Should I Visit Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach?

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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Eagle Beach. 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: Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach?

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)

An island of the Caribbean Netherlands, St. Eustatius, sometimes called Statia, is a small, relatively unknown destination to the greater tourist areas of the Caribbean. As a result, however, it is its own treasure consisting of a dormant volcano known as the Quill and featuring a lush rainforest, narrow volcanic beaches, many dive sites, and a quaint harbor town.

Eagle Beach

Aruba, only fifteen miles north of Venezuela, is a top Caribbean tourist destination. It's a small island, only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, and is an autonomous dependency of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the island is Eagle Beach. It's a popular beach with the locals, and a common destination for many who are looking for a party. The beach is particularly crowded on Easter weekend. The sand is a sugary white and the waters are a stunning crystal blue color. The beach itself is quite flat and the ocean is so calm it's like swimming in a pool. There are a handful of palm trees if you're seeking shade, but otherwise it's the ideal place to soak up some rays. You'll find some shaded picnic areas as well if you're hoping to enjoy a casual lunch.

Which place is cheaper, Eagle Beach or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Prices
Caribbean Netherlands Prices

Eagle Beach Prices
Aruba Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225

Eagle Beach $390

The average daily cost (per person) in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225, while the average daily cost in Eagle Beach is $390. 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Eagle Beach in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92

Eagle Beach $227
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184

Eagle Beach $454

Compare Hotels in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Eagle Beach

Looking for a hotel in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach? 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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Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70

Eagle Beach $33

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):

International Airport/Private Jet Terminal Transfers: $67
St. Kitts Hotel Transfers: $80
Private airport Transfer from St. Kitts Marriott & Frigate Bay.: $27
Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
ST Kitts private Luxury Air Port Transfer: $300
Scenic St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers : $35
Shared or Private St Kitts Airport Roundtrip Transfer : $32
St. Christophe Harbour Transfers: $67

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:

Round-trip Bus Ticket

$2.22
One Day Scooter Rental

$40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:

Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport (AUA) - Departure Transfer: $39
Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) Departure Transfer: $39
Aruba Private Airport Transfer: Personalized Arrival: $31
Aruba Private Van Airport Transfer (Max 5): $55
Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island - Round-Trip Transfer: $79
Aruba Queen Beatrix Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island-Arrival Transfer: $39
Platinium Aruba Transport - All Around Luxury Private Transfers: $90
Private One-Way Transfer Reina Beatrix Airport to Aruba: $74
Private One-Way Transfer from Aruba To Reina Beatrix Airport: $74
Private Transfer from Oranjestad Cruise Port to Oranjestad city: $36
Private Transfer from Oranjestad Port to Oranjestad Queen Airport: $36
Private Transfer from Oranjestad Queen Airport to Oranjestad Port: $36

Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach?

Prices for flights to both Eagle Beach and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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

Food Meals for one day

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89

Eagle Beach $117

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Eagle Beach.

Noord, Aruba: Exclusive Private Dinner aboard the Aqua Donut: $90
Aruba Caribbean Dinner Sail Experience: $92
Sunset Sail Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $110
Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba: $135
Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37

Eagle Beach $121

Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)

Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

St. Kitts Beach Adventure: $30
Historical Basseterre and Beach Experience : $30
Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of St Kitts: $40
City Tour, Timothy Hill Lookout and South Friars Beach: $45
Full Island Private Tour: $60
Basseterre Plantation Private Half Day Tour: $60
Rainforest Tours in St. Kitts: $62
The Grand Tour of St. Kitts: $65
Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
Private Basseterre Half Day Tour: $70
St. Kitts Rainforest Tour: $70
St Kitts Rainforest Nature Tour: $72

Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach

Here are a few typical costs in Eagle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:

Full Day Bike Rental

$25
Kayak & Snorkeling Tour

$98
Horseback Riding Tour

$70
4 Hr Snorkel Trip

$74

Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach

Here are a few actual costs in Eagle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

Champagne and Diamond Shopping Experience in Aruba: $5.00
Aruba Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Guided Tour: $37
Scenic Aruba Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $40
Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour: $40
Explore Aruba Party Bus Tour: $41
Aruba Countryside Tour: $41
Aruba Sightseeing Tour on Party Bus: $48
Colorful Beach Bus Sightseeing Tour of Aruba: $54
Aruba Jet Ski Rentals — Exciting Water Adventures Await: $58
Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise aboard The Dolphin Catamaran: $59
Highlights of Aruba Island Tour: $60
Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26

Eagle Beach $31

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Eagle Beach, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 Eagle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eagle Beach than you might in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive? and Is Eagle Beach Expensive?.

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Should you visit Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach?

Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)

Eagle Beach

Which place is cheaper, Eagle Beach or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Eagle Beach

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach

Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Eagle Beach?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach

Entertainment

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