Which place is cheaper, Olympic National Park 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 Olympic National Park?
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 Olympic National Park. 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 Olympic National Park?
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!
Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park is in Washington State and was originally established as a national monument in 1909. The area is known for its large Sitka spice and Douglas fir trees, which can be found in the Hoh and Queets rainforest valleys on the western side of the park. The area's temperate rainforest climate creates lush thick moss and dense vegetation that gives the setting a fairytale quality.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America.
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Negril Prices
Jamaica PricesOlympic National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $153Olympic National Park $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Olympic National Park is $150. 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 Olympic National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $103Olympic National Park $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $206Olympic National Park $98
Compare Hotels in Negril and Olympic National Park
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Olympic National Park? 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 $8.52Olympic National Park $68
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:
- Grand Palladium Jamaica - Lady Hamilton Airport Transfer MBJ ***: $12
- Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Negril Hotel: $25
- Grand Palladium Private Transfers from MBJ Airport: $30
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Private Transfer To Grand Palladium: $33
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Hotel: $34
- Private Transfer from MontegoBay Airport to Lucea/Grand Palladium: $35
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer to Falmouth, Grand Palladium: $35
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Hotel: $35
- Private Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium: $37
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Hotel: $38
- MBJ Airport Private Transfers to any Negril Hotels: $39
- MBJ Private Airport transfer to or from Negril: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Olympic National Park?
Prices for flights to both Olympic National Park 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 $38Olympic National Park $61
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 $26Olympic National Park $26
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.
- ATV Adventure and Zipline with Rick's Cafe Sunset Tour in Negril: $42
- Rick's Cafe Glass Bottom Sunset Cruise: $62
- Negril Glass Bottom Boat Tour Snorkeling and Booby Cay: $65
- Rockland's Bird Sanctuary Tour from Montego Bay/ Falmouth: $70
- Seven Mile Beach and Rick's Cafe Sunset Tour in Negril Jamaica: $75
- Private Negril Highlights Tour: $75
- Martha Brae River Bamboo Rafting Tour: $75
- Choose Your Adventure: ATV, Zipline, Horseback Ride & Rafting: $80
- 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 Sunset Cruise with Snorkeling, Drinks & DJ: $89
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.89Olympic National Park $5.57
When comparing the travel costs between Negril and Olympic National Park, 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 Olympic National Park 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 Olympic National Park Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Negril or Olympic National Park?
Olympic National Park has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Negril experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Negril or Olympic National Park in the Summer?
Both Olympic National Park and Negril during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Olympic National Park for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
Negril is much warmer than Olympic National Park in the summer. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Olympic National Park fluctuates around 60°F (15°C).
In Olympic National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the summer, Negril often gets more sunshine than Olympic National Park. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympic National Park receives 210 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in July than Olympic National Park. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 2.8 inches (70 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Olympic National Park 60°F (15°C)
Should I visit Negril or Olympic National Park in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Olympic National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Olympic National Park in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Negril is much warmer than Olympic National Park. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Negril in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Olympic National Park averages at about 51°F (10°C).
In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives more sunshine than Olympic National Park during autumn. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies, while Olympic National Park receives 113 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Olympic National Park receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Negril gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Negril usually receives less rain than Olympic National Park. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 10.4 inches (263 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Olympic National Park 51°F (10°C)
Should I visit Negril or Olympic National Park in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Negril as well as Olympic National Park. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Olympic National Park for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Olympic National Park can be very cold during winter. In January, Negril is generally much warmer than Olympic National Park. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 25°C (77°F), and Olympic National Park fluctuates around 41°F (5°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the winter, Negril often gets more sunshine than Olympic National Park. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Olympic National Park receives 56 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Olympic National Park. Negril usually gets less rain in January than Olympic National Park. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 13.7 inches (349 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Olympic National Park 41°F (5°C)
Should I visit Negril or Olympic National Park in the Spring?
Both Olympic National Park and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Olympic National Park because of the natural beauty.
Negril is much warmer than Olympic National Park in the spring. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Olympic National Park fluctuates around 47°F (8°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives more sunshine than Olympic National Park during spring. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Olympic National Park receives 148 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Olympic National Park. It's quite rainy in Negril. In April, Negril usually receives less rain than Olympic National Park. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Olympic National Park receives 7.4 inches (189 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Olympic National Park 47°F (8°C)
Typical Weather for Olympic National Park and Negril
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| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 41°F (5°C) | 13.7 inches (349 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 43°F (6°C) | 12.2 inches (311 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 44°F (7°C) | 11.6 inches (294 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 7.4 inches (189 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 5.6 inches (142 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 inches (70 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 58°F (14°C) | 5 inches (126 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 51°F (10°C) | 10.4 inches (263 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 14 inches (355 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 41°F (5°C) | 15 inches (380 mm) |
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.