Which place is cheaper, Bridgetown or Manama?
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 Manama or Bridgetown?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Manama and Bridgetown can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Manama or Bridgetown?
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Manama Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManama $190Bridgetown $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Manama is $190, while the average daily cost in Bridgetown is $122. 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 Manama and Bridgetown in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManama $66Bridgetown $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManama $132Bridgetown $146
Compare Hotels in Manama and Bridgetown
Looking for a hotel in Manama or Bridgetown? 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: Manama Hotel Prices and Bridgetown Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manama $30Bridgetown $8.48
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bridgetown
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Bridgetown:
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Minibus Ride$0.74
Is it cheaper to fly into Manama or Bridgetown?
Prices for flights to both Bridgetown and Manama 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 dayManama $97Bridgetown $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manama $34Bridgetown $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bridgetown
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Bridgetown are as follows:
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Turtle & Shipwreck Tour$39
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1/2 Hr Helicopter Tour$174
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManama $11Bridgetown $8.54
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manama and Bridgetown, we can see that Manama is more expensive. And not only is Bridgetown much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Manama is in Middle East and Bridgetown 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 Bridgetown would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bridgetown 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 Manama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manama than you might in Bridgetown.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manama Expensive? and Is Bridgetown Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manama or Bridgetown?
Manama has a larger population, and is about 49% larger than the population of Bridgetown. When comparing the sizes of Manama and Bridgetown, 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.