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

Should you visit Naples or Saint John?

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 John 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 John?

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 John

With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.

This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.

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 John 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 John Prices
    USVI Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Naples $277
    Saint John $233

The average daily cost (per person) in Naples is $277, while the average daily cost in Saint John is $233. 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 John in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Naples $119
    Saint John $106
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Naples $238
    Saint John $212
Compare Hotels in Naples and Saint John

Looking for a hotel in Naples or Saint John? 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 John


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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.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Naples $62
    Saint John $49

Is it cheaper to fly into Naples or Saint John?

Prices for flights to both Saint John 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 John $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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Naples $26
    Saint John $23

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 John

Here are a few actual costs in Saint John for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • St. John: A Private Island Adventure Tour & Trunk Bay Beach: $627

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Naples $38
    Saint John $44


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

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 John Expensive?.