Which place is cheaper, Saint George's or Oranjestad?
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 or Saint George's?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oranjestad or Saint George's, 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: Oranjestad or Saint George's?
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Oranjestad Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOranjestad $431Saint George's $291
The average daily cost (per person) in Oranjestad is $431, while the average daily cost in Saint George's is $291. 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 and Saint George's in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOranjestad $241Saint George's $175
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOranjestad $482Saint George's $350
Compare Hotels in Oranjestad and Saint George's
Looking for a hotel in Oranjestad or Saint George's? 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: Oranjestad Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oranjestad $45Saint George's $9.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oranjestad
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Oranjestad:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad:
- Reina Beatrix Airport: Round-Trip Shared Transfer: $22
- Private Round-Trip Transfer from Aruba Airport to Hotel: $68
- Aruba: Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $22
- Aruba Oranjestad Queen Airport (AUA): Transfer to island: $131
- Aruba (AUA) : Airport Private Transfer to Aruba City: $38
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint George's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint George's:
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Taxi From Airport$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad or Saint George's?
Prices for flights to both Saint George's and Oranjestad 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 $139Saint George's $93
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad.
- Aruba: Sip and Savor Local Food Tour: $95
- Oranjesta: Sunset Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $119
Typical Food Prices in Saint George's
For Saint George's, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ginger Bun$0.56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oranjestad $116Saint George's $69
Typical Entertainment Prices in Oranjestad
Here are a few typical costs in Oranjestad for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$32
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Horseback Riding Tour$89
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Golf$159
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$126
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Aruba Highlights Guided Tour: $49
- Aruba Arikok National Park Hiking Tour: $57
- Aruba Downtown Historic And Cultural Walking Tour: $75
- Aruba: 4-Hour ATV Adventure: $142
- Aruba: Amazing UTV Island Tour: $99
- Aruba: Arikok Park Rancho Loco Natural Pool Horseback Tour: $160
- Aruba: Barhopping Party Bus Tour with DJ and Dancing: $92
- Aruba: Beach Hopping Snorkeling Tour: $57
- Aruba: Guided Countryside Exploration Tour: $45
- Aruba: Natural Pool, Caves & Baby Beach Jeep Adventure: $89
- Aruba: North Coast EZ Raider Adventure: $95
- Aruba: Northcoast UTV Afternoon Adventure: $90
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint George's
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Saint George's's activities, tours, and tickets:
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9 Holes of Golf$22
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Evening Sailing Trip$15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOranjestad $40Saint George's $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oranjestad and Saint George's, we can see that Oranjestad is more expensive. And not only is Saint George's much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Saint George's would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saint George's 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 would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad than you might in Saint George's.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oranjestad Expensive? and Is Saint George's Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oranjestad or Saint George's?
Oranjestad has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Saint George's. When comparing the sizes of Oranjestad and Saint George's, 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.