Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Negril?
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 Negril or Antigua Guatemala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Negril and Antigua Guatemala. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Negril or Antigua Guatemala?
Negril
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
Antigua Guatemala
Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala, and The Best Eco Tours in Guatemala.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $153Antigua Guatemala $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala is $73. 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 Negril and Antigua Guatemala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $104Antigua Guatemala $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $208Antigua Guatemala $44
Compare Hotels in Negril and Antigua Guatemala
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Antigua Guatemala? 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: Negril Hotel Prices and Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.56Antigua Guatemala $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:
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Taxi From Airport$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril
Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fun Holiday Beach Resort Montego Bay Airport Transfer: $205
- Private Airport Transfer Montego Bay and Negril: $200
- Grand Palladium Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $200
- Private Airport Transfer Royalton Negril: $200
- Private, Round-Trip Negril Airport Transfer: $200
- Private Transfer From Montego Bay Airport - Negril : $193
- Private Transfers-Negril and Runaway Bay hotels(Round Trip): $180
- From Mobay Airport: Luxury Private Transfer to Negril.: $170
- Private Transfer From Montego Bay Airport - Lucea : $169
- Jamaica: Airport Transfer and Guided Tours: $160
- Private Round Trip Transfer from Sangster Intl Airport - Negril: $150
- Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to Negril hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $134
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala
Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One way private transfer to Panajachel: $189
- From Antigua: Transfer to Guatemala City: $85
- Private Transfer from Antigua to the Airport: $80
- One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten: $79
- Private transfer from Antigua to the La Aurora Airport.: $72
- Private transfer from the Airport to Antigua: $70
- Antigua: One way private transfer to Guatemala City: $64
- Private Transfer From Antigua to Guatemala City / Airport: $50
- Antigua: One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- transfer service Guatemala City, Lake Atitlan destination: $35
- From Antigua Guatemala One way shared transfer to El Paredon: $34
- Private Transfer from Antigua to La Aurora Airport: $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Antigua Guatemala?
Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala and Negril 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 dayNegril $39Antigua Guatemala $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $85
- Zimbali Mountain Cooking Studio: $85
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience with Optional Dinner in Montego Bay: $110
- Local food tour and local fields : $164
Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:
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Lunch$3.22
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Lunch$7.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala
For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Experience with Locals: $55
- Antigua Street Food Tour : $65
- Make your own Mayan Pepian - Cooking class: $69
- Antigua: Cooking Class with Local Family: $74
- Local Street Food Tour of Antigua: $75
- Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $75
- Street Food Tour Around Antigua: $80
- Market and Mayan Cooking Class: $80
- Antigua: Private Evening Street Food Tour with Dinner: $84
- Guatemalan Cooking Class & Market Tour: $85
- Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class in Antigua: $90
- Market food tour and tortilla workshop: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Antigua Guatemala $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril
For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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2 Hr Horseback Ride$43
Tours and Activities in Negril
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.
- Rick's Cafe Sunset Cruise : $60
- Stepping High Mountain Tour and Blue Hole Mineral Spring from Montego Bay: $200
- YS Falls and Sightseeing Tour Day Adventure: $138
- ATV's, Shopping, Seven Mile Beach,Catamaran Cruise to Ricks Cafe : $130
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour: $113
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour [Transportation services]: $125
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Negril: $232
- Appleton Estate Rum and Black River Safari Private Tour : $185
- Appleton Rum Factory and Black River Safari Tour: $275
- Appleton and Y.S Falls Tour from Negril Hotels: $261
- Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour: $156
- Bamboo Rafting, Catamaran Party Cruise and Ricks Cafe: $227
Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.
- ¡Pacaya Volcano Tour from Antigua!: $100
- 2-Day Antigua Tour 1 Night at Acatenango Volcano: $87
- 2-Day Kayak and Hike Adventure Package from Antigua: $219
- 2-Day Shared Hiking Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua: $130
- 2-Day Shared Hiking Tour to Acatenango Volcano from Antigua: $145
- 2-day tour from Antigua 1 night in Acatenango Volcano: $92
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $160
- 3-Hour Chateau Defay Vineyard Tour in Central America: $75
- 4WD Acatenango Volcano Tour & Fuego / All Inclusive !: $320
- ANTIGUA Villages Tour: $103
- ATV Cultural & Adventure Tour: Shared Antigua Villages Experience: $95
- Acatenango Overnight Hike Multiday Tour: $129
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.94Antigua Guatemala $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Negril
Also in Negril, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Negril One Love Bus Bar Crawl: $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:
- Antigua Bar Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Negril is more expensive. And not only is Antigua Guatemala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Antigua Guatemala 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 Antigua Guatemala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antigua Guatemala 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 Negril would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Negril than you might in Antigua Guatemala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or Antigua Guatemala?
Antigua Guatemala has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril and Antigua Guatemala, 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.