Which place is cheaper, Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara?
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 Guadalajara. 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 Guadalajara?
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!
Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco in western Mexico, as well as one of the country's largest cities. It is best known for tequila and mariachi music, which both originate in Jalisco, as well as a thriving historic center with colonial architecture and landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Mexico.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $153Guadalajara $139
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Guadalajara is $139. 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 Guadalajara in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $103Guadalajara $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $206Guadalajara $78
Compare Hotels in Negril and Guadalajara
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Guadalajara? 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 Guadalajara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.53Guadalajara $36
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:
- Private Airport Transfer: Kingston to Grand Palladium Resort: $240
- Fun Holiday Beach Resort Montego Bay Airport Transfer: $205
- Grand Palladium Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $200
- Private Transfer to Mystic Mountain Jamaica From Negril Hotels: $200
- Private, Round-Trip Negril Airport Transfer: $200
- Private Transfers-Negril and Runaway Bay hotels(Round Trip): $180
- Private Transfer from Negril to Jamaica (MBJ) Airport: $167
- Luxury Transfer: Montego Bay Airport - Negril & Ocho Rios Resorts: $160
- Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer Negril Hotels: $141
- Private Transfer From Montego Bay Airport to Negril: $140
- Private Customizable Transfer from Sangster Intl Airport - Negril: $140
- Montego Bay Airport Transfers to Negril Hotels: $134
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guadalajara
Also for Guadalajara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Guadalajara Airport Private Transfer to Ajijic & Chapala: $289
- Private Transfer from Guadalajara to Morelia: $236
- Guadalajara to Tequila - Private Transfer with English-speaking driver: $171
- Private Transfer Guadalajara Redondo Airport: $129
- Transfer by car to or from Guadalajara Airport: $122
- Transfer Guadalajara Airport and Tequila Airport: $121
- Tequila to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $97
- Transfer from International Airport to Tequila Jalisco: $90
- Private transfer to or from Guadalajara airport: $90
- Private airport transfer to Guadalajara and surrounding areas: $85
- Transfer Private Guadalajara Airport Single: $84
- Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Guadalajara hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $51
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Guadalajara?
Prices for flights to both Guadalajara 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 $38Guadalajara $76
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 Guadalajara
For Guadalajara, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Guadalajara Street Food Tour - Best Rated: $39
- Private Street Food Tour and City Tour Guadalajara - Best Rated: $54
- Street Food Tour in Guadalajara with a Local Guide: $63
- Guadalajara Market Food Tour & Historic Landmarks Walk: $64
- Guadalajara Street Food Tour: Tacos, Pulque and Local Cantina: $84
- Food Tour in Guadalajara: $86
- Traditional Mexican Food Tour: Market & Local Barrio Experience.: $95
- Guadalajara Street Food Tour: Taste the Best of Tapatío Cuisine: $102
- Dinner and Party in Amatitán Tequila and Tradition and Music: $224
- VIP Tequila Night Tour with Dinner and Tasting: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Guadalajara $25
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.
- 3 Hour Day Party Pass for Tourists at Jamaica Countryside Estate: $85
- ATV's, Shopping, Seven Mile Beach,Catamaran Cruise to Ricks Cafe: $130
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour [Transportation services]: $125
- Appleton Estate Rum and Black River Safari Private Tour: $185
- Appleton and Y.S Falls Tour from Negril Hotels: $261
- Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour: $140
- Bambuza ATV, Zipline and Horseback Adventure from Negril: $190
- Black River Safari and YS Falls Tour from Negril: $232
- Blue Hole Mineral Springs, Rick's Café, and Shopping Combo Tour: $75
- Bob Marley Museum Tour From Negril Hotel: $215
- Customize Day Tour In Ochi (Horseback Riding,Rafting,Blue Hole, Dunns River ): $134
- Dune Buggies Experience and Mayfield falls: $276
Tours and Activities in Guadalajara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Guadalajara.
- 3 Hours Private Tour Guide in Guadalajara: $49
- 3 hours Guadalajara Private City Tour: $49
- 3-Hour Guadalajara Bike and Food Guided Tour: $65
- Adventure tour Between Charros, Mariachi and Parián de Tlaquepaque: $45
- All Included Foodie Tour: Tacos & Cocktails at the Best Bars: $110
- All Inclusive Adventure 2 Days 1 Night in Sierra de Quila Jal: $107
- All incluided Foodie Tour Zapopan Beer, Tacos and Agave Spirits.: $110
- BIKE TOUR in the coolest areas of GUADALAJARA: $49
- Canopy Experience Panoramic Flight in Zip Lines: $45
- Chapala & Ajijic Pueblo Magica Premium Tour from Guadalajara: $56
- Chapala Lake & Ajijic Tour with "Tres Potrillos Ranch": $80
- Chapala and Ajijic Private Full-Day Tour: $142
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.90Guadalajara $16
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 Guadalajara
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guadalajara:
- Pub Crawl; Bar Tour through the coolest neighborhood in Guadalajara: $17
- Guadalajara Pub Crawl: Free Drinks & Party Games: $20
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara Mexico: $28
- Cultural tour, city fields and distillery: $32
- Tequila distillery experience, Jose Cuervo & Tequila Magic Town: $80
- full day Tequila tour visiting artisanal distillery and downtown.: $89
- Private Tour to Tequila: Artisan Distillery and Campos de Agave: $98
- Horseshoe Distillery Tour with Premium Tasting from Guadalajara: $118
- Private Adventure to Casa Sauza Distillery and Visit to Tequila: $168
- Tour of El Castillo Distillery to Cantaritos Experience: $170
- Sip & Savor Tequila Experience Distillery w/ Lunch fr Guadalajara: $180
- Full-Day Tour to La Fortaleza Distillery and Cantaritos: $180
When comparing the travel costs between Negril and Guadalajara, we can see that Negril is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Guadalajara is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Guadalajara Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or Guadalajara?
Guadalajara has a larger population, and is about 550 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril and Guadalajara, 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.