A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Railay Beach vs. Boracay for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Railay Beach or Boracay?

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 Railay Beach and Boracay can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Railay Beach or Boracay?

Railay Beach

If you're looking to scale great heights and add more achievements to your list during your vacation, consider a trip to the peninsula of Rai Leh, or more commonly Railay Bay or Railay Beach, in the Krabi region of Thailand. This swimming and rock climbing hotspot is known for its towering limestone peaks and gorgeous surrounding scenery.

Boracay

A small island in the Philippines known for its resorts and beaches, Boracay is a little escape. Each beach has its own unique character, each with new treasures waiting to be discovered.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Philippines.


Which place is cheaper, Boracay or Railay Beach?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Railay Beach is $107, while the average daily cost in Boracay is $56. 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 Railay Beach and Boracay in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Railay Beach $64
    Boracay $23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Railay Beach $128
    Boracay $46
Compare Hotels in Railay Beach and Boracay

Looking for a hotel in Railay Beach or Boracay? 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.

Hotels in Railay Beach


Hotels in Boracay


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Railay Beach $26
    Boracay $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boracay

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boracay:

  • Shared Transfer from/to MPH for Domestic Passports: $21
  • Airport Transfer to Boracay or vice versa: $21
  • Caticlan: Shared Airport Transfer From/To Boracay: $22
  • Private Transfer from Caticlan Airport to Boracay: $28
  • Departure: Speedboat Transfer Boracay to Caticlan Airport: $34
  • Boracay Adventures Transfer Services Via Caticlan: $35
  • Caticlan: Speedboat Airport Transfer To Boracay: $42
  • Boracay Transfer round trip with Island Hopping: $70
  • Speedboat Caticlan to Boracay Transfer (Oneway): $83

Is it cheaper to fly into Railay Beach or Boracay?

Prices for flights to both Boracay and Railay Beach 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 day
    Railay Beach $22
    Boracay $14
Typical Food Prices in Railay Beach

Some typical examples of dining costs in Railay Beach are as follows:


  • Casual Lunch (for Two)
    $5.51
  • Pizza
    $4.69

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Railay Beach $23
    Boracay $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Railay Beach

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Railay Beach are as follows:


  • Rock Climbing (for Two)
    $19

Tours and Activities in Boracay

Here are a few actual costs in Boracay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Crystal Kayak Photo-op Experience: $6.46
  • Boracay - Crystal Kayak phot-op Experience: $9.22
  • Flying Donut Water Tubing Experience: $15
  • Boracay Sunset Cruise: $16
  • Boracay UFO Adventure: $17
  • Sunset Cruise with Water Activities: $17
  • 2 Hours Boracay Land Tour via Etrike: $18
  • Island and Beach-Hopping Boat Tour with Snorkeling: $20
  • Boracay Island Rhythm Sunset Cruise: $21
  • Stand-up Paddleboard Experience: $22
  • Helmet Diving Experience with Photos and Videos: $22
  • All-Terrain Vehicle or Buggy Car Experience: $23

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Railay Beach $15
    Boracay $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Railay Beach

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Railay Beach are as follows:


  • Beer
    $1.65


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Railay Beach and Boracay, we can see that Railay Beach is more expensive. And not only is Boracay much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Boracay would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boracay 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 Railay Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Railay Beach than you might in Boracay.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Railay Beach Expensive? and Is Boracay Expensive?.