Which place is cheaper, Hope or San Antonio?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit San Antonio or Hope?
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 San Antonio and Hope. 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: San Antonio or Hope?
San Antonio
The third largest city in Texas, San Antonio, has grown in recent years as a popular travel destination. It's a beautiful city that is strategically situated at the edge of Texas's Hill Country near the South Texas Plains and Prairie Lakes areas. The city holds on to its small town feel despite having a population of about 1.4 million and 2.3 million in the greater metropolitan area. The city holds tight to its Spanish and Mexican heritage, making it a fascinating cultural destination. The Hispanic population has much influence in the city and this makes it a fun and unique city to visit, particularly during Fiesta week, which is an annual celebration with parades, music and food.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America, The Best Historical 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 daySan Antonio $132Hope $31
The average daily cost (per person) in San Antonio is $132, 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 San Antonio and Hope in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSan Antonio $69Hope $8.89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSan Antonio $138Hope $18
Compare Hotels in San Antonio and Hope
Looking for a hotel in San Antonio 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: San Antonio Hotel Prices and Hope Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.San Antonio $20Hope -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in San Antonio
Some typical examples of transportation costs in San Antonio are as follows:
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Rental Car for a Day$60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Antonio
Some specific examples of transportation prices in San Antonio:
- Galveston: One-Way Transfer GLS Airport to City: $237
- Private Transfer: San Antonio Airport to San Antonio by Sedan, SUV or Minibus : $97
- Private Round Trip Transfer - San Antonio International Airport (SAT): $93
- Private One-way San Antonio Airport Transfer To/From San Antonio: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into San Antonio or Hope?
Prices for flights to both Hope and San Antonio 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 daySan Antonio $40Hope $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Antonio
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in San Antonio.
- The Haunted Dinner Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.San Antonio $36Hope -
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Antonio
Here are a few typical costs in San Antonio for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Spa Treatments$200
Tours and Activities in San Antonio
Here are a few actual costs in San Antonio for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Hours Private Historic Sightseeing Tour in San Antonio : $95
- Best of San Antonio Small Group Tour with Boat + Tower + Alamo: $169
- Cave Without a Name Admission Ticket with Guided Cavern Tour: $25
- Downtown San Antonio Helicopter Tour: $197
- Half-Day Afternoon City Tour of Historic San Antonio : $65
- Historic Downtown & Riverwalk Walking Tour: $39
- Historic Missions Bike Tour - 2 Mission Southern Route: $65
- Historic Missions Bike Tour - 2 Missions Northern Route: $65
- Historic Spanish Missions Bike Tour - 3 Missions Tour: $85
- Hopscotch Immersive Art Experience: $24
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center San Antonio Admission Ticket: $27
- PRIVATE Missions and More - Half-day City Tour: $149
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 daySan Antonio -Hope $10
Sample the Local Flavors in San Antonio
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in San Antonio:
- Epic San Antonio Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
- Death Warmed Over: San Antonio Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Guided Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Texas’ Oldest Haunted Pub Crawl Shared Walking Tour: $30
- Taste of Fredericksburg Small-Group Wine Tour from San Antonio: $155
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between San Antonio and Hope, we can see that San Antonio 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 San Antonio would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Antonio 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 San Antonio Expensive? and Is Hope Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, San Antonio or Hope?
San Antonio has a larger population, and is about 270 times larger than the population of Hope. When comparing the sizes of San Antonio 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.
When is the best time to visit San Antonio or Hope?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit San Antonio or Hope in the Summer?
Both Hope and San Antonio during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to San Antonio for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
San Antonio is much warmer than Hope in the summer. The daily temperature in San Antonio averages around 87°F (31°C) in July, and Hope fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
San Antonio usually gets more rain in July than Hope. San Antonio gets 2.2 inches (57 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySan Antonio 87°F (31°C)Hope 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit San Antonio or Hope in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both San Antonio and Hope. Many visitors come to San Antonio in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, San Antonio is much warmer than Hope. Typically, the autumn temperatures in San Antonio in October average around 73°F (23°C), and Hope averages at about 10°C (51°F).
Hope receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, San Antonio usually receives less rain than Hope. San Antonio gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 156 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSan Antonio 73°F (23°C)Hope 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit San Antonio or Hope in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to San Antonio as well as Hope. Most visitors come to San Antonio for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Hope can be very cold. In January, San Antonio is generally much warmer than Hope. Daily temperatures in San Antonio average around 54°F (12°C), and Hope fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
It's quite rainy in Hope. San Antonio usually gets less rain in January than Hope. San Antonio gets 1.8 inches (45 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 201 mm (7.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySan Antonio 54°F (12°C)Hope 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit San Antonio or Hope in the Spring?
Both Hope and San Antonio are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to San Antonio because of the natural beauty.
San Antonio is much warmer than Hope in the spring. The daily temperature in San Antonio averages around 74°F (23°C) in April, and Hope fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hope. In April, San Antonio usually receives less rain than Hope. San Antonio gets 2.4 inches (60 mm) of rain, while Hope receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSan Antonio 74°F (23°C)Hope 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Hope and San Antonio
| San Antonio | Hope | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Feb | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 164 mm (6.4 in) |
| Mar | 65°F (18°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Apr | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) | 9°C (49°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 inches (111 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 84°F (29°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | 15°C (60°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 87°F (31°C) | 2.2 inches (57 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 87°F (31°C) | 2.6 inches (66 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Sep | 82°F (28°C) | 3.6 inches (91 mm) | 15°C (59°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 10°C (51°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Nov | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 inches (66 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) |
| Dec | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) | 3°C (37°F) | 217 mm (8.5 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.