Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) or Roatan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nadi (Port Denarau) or Roatan, 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) or Roatan?
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
Roatan
Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNadi (Port Denarau) $201Roatan $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $201, while the average daily cost in Roatan is $42. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) and Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNadi (Port Denarau) $108Roatan $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNadi (Port Denarau) $216Roatan $20
Compare Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau) and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Nadi (Port Denarau) or Roatan? 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices and Roatan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.93Roatan $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Private Transfer-Nadi International Airport to Hotels: $7.02
- Private VIP Transfers - All Hotels to Nadi International Airport: $8.89
- Private Departure Transfer To Nadi Airport From Your Hotel: $9.36
- Private Shuttle Transfer to Nadi International Airport: $9.36
- Private Departure Transfer From Your Hotel To Nadi Airport (cfc approved): $9.36
- Shared Transfer from Nadi Airport Fiji to Nadi area hotels: $9.36
- Shared Transfer To Nadi Airport from Denarau Resorts: $9.36
- Shared Transfers from Airport to Denarau: $12
- Private Transfer from Nadi Intl Airport to Sheraton Fiji Resort: $12
- Port Denarau Island from Your Resort (Private Transfer): $12
- Private Departure Transfer to Nadi Airport from Your Hotel: $12
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to All Denarau Hotels: $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi$3.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Ultimate West Bay Beach Day: Pass & Transfers Included: $55
- Roatan Island hotels to Mahogany Bay Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $62
- Mayan Eden Eco Park, Chocolate Factory & Transfer: $65
- Roatan West Bay Beach Break with Roundtrip Transfer: $75
- Let's Go Native Roatan City Cultural Tour, Transfer: $80
- Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $99
- Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel: $110
- Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $114
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $123
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, City Tour and Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $154
- Roatan Buggy Adventure, Snorkeling, Beach Pass plus Private Transfer: $207
Is it cheaper to fly into Nadi (Port Denarau) or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 dayNadi (Port Denarau) $70Roatan $15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nadi (Port Denarau).
- Capt Cook Cruises Super Saver Combo: Day Sail + Dinner Cruise: $204
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Private Roundtrip Transfer to West End for Dinner and Nightlife: $70
- Cooking classes from a Local!: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $33Roatan $25
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- FIJI: Official Tifajek Mud Pool and Hot Spring Tour: $34
- FIJI: Official Sabeto Hotspring and Mudpool Tour: $37
- garden of the sleeping giant and mudpool tour combo: $42
- Sabeto Waterfall Tour (Nadi): $60
- Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Pool Tour: $75
- Finding Nemo - Half Day Cruise to South Sea Island: $76
- Nadi Sightseeing & Mud Pool Tour: $79
- Cultural Night Tour: $82
- Private Tour: Hot spings & Sleeping Giant Garden hiking Adventure: $82
- Nadi Heritage Tour: $84
- Discover Nadi Tour: $86
- Garden of Sleeping Giant with Sabeto Hotspring Mudpool Tour: $87
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- Organized trips and adventures: $26
- Roatan Fun Bus Group Sightseeing Island Private Tour: $37
- Roatan Private and Public Action Snorkel Tours and Charters: $39
- Roatan Island Tours, Sightseeing and Shopping Adventures: $39
- Roatán Ron and Chocolate Custom Tour.: $40
- Half Day Roatan Sightseeing and Jungle Island Tour: $41
- Roatan Zipline & Eco walk/Suspension Bridge Combo Tours: $43
- Customizable Island Tour While on Roatan: $45
- Roatan Jungle Top Wildlife Guided Eco-Park Tour: $45
- Roatán Private costume Tour Chocolate Rum Culture & Local Snacks: $45
- Roatan Private Tour , Culture and Views Experience: $45
- Customizable Best Of Roatan Island Tour in Honduras: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNadi (Port Denarau) $12Roatan $6.56
Sample the Local Flavors in Roatan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Roatan:
- Bar Crawl Tour in West End Village by Pedibike- Let the Good Times Roll: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nadi (Port Denarau) and Roatan, we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific and Roatan is in Central 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 Roatan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Roatan 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) than you might in Roatan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Roatan?
Nadi (Port Denarau) has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Nadi (Port Denarau) and Roatan, 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.