Which place is cheaper, Houston 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 Houston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Houston, 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 Houston?
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.
Houston
The largest city in Texas and the fourth largest in the United States, Houston is a sprawling urban center that has grown from its wealth in the oil industry. Visitors today are drawn to its cultural diversity which has additionally made Houston a foodie destination. Other attractions to Houston include its proximity to NASA's Space Center Houston on the Gulf coast, and its Downtown which features a vibrant museum and arts scene, shopping, and dining.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEagle Beach $500Houston $287
The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $500, while the average daily cost in Houston 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 Houston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEagle Beach $290Houston $142
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEagle Beach $580Houston $284
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Houston
Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Houston? 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: Houston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eagle Beach $42Houston $72
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:
- Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport (AUA) - Departure Transfer: $39
- Aruba Island to Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) Departure Transfer: $39
- Aruba Private Airport Transfer: Personalized Arrival: $31
- Aruba Private Van Airport Transfer (Max 5): $55
- Aruba Queen Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island - Round-Trip Transfer: $79
- Aruba Queen Beatrix Airport(AUA) to Aruba Island-Arrival Transfer: $39
- Aruba Restaurant Transfers Service (Round-Trip): $50
- Aruba VIP Airport Transfers (Round-Trip) : $40
- Arubabound Transfers: $40
- Private Airport Transfer Round-Trip Aruba: $49
- Private Guided Beach Meditation & Hike + Transfer + Breakfast: $165
- Private One-Way Transfer Reina Beatrix Airport to Aruba: $83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Houston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Houston:
- Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) to Galveston Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $221
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Port of Galveston - Arrival Private Transfer: $156
- Arrival Private Transfer: George Bush Airport IAH to Houston in Business Car: $118
- Arrival Private Transfer: George Bush Airport IAH to Houston in Luxury SUV: $119
- Departure Private Transfer: Houston to George Bush Airport IAH in Luxury SUV: $119
- Departure Transfer: Houston to George Bush Airport IAH by Sedan: $118
- Houston Airport (HOU) to Galveston Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) to Houston - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $115
- Houston William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Houston - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- Houston to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) - Departure Private Transfer: $57
- Houston to Houston William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Privat Transfer from Galveston Port to Houston Airport (IAH): $286
Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Houston?
Prices for flights to both Houston 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 $150Houston $60
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 Houston
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Houston.
- Fun Pasta Making Cooking Class With Local Chef: $75
- Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston: $75
- The Heights Food Tour in Houston: $80
- Downtown Houston Food Tour: $80
- Houston Downtown Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Tradition & Fusion: $85
- East Downtown Food Tour: $90
- Houston Downtown: Secret Food Tours: $93
- Upscale Italian Cooking Class in Houston (Includes 4-Course Meal): $115
- French Cooking Class in Houston (Includes 3-Course Meal): $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eagle Beach $155Houston $14
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:
- Champagne and Diamond Shopping Experience in Aruba: $5.00
- Aruba Ostrich Adventures Entrance Ticket and Unique Tour: $15
- Aruba Mangel Halto and Baby Beach Snorkeling Guided Tour: $37
- Scenic Aruba Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $40
- Explore Aruba Party Bus Tour: $41
- Aruba Countryside Tour: $44
- Aruba Downtown Historic and Cultural Walking Tour: $45
- Aruba Happy Hour Tour: $50
- Aruba Jet Ski Rentals — Exciting Water Adventures Await: $58
- Aruba Sunset Sail Cruise aboard The Dolphin Catamaran: $59
- Full-Day Aruba History and Must-See Landmarks Tour: $59
- Highlights of Aruba Island Tour: $60
Tours and Activities in Houston
Here are a few actual costs in Houston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Houston Rockets Basketball Game Ticket at Toyota Center: $5.38
- The Wicked Glitch of Oz: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure in Houston: $7.16
- Houston Self-Guided Audio Tour : $9.00
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Entry Ticket: $10
- Museum of Fine Arts, Houston All Access Admission Ticket : $10
- Sights of Downtown Houston Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $11
- Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket: $12
- Burke Baker Planetarium Admission Ticket: $12
- Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket: $12
- The Cistern Experience in Spanish and English Bilingual: $15
- Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern Experiential Tour: $15
- Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEagle Beach $40Houston $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Houston
Also in Houston, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Houston Hustle Bar Crawl: $15
- Brewery Pass with Beer Tastings: $50
- Private Houston Brewery Tour by Cart: $57
- 2-Hour Downtown Brewery Tour by Electric Cart: $70
- Private 3-in-1 Sightseeing, Brewery, and Mural Tour of Houston by Cart: $115
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Houston, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Houston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Houston 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 Houston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Houston 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 Houston.
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 Houston 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.