Which place is cheaper, Hope or Montego Bay?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Montego Bay or Hope?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montego Bay and Hope 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: Montego Bay or Hope?
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
Hope
Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontego Bay $203Hope $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Montego Bay is $203, while the average daily cost in Hope is $31. 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 Montego Bay and Hope in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontego Bay $104Hope $8.89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontego Bay $208Hope $18
Compare Hotels in Montego Bay and Hope
Looking for a hotel in Montego Bay or Hope? 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: Montego Bay Hotel Prices and Hope Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montego Bay $15Hope -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Airport To Ocho Rios: $267
- Blue Hole and Horseback Riding from Montego Bay with Transfers: $265
- Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Kingston Hotels: $245
- Private Transfer to Island Gully Falls: $240
- Black River and YS Falls Adventure with Transfer: $235
- Chevy Suburban Montego Bay Airport Transfer: $225
- Private Transfer to Kingston: $215
- Private Transfer From Montego Bay Area or Airport MBJ to Kingston: $215
- Kingston Airport Transfer (Montego bay,Negril,Ocho rio): $214
- Airport Transfer From Kingston : $200
- Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Kingston Hotels: $195
- Negril Hotel Private Transfer Service: $190
Is it cheaper to fly into Montego Bay or Hope?
Prices for flights to both Hope and Montego Bay 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 dayMontego Bay $84Hope $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Lunch or Dinner with Pickup from Montego Bay : $81
- Rick’s Cafe Cliff Diving, Sunset & Dinner Tour with Transportation : $130
- Dinner or lunch at pier one Montego bay Food Tour: $144
- Sunset Boat Cruise in Falmouth Luminous Lagoon, Swim and Dinner : $170
- Private Beach Day and Street Food Tour from Montego Bay: $170
- Restaurant Transportation for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Montego Bay: $180
- Houseboat Restaurant and Grill for Dinner Private Transportation : $180
- [PRIVATE] Premium Jamaican Food Tour of Local Cuisine: $190
- Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting & Luminous Lagoon Sunset, Swim& Dinner: $280
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montego Bay $32Hope -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach$2.74
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Snorkeling Trip$19
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One Tank Dive$38
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$44
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- ATV, Bamboo Rafting, and Horseback Ride Tour From Montego Bay: $173
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Pelican Bar Customize Tour: $120
- Bioluminescence Lagoon tour from Montego Bay with Pick Up: $105
- Blue Hole Adventure Tour : $120
- Catamaran Party Cruise and Snorkeling from Montego Bay: $220
- Dunns River & BlueHole Tour Includes Entry Fees: $289
- Falmouth Mystic from Montego Bay Luminous Lagoon Night Tour: $90
- Green Grotto Cave Private Tour: $115
- Horseback Riding and Tour from Montego Bay : $230
- Luminous Lagoon Night Tour from Montego Bay: $118
- Montego Bay Bamboo Rafting and Limestone Foot Massage River Tour: $110
- Montego Bay Jamaica Private Jet Ski And ATV experience: $120
Tours and Activities in Hope
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hope.
- Vancouver to Sun Peaks 2 days outdoor adventure tour: $1,242
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontego Bay $13Hope $10
Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Appleton Estate Admission Ticket & Distillery Tour with Tastings: $39
- Montego Bay Pub Crawl To Negril and Rick's Cafe: $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montego Bay and Hope, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montego Bay is in Caribbean Islands and Hope is in North America, 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 Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Hope.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montego Bay Expensive? and Is Hope Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montego Bay or Hope?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Montego Bay and Hope, 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.
When is the best time to visit Montego Bay or Hope?
Hope has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Montego Bay or Hope in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Montego Bay as well as Hope. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Montego Bay is generally much warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in Montego Bay average around 28°C (82°F), and Hope fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Montego Bay usually gets more rain in July than Hope. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Hope receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMontego Bay 28°C (82°F)Hope 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Hope in the Autumn?
Both Hope and Montego Bay are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
Montego Bay is much warmer than Hope in the autumn. The daily temperature in Montego Bay averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Hope fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. It's quite rainy in Montego Bay. In October, Montego Bay usually receives less rain than Hope. Montego Bay gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Hope receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMontego Bay 27°C (81°F)Hope 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Hope in the Winter?
Both Hope and Montego Bay during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Hope in the winter. In the winter, Montego Bay is much warmer than Hope. Typically, the winter temperatures in Montego Bay in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Hope averages at about 3°C (37°F).
Hope gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Montego Bay usually gets less rain in January than Hope. Montego Bay gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Hope receives 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMontego Bay 24°C (75°F)Hope 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Hope in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Montego Bay and Hope. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
In April, Montego Bay is generally much warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in Montego Bay average around 25°C (77°F), and Hope fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Hope receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Montego Bay usually receives less rain than Hope. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Hope receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMontego Bay 25°C (77°F)Hope 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Hope and Montego Bay
| Montego Bay | Hope | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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.