Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Saint John's?
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 Saint John's or Roatan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint John's or Roatan? 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: Saint John's or Roatan?
Saint John's
If you've been to St. John's, Antigua, you were likely on a cruise - which means you likely did not have enough time to truly experience the magic of this tiny island getaway.
St. Johns is the capital of the tiny islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Located on Antigua, this tropical city lives up to its status as a tropical paradise. With 365 beaches on the island, you can enjoy the luxury of lounging in the sand every day of the year.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Antigua and Barbuda, The Best Adventure Tours to Antigua and Barbuda, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Saint John's Prices
Antigua and Barbuda PricesRoatan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint John's $272Roatan $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint John's is $272, while the average daily cost in Roatan is $42. 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 Saint John's and Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint John's $120Roatan $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint John's $240Roatan $20
Compare Hotels in Saint John's and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Saint John's or Roatan? 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: Saint John's Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint John's $17Roatan $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saint John's
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Saint John's:
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Local Bus$1.52
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Taxi From Airport$6.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint John's
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint John's:
- Private Airport Transfers 1- 2 Pax. Zone A: Hotels: $30
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotels: $36
- RJT Airport Private Transfer Round Trip- North: $40
- Private Transfer from St. John's Port to Antigua Airport (ANU): $42
- Private One-Way Transfer From Antigua Airport To Antigua: $49
- Antigua Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $49
- Antigua Airport Private Roundtrip Transfer to and from Royalton Antigua Resort: $60
- Round-Trip Transfer between Antigua Airport and Antigua Hotel: $60
- Private and Group Airport Transfers in Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Private Airport Transfers to Antigua and Barbuda: $60
- Biggvee Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $70
- Never Ending Taxi Service-Islandwide Transfers Round trip Antigua: $75
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi$3.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Airport, Hotel or Cruise Port, Ferry Roatan Private Transfer: $35
- Discover Scuba Diving in Roatan at Upachaya with Private Transfer: $150
- Ground transfers and ticket ferry to Utila or La Ceiba: $80
- Honduras Airport(RTB) to Roatan -Arrival Private Transfer: $57
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, City Tour and Transfer: $80
- Let's Go Native Roatan City Cultural Tour, Transfer: $80
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $155
- Roatan Airport Private Shuttle – Island Transfers: $65
- Roatan Buggy Adventure, Snorkeling, Beach Pass plus Private Transfer: $199
- Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $95
- Roatan West End Beach Break with Private Transfer: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint John's or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan and Saint John's 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 daySaint John's $117Roatan $15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint John's
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint John's.
- City Lime Food Tour: Taste our culture on Antigua's only food tour in the city!: $105
- Local Antigua Rum and Food Tour: $130
- Caribbean Cooking Magic with Culinary ATE Tours: $195
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!: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint John's $103Roatan $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Saint John's
Here are a few typical costs in Saint John's for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Museum of Antigua & Barbu$3.00
Tours and Activities in Saint John's
Here are a few actual costs in Saint John's for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Falmouth Ocean Club Dance Class Experience: $12
- Cultural and Historical Home Tour in The Antiguan Experience: $66
- Half Day Historical Tour in Antigua with Beach: $73
- Antigua National Parks Experience: $75
- Explore Antigua and Barbuda with local guide island tour: $80
- Nightlife Tour of Antigua and Barbuda: $80
- SoCoHo Eco Kayak and Snorkel Tour: $88
- Secret Beach Escape in Antigua: Half-Day Experience: $90
- Clear Kayak Tour in Mangrove Antigua: $90
- Trek Tours Hiking Experience in Antigua: $90
- Antigua Round Island Tour: $94
- Circumnavigate Tour: $95
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- Organized trips and adventures: $26
- Roatan Island Tours, Sightseeing and Shopping Adventures: $39
- Roatán Ron and Chocolate Custom Tour.: $40
- Roatan Zipline & Eco walk/Suspension Bridge Combo Tours: $45
- Roatan Beach and Tour: $45
- 1 Stop Snorkel Adventure with Beach Break: $45
- Customizable Best Of Roatan Island Tour in Honduras: $45
- Private Customize Roatán Island Tour chocolate Rum local guide: $48
- Roatan VIP Free-Style Private Tour: $49
- Extreme Zip Line Adventure at Mahogany Bay: $49
- Roatan : Private Customizeble Tour with Driver & Guide: $50
- Cruise Travelers West Bay Beach Break with Island Tour in Roatan: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint John's $18Roatan $6.49
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint John's and Roatan, we can see that Saint John's is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint John's is in Caribbean Islands and Roatan is in Central 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 Saint John's would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint John's 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 Saint John's Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saint John's or Roatan?
Saint John's has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Saint John's and Roatan, 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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