
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Transfer in Private Vehicle from La Paz City to La Paz El Alto Airport:
$20
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Day Transfer from Airport to Hotel and Cable Car:
$20
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Departure Private Transfer La Paz City to La Paz Airport LPB by Minibus:
$25
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Departure Private Transfer La Paz City to La Paz Airport LPB by S-Cross Sx4:
$25
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Departure Private Transfer La Paz City to La Paz Airport LPB by Minibus:
$25
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Airport Transfer In_ Day:
$25
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Airport Transfer In_night:
$25
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Airport Transfer Out_day:
$25
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Airport Transfer Out_night:
$25
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Bus Station Transfer Out_day:
$25
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Bus Station Transfer Out_night:
$25
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Bus Station Transfer In_day:
$25
Is it cheaper to fly into Isla Mujeres or La Paz?
Prices for flights to both La Paz and Isla Mujeres 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.
Entertainment
Isla Mujeres's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $14 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
La Paz's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $8.28 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Tours and Activities in Isla Mujeres
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Isla Mujeres are as follows:
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Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour with Lunch Included:
$45
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Street Art of Isla Mujeres Tour:
$60
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Isla Mujeres Snorkeling Tour:
$63
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Isla Mujeres walking tour for Beach & Sun lovers!:
$75
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Cancun: Isla Mujeres Snorkel Tour with Ferry Ride and Lunch:
$75
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Luxury Catamaran tour to isla mujeres with transportation from Tulum:
$108
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Tulum & Playa del Carmen Combo Tour with Catamaran Adventure:
$115
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From Cancun: Swim with Whale Sharks Tour:
$125
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2020 SPECIAL!! 2 Tank Adventures Drift and Wreck dives:
$125
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Scuba Diving Adventure without Certification! Try it today!:
$165
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Private and Shared Whale Shark Tour from Tulum:
$180
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The Best of Isla Mujeres Walking Tour:
$409
Tours and Activities in La Paz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for La Paz are as follows:
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Virtual City Tour - La Paz:
$4.00
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La Paz City Walking Tour Including Historical Streets:
$5.00
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La Paz City Walking Tour:
$5.00
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La Paz Walking Tour:
$5.00
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Cable Car Tour of La Paz:
$8.00
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La Paz city, nomad bohemian tour:
$10
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Titicaca Lake - Bus Ticket - From La Paz City - Ow:
$12
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Cable Car, Cementery, Shaman and El Alto Adventure in La Paz:
$17
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Private Cable Car City Tour:
$18
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Full Day Tiwanaku Archeological Site Shared Tour:
$20
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Bus City Tour Sightseeing La Paz:
$23
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Tiwanaku and Puma Punku - Shared Tour -:
$23
Alcohol
The average person spends about $17 on alcoholic beverages in Isla Mujeres per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
The average person spends about $8.25 on alcoholic beverages in La Paz per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
Sample the Local Flavors in Isla Mujeres
Also in Isla Mujeres, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
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Isla Mujeres Golf Cart Bar Crawl:
$121
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Isla Mujeres and La Paz, we can see that Isla Mujeres is more expensive. And not only is La Paz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to La Paz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Paz 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 Isla Mujeres would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Isla Mujeres than you might in La Paz.
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