Which place is cheaper, Montanita or Nassau?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nassau or Montanita?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nassau or Montanita, 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: Nassau or Montanita?
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
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.
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 dayNassau $189Montanita $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Nassau is $189, while the average daily cost in Montanita is $96. 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 Nassau and Montanita in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNassau $109Montanita $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNassau $218Montanita $82
Compare Hotels in Nassau and Montanita
Looking for a hotel in Nassau or Montanita? 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: Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nassau $32Montanita $39
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.02
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Nassau Roundtrip Transfer by Limousine to Paradise Island: $360
- Round-Trip Airport Transfer by Limousine: $360
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Lynden Pindling Airport (NAS): Round-Trip Nassau Transfer: $252
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Paradise Island: $251
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Paradise Island: $247
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $243
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Cable Beach: $243
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $243
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $243
- Private Roundtrip Luxury SUV Transfer: $240
- Paradise Island Private Roundtrip Transfer by Sedan: $207
Is it cheaper to fly into Nassau or Montanita?
Prices for flights to both Montanita and Nassau 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 dayNassau $53Montanita $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Island Food Tour: $140
- Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nassau $37Montanita $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- 2 Hours Sip and Snorkeling Experience in Bahamas: $150
- 3 Hour Eco-Glide Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 3 Hour Island Tour: Swimming with Pigs, Turtles, and Snorkeling: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
- ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $259
- ATV Island Tour with Beach Break, Lunch, and Pick-up/Drop-off: $199
- ATV Island Tour(Beach Break+Lunch+Free Pickup/Drop Off: $188
- ATV tours by RSR: $230
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNassau $19Montanita $7.86
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $135
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nassau and Montanita, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Montanita much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nassau is in Caribbean Islands and Montanita is in South 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 Montanita would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Montanita 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau than you might in Montanita.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nassau Expensive? and Is Montanita Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Nassau or Montanita?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Nassau or Montanita in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Nassau as well as Montanita. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montanita throughout the year.
Nassau receives a lot of rain in the summer. Nassau usually gets more rain in July than Montanita. Nassau gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Montanita receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. In the summer, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Montanita. Nassau gets 273 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montanita receives 107 hours of full sun.
In July, Nassau is generally around the same temperature as Montanita. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 28°C (82°F), and Montanita fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNassau 28°C (82°F)Montanita 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Montanita in the Autumn?
Both Montanita and Nassau are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Montanita because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. In October, Nassau usually receives more rain than Montanita. Nassau gets 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Montanita receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Montanita during autumn. Nassau gets 223 hours of sunny skies, while Montanita receives 117 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Nassau is around the same temperature as Montanita in the autumn. The daily temperature in Nassau averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Montanita fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNassau 26°C (79°F)Montanita 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Montanita in the Winter?
Both Montanita and Nassau during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montanita year-round.
Nassau usually gets less rain in January than Montanita. Nassau gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Montanita receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Nassau. In the winter, Nassau often gets more sunshine than Montanita. Nassau gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montanita receives 88 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Nassau is cooler than Montanita. Typically, the winter temperatures in Nassau in January average around 21°C (70°F), and Montanita averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNassau 21°C (70°F)Montanita 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Nassau or Montanita in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Nassau and Montanita. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round. Montanita attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Nassau usually receives around the same amount of rain as Montanita. Nassau gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Montanita receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. Nassau usually receives more sunshine than Montanita during spring. Nassau gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Montanita receives 133 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Nassau is generally cooler than Montanita. Daily temperatures in Nassau average around 23°C (74°F), and Montanita fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNassau 23°C (74°F)Montanita 27°C (81°F)
Typical Weather for Montanita and Nassau
| Nassau | Montanita | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Feb | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
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