Which place is cheaper, Key West 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.
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Should you visit Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Key West?
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 Key West. 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 Key West?
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.
Key West
Key West is both a city and an island as well as the southern most Florida Key. It is also the southern most city in the continental United States. The island is only about four miles long and one mile wide. The total land mass covers just 4.2 square miles. The most famous street in town is Duval Street, which runs just 1.1 miles from the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean. There are 14 blocks. The size of the island doubled during the 1950s when many of the salt ponds along the eastern side of the island were filled in.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America.
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Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Prices
Caribbean Netherlands PricesKey West Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225Key West $247
The average daily cost (per person) in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225, while the average daily cost in Key West is $247. 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 Key West in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92Key West $132
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184Key West $264
Compare Hotels in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Key West
Looking for a hotel in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Key West? 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: Key West Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70Key West $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- St. Kitts Beach Transfers Round trip: $67
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Key West
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Key West:
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Rental Car for One Day$38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Key West
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Key West:
- Key West Airport (EYW) to Key West - Arrival Private Transfer: $154
- Key West to Key West Airport (EYW) - Departure Private Transfer: $154
- One Way Airport Transfer Service: $54
- Private Arrival Transfer from Key West Airport EYW: $144
- Private Transfer from Key West Cruise Port to Key West hotels: $112
- Private Transfer from Key West Port to Key West Airport (EYW): $111
- Private Transfer from Key West hotels to Key West Cruise Port: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Key West?
Prices for flights to both Key West 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
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Food Meals for one dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89Key West $81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).
- St.Kitts Downtown Basseterre Walking Food Tour: $75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Key West
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Key West.
- Sunset Dinner Cruise with Open Bar & Live Music: $74
- Cooking Show Chef Demonstration with Meal: $81
- Southernmost Food & Cultural Walking Tour by Key West Food Tours: $90
- Key West Cooking Show Chef Demonstration with Meal: $91
- Key West Sunset Cruise: Dinner, Live Music & Drinks Included: $93
- Secret Walking Food Tour: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37Key West $33
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour of Basseterre: $26
- Scenic City Tour and Beach Escape: $40
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of St Kitts: $40
- St Kitts Top Sights Open Air Safari Tour with Beach Time: $45
- City Tour, Timothy Hill Lookout and South Friars Beach: $55
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $60
- Full Island Private Tour: $60
- Rainforest Tours in St. Kitts: $62
- Rosevelt's Special Best of St. Kitts/Panoramic Tour: $67
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
- Wingfield Rainforest Adventure Hike and Caribelle Batik stop: $70
- St. Kitts Rainforest Tour: $70
Tours and Activities in Key West
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Key West are as follows:
- Hemingway's Key West Self Guided outdoor Walking Audio Tour: $8.00
- Key West History Audio Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Key West GPS Audio Tour: From Seaside Village to Micro State: $12
- Key West’s Old Town Treasures: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Mel Fisher Maritime Museum Admission Ticket: $18
- Key West Shipwreck Treasure Museum Tickets: $19
- Skip the Line: Mel Fisher Maritime Museum Admission Ticket and Audio Tour: $20
- Key West Aquarium Tickets: $23
- Truman Little White House Guided Tour Ticket: $26
- Key West Ghost Tours: Southernmost Shadows and Ghosts: $27
- Ghosts of Key West Walking Tour: $30
- A Self Guided Key West Cemetery Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26Key West $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Key West
Also in Key West, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- A Spectacular Bar Crawl in Key West: $15
- Bone Island Haunted Pub Crawl: $32
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $35
- Key West Spirits and Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
- Original Key West Pub Crawl: The Best Bars with Free T-Shirt: $43
- 2.5-Hour Duval Street Pub Crawl: $43
When comparing the travel costs between Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Key West, we can see that Key West 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is in Caribbean Islands and Key West 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive? and Is Key West Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Key West?
Key West has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius). When comparing the sizes of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Key West, 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.