Which place is cheaper, Las Vegas or Roatan?
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 Roatan or Las Vegas?
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 Roatan and Las Vegas. 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: Roatan or Las Vegas?
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.
Las Vegas
Las Vegas has long been the gambling capital of the United States. Known as "Sin City," it is a hot spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, but in recent years it has seen a dramatic increase in weddings and business conferences. It is the largest city in the state of Nevada and one of the most visited and well known cities in the country. It is located in the Mojave Desert in South Nevada and has a very arid climate with very hot and dry summers. The average high in July is 104 degrees Fahrenheit, but as many people like to say "its a dry heat." Winters are cooler and pleasant with highs around 60 degrees Fahrenheits. Snow is very rare but the surrounding mountains are often topped with snow during the winter months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Alaska, and The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America.
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Roatan Prices
Honduras PricesLas Vegas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRoatan $42Las Vegas $369
The average daily cost (per person) in Roatan is $42, while the average daily cost in Las Vegas is $369. 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 Roatan and Las Vegas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRoatan $10Las Vegas $158
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRoatan $20Las Vegas $316
Compare Hotels in Roatan and Las Vegas
Looking for a hotel in Roatan or Las Vegas? 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: Las Vegas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Roatan $17Las Vegas $53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi$3.93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Transfers to West End by night from hotels in West Bay or Sandy Bay: $25
- Airport, Hotel or Cruise Port, Ferry Roatan Private Transfer: $35
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan - Arrival Private Transfer: $56
- Roatan Island hotels to Mahogany Bay Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $61
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $61
- Roatan West Bay Beach Break with Roundtrip Transfer: $75
- Let's Go Native Roatan City Cultural Tour, Transfer: $80
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, City Tour and Transfer: $80
- West Bay Beach Day Pass & Private Transfer – Roatán: $89
- Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $95
- Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel: $110
- Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $113
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
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24 Hr Bus Pass$15
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24 hrs Deuce Bus$7.00
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Taxi from Airport to the Strip$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Vegas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Las Vegas:
- Manila: MNL Airport Private Transfer to/from Manila City Center: $15
- LAS Airport Private Transfer to/from Las Vegas: $17
- Private Transfer from Las Vegas Stripe to LAS Airport: $19
- Private Transfer from Las Vegas Airport (LAS): $27
- Transfer Airport to Hotel or Hotel to Airport: $39
- Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport(LAS) - Departure Private Transfer: $41
- Las Vegas Airport Private Hotel Transfer up to 5 passengers: $44
- One Way Private Transfer to/from McCarran Airport: $50
- Grand Canyon West Bus Transfer: $55
- Private Transfer from Manila City Hotels to Manila Cruise Port: $59
- Private One-way Transfer Harry Reid Airport To Las Vegas: $63
- Las Vegas Harry Reid Airport Private Transfer Service: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Roatan or Las Vegas?
Prices for flights to both Las Vegas and Roatan 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 dayRoatan $15Las Vegas $139
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Cooking classes from a Local!: $245
Typical Food Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
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Coffee$5.00
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Deep Fried Twinkie$1.07
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Chocolate Dip Banana$1.07
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Gelato$5.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Las Vegas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Las Vegas.
- Manila Street Food tour and Drinks Tasting : Eat like a local: $45
- "Classic Country" show & dinner at Firelight Barn in Henderson: $49
- Cowboy Christmas Show & Dinner at Firelight Barn in Henderson NV: $49
- Manila Filipino Cooking Class: Meryenda Favorites: $51
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience and Tasting: $65
- Manila Food Tour Experience with Local Guide: $70
- Makati Street Food tour Experience: $73
- Chocolate Making Cooking Class With Local Chef: $75
- Chocolate Truffle Making Cooking Class in Las Vegas: $75
- 2-Hour Italian Pasta Cooking Class: $75
- Tournament of Kings Dinner and Show at Excalibur Hotel and Casino: $80
- Private Filipino cooking class in a local Manila Home: $89
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Roatan $25Las Vegas $78
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- Custom Private Roatan Shuttle Tour: Explore at Your Own Pace: $30
- Roatan Island Tours, Sightseeing and Shopping Adventures: $39
- Roatán Ron and Chocolate Custom Tour.: $40
- Roatan VIP island tour in Honduras: $41
- Roatan Comprehensive Real Estate Tour Experience: $45
- Roatan Zipline & Eco walk/Suspension Bridge Combo Tours: $45
- 1 Stop Snorkel Adventure with Beach Break: $45
- Customizable Best Of Roatan Island Tour in Honduras: $45
- Roatan VIP Free-Style Private Tour: $49
- Extreme Zip Line Adventure at Mahogany Bay: $49
- Goodman's Island Style Roatan Highlights Tour: $50
- Customizable Roatán Private Tour: Rum, Chocolate & Island Culture: $50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Las Vegas are as follows:
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Wedding Chapel$139
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Atomic Testing Museum (two people)$12
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Gondola Ride (4 person)$64
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Monorail Ride$5.00
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NY NY Rollercoaster$14
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Circus Circus Adventure Dome Day Pass$26
Tours and Activities in Las Vegas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Las Vegas are as follows:
- Discover Vegas Hidden Spots: Your Self-Guided Tour: $1.16
- Downtown Las Vegas Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $7.75
- Bachelor Party Experience including LIMOUSINE: $9.99
- Bachelor Party Experience w/ Limousine Free Entry: $9.99
- Vintage Vegas Self Guided Walking Tour of Fremont Street: $9.99
- Las Vegas’ Glitter Gulch, Ghosts and Gangsters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Henderson by 3Quest Challenge: $10
- Red Rock Canyon Tour Self-Guided Drive Experience: $13
- Las Vegas Natural History Museum Admission Ticket: $14
- Las Vegas Strip Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $15
- Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Lake Mead & Valley of Fire State Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRoatan $6.52Las Vegas $55
Sample the Local Flavors in Roatan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Roatan:
- Bar Crawl Tour in West End Village by Pedibike- Let the Good Times Roll: $80
- Roatan ATV Adventure, Island Tour and Craft Brewery Experience: $99
- Roatan Horseback Ride, Island Tour and Brewery Tasting: $125
Sample the Local Flavors in Las Vegas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Las Vegas:
- Bars Unknown Fremont St Bar Crawl with a Local: $31
- Mobsters, Casinos, and Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $35
- Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl (party bus add-on option): $36
- Bars Unknown: The Original Las Vegas Strip Bar Crawl: $39
- The Burlesque Parody of the Classic Film Ticket: $40
- Zombie Burlesque Comedy Musical Show Ticket: $49
- Fantasy Burlesque Show at Luxor Hotel & Casino: $53
- Country Bar Crawl by Party Bus w/ Mixed Drinks: $55
- Las Vegas Country Bar Crawl by Party Bus w/ Free Drinks: $59
- Vegas Country Bar Crawl: Party Bus & Drinks Included: $59
- Mystery Paint & Sip Night at a Trendy Brewery: $59
- Nightclub and Bar Crawl with Party Bus and Drinks: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Roatan and Las Vegas, we can see that Las Vegas is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Roatan is in Central America and Las Vegas is in North 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 Las Vegas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Las Vegas 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 Roatan Expensive? and Is Las Vegas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Roatan or Las Vegas?
Las Vegas has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Roatan and Las Vegas, 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.
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