Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Terre-de-Haut?
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 Terre-de-Haut or Roatan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Terre-de-Haut 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: Terre-de-Haut or Roatan?
Terre-de-Haut
Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) is a small archipelago of Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. The islands here are best known for their tropical beauty, untouched beaches, and bayside villages. Only two of the nine are inhabited.
Terre-de-Haut of Les Saintes is the most popular island to visit. It is known for the Pain de Sucre, a small bay lined with coconut trees and an ideal location for snorkeling, in addition to white sandy beaches like the Plage de Pompierre. There is also a nineteenth-century fort which can be reached on foot for striking views of the surrounding area.
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 Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTerre-de-Haut €173Roatan €36
The average daily cost (per person) in Terre-de-Haut is €173, while the average daily cost in Roatan is €36. 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 Terre-de-Haut and Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTerre-de-Haut €68Roatan €8.87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTerre-de-Haut €136Roatan €18
Compare Hotels in Terre-de-Haut and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Terre-de-Haut 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Terre-de-Haut €44Roatan €15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Terre-de-Haut
Also for Terre-de-Haut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Deshaies or Trois Riviers to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $103
- Service DE Transfer Airport Hotels: $141
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi€3.38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Scuba Dive in the West End of Roatan with Private Transfer: $155
- Parasailing, Beach Break, Chocolate Factory with Transfer: $155
- Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $152
- Discover Scuba Diving in Roatan at Upachaya with Private Transfer: $150
- Horseback Riding, Beach with Palapa and Transfer: $130
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, Hiking, Beach Break plus Transfer Included: $130
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $122
- South Side Horseback Riding, Beach Break & Roundway Transfer: $120
- Roatan Zipline, Monkey, Macaws & Sloths Eco Park, Snorkeling, Transfer: $120
- Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel: $110
- Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $95
- Roatan Private Catamaran Shipwreck, Blue Channel and Starfish with Transfer: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Terre-de-Haut or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan and Terre-de-Haut 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 dayTerre-de-Haut €78Roatan €13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Roatan Cooking Class and Cultural Experience: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Terre-de-Haut €20Roatan €22
Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Terre-de-Haut.
- Guided Kayaking Tour of the Mitan Pond and its Mangrove: $41
- Mangrove Boat Tour Small Group Guadeloupe: $118
- Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef: $136
- Boat Tour with Lunch in the Water in Guadeloupe Lagoon: $136
- Les Saintes: Boat Tour in One of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World: $162
- Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings: $186
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- 2 Hour Zip Lining Private Tour in Mahogany Bay: $65
- 2-Hour Private Off Road ATV and Beach Experience in Bay Islands: $90
- 4 Hours Private Tour with Snorkeling and West Bay Beach Break: $80
- ATV Jungle Adventure and Beach Retreat in Roatan: $99
- ATV Off Road Tour and Cultural Experience in Roatan: $147
- ATV Ride and Animals Park Tour Mahogany Bay and Ports Roatan: $135
- ATV Safari and Horseback Adventure at Mahogany Bay: $132
- ATVS, Sloths and Monkeys, Beach Break Private Tour: $130
- Adventures of Roatan ATV Pineapple beach break: $159
- Atv Island Tour: $140
- Costumed tours in paradise: $65
- Cruise Excursion – 2 Scuba Dives with transport (for certified divers): $185
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTerre-de-Haut €44Roatan €5.60
Sample the Local Flavors in Terre-de-Haut
Also in Terre-de-Haut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère: $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Roatan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Roatan:
- Half-Day Tour in Roatan With Brewery, Rum and Chocolate Factories visit: $46
- Bar Crawl Tour in West End Village by Pedibike- Let the Good Times Roll: $80
- Roatan ATV Adventure, Island Tour and Craft Brewery Experience: $130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Terre-de-Haut and Roatan, we can see that Terre-de-Haut is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Terre-de-Haut 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 Terre-de-Haut would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Terre-de-Haut 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 Terre-de-Haut Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.
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.