Which place is cheaper, Hope or Salt Lake City?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Salt Lake City or Hope?
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 Salt Lake City and Hope can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Salt Lake City or Hope?
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City is the capital city of Utah and one of the largest cities in the southwest region of the US. Salt Lake sits on the border between the Rocky Mountains and Great Basin regions, making it the perfect place for outdoor activities. The city's natural beauty and resources even became the focal point for the 2002 Winter Olympics. Salt Lake experiences all four seasons, with the most popular times to visit being summer and winter. Summer, June-August, sees little rain and temperatures in the high 80's Fahrenheit. Winter, December-March, has temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit and gets the perfect amount of snow for winter sports.
Hope
Hope, located in British Columbia, Canada, is a small town in the far east of the Fraser Valley. It's at the cross section of several major highways making it a pass through point for many visitors to the area. Hope is also the location of the filming of the 1980's film Rambo: First Blood, a fact which many locals take much pride in.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 3-Week Tours in United States of America, The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalt Lake City $246Hope $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Salt Lake City is $246, while the average daily cost in Hope is $31. 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 Salt Lake City and Hope in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalt Lake City $119Hope $8.89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalt Lake City $238Hope $18
Compare Hotels in Salt Lake City and Hope
Looking for a hotel in Salt Lake City or Hope? 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: Salt Lake City Hotel Prices and Hope Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salt Lake City $45Hope -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salt Lake City
Also for Salt Lake City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to Park City hotel or address: $261
- Private Transfer from SLC to Park City UT : $261
- Salt Lake Airport (SLC) to Canyons Village - Round-Trip Transfer: $230
- Salt Lake City Airport (SLC): Transfer to Salt Lake City: $201
- Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to Park City UT - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $182
- Private Transfer from Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) to Salt Lake City : $120
- Private Transfer from SLC to Salt Lake City : $120
- Salt Lake Airport (SLC) to Canyons Village - Arrival Transfer: $115
- Private Transfer: Salt Lake City to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) : $107
- Salt Lake City to Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) - Departure Private Transfer: $46
- Private Departure Transfer to Salt Lake City Airport SLC: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Salt Lake City or Hope?
Prices for flights to both Hope and Salt Lake City 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 daySalt Lake City $50Hope $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salt Lake City $28Hope -
Tours and Activities in Salt Lake City
For Salt Lake City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Salt Lake Boat Tour with Swimming on the Lake: $79
- 4-Day Winter Yellowstone Tour: $2,499
- 45 Minute Great Salt Lake Boat Tour: $37
- 5-day Tour Yellowstone Park Los Angeles-Salt Lake City: $1,558
- From 3-Day Yellowstone Wildlife Adventure: $999
- From Private Bryce Canyon National Park Tour: $1,475
- From Private Canyonlands National Park Tour: $1,475
- From Private Capitol Reef National Park Tour: $1,475
- From Private Goblin Valley State Park Tour: $1,475
- From Private Tour of Arches National Park: $1,475
- Great Salt Lake Flying Tour: $249
- Great Salt Lake Guided Bus Tour from Salt Lake City: $70
Tours and Activities in Hope
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hope.
- Vancouver to Sun Peaks 2 days outdoor adventure tour: $1,242
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalt Lake City $17Hope $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salt Lake City and Hope, we can see that Salt Lake City is more expensive. And not only is Hope much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hope would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hope 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 Salt Lake City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Salt Lake City than you might in Hope.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salt Lake City Expensive? and Is Hope Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salt Lake City or Hope?
Salt Lake City has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of Salt Lake City and Hope, 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.