Which place is cheaper, Eagle Beach 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 Eagle Beach?
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 Eagle Beach. 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 Eagle Beach?
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!
Eagle Beach
Aruba, only fifteen miles north of Venezuela, is a top Caribbean tourist destination. It's a small island, only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, and is an autonomous dependency of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the island is Eagle Beach. It's a popular beach with the locals, and a common destination for many who are looking for a party. The beach is particularly crowded on Easter weekend. The sand is a sugary white and the waters are a stunning crystal blue color. The beach itself is quite flat and the ocean is so calm it's like swimming in a pool. There are a handful of palm trees if you're seeking shade, but otherwise it's the ideal place to soak up some rays. You'll find some shaded picnic areas as well if you're hoping to enjoy a casual lunch.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $153Eagle Beach $391
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Eagle Beach is $391. 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 Eagle Beach in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $104Eagle Beach $227
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $208Eagle Beach $454
Compare Hotels in Negril and Eagle Beach
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Eagle Beach? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.54Eagle Beach $33
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:
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to AZUL, ROYALTON, RIU, HEDONISM: $53
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfer to Negril Airbnb Homes, Resorts: $133
- Airport Round Trip Transfer from Montego Bay to Grand Palladium: $105
- Airport Transfer To Negril: $60
- Airport Transfer To Negril Hotel: $70
- Airport Transfer to Negril Hotels (Round-Trip): $90
- Airport Transfers To Grand Palladium Hotel (Round-Trip): $75
- Azul Negril Resort Airport Transfer: $53
- Chukka and Rafting Ocho Rios with Private Transfer Negril Hotels: $200
- Convenient Airport Transfer To Hotels in Negril: $130
- Grand Palladium Jamaica - Lady Hamilton Airport Transfer MBJ ***: $15
- Grand Palladium Private Airport Transfer: $48
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.22
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One Day Scooter Rental$40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:
- Private Transfer for Small and Mid-Sized Groups and Families: $180
- Private Guided Beach Meditation & Hike + Transfer: $165
- Private Sea Glass Island Kayak Morning + Transfer: $155
- Aruba Sunrise Horse ride with hotel transfer: $140
- Premium Airport Transfers in Aruba: $125
- Round Trip Private Airport Transfer: $120
- VIP Luxury Sedan Airport Transfer: $105
- Private One-Way Transfer from Aruba To Reina Beatrix Airport: $82
- Private One-Way Transfer Reina Beatrix Airport to Aruba: $82
- Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island - Round-Trip Transfer: $79
- Private Round - Trip Airport Transfer in Aruba Luxury SUV: $69
- Transfers & Pickups: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Eagle Beach?
Prices for flights to both Eagle Beach 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 $38Eagle Beach $117
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner in the Sky Jamaica Round Trip Taxi & Guide only: $42
- Cultural Food Tour & Seven Mile Beach At Negril’s Margaritaville: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Eagle Beach.
- Noord, Aruba: Exclusive Private Dinner aboard the Aqua Donut: $90
- Aruba Caribbean Dinner Sail Experience: $92
- Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
- Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba: $135
- Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Eagle Beach $121
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.
- Blue Hole Mineral Spring and Rastafari Herb Farm Experience: $40
- Private Negril Beach Experience and Rick's Cafe from Negril: $60
- Jamwest Push Kart Adventure Experience Entry Ticket in Negril: $60
- Negril Glass Bottom Boat Tour Snorkeling and Booby Cay: $65
- Rick's Cafe Glass Bottom Sunset Cruise: $65
- Rockland's Bird Sanctuary Tour from Montego Bay/ Falmouth: $70
- Blue Hole Mineral Springs, Rick's Café, and Shopping Combo Tour: $75
- Martha Brae River Bamboo Rafting Tour: $75
- Choose Your Adventure: ATV, Zipline, Horseback Ride & Rafting: $80
- NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS: $89
- Negril Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Snorkeling, Drinks & DJ: $89
- Family Catamaran Cruise from Jamwest Beach Negril Hotels: $90
Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Eagle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$25
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$98
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Horseback Riding Tour$70
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4 Hr Snorkel Trip$74
Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Eagle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60
- Discover Snorkeling Tour Mangel Halto & Baby Beach: $115
- Explore Aruba Coastline with Kayaking Tour: $115
- 2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge in Aruba: $116
- 2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba: $99
- Action-Packed Half Day Aruba UTV Tour and Arashi Beach: $210
- Adventure Kayak & Snorkeling at Reef Island Aruba: $105
- Adventurous Clear Kayak And Snorkeling Tour At Mangel Halto: $105
- Alto Vista Chapel and Arashi Beach Adventure: $77
- Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour: $120
- Arikok Sunrise Hiking Tour to Natural Pool + Transportation: $110
- Art, Facts & Baby Beach UTV Adventure by Fofoti: $235
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.91Eagle Beach $31
Sample the Local Flavors in Eagle Beach
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Eagle Beach:
- Aruba Happy Hour Party Bus Pub Crawl: $82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Eagle Beach, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Negril much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Negril would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Negril 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 Eagle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eagle Beach than you might in Negril.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Eagle Beach Expensive?.
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.