Which place is cheaper, Bonaire or Denver?
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 Denver or Bonaire?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Denver or Bonaire, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Denver or Bonaire?
Denver
The capital of Colorado, Denver is commonly referred to as "The Mile-High City" because it is at an elevation of 5,280 feet (1,600 meters) above sea level. It also sits where the Great Plains meet the Rocky Mountains, giving a beautiful backdrop for this metropolitan city. The city is the largest in the Rocky Mountains with a population of more than 600,000 and nearly 3 million in the metropolitan area. Denver is a cosmopolitan city with cowboy roots. It's cultural scene is thriving, and the outdoor recreation in the area is superb. Denver is a rapidly growing city but with change comes challenges. Urban sprawl is a problem and the city's infrastructure has reached its limits. Still, efforts are in place to maintain the character and personality that Denver is known for.
Bonaire
An island municipality of the Netherlands, Bonaire resides in the Caribbean, east of Central America and north of Venezuela. It is a part of the ABC Islands together with Aruba and Curaçao, and is best known as a tropical vacation destination with many great dive spots, beaches, lagoons, and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America, and The Best Walking Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDenver $248Bonaire $299
The average daily cost (per person) in Denver is $248, while the average daily cost in Bonaire is $299. 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 Denver and Bonaire in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDenver $87Bonaire $155
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDenver $174Bonaire $310
Compare Hotels in Denver and Bonaire
Looking for a hotel in Denver or Bonaire? 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: Denver Hotel Prices and Bonaire Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Denver $101Bonaire $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Denver
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Denver:
- Private Transfer Denver Airport DEN to Hot Ski Resorts: $65
- Departure Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN by Business Car: $113
- Arrival Private Transfer: Denver Airport DEN to Denver in Business Car: $119
- Private Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Business Car: $119
- Denver hotel or address to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $122
- Denver International Airport Private Transfer Pick up: $130
- Private City Tour in Denver with Transfer: $140
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Keystone resort - Arrival Private Transfer: $144
- Keystone resort to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $144
- Denver Airport (DEN) to Avon/Vail Valley - Arrival Private Transfer : $144
- Departure Private Transfer: Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury Van: $149
- Private Transfer from Denver to Denver Airport DEN in Luxury Van: $149
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonaire
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bonaire:
- Private Transfers between Bonaire airport and any local address : $40
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Port to Bonaire Airport (BON): $59
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Cruise Port to Kralendijk city : $59
- Airport Transfer Return Included: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Denver or Bonaire?
Prices for flights to both Bonaire and Denver 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 dayDenver $73Bonaire $101
Typical Food Prices in Denver
Some typical examples of dining costs in Denver are as follows:
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Sushi Dinner (for 2)$61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Denver
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Denver.
- Epic Pad Thai Cooking Class in Denver: $55
- 16th Street Mall Food Tour with Local Guide: $62
- Arts District Walking Food Tour: $79
- Denver RiNo Arts District Food Tour: $85
- Downtown Denver Food Tour: $85
- Denver Food Tour: 6+ Tastings in Historic Downtown: $99
- RiNo Evening Food Tour with a Local Guide: $99
- Denver Food Tour: Wild West Flavors & Downtown Classics: $111
- Taste of the City Food Tour by Bike or E-Bike: $125
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bonaire
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bonaire.
- Dinner at Sea: $95
- Discover the Flavors of Bonaire with the Bonaire Snack Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Denver $52Bonaire $40
Tours and Activities in Denver
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Denver are as follows:
- $5 Capitol Hill History & Ghost Walking Tour: $5.00
- Denver Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour: $7.19
- Denver Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.73
- Denver's Heart A Self Guided Tour of the State Capitol and Beyond: $8.99
- Denver’s Wild Side: Self-Guided Audio Tour of its Notorious Past: $9.99
- Winding Pathways of Denver's City Park A Self-Guided Tour : $9.99
- Fun Royal Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Arvada, CO: $10
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Denver by Operation City Quest: $10
- Self Guided Denver Ghost Hunt: Mile High Ghost Tour: $12
- Denver Audio Tour Adventure: $15
- Molly Brown House Museum Self-Guided Tour & Entry: $15
- General Admission to Denver Botanic Gardens Ticket: $16
Tours and Activities in Bonaire
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bonaire are as follows:
- Semi Submarine Boat Experience to Klein Bonaire: $33
- Walking Tours & Private Tours on Bonaire: $36
- 4 Hours Open Air Party Bus Tour with Beach Stop in Caribbean: $39
- Half-Day Bonaire Island Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $46
- Bonaire Essentials Island Tour: $49
- Walking Tour with Lunch & Ice Cream: $55
- Yacht tour with local guide & snorkeling activities: $57
- Clearbottom Mangrove Kayak & Snorkel tour: $59
- Highlights of Bonaire & Cultural Experience: $59
- Tour in North and South Bonaire Guided : $63
- Explore North & South Tour: $65
- Small-Group Guided North & South Tour of Bonaire with Pick Up: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDenver $5.31Bonaire $33
Sample the Local Flavors in Denver
Also in Denver, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Private Vintner's Wine Tasting Experience in Colorado: $40
- Downtown Denver Pub Crawl - Food & Drinks Included!: $50
- Neighborhood Bar Crawl in RiNo Arts District (Denver): $50
- Vintner's Personalized Wine Tasting Experience: $60
- Wild West Pub Crawl: $61
- Buds & Brews Cannabis Grow Tour and Brewery Visit: $67
- E-Bike & Brews: Denver's Platte River & Brewery E-Bike Tour: $125
- Denver Pedicab Brewery Tour: $130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Denver and Bonaire, we can see that Bonaire is more expensive. And not only is Denver much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Denver is in North America and Bonaire is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Denver would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Denver 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 Bonaire would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonaire than you might in Denver.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Denver Expensive? and Is Bonaire Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Denver or Bonaire?
Denver has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Bonaire. When comparing the sizes of Denver and Bonaire, 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.