Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Punta Cana?
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 Punta Cana or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Punta Cana or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Punta Cana or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Punta Cana
Punta Cana, located on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, is renowned for its stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant culture. This Caribbean paradise offers a diverse range of experiences that cater to all types of travelers, whether you're on a tight budget, seeking thrilling activities, exploring local cuisine, or figuring out the best ways to get around.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Dominican Republic.
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Punta Cana Prices
Dominican Republic PricesOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPunta Cana $180Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225
The average daily cost (per person) in Punta Cana is $180, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225. 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 Punta Cana and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPunta Cana $101Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPunta Cana $202Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184
Compare Hotels in Punta Cana and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Looking for a hotel in Punta Cana or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)? 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: Punta Cana Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Punta Cana $6.77Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Punta Cana
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Punta Cana:
- “Private Airport Transfer to La Romana & Bayahibe from Punta Cana: $47
- “Round-Trip Private Transfer: Punta Cana Airport ↔ Uvero Alto ”: $27
- Affordable Private Airport Transfer in Punta Cana: $15
- Affordable Private SUBURBAN Transfer from Punta Cana Airport: $6.50
- Airport (PUJ) Private transfers, Transportation Punta Cana Hotels: $23
- Airport Transfer from/to Uvero Alto to Punta Cana: $30
- Airport Transfers to Punta Cana / Bavaro and Uvero Alto Hotels: $32
- Arrive in Punta Cana Like a Star – VIP Escalade Luxury Transfer: $47
- Bayahibe - Coco Bongo Punta Cana Entry ticket Open Bar & transfer: $140
- Budget Punta Cana Airport Transfers-Cap Cana, Bavaro, Uvero Alto: $6.50
- Caribbean Holiday Services Transfer: $90
- Caribbean Holiday Services Transfer: $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
- Shared or Private St Kitts Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $42
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $42
- St. Kitts Beach Transfers Round trip: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Punta Cana or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Prices for flights to both Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Punta Cana 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 dayPunta Cana $68Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Punta Cana
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Punta Cana.
- Half Day Punta Cana Food Tour Including Transportation: $35
- Origen Tasting Adventure Dinner or Lunch of 8 Courses Dom Cuisine: $85
- Punta Cana Nightlife and Street Food Tour with Hotel Pickup: $95
- "PRIVATE"- Wild Dominican Sancocho Cooking Adventure!: $99
- Punta Cana Buggy Ride with Dinner and Taino Party: $139
- Sunset Buggies Adventure with Dinner from Punta Cana: $145
- Dinner in the Sky Experience in Punta Cana: $149
- Punta Cana Jungle Night Tour with Cave Swim and Dinner: $160
- Night Buggy Tour with Cenote Swim & Dinner Combo: $190
- Punta Cana Buggy Ride and Taino Party with Dinner: $230
- Punta Cana Buggy Ride, Dinner and Taino Party: $294
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Punta Cana $31Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Punta Cana
Here are a few typical costs in Punta Cana for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Dune Buggy Adventure$54
Tours and Activities in Punta Cana
Here are a few actual costs in Punta Cana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Souvenirs Shopping Tour from Punta Cana: $4.00
- Tour de Compras: Chocolate, Café y Artesanías en Punta Cana.: $5.00
- Santo Domingo: Panoramic tour to Punta Cana with Buggy Ride: $5.00
- Shopping Tour In Don Lucas Cigar Factory, Rum tasting, Cocoa factory, Souvenirs: $5.00
- Punta Cana Souvenir Shopping Tour with Pickup: $6.00
- Cigar Purchase Tour From Punta Cana with Transportation Included: $10
- Souvenir Shopping Tour in Punta Cana. Transportation Included: $10
- Souvenir Shopping Tour in Punta Cana Transportation Included: $10
- Cigar Shopping Tour in Punta Cana with Transportation Included: $10
- Buggies adventure in Macau and Cenote: $20
- Buggy and ATV Tour in Punta Cana: $20
- ATV and Buggy Adventure with Water Cave and Beach in Punta Cana: $21
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Capital and Beach Tour of St. Kitts and Nevis: $37
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of St Kitts: $40
- St Kitts Top Sights Open Air Safari Tour with Beach Time: $45
- Ken's Panoramic Tour: $50
- City Tour and Beach Escape: $50
- St Kitts 2 Hour Heritage and Coastal Tour with Drinks: $50
- City Tour, Timothy Hill Lookout and South Friars Beach: $55
- Rainforest Tours in St. Kitts: $62
- St.Kitts Big Banana Half Day Island Tour with Beach Time & Drinks: $65
- St. Kitts Sea Glass Adventure and Volcanic Black Sand Beach Day: $65
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $66
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPunta Cana $11Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Punta Cana and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), we can see that Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is more expensive. And not only is Punta Cana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Punta Cana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Punta Cana 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 Punta Cana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Punta Cana Expensive? and Is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Punta Cana or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Punta Cana has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius). When comparing the sizes of Punta Cana and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), 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.