A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers London vs. Roatan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit London or Roatan?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between London and Roatan can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: London or Roatan?

London

The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.

Roatan

Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.


Which place is cheaper, Roatan or London?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in London is £217, while the average daily cost in Roatan is £31. 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 London and Roatan in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    London £125
    Roatan £7.77
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    London £250
    Roatan £16
Compare Hotels in London and Roatan

Looking for a hotel in London or Roatan? 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.

Hotels in London


Hotels in Roatan


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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: London Hotel Prices and Roatan Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    London £26
    Roatan £13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:


  • Taxi Ride
    £15
  • Heathrow Express
    £18
  • Luggage Storage
    £8.00
  • London Map
    £1.29
  • Oyster Card
    £36
  • Train to Gatwick Airport (2)
    £22
  • Oyster Card
    £27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in London

Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Bus Transfer Between Heathrow Airport & Radisson RED: $9.16
  • Transfer Heathrow Airport to/from Renaissance Hotel: $11
  • Bus Transfer between Heathrow Airport & Premier Inn: $11
  • Stansted airport: Bus transfer from/to Cambridge: $13
  • Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $16
  • Gatwick Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol: $16
  • Bus Transfer between Heathrow & Luton Airports: $17
  • Manchester Airport : Bus transferring to/from London: $17
  • Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $18
  • Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol City Center: $18
  • Heathrow Airport to/from Southampton Bus Transfer: $24
  • Departure Private Transfer Argostoli to Kephalonia Airport EFL in Business Car: $25

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:


  • Water Taxi
    £2.96

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:

  • Roatan Island Buggy Adventure plus Transfer: $217
  • Roatan Buggy Adventure, Monkey & Sloth Park, Beach Pass plus Private Transfer: $207
  • Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $155
  • Discover Scuba Diving in Roatan at Upachaya with Private Transfer: $150
  • Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $124
  • South Side Horseback Riding, Beach Break & Roundway Transfer: $120
  • Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $115
  • Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $99
  • West Bay Aquarium Snorkeling, Chocolate & Rum Factory, City Tour plus Transfer: $91
  • Ground transfers and ticket ferry to Utila or La Ceiba: $80
  • Catch a ride to West Bay & back to Port, Hotel, or Airport (Roundtrip Transfer): $75
  • Mayan Eden Eco Wildlife Park, City Tour & Private Transfer: $67

Is it cheaper to fly into London or Roatan?

Prices for flights to both Roatan and London 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    London £59
    Roatan £11
Typical Food Prices in London

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:


  • Lunch at Starbucks
    £13
  • Tea
    £6.00
  • Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason
    £39
  • Morning Tea
    £6.35
  • Pastry
    £5.00
  • Sushi Dinner for One
    £18

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London

For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Borough Market Food Tour - Self Guided: $7.00
  • Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour: $41
  • Hard Rock Cafe London Old Park Lane with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $41
  • Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $43
  • Pizza and Beer Bus Experience: $67
  • Pizza Express Dinner and Comedy Show Experience in Covent Garden: $75
  • International Stand Up Show & Monmouth K. Dinner in Covent Garden: $89
  • International Stand Up Show & Flesh & Buns Dinner, Covent Garden: $89
  • Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in North London Home : $94
  • Borough Market Christmas Food Tour with Tea and Doughnuts: $96
  • Tea and Doughnuts: Small-Group Borough Market Walking Food Tour : $96
  • Traditional English Walking Food Tour With London Food Tours: $103

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.

  • Authentic Roatan Cooking Class and Cultural Experience: $125

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    London £33
    Roatan £19
Typical Entertainment Prices in London

For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Two Tickets to a Concert
    £83
  • London Symphony Orchestra
    £34
  • London Pass
    £47
  • Comedy Show
    £8.00

Tours and Activities in London

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.

  • London Mob Revenge in Westminster: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
  • Camden Town's Quirky Characters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
  • Soho's Contribution to Health Care History Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
  • Kew Gardens, Richmond - Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.83
  • Brixton Self-Guided Music Walking Tour - Guided By Historian: $6.83
  • Jazz Notes - Jazz Jam Ticket: $6.85
  • Harry Potter's London Self-Guided Tour for Muggles with an App: $6.93
  • Bloomsbury's Contribution to Health Care History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • Soho Instagram Self-Guided Walking Tour - Top Photo Spots: $7.00
  • Jack the Ripper in Quest Experience: $7.16
  • London Sherlock Holmes: Crack the Case Walking Adventure: $7.16
  • Bustling Bloomsbury: A Self-Guided Street Photography Tour: $7.99

Tours and Activities in Roatan

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:

  • ATVs ,Zipline ,island tour with sloths Sanctuary and Tastings: $130
  • Bay Islands ATV City Tour and Wildlife Sanctuary Visit: $128
  • Exclusive Roatan Islands Tour Monkey Sloth birds : $54
  • Roatan Blue channel Snorkeling Tour with Beach Break: $70
  • 1 HR Horseback riding + Sloths, Island Tour & Beach Break : $115
  • 2-Hour Private Off Road ATV and Beach Experience in Bay Islands: $90
  • 4 Hours Private Tour with Snorkel Experience in Roatan: $50
  • 4-Hour Private Tour to Roatan Island: $52
  • ATV Adventure , Zip Line , Horseback Ride Combo Tour: $175
  • ATV Ride and Animals Park Tour Mahogany Bay and Ports Roatan: $135
  • ATV Safari and Horseback Adventure at Mahogany Bay: $132
  • Adventures of Roatan ATV Pineapple beach break: $120

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    London £15
    Roatan £4.91

Sample the Local Flavors in London

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:

  • London Pub Crawl: $29
  • Small Group Covent Garden Historic Pub Tour in London: $34
  • London Calling Pub Crawl Shots Pints Pubs & Good Times: $34
  • The Great East London Pub Crawl!: $34
  • Camden Pub Crawl in London: $34
  • Pub Crawl of Central London: $35
  • Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Complimentary Tasting: $41
  • Potter Pub Tour for Muggles: London: $44
  • Beer Babe Bar Crawl in London: $52
  • Historic London Pub Tour: $55
  • London Soho Rock and Roll Pub Tour with Guide: $65
  • East End Craft Brewery Tour: $67


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between London and Roatan, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since London is in Europe and Roatan 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 Roatan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Roatan 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Roatan.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is London Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, London or Roatan?

London has a larger population, and is about 990 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of London and Roatan, 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.