Which place is cheaper, Roatan 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 Roatan?
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 Roatan. 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 Roatan?
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.
Roatan
Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225Roatan $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225, while the average daily cost in Roatan is $42. 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 Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92Roatan $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184Roatan $20
Compare Hotels in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Roatan? 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
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70Roatan $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- One Way Transfer to Frigate Bay Beach: $40
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $42
- Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
- St. Kitts Beach Transfers Round trip: $67
- One Way Transfer to Reggae and Cockleshell Beaches: $70
- One-Way Private Airport Transfer: Belle Mont Sanctuary Resort: $90
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi$3.92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Airport, Hotel or Cruise Port, Ferry Roatan Private Transfer: $35
- Catch a ride to West Bay & back to Port, Hotel, or Airport (Roundtrip Transfer): $75
- Catch a ride to West End & back to Port, Hotel or Airport (Roundtrip Transfer): $60
- Discover Scuba Diving in Roatan at Upachaya with Private Transfer: $150
- Horseback Riding, Beach with Palapa and Transfer: $130
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, Hiking, Beach Break plus Transfer Included: $130
- Let's Go Native Roatan City Cultural Tour, Transfer: $80
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan - Arrival Private Transfer: $56
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $122
- Mayan Eden Eco Park, Chocolate Factory & Transfer: $59
- Mayan Eden Eco Wildlife Park, City Tour & Private Transfer: $67
- Parasailing, Beach Break, Chocolate Factory with Transfer: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan 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) $89Roatan $15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Roatan Cooking Class and Cultural Experience: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37Roatan $25
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of St Kitts: $40
- City Tour and Beach Escape: $45
- Open Air St. Kitts Tour with Island Vibes: $50
- Private Half Island Heritage and Beach Tour: $65
- St. Kitts Sea Glass Adventure and Volcanic Black Sand Beach Day: $65
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $66
- St Kitts Rainforest Tour: $67
- Rosevelt's Special Best of St. Kitts/Panoramic Tour: $67
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
- St. Kitts Rainforest Tour: $70
- St Kitts Deluxe Catamaran Snorkeling Tour With Lunch: $72
- The Grand Tour of St. Kitts: $75
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- Organized trips and adventures: $26
- Roatan Fun Bus Group Sightseeing Island Private Tour: $36
- Roatan Island Tours, Sightseeing and Shopping Adventures: $39
- Private Customize Roatán Island Tour chocolate Rum local guide: $43
- Roatan Private and Public Snorkel Tours at West Bay Beach: $45
- Roatan Island Tours, Nature Parks, Attractions by Land & Sea: $45
- Roatan Zipline & Eco walk/Suspension Bridge Combo Tours: $45
- Customizable Best Of Roatan Island Tour in Honduras: $45
- Roatan Jungle Top Wildlife Guided Eco-Park Tour: $45
- Roatan VIP island tour in Honduras: $45
- Private Roatan Sightseeing Tour: $49
- Roatan private customizable Tour chocolate Rum History: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26Roatan $6.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Roatan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Roatan:
- Half-Day Tour in Roatan With Brewery, Rum and Chocolate Factories visit: $46
- Bar Crawl Tour in West End Village by Pedibike- Let the Good Times Roll: $80
- Roatan ATV Adventure, Island Tour and Craft Brewery Experience: $130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Roatan, we can see that Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is in Caribbean Islands and Roatan is in Central 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 Roatan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Roatan 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) than you might in Roatan.
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 Roatan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Roatan?
Roatan has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius). When comparing the sizes of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Roatan, 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.