Which place is cheaper, Sedona or Ocho Rios?
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 Ocho Rios or Sedona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Ocho Rios or Sedona, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Ocho Rios or Sedona?
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
Sedona
Sedona, Arizona is a desert town near Flagstaff. Sedona has many canyons and pine forests, but the most stunningly, beautiful landscape here is the many red rock limestone formations that can be found almost everywhere. The stone formations always have a deep red color, and this color only intensifies in the light of the sun. Sedona has been named one of the most beautiful places in America because of its mesmerizing scenery that changes hourly with the shifting of light. Native Americans have always regarded Sedona as a place of healing and renewal, and that continues to be true as they still value this land as sacred. Sedona is surrounded by 1.8 million acres of national forest land, and no matter where you are in Sedona you are never far from breathtaking scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America, and The Best Historical Tours in United States of America.
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Ocho Rios Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOcho Rios $87Sedona $200
The average daily cost (per person) in Ocho Rios is $87, while the average daily cost in Sedona is $200. 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 Ocho Rios and Sedona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOcho Rios $51Sedona $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOcho Rios $102Sedona $186
Compare Hotels in Ocho Rios and Sedona
Looking for a hotel in Ocho Rios or Sedona? 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: Ocho Rios Hotel Prices and Sedona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ocho Rios $7.43Sedona $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Luxury Transfer to Sandals Dunn’s River from MBJ Airport: $300
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- VIP***Private KINGSTON Airport Transfers to***OCHO RIOS**HOTELS**: $292
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay Hotels: $240
- Bob Marley & Nine Mile Heritage Tour with Bus Transfer/Ocho Rios: $225
- Kingston Airport Transfer to Ocho Rios Hotels: $215
- Luxury Ocho Rios Transfer: $180
- Private Airport Transfers Montego Bay (MBJ) Airport to Ocho Rios: $180
- Montego Bay Jamaica Airport Transfer to Riu / Ocho Rios Hotels: $174
- Private Transfer from Ocho Ríos to Jamaica (MBJ) Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from Jamaica (MBJ) Airport to Ocho Ríos: $170
- Jewels Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $170
Is it cheaper to fly into Ocho Rios or Sedona?
Prices for flights to both Sedona and Ocho Rios 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 dayOcho Rios $28Sedona $83
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Runaway Bay: $138
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ocho Rios $15Sedona $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate$11
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens$5.35
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Tour of Prospect Plantation$18
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- ATV Adventure and Shopping from Falmouth (Minimum 4 persons): $165
- ATV and Dunns River Falls Adventure: $205
- ATV, Bamboo Rafting & Horseback Ride Tour From Montego Bay: $411
- ATV, Bamboo Rafting and Horseback Riding Experience in Ocho Rios: $243
- ATV, Dunn’s River Falls & Blue Hole Guided Tour In Jamaica: $270
- ATV, Horseback Riding and Bluehole Adventure Tour: $210
- All In One Full Day Tour in Saint Ann Garden Parish Jamaica: $147
- Aqua Fun Tours Dunns Falls, River Tubing and Horse Back: $162
- Bali Style High Ropes Swing and Dunn's River Fall Adventure: $230
- Bamboo Rafting & Horseback Ride n Swim Guided Tour In Ocho Rios: $95
- Bamboo Rafting & River Tubing Tour Ocho Rios(Entry Fee Included): $195
- Bamboo Rafting and ATV Jungle Adventure in Jamaica: $200
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sedona
For Sedona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Red Rock Fantasy Light Show (for 2)$10
Tours and Activities in Sedona
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sedona.
- 2 Hours Private Spiritual Healing Tour in the Nature of Sedona: $275
- 3 Hour Sedona Sightseeing Tour: $125
- Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park Sedona, Arizona Experience: $300
- Arizona Winery Tours All-Inclusive Tour with Lunch & Tastings: $199
- Best UFO Tour of Sedona: $110
- Breath and Sound Hiking Experience in Sedona: $144
- Diamondback Gulch 4x4 Adventure: $139
- Diamondback Gulch Extreme Jeep Tour: Rugged Sedona 4x4 Adventure: $122
- Discover Sedona Red Rock Country: A Self-Guided Tour: $8.15
- Discover Sedona Small-Group Tour: $76
- Everything Sedona (20+ Mile) - Sedona Helicopter Tour: $197
- Everything Sedona SUNSET (20+ Miles) - Sedona Helicopter Tour: $256
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOcho Rios $7.54Sedona $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $90
Sample the Local Flavors in Sedona
Also in Sedona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- 3-Hour Wine Tasting Adventure: $106
- Verde Valley Wine Tour - 4 Vineyards, Limo Style Bus, Charcuterie: $109
- Bliss - Sedona’s Most Luxurious Wine Tour - Lunch Included!: $125
- Voted Best in Sedona- Excellent Value Private Wine Tour!: $195
- Sedona-Jerome Scenic Vortex, Wine Tasting Grand Tour. See It All!: $199
- Private Wine Tour in Sedona, Arizona: $250
- Grape Train Escape: Wine Tasting and Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure: $254
- Private Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch and Tastings: $286
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ocho Rios and Sedona, we can see that Sedona is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ocho Rios is in Caribbean Islands and Sedona is in North 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 Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Sedona would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sedona than you might in Ocho Rios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ocho Rios Expensive? and Is Sedona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ocho Rios or Sedona?
Sedona has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Ocho Rios and Sedona, 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.