Which place is cheaper, San Carlos de Bariloche 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 San Carlos de Bariloche?
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 San Carlos de Bariloche. 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 San Carlos de Bariloche?
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!
San Carlos de Bariloche
Set in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in Argentina, San Carlos de Bariloche is the biggest city in the Lake District. Bariloche is popular for skiing and snowboarding in the winter and trekking, swimming, fishing and horseback riding in the summertime.
No matter the time of year, there is something for everyone in Bariloche. Skiing season begins from June to October while fishing season is from November to April. Summer is from December to March, but visiting during low seasons (Spring in October to December and Autumn in late-April to mid-June) also has its benefits when it comes to saving cash and avoiding crowds.
Check out our ultimate guide to Hiking in Patagonia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Argentina, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Argentina.
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Negril Prices
Jamaica PricesSan Carlos de Bariloche Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $152San Carlos de Bariloche $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $152, while the average daily cost in San Carlos de Bariloche is $85. 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 San Carlos de Bariloche in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $103San Carlos de Bariloche $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $206San Carlos de Bariloche $138
Compare Hotels in Negril and San Carlos de Bariloche
Looking for a hotel in Negril or San Carlos de Bariloche? 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 $8.48San Carlos de Bariloche $2.73
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:
- Riu Negril Private Airport Transfers: $13
- Grand Palladium Jamaica - Lady Hamilton Airport Transfer MBJ ***: $15
- MBJ Airport Transfers to/from Montego Bay Hotels/Villas/Airbnb: $20
- Grand Palladium hotel transfer from Montego Bay airport: $29
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Private Transfer To 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
- Private Transfer from MBJ Airport to Grand Palladium Hotel: $38
- MBJ Airport Private Transfers to any Negril Hotels: $39
- Montego Bay Airport Transfers Private Taxi to Hotels in Negril: $40
- MBJ Private Airport transfer to or from Negril: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Carlos de Bariloche
Some specific examples of transportation prices in San Carlos de Bariloche:
- Private Transfer from Bariloche Airport to Villa La Angostura: $277
- Bariloche: Snow Day at Piedras Blancas Winter Park+Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Villa Traful: $178
- Private Transfer from Cascada Los Alerces to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $178
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Pampa Linda: $178
- Bariloche Airport BRC to Cerro Catedral RoundTrip Transfer: $166
- Private Transfer from Bariloche Airport to Cerro Catedral: $151
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Ruca Malen: $148
- Private Transfer from Bariloche (BRC) Airport to Villa La Angostura: $148
- BARILOCHE: PRIVATE TRANSFER FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE CITY CENTER: $145
- Private Transfer from Hotel Llao Llao to Bariloche (BRC) Airport: $144
- Private Transfer from Bariloche Airport to LLao LLao: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or San Carlos de Bariloche?
Prices for flights to both San Carlos de Bariloche 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 $38San Carlos de Bariloche $6.02
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: $80
- Cultural Food Tour & Seven Mile Beach At Negril’s Margaritaville: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Carlos de Bariloche
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in San Carlos de Bariloche.
- Bariloche: TRE Experience – “Three-Course Dinner. Catena Zapata”: $135
- Bariloche: El Mallín. Dinner with Tango Show: $185
- Bariloche: Winter Night – Evening Activities in the Snow with Dinner and Show: $275
- Bariloche Nordic Night: Quad Bike Ride and Dinner on Cerro Otto: $410
- Bariloche: Snowmobile Ride with 4-Course Dinner: $425
- Bariloche: Snow Adventure and 4-Course Dinner: $425
- Bariloche: Evening Snowmobile Ride with Dinner at La Cueva Catedral: $428
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26San Carlos de Bariloche $32
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.
- Catamaran, ATV and Horse Back Riding/Swim Day Tour: $51
- Negril Beach Experience & Rick's Cafe from Negril: $59
- Negril Seven Mile Beach & Rick's Cafe Sunset Tour Negril Jamaica: $60
- Jamwest Push Kart Adventure Experience Entry Ticket in Negril: $60
- Rick's Cafe Glass Bottom Sunset Cruise: $65
- Negril Glass Bottom Boat Tour Snorkeling and Booby Cay: $65
- Rockland's Bird Sanctuary Tour from Montego Bay/ Falmouth: $70
- Martha Brae River Bamboo Rafting Tour: $75
- Blue Hole Mineral Springs, Rick's Café, and Shopping Combo Tour: $75
- Private Guided 2-Hour Tour in Montego Bay: $77
- Choose Your Adventure: ATV, Zipline, Horseback Ride & Rafting: $80
- Off-road ATV Adventure with Wall Climbing: $85
Tours and Activities in San Carlos de Bariloche
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for San Carlos de Bariloche are as follows:
- 4-Hour Guided Tour of the Small Circuit: $90
- Adventure motorcycle and snow on Otto Hill: $41
- Bariloche : Adventure to Cerro Tronador and Glacier Black Blizzard: $140
- Bariloche Chocolate Sightseeing Tour: Patagonian Flavors Walking Tour: $60
- Bariloche Flavours Tasting Walking Tour: $100
- Bariloche Football Experience with Locals & Traditional BBQ: $60
- Bariloche Horseback Riding & Traditional Argentine Barbecue Tour: $215
- Bariloche San Martin de los Andes and Seven Lakes Road Tour: $150
- Bariloche Tour Route of the 7 Lakes to San Martin de los Andes: $110
- Bariloche: Andean Region Tour to El Bolsón & Lago Puelo: $70
- Bariloche: Beer Experience 'Discover the World of Craft Beer': $150
- Bariloche: Boat Tour to Victoria Island and Arrayanes Forest: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.85San Carlos de Bariloche $8.63
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 San Carlos de Bariloche
Also in San Carlos de Bariloche, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bariloche: Patagonian Experience wine tasting: $95
- Bariloche: Wine Tasting Winehouse Experience: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and San Carlos de Bariloche, we can see that Negril is more expensive. And not only is San Carlos de Bariloche much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Negril is in Caribbean Islands and San Carlos de Bariloche is in South 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 San Carlos de Bariloche would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in San Carlos de Bariloche 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 San Carlos de Bariloche.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is San Carlos de Bariloche Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or San Carlos de Bariloche?
San Carlos de Bariloche has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril and San Carlos de Bariloche, 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.