A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Naples vs. Saint Croix for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Naples or Saint Croix?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Naples and Saint Croix 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: Naples or Saint Croix?

Naples

Located on the Gulf of Mexico on Florida's southwest coast, Naples is a city best known for its high-end shopping opportunities and golf courses, as well as miles of beaches with calm waters and fine sugar-white sand.

Saint Croix

Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.

The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.

This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, and The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Naples?

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

  • Naples Prices
    USA Prices
    Saint Croix Prices
    USVI Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Naples $277
    Saint Croix $277

The average daily cost (per person) in Naples is $277, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Naples and Saint Croix in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Naples $119
    Saint Croix $149
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Naples $238
    Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Naples and Saint Croix

Looking for a hotel in Naples or Saint Croix? 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 Naples


Hotels in Saint Croix


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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: Naples Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Naples $62
    Saint Croix $35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:

  • St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
  • St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
  • St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
  • Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
  • Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
  • Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
  • Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
  • Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
  • Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167

Is it cheaper to fly into Naples or Saint Croix?

Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Naples 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
    Naples $121
    Saint Croix $97

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Naples

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

  • Tiramisu Cooking Class Carole's Place Cafe Naples, Fl: $99
  • Pasta Making Cooking Class Carole's Place Cafe Naples Fl: $140
  • Dubai Chocolate Cooking class Carole's Place Cafe Naples Fl: $150
  • Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Naples Florida: $224

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix

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

  • A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
  • A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
  • C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
  • Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Naples $26
    Saint Croix $58

Tours and Activities in Naples

For Naples, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Self Guided EcoTour: Clear/Standard Kayaks -Bonita Springs: $25
  • Self-Guided Island Tour: CLEAR/Standard Kayak, SUP-Bonita Springs: $30
  • Easy Ride Pedal Kayak Tour Marco Island & Naples (Pedal or Paddle: $41
  • Guided Tour of Naples on a Vintage Trolley (Hop on - Hop off): $45
  • Beginner Friendly 1-Hour Paddle Tour by Kayak or SUP: $45
  • Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Moped Tour - Fun For All: $46
  • Naples Florida: Electric Mix & Match Tour - Fun For All Ages: $46
  • Naples Florida: Downtown Electric Trike Tour - Family Fun: $46
  • Naples, Florida: Guided Trolley Tour (Hop-On Hop-Off): $47
  • Catamaran Cruises with Wildlife Views: $49
  • Segway Electric Moped Tour - Fun Activity Downtown Naples: $49
  • 90 Minute Segway Tour - Explore Naples Florida - Family Fun: $49

Tours and Activities in Saint Croix

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

  • Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
  • Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
  • Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
  • Horseback Riding Experience: $160
  • Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
  • Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
  • St Croix Island Tour: $118
  • St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
  • The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Naples $38
    Saint Croix $27

Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix

Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35


When comparing the travel costs between Naples and Saint Croix, we can see that Naples is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Naples is in North America and Saint Croix is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

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