Which place is cheaper, Hilton Head Island or Eagle Beach?
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 Eagle Beach or Hilton Head Island?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Hilton Head Island, 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: Eagle Beach or Hilton Head Island?
Eagle Beach
Aruba, only fifteen miles north of Venezuela, is a top Caribbean tourist destination. It's a small island, only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, and is an autonomous dependency of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the island is Eagle Beach. It's a popular beach with the locals, and a common destination for many who are looking for a party. The beach is particularly crowded on Easter weekend. The sand is a sugary white and the waters are a stunning crystal blue color. The beach itself is quite flat and the ocean is so calm it's like swimming in a pool. There are a handful of palm trees if you're seeking shade, but otherwise it's the ideal place to soak up some rays. You'll find some shaded picnic areas as well if you're hoping to enjoy a casual lunch.
Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head, also called Hilton Head Island, is primarily a resort and beach town off the coast of South Carolina. Located on a barrier island, the place is best known for its beaches and golf courses overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
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Eagle Beach Prices
Aruba PricesHilton Head Island Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEagle Beach $500Hilton Head Island $287
The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $500, while the average daily cost in Hilton Head Island is $287. 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 Eagle Beach and Hilton Head Island in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEagle Beach $290Hilton Head Island $129
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEagle Beach $580Hilton Head Island $258
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Hilton Head Island
Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Hilton Head Island? 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: Hilton Head Island Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eagle Beach $42Hilton Head Island $34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.84
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One Day Scooter Rental$51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:
- VIP luxury limousine airport transfer one way!: $190
- VIP Luxury Sedan Airport Transfer: $105
- Transfers & Pickups: $67
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Aruba Reina Beatrix Airport (AUA)- Aruba: $25
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Aruba Airport (AUA) - Aruba: $55
- Round-Trip Aruba Airport Transfer: $23
- Round-Trip Aruba Airport Express Transfer: $45
- Round Trip Private Airport Transfer: $120
- Private roundtrip Airport Transfers in Aruba: $60
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Port to Oranjestad Airport (AUA): $55
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Cruise Port to Oranjestad city: $55
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad City to Oranjestad Cruise Port: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Hilton Head Island?
Prices for flights to both Hilton Head Island and Eagle Beach 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 dayEagle Beach $150Hilton Head Island $105
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Eagle Beach.
- Aruba Dinner and Nightlife Tour: $86
- Noord, Aruba: Exclusive Private Dinner aboard the Aqua Donut: $90
- Aruba Caribbean Dinner Sail Experience: $92
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $110
- Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
- Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba: $135
- Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hilton Head Island
For Hilton Head Island, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hilton Head Sunset Dinner Cruise: $106
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $106
- Hibachi Dinner Cruise: $117
- Lowcountry Boil Dinner Cruise: $118
- Sunset Hibachi Dinner Cruise : $128
- Lowcountry Boil Dinner Cruise: $128
- Lowcountry Boil Dinner Cruise on Hilton Head: $148
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eagle Beach $155Hilton Head Island $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Eagle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$32
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$126
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Horseback Riding Tour$89
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4 Hr Snorkel Trip$95
Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Eagle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba Private Tour Mini Bus with SeaFood/Caribbean Food Included: $175
- Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60
- Discover Snorkeling Tour Mangel Halto & Baby Beach: $115
- Explore Aruba Coastline with Kayaking Tour: $104
- 2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge in Aruba: $93
- 2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba: $99
- Action-Packed Half Day Aruba UTV Tour and Cave Pool: $210
- Adventure Kayak & Snorkeling at Reef Island Aruba: $115
- Adventurous Clear Kayak And Snorkeling Tour At Mangel Halto: $105
- Alto Vista Chapel and Arashi Beach Adventure: $77
- Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour: $120
- Art, Facts & Baby Beach UTV Adventure by Fofoti: $235
Tours and Activities in Hilton Head Island
For Hilton Head Island, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Historic Beaufort Smartphone Guided Walking Tour : $9.75
- Kazoo Factory Tour & Museum : $15
- Beaufort Ghost Walking Tours : $22
- Tybee Island Ghost Tour: $30
- 90-Minute Dolphin & Nature Tour: $35
- Walking Tour in Beaufort: $35
- Historic Tour of Tybee Island: $35
- Beaufort City Minibus Tour: $37
- History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart: $38
- Complete History and Movie Walking Tour of Beaufort: $38
- #1 Historical Horse Drawn Carriage Tour: $38
- Hilton Head Island Ocean Dolphin Cruise: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEagle Beach $40Hilton Head Island $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Hilton Head Island
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hilton Head Island:
- Hilton Head's ONLY Distillery Experience: $55
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Hilton Head Island, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Hilton Head Island much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Hilton Head Island is in North 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 Hilton Head Island would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hilton Head Island 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 Eagle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eagle Beach than you might in Hilton Head Island.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eagle Beach Expensive? and Is Hilton Head Island 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.