Which place is cheaper, Suzhou or Hat Yai?
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 Hat Yai or Suzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hat Yai and Suzhou can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hat Yai or Suzhou?
Hat Yai
The fourth largest city of Thailand, Hat Yai is a popular tourist destination, especially on weekends and holidays for people in neighboring Malaysia and Singapore. It is best known as a commercial hub and shopping destination, and for its floating market and Buddhist temple.
Suzhou
Suzhou is a city in Jiangsu province famed for its beautiful gardens and traditional waterside architecture, featuring elaborate canals and bridges. Located on the Yangtze Delta, the city consists largely of waterways making Suzhou a kind of 'Venice of the Orient.' It is also a hub for scholars, artists, and skilled craftsmen.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand, The Best G Adventures Tours to Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHat Yai $36Suzhou $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Hat Yai is $36, while the average daily cost in Suzhou is $127. 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 Hat Yai and Suzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHat Yai $16Suzhou $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHat Yai $32Suzhou $78
Compare Hotels in Hat Yai and Suzhou
Looking for a hotel in Hat Yai or Suzhou? 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: Hat Yai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hat Yai $0.72Suzhou $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hat Yai
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hat Yai:
- Private Hatyai Airport Transfer to Pak Bara Pier by Van: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Suzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Suzhou:
- Suzhou Gardens Entry Ticket with Optional Guide&Transfer Services: $8.00
- Private Round Trip Transfer to Tianping Mountain from Suzhou: $51
- Private Round-Trip Transfer between Zhouzhuang Water Town and Suzhou City: $58
- Private Round Trip Transfer from Suzhou to Luzhi Water Town: $64
- Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport Private Departure Transfer from Suzhou: $80
- Shanghai Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Zhouzhuang Water Town : $81
- Suzhou Private Transfer to Zhouzhuang Water Town with Shanghai Drop-off Option: $84
- Suzhou Private Transfer to Tongli Water Town with Shanghai Drop-off Option: $84
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport Private Departure Transfer from Suzhou: $87
- Shanghai Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Tongli Water Town : $90
- Hangzhou Private Transfer from Suzhou with Stop-over at Wuzhen Water Town : $144
- Suzhou to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfer : $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Hat Yai or Suzhou?
Prices for flights to both Suzhou and Hat Yai 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 dayHat Yai $18Suzhou $57
Typical Food Prices in Hat Yai
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hat Yai are as follows:
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Roti Snack$0.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Suzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Suzhou.
- Suzhou Alleyway Walking Food Tour: $55
- Suzhou Alleyway Food Tour: $63
- Half-Day Private Customized Suzhou Highlights with Lunch or Dinner Option: $123
- Private Suzhou Night Tour:Master of the Nets Garden, Ancient Canal with Dinner: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hat Yai -Suzhou $9.47
Tours and Activities in Suzhou
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Suzhou are as follows:
- Tiger Hill Ticket Booking: $14
- Lingering Garden Ticket Booking: $15
- Humble Administrator's Garden Ticket Booking: $18
- Huqiu Adult Tickets without Time Slots: $20
- Suzhou:Humble Administrator's Garden Ticket for Adult: $22
- Suzhou Brunch Guided Walking Tour: $55
- Suzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service : $65
- Zen Culture and Garden Tour: $68
- Zhouzhuang and Tongli Self-Guided Tour from Suzhou with Drop-off Options : $72
- 4-Hour Suzhou Private Customized Tour: $80
- Shantang Street Shared Suzhou Walking Tour: $80
- Suzhou Private English Tour Guide Service: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHat Yai $2.64Suzhou $6.50
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hat Yai
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hat Yai:
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Beer$1.88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hat Yai and Suzhou, we can see that Suzhou is more expensive. And not only is Hat Yai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hat Yai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hat Yai 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 Suzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Suzhou than you might in Hat Yai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hat Yai Expensive? and Is Suzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hat Yai or Suzhou?
Suzhou has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Hat Yai. When comparing the sizes of Hat Yai and Suzhou, 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.
When is the best time to visit Hat Yai or Suzhou?
Suzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hat Yai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hat Yai or Suzhou in the Summer?
Both Suzhou and Hat Yai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hat Yai throughout the year.
In the summer, Hat Yai is around the same temperature as Suzhou. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hat Yai in July average around 29°C (83°F), and Suzhou averages at about 28°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Suzhou. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hat Yai. Hat Yai usually receives less sunshine than Suzhou during summer. Hat Yai gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Suzhou receives 232 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Suzhou. It's quite rainy in Hat Yai. In July, Hat Yai usually receives less rain than Suzhou. Hat Yai gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 128 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHat Yai 29°C (83°F)Suzhou 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Hat Yai or Suzhou in the Autumn?
Both Suzhou and Hat Yai during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hat Yai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Hat Yai is generally much warmer than Suzhou. Daily temperatures in Hat Yai average around 28°C (82°F), and Suzhou fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
In the autumn, Hat Yai often gets more sunshine than Suzhou. Hat Yai gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Suzhou receives 162 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hat Yai. Hat Yai usually gets more rain in October than Suzhou. Hat Yai gets 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year. May to December is the rainy season in Hat Yai.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHat Yai 28°C (82°F)Suzhou 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Hat Yai or Suzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hat Yai and Suzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hat Yai year-round.
Suzhou can get quite cold in the winter. Hat Yai is much warmer than Suzhou in the winter. The daily temperature in Hat Yai averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Suzhou fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
In Hat Yai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hat Yai usually receives more sunshine than Suzhou during winter. Hat Yai gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Suzhou receives 135 hours of full sun in the winter.
Hat Yai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Hat Yai usually receives more rain than Suzhou. Hat Yai gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter. January to April in Hat Yai is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHat Yai 28°C (82°F)Suzhou 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Hat Yai or Suzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hat Yai as well as Suzhou. Hat Yai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Hat Yai is much warmer than Suzhou. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hat Yai in April average around 30°C (85°F), and Suzhou averages at about 15°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hat Yai this time of the year. In the spring, Hat Yai often gets more sunshine than Suzhou. Hat Yai gets 265 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Suzhou receives 153 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Suzhou. Hat Yai usually gets less rain in April than Suzhou. Hat Yai gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Suzhou receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to April in Hat Yai is the dry season. May to December in Hat Yai is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHat Yai 30°C (85°F)Suzhou 15°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Suzhou and Hat Yai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 30°C (85°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 113 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (83°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 156 mm (6.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 588 mm (23.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 404 mm (15.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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