Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Montego Bay?
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 Montego Bay or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
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.
Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
An island of the Caribbean Netherlands, St. Eustatius, sometimes called Statia, is a small, relatively unknown destination to the greater tourist areas of the Caribbean. As a result, however, it is its own treasure consisting of a dormant volcano known as the Quill and featuring a lush rainforest, narrow volcanic beaches, many dive sites, and a quaint harbor town.
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Montego Bay Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontego Bay $259Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225
The average daily cost (per person) in Montego Bay is $259, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225. 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontego Bay $102Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontego Bay $204Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184
Compare Hotels in Montego Bay and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Looking for a hotel in Montego Bay or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montego Bay $15Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- 2727lounge/Magarativille/Pier1 & taboo nightlife private transfer: $45
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to any Resort in Montego Bay: $14
- Ahhh Ras Natango Gallery and Garden Private Transfer: $97
- Airport (MBJ) Round Trip Transfer in Montego Bay: $60
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfers, to Montego Bay Airbnb & Resorts: $53
- Airport Private Round Trip Transfer: $30
- Airport Transfer: $80
- Airport Transfer From Kingston: $200
- Airport Transfer MBJ Montego Bay to Kingston: $150
- Airport Transfer Montego Bay Hotels: $120
- Airport Transfer Riu Montego / Reggae / Palace: $40
- Airport Transfer Negril Hotels: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $42
- Shared or Private St Kitts Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $42
- Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
- One Way Transfer to South Friars Bay Beach: $50
- St. Kitts Beach Transfers Round trip: $67
- One Way Transfer to Reggae and Cockleshell Beaches: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Montego Bay or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Prices for flights to both Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 $142Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89
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 Dining Experience in Montego Bay: $40
- Dinner or Lunch with Pickup from Montego Bay: $50
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $60
- Mystic Lagoon Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Lagoon Swim: $85
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica: $117
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $135
- Jamaican Seafood Street Food Tour from Montego Bay, Falmouth: $150
- Sunset Boat Cruise and Luminous Lagoon with Dinner and Transfer: $150
- Private Beach Day and Street Food Tour from Montego Bay: $170
- Restaurant Transportation for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Montego Bay: $180
- Authentic Jamaican Cooking Experience in the Mountain from mobay: $210
- PRIVATE Food Tour of Local Jamaican Cuisine Montego Bay & Negril: $210
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).
- St.Kitts Downtown Basseterre Walking Food Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montego Bay $32Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37
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$2.68
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Snorkeling Trip$19
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One Tank Dive$38
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$43
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- Blue Hole Adventure and Shopping Experience with Transportation: $20
- Lethe Rafting And Margaritaville Tour from Montego Bay: $20
- Jamaica Bamboo Rafting Experience with Lime Stone Massage: $20
- Margaritaville Hip-Strip and Great River Rafting Private Tour: $20
- Montego Bay Beach Day Experience: $20
- Montego Bay Bamboo Rafting and Hip Strip Private Tour: $22
- Cinnamon Hill Great House Tour: Home of Johnny Cash: $23
- Montego Bay Private Shopping Tour with Hotel Pickup: $30
- Private Tour Souvenir Shopping in Montego Bay: $30
- VR Experience in Montego Bay: $30
- Rose Hall Great House and Garden Tour Ticket: $30
- Adventure and Activity Based Music and Nightlife and Nature: $30
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Capital and Beach Tour of St. Kitts and Nevis: $37
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of St Kitts: $40
- St Kitts Top Sights Open Air Safari Tour with Beach Time: $45
- Ken's Panoramic Tour: $50
- City Tour and Beach Escape: $50
- City Tour, Timothy Hill Lookout and South Friars Beach: $55
- Full Island Private Tour: $60
- Rainforest Tours in St. Kitts: $62
- St. Kitts Sea Glass Adventure and Volcanic Black Sand Beach Day: $65
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $66
- St Kitts Rainforest Tour: $67
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontego Bay $13Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26
When comparing the travel costs between Montego Bay and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), we can see that Montego Bay 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. Since both cities are in Caribbean Islands, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montego Bay or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius). When comparing the sizes of Montego Bay and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), 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.