Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Lombok?
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 Lombok or Guatemala City?
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 Lombok and Guatemala City. 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: Lombok or Guatemala City?
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, and The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLombok $54Guatemala City $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Lombok is $54, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is $56. 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 Lombok and Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLombok $26Guatemala City $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLombok $52Guatemala City $48
Compare Hotels in Lombok and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Lombok or Guatemala City? 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: Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lombok $9.92Guatemala City $6.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bangsal Port Transfer: $6.71
- Lombok Airport Transfer: $7.77
- Kuta Lombok Transfer: $9.18
- Private Transfer International Airport Lombok (LOP) To Hotel: $17
- Lombok Private Transfer from or to Airports & Hotel/Ports: $17
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Lombok Cruise Port: $25
- Private Transfer from Lombok Cruise Port to Lombok Airport (LOP): $25
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Lombok Cruise Port: $27
- Private Transfer from Lombok Island Hotels to Lombok Cruise Port: $27
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Koeta: $27
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Batu Payung: $28
- Gili Trawangan, Air, or 1-Way Boat Transfer to Bali: $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Panajachel or Atitlan: $254
- Private Museums Tour with Transfers: $225
- Private Transfers from Guatemala city to Panajachel: $200
- Private transfer - San Pedro la Laguna to Guatemala City: $200
- Private Transfer - Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Puerto Quetzal Port: $200
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Puerto Quetzal Port: $199
- Airport Transfer for Large Groups – Private Bus: $195
- Guatemala Airport (GUA) to San Felipe de Lara - Arrival Transfer: $179
- Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to Quetzaltenango-Arrival Transfer: $160
- Transfer Private Group Airport to Antigua or Viceversa: $120
- Private Transfer from Guatemala Airport GUA to Lake Atitlán: $96
- Private Transfer from Airport to Antigua: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Lombok or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Lombok 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 dayLombok $19Guatemala City $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gili Trawangan: Authentic Indonesian Food Gili Cooking Class: $44
- Kids Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $55
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $70
- Lombok Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $85
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $119
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Guatemala: Wine and Pizza Tasting Experience: $35
- Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $80
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Food Tour Zona 4: Dinner Date Experience: $125
- Pacaya Volcano Private Tour: Nature, Adventure and Pizza: $175
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $195
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza with Great Volcano Views: $205
- Pacaya Volcano. Tour and pizza making on Volcanic Heat: $275
- Puerto Quetzal: Private Tour Pacaya Volcano 4x4 and Pizza: $550
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lombok $9.15Guatemala City $1.23
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- Gili T Island: The Thrilling Sunset Snorkeling Adventure: $16
- Gili Air : Shared Tour with Sea Turtles & Underwater Statues: $18
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Admission Ticket: $20
- Lombok Group Tour | Waterfalls, Jungle Trek & Cultural Experience: $30
- Lombok Rafting Adventure Unforgettable Thrills with Lunch: $31
- Sendang Gile Waterfall, Malimbu, & Pusuk Pass Panorama Tour: $33
- Sasak Villages, Beaches, and Merese Hill Tour: $35
- Lombok Private Day Tour with Local Mate: $42
- Lombok Customize Tour: $43
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Elephant Observation Experience: $43
- Lombok Wildlife Park: Orangutan Observation Experience: $43
- Lombok Waterfalls Sasak Weaving and Sunset Tour: $43
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- 1 Day Lake Atitlan Tour from Guatemala City: $150
- 2-Day Tour: Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlan and Hobbitenango: $299
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $199
- 3 Days Tour in Acatenango Volcano: $265
- 3-Day Antigua Guatemala and Pacaya Volcano Adventure: $256
- 4-Hour Bike Tour Guatemala City: $70
- Antigua + Guatemala City Full Day Tour - History Lovers Favorite: $245
- Antigua City Tour Full Day From Guatemala City: $60
- Antigua City Tour from Guatemala City: $89
- Antigua Guatemala Express Half Day Colonial Charm Tour: $45
- Antigua Guatemala Full Day Tour: $85
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLombok $7.24Guatemala City $6.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City
Also in Guatemala City, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guatemala City Legends Tour + Craft Beers at El Cadejo Brewery: $105
When comparing the travel costs between Lombok and Guatemala City, we can see that Guatemala City is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Lombok is in Asia and Guatemala City is in Central America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lombok Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
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.