Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Kingston?
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 Kingston or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Kingston or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
An island of the Caribbean Netherlands, St. Eustatius, sometimes called Statia, is a small, relatively unknown destination to the greater tourist areas of the Caribbean. As a result, however, it is its own treasure consisting of a dormant volcano known as the Quill and featuring a lush rainforest, narrow volcanic beaches, many dive sites, and a quaint harbor town.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225. 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 Kingston and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $62Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $124Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)? 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: Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfer to Ocho Rios Airbnb Home, Resorts: $133
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston Airport: $19
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Montego Bay: $69
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Negril: $79
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Port Antonio: $47
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Jamaica Airport Transfers and Tours: $40
- Airport transfers One Way to all hotels - private: $79
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande: $200
- Kingston Airport Transfers Private Taxi Service***: $20
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $167
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
- Shared or Private St Kitts Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $42
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $42
- St. Kitts Beach Transfers Round trip: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Prices for flights to both Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Kingston 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 dayKingston $45Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).
- St.Kitts Downtown Basseterre Walking Food Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
- Bunny Lee Museum and Recording Studio Admission Ticket: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Kingston Creative: Mural Art Walking Tour: $31
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Guided Bar Hopping Tour with VIP Speakeasy Entry: $40
- Rhythmic Walking Music Tour: $40
- Judgement Yard Tour: $50
- Sugar Minott's Youth Promotion Studio Tour: $50
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios: $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Capital and Beach Tour of St. Kitts and Nevis: $37
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of St Kitts: $40
- St Kitts Top Sights Open Air Safari Tour with Beach Time: $45
- Ken's Panoramic Tour: $50
- City Tour and Beach Escape: $50
- St Kitts 2 Hour Heritage and Coastal Tour with Drinks: $50
- City Tour, Timothy Hill Lookout and South Friars Beach: $55
- Rainforest Tours in St. Kitts: $62
- St.Kitts Big Banana Half Day Island Tour with Beach Time & Drinks: $65
- St. Kitts Sea Glass Adventure and Volcanic Black Sand Beach Day: $65
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $66
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Worthy Park Estate Rum Distillery Tour with Tasting: $144
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), we can see that Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kingston Expensive? and Is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 850 times larger than the population of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius). When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), 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.