Which place is cheaper, Road Town 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 Road Town?
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 Road Town 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 Road Town?
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Manama Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManama $190Road Town $355
The average daily cost (per person) in Manama is $190, while the average daily cost in Road Town is $355. 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 Road Town in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManama $66Road Town $206
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManama $132Road Town $412
Compare Hotels in Manama and Road Town
Looking for a hotel in Manama or Road Town? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manama $30Road Town $33
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Road Town
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Road Town:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Manama or Road Town?
Prices for flights to both Road Town 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 $97Road Town $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manama $34Road Town $91
Typical Entertainment Prices in Road Town
Here are a few typical costs in Road Town for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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1 Hr Horseback Ride in Sage Mt. Nat'l Pk$100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManama $11Road Town $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manama and Road Town, we can see that Road Town is more expensive. And not only is Manama much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Manama is in Middle East and Road Town 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 Manama would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manama 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 Road Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Road Town than you might in Manama.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manama Expensive? and Is Road Town Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manama or Road Town?
Manama has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Road Town. When comparing the sizes of Manama and Road Town, 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.