Which place is cheaper, Port-au-Prince or Montanita?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Montanita or Port-au-Prince?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Montanita or Port-au-Prince, 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: Montanita or Port-au-Prince?
Montanita
Montanita is a small village located on Manglaralto parish along the southern coast of Ecuador. The Pacific Coast of Ecuador is lined with beach towns, either small villages with local fisherman or larger towns more set up for foreign travellers like Montanita. With one of the best beaches in Ecuador, one of the best surf breaks in the region, and a great laid-back atmosphere Montanita is a great little getaway, especially for the hippies of the world. It has also become a popular weekend destination for English teachers and Spanish students coming from Guayaquil and Quito. The beachfront village of Montanita has a laid-back atmosphere and steady stream of cosmopolitan backpackers, with as many South Americans as gringos.
Port-au-Prince
Port-au-Prince is the capital city and most-populous city of Haiti. The metropolitan area is divided into several districts with access to a number of landmarks and museums, as well as a lively cultural scene.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontanita $96Port-au-Prince $28
The average daily cost (per person) in Montanita is $96, while the average daily cost in Port-au-Prince is $28. 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 Montanita and Port-au-Prince in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontanita $41Port-au-Prince $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontanita $82Port-au-Prince $44
Compare Hotels in Montanita and Port-au-Prince
Looking for a hotel in Montanita or Port-au-Prince? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montanita $39Port-au-Prince $4.73
Is it cheaper to fly into Montanita or Port-au-Prince?
Prices for flights to both Port-au-Prince and Montanita 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 dayMontanita $28Port-au-Prince $3.69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montanita $31Port-au-Prince $0.76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontanita $7.86Port-au-Prince $0.20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montanita and Port-au-Prince, we can see that Montanita is more expensive. And not only is Port-au-Prince much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montanita is in South America and Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port-au-Prince 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 Montanita would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montanita than you might in Port-au-Prince.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montanita Expensive? and Is Port-au-Prince 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.