Which place is cheaper, Maui or Eureka Springs?
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 Eureka Springs or Maui?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eureka Springs or Maui, 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: Eureka Springs or Maui?
Eureka Springs
Eureka Springs is a resort town in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. It offers a variety of dining and shopping such as local crafts and art galleries. Nearby is Beaver Lake. Most of the town is a Victorian village, it has a European look and feel with Victorian cottages and homes spilling over steep winding streets.
The entire city is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This is because most of the town contains old history buildings which were constructed as a result of the town's unique history. The town was founded and grew very quickly. On July 4, 1879, the town was founded, and by the end of that year reached a population of 10,000. The reason for the town's growth was the area's numerous cold water springs which at the time were thought to have medicinal healing properties. However, this claim was fairly short lived, and when the tourism boom busted, the new town full of Victorian homes was left in the Ozark wilderness without an economy. Then, few new buildings were built. Hundreds of Victorian homes have remained and been preserved ranging from tiny cottages to huge mansions. In the Spring of 2001, Eureka Springs was named one of 12 Distinctive Destinations by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Maui
Who hasn't spent at least one Monday morning fantasizing about holding a mai tai on a Hawaiian beach? A trip to Maui may be just what we all have in mind, but it's so much more than a drink on a sandy towel.
At over 700 square miles, the island of Maui is the second largest of the Hawaiian islands with a small population of just over 140,000 people. The island enjoys approximately two seasons a year with a mild climate just about everywhere. Rough living, right?
Voted "Best Island in the World" by many in the travel industry, Maui is the center for whale watching, relaxing on the beach, snorkeling, and the home of a large and lush rainforest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.
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Eureka Springs Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEureka Springs $155Maui $343
The average daily cost (per person) in Eureka Springs is $155, while the average daily cost in Maui is $343. 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 Eureka Springs and Maui in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEureka Springs $100Maui $141
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEureka Springs $200Maui $282
Compare Hotels in Eureka Springs and Maui
Looking for a hotel in Eureka Springs or Maui? 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: Eureka Springs Hotel Prices and Maui Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eureka Springs $47Maui $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maui
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maui:
- VIP Private Maui OGG Arrival Transfer in Black Cadillac Escalade: $259
- Private Transfer from Lahaina Cruise Port to Kahului Airport(OGG): $173
- Private Transfer from Lahaina Cruise Port to Maui city hotels: $172
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $79
- Private Transfer Kahului Airport OGG to Maui Kihei Lahaina Wailea: $42
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $41
- Maui Kahului Airport OGG Arrival Private Transfer: $39
- Maui to Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Private Arrival Transfer from Maui Kahului Airport OGG: $39
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $20
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Maui Airport to Hotel: $16
Is it cheaper to fly into Eureka Springs or Maui?
Prices for flights to both Maui and Eureka Springs 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 dayEureka Springs $32Maui $162
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Maui
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Maui.
- From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver: $140
- Farm to Taco: A Farm to Table Cooking Class: $149
- Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise : $150
- Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach: $154
- Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise - A Hawaiian Hula Experience: $158
- South Gilligans' Island Luau with Dinner and Drinks: $166
- Mystery Puzzle Food Tour in Lahaina for 2 People: $170
- Maui Premium Dinner Cruise: Four Course Dining Experience: $170
- Authentic Hawaiian Dinner Pa'ina with Natives in Hana: $185
- Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch: $189
- Wailele Luau Including Fire and Knife Performance Plus Dinner: $219
- Haleakala Maui Sunset Twilight Tour with Dinner: $255
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eureka Springs -Maui $38
Tours and Activities in Maui
Here are a few actual costs in Maui for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kayak and Whale Watching Tour: $125
- Private Upcountry Farm Tour on Maui : $300
- 1pm Haleakala Unguided Downhill Tour : $99
- 2 Hour Maui Dolphin Watch Sightsee Raft Tour (Semi-Private): $97
- 2-Hour Ma'alaea Humpback Whale Watching Cruise for up to 6 Guests: $269
- 2.5 Hour Whale Escape Tour: $177
- 4 Dual-Zipline Mountain Adventure in Maui: $200
- 4-Hour Makena Whale Watch Tour: $135
- 6 Dual-Zipline Mountain Adventure in Maui: $229
- 9am Haleakala Guided Downhill Tour : $149
- All-Inclusive 5.5 hr La Perouse Bay & Molokini Sea Cave Boat Tour: $216
- Best Haleakala Downhill Self-Guided Bike Tour with Maui Sunriders: $139
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEureka Springs -Maui $41
Sample the Local Flavors in Maui
Also in Maui, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Brewery and Beach Cruise in a Vintage VW Bus : $229
- Maui Tour : Iao Valley, Hawaiian Distillery and Lavender Farm Tour: $300
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eureka Springs and Maui, we can see that Maui is more expensive. And not only is Eureka Springs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Eureka Springs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Eureka Springs 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 Maui would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Maui than you might in Eureka Springs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eureka Springs Expensive? and Is Maui 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.