Which place is cheaper, Grande-Terre 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 Grande-Terre?
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 Grande-Terre. 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 Grande-Terre?
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!
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $153Grande-Terre $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Grande-Terre is $209. 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 Grande-Terre in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $104Grande-Terre $95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $208Grande-Terre $190
Compare Hotels in Negril and Grande-Terre
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Grande-Terre? 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 Grande-Terre Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.55Grande-Terre $10
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: $60
- Airport Transfer To Negril Hotel: $70
- Airport Transfers To Grand Palladium Hotel (Round-Trip): $75
- Azul Negril Resort Airport Transfer: $53
- Club Kingston VIP Lounge & Fast Track with Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $112
- Grand Palladium Airport Transfer: $37
- Grand Palladium Airport Transfer: $40
- Grand Palladium Airport Transfer: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Departure Transfer from Saint-Francois to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $213
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $140
- Departure Transfer from Sainte-Anne to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $131
- Arrival Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Sainte-Anne: $131
- Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Deshaies or Trois Riviers by SUV: $104
- Airport Transfer Guadeloupe: $77
- Private Transfer in Guadeloupe: $77
- Arrival Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Pointe a Pitre: $76
- Departure Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport: $76
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Cruise Port: $75
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre Port: $75
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Port to Airport (PTP): $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Grande-Terre?
Prices for flights to both Grande-Terre 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 $39Grande-Terre $96
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
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $80
- Local food tour and local fields: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Grande-Terre $52
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.
- Negril 7 mile beach and Ricks Cafe Tour: $55
- Private Negril Beach Experience and Rick's Cafe from Negril: $60
- Rick's Cafe Glass Bottom Sunset Cruise: $60
- Negril Glass Bottom Boat Tour Snorkeling and Booby Cay: $65
- Martha Brae River Bamboo Rafting Tour: $67
- Rockland's Bird Sanctuary Tour from Montego Bay/ Falmouth: $70
- Private Negril Highlights Tour: $75
- Blue Hole Mineral Springs, Rick's Café, and Shopping Combo Tour: $75
- Negril Country Side Tour & Rick's Cafe: $82
- Off-road ATV Adventure with Wall Climbing: $85
- 3 Hour Day Party Pass for Tourists at Jamaica Countryside Estate: $85
- NEGRIL CATAMARAN CRUISE Sunset Ricks Cafe ALL HOTELS: $89
Tours and Activities in Grande-Terre
Here are a few actual costs in Grande-Terre for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- *Cruise Stopover* - CASCADE WITH CRAYFISH- Sainte-Anne Beach: $65
- Cruise stopover - Plage du Gosier Round trip: $17
- Cruise to the Grand Ass DE Sac in an open air aquarium: $131
- Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe: $172
- Guided tour by electric tuk-tuk: $53
- Pointe à Pitre City Tour, Island Stopover, and Beach Breaks: $101
- Private Ultralight Seaplane Experience in Guadeloupe: $185
- Stand Up Paddle Adventure in Guadeloupe: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.93Grande-Terre $14
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 Grande-Terre
Also in Grande-Terre, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Local Market, Crayfish Waterfall and Rum Distillery with Tasting: $232
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Grande-Terre, we can see that Grande-Terre 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 Grande-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grande-Terre 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 Grande-Terre Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Negril or Grande-Terre?
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 Negril or Grande-Terre in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Negril as well as Grande-Terre. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grande-Terre throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Grande-Terre. Negril receives a lot of rain in the summer. Negril usually gets more rain in July than Grande-Terre. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the summer, Negril often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grande-Terre receives 245 hours of full sun.
Negril is around the same temperature as Grande-Terre in the summer. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Negril or Grande-Terre in the Autumn?
Both Grande-Terre and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Grande-Terre because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. It's quite rainy in Negril. In October, Negril usually receives around the same amount of rain as Grande-Terre. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Grande-Terre. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre during autumn. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies, while Grande-Terre receives 217 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Negril is around the same temperature as Grande-Terre. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Negril in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Grande-Terre averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Grande-Terre 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Negril or Grande-Terre in the Winter?
Both Grande-Terre and Negril during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grande-Terre year-round.
Negril usually gets less rain in January than Grande-Terre. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Grande-Terre, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the winter, Negril often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grande-Terre receives 236 hours of full sun.
In January, Negril is generally around the same temperature as Grande-Terre. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 25°C (77°F), and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Grande-Terre 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Negril or Grande-Terre in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Grande-Terre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round. Grande-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Grande-Terre receives a lot of rain in the spring. Negril gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Negril usually receives less rain than Grande-Terre. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Grande-Terre receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Grande-Terre this time of the year. In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Grande-Terre during spring. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Grande-Terre receives 240 hours of full sun in the spring.
Negril is around the same temperature as Grande-Terre in the spring. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Grande-Terre fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Grande-Terre 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Grande-Terre and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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