Which place is cheaper, Vieques Island or Quepos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Quepos or Vieques Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Quepos and Vieques Island can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Quepos or Vieques Island?
Quepos
Quepos is both a district and the capital of Aguirre canton in the Puntareanas Province of Costa Rica. The town is quite small, and the district has a population of about 22,000 people. Quepos is a popular tourist destination in Costa Rica due to its close proximity to Manuel Antonio National Park on the Pacific Coast. The town's economy is centered around tourism and there is no shortage of bars and restaurants in the area. The town also has a lively nightlife for such a small community.
Vieques Island
Amidst the melodious chorus of coqui frogs and gentle whispers of palm trees blowing in an evening breeze, you will find that the waters around you glow just as brightly as the stars above. This tropical paradise is none other than Vieques, Puerto Rico. Tropical forests, bioluminescent bays, coral reefs--this island attracts visitors from all around the world who seek to see the wonders and beauties of the tropics. This island suits those from all walks of life, from history buffs seeking to learn about its unique past to nature-lovers wanting to admire its untouched wilderness. Vieques is the place for a perfect vacation!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Costa Rica, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Costa Rica.
-
Quepos Prices
Costa Rica PricesVieques Island Prices
Puerto Rico Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayQuepos $139Vieques Island $210
The average daily cost (per person) in Quepos is $139, while the average daily cost in Vieques Island is $210. 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 Quepos and Vieques Island in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personQuepos $76Vieques Island $92
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomQuepos $152Vieques Island $184
Compare Hotels in Quepos and Vieques Island
Looking for a hotel in Quepos or Vieques Island? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Quepos Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Quepos $9.55Vieques Island $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quepos
Also for Quepos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Manuel Antonio to SJO Airport and surroundings : $229
- Private One Way Transfer from Manuel Antonio to San José (Airport SJO): $220
- Private Transfer: SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio with Scenic Stop.: $203
- Private Transfer: SJO Airport to/from Manuel Antonio (One Way): $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Quepos or Vieques Island?
Prices for flights to both Vieques Island and Quepos 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 dayQuepos $51Vieques Island $94
Typical Food Prices in Quepos
For Quepos, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
-
Lunch$15
-
Seafood Dinner (for 1)$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quepos
For Quepos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Manuel Antonio with Medicinal Plants Garden Visit: $77
- Cooking Class & Medicinal Plants Garden Manuel Antonio: $77
- Night Mangrove Safari Boat Tour with Dinner | Manuel Antonio: $79
- Local Flavor Cooking Experience: $81
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Quepos $17Vieques Island $34
Tours and Activities in Quepos
For Quepos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 10 in 1 Tour! Zip Lines, Rappels, Tarzan Swing, Waterfalls & More: $158
- 2-3-Hour Manuel Antonio Park Nature Guided Tour: $28
- 2-Hour Kayak Tour in Quepos Mangroves – See Monkeys & Sloths: $65
- ATV Tour Half Day Trip From Manuel Antonio: $93
- All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio: $88
- All-Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure with Lunch: $93
- All-Inclusive Full day Waterfall Adventure: $117
- All-Inclusive Jungle Night Tour: $59
- Canopy Tour From Manuel Antonio: $121
- Catamaran Adventure From Manuel Antonio: $121
- Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling: $98
- Chocolate Experience, Waterfall and Cultural Lunch in local home.: $135
Tours and Activities in Vieques Island
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vieques Island.
- Vieques Island Rich History Tour : $125
- 1-Hour Bioluminescent Boat Tour in Mosquito Bay, Vieques : $100
- Bio Bay Tour Vieques – Full Clear Canoes Experience: $65
- Biobay Vieques Tour Kayak Night Tour: $65
- CLEAR BOTTOM KAYAKS Tour in Bioluminescent, Mosquito Bay: $67
- El Yunque Rainforest Tour: Natural Waterslides Adventure : $65
- Full Clear Kayak Bioluminescent Experience Vieques, Puerto Rico: $110
- Isla de Vieques Beach Hopper Sightseeing Tour: $90
- Overnight Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Vieques Island: $66
- Unforgettable One Day Bioluminescent Kayak Adventure in Vieques: $60
- Vieques Biobay Kayaking Tour: $60
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayQuepos $15Vieques Island $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Quepos and Vieques Island, we can see that Vieques Island is more expensive. And not only is Quepos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Quepos is in Central America and Vieques Island is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Quepos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quepos 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 Vieques Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vieques Island than you might in Quepos.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Quepos Expensive? and Is Vieques Island Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Quepos or Vieques Island?
Vieques Island has a larger population, and is about 19% larger than the population of Quepos. When comparing the sizes of Quepos and Vieques Island, 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.
When is the best time to visit Quepos or Vieques Island?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Quepos or Vieques Island in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Quepos and Vieques Island. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Quepos year-round. Vieques Island attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Quepos gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Quepos usually receives more rain than Vieques Island. Quepos gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Vieques Island receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vieques Island this time of the year. Quepos usually receives less sunshine than Vieques Island during summer. Quepos gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Vieques Island receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Quepos is generally around the same temperature as Vieques Island. Daily temperatures in Quepos average around 28°C (82°F), and Vieques Island fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyQuepos 28°C (82°F)Vieques Island 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Quepos or Vieques Island in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Quepos as well as Vieques Island. Quepos attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vieques Island throughout the year.
Also, December to April in Quepos is the dry season. Keep in mind that May to November is the hurricane season in Quepos. It's quite rainy in Vieques Island. Quepos receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Quepos usually gets more rain in October than Vieques Island. Quepos gets 254 mm (10 in) of rain, while Vieques Island receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vieques Island. In the autumn, Quepos often gets less sunshine than Vieques Island. Quepos gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vieques Island receives 235 hours of full sun.
Quepos is around the same temperature as Vieques Island in the autumn. The daily temperature in Quepos averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Vieques Island fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberQuepos 27°C (81°F)Vieques Island 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Quepos or Vieques Island in the Winter?
Both Vieques Island and Quepos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Quepos throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Vieques Island because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Quepos usually receives less rain than Vieques Island. Quepos gets 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Vieques Island receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Vieques Island. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Quepos. Quepos usually receives more sunshine than Vieques Island during winter. Quepos gets 264 hours of sunny skies, while Vieques Island receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Quepos is around the same temperature as Vieques Island. Typically, the winter temperatures in Quepos in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Vieques Island averages at about 26°C (78°F).
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryQuepos 27°C (81°F)Vieques Island 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Quepos or Vieques Island in the Spring?
Both Vieques Island and Quepos during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Quepos because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vieques Island year-round.
December to April is the dry season in Quepos. Also, May to November in Quepos is the hurricane season. Quepos usually gets less rain in April than Vieques Island. Quepos gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Vieques Island receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Vieques Island, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Quepos. In the spring, Quepos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Vieques Island. Quepos gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vieques Island receives 272 hours of full sun.
In April, Quepos is generally around the same temperature as Vieques Island. Daily temperatures in Quepos average around 29°C (85°F), and Vieques Island fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilQuepos 29°C (85°F)Vieques Island 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Vieques Island and Quepos
| Quepos | Vieques Island | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 254 mm (10 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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.