Which place is cheaper, La Ceiba or Hvar?
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 Hvar or La Ceiba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hvar and La Ceiba 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: Hvar or La Ceiba?
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
La Ceiba
La Ceiba is the third largest city in Honduras, situated on the north Caribbean coast. The city has a population of about a quarter million people. Many people who visit this city do so before heading into Pico Bonito National Park. It hasn't had the best infrastructure for tourists in the past but is developing fast. It is about 200 kilometers from San Pedro Sula, another large city in Honduras.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHvar €131La Ceiba €63
The average daily cost (per person) in Hvar is €131, while the average daily cost in La Ceiba is €63. 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 Hvar and La Ceiba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHvar €38La Ceiba €19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHvar €76La Ceiba €38
Compare Hotels in Hvar and La Ceiba
Looking for a hotel in Hvar or La Ceiba? 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: Hvar Hotel Prices and La Ceiba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hvar €47La Ceiba €26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
- Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $585
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik with Korčula Stopover: $3,394
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Ceiba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in La Ceiba:
- From Copan: One Way Shared Transfer to La Ceiba: $29
- Ferry Transfer between La Ceiba and Roatán Island: $43
- From Roatan: One Way Shared transfer to La Ceiba: $49
- Private Transfer from Goloson Airport (LCE) to Banana Coast Port: $180
- Private Transfer from La Ceiba hotels to Banana Coast Cruise Port: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Hvar or La Ceiba?
Prices for flights to both La Ceiba and Hvar 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 dayHvar €66La Ceiba €25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Traditional Hvar Cooking Classes, Dinners & 'Poje' Field Tour!: $167
- Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $205
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $208
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner/Lunch: $256
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $298
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hvar €7.51La Ceiba €18
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- 50 Shades of Blue: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Boat Tour from Hvar: $12
- Local Delicacies Tasting Experience in Hvar Town: $24
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $24
- Private Multi-Activity Experience in Adventure Park Hvar Jelsa: $27
- Stand Up Paddle school - learn to SUP and make your first SUP tour: $30
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $32
- Timeless Old Town Walking Tour with Local Guide: $41
- Pakleni Islands Self-Guided Kayaking Tour: $53
- Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands: $54
- Romantic Sunset Sailing Experience On A Comfort Yacht: $68
- Red Rocks and Pakleni Islands Boat Tour with Swim: $70
- Hvar Island Self-Guided E-Bike Tour: $70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHvar €9.21La Ceiba €4.13
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Round Trip from Hvar - Family Winery at a Hilltop: $93
- Hvar Island E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting and Starters: $115
- Private Hvar Island Bike Tour and Wine Tasting: $117
- Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $129
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $173
- Private Best Beaches Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $1,001
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hvar and La Ceiba, we can see that Hvar is more expensive. And not only is La Ceiba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hvar is in Europe and La Ceiba is in Central 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 La Ceiba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Ceiba 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar than you might in La Ceiba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hvar Expensive? and Is La Ceiba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hvar or La Ceiba?
La Ceiba has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Hvar and La Ceiba, 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.