Which place is cheaper, Napa Valley or Negril?
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 Negril or Napa Valley?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Negril and Napa Valley. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Negril or Napa Valley?
Negril
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
Napa Valley
Napa Valley, in the Bay Area of California, is a popular destination for its wineries and beautiful scenery. The area, referred to as Wine Country, is just north of San Francisco and makes for a great day or weekend trip. Many honeymooners visit the area for its romantic setting and popular bed and breakfasts. The best time to visit is during the months of September and October when the grapes are wipe. This time is referred to as the harvest "crush." The summer months are also a popular time but the crowds are often overwhelming.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to United States of America, and The Best G Adventures Tours to United States of America.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $150Napa Valley $333
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $150, while the average daily cost in Napa Valley is $333. 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 Negril and Napa Valley in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $102Napa Valley $126
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $204Napa Valley $252
Compare Hotels in Negril and Napa Valley
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Napa Valley? 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: Negril Hotel Prices and Napa Valley Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.39Napa Valley $183
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:
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Taxi From Airport$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril
Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kingston to North Coast Tour with Private Transfer: $228
- Private Airport Transfer Montego Bay and Negril: $200
- Grand Palladium Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $200
- Private Airport Transfer Royalton Negril: $200
- Private Transfers-Negril and Runaway Bay hotels(Round Trip): $180
- Private Transfer from Jamaica (MBJ) Airport to Negril: $174
- Luxury Grand Palladium Transfer: $144
- Montego Bay Airport (MBJ) to Negril hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $139
- Montego Bay Airport Transfers to Negril Hotels: $134
- Private Airport transfer to/from all hotels in Negril round trip: $130
- Private Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Negril/Westmoreland Hotel: $123
- Club Kingston VIP Lounge & Fast Track with Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Napa Valley
Also for Napa Valley, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- San Francisco Airport Private Transfer to Napa Valley: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Napa Valley?
Prices for flights to both Napa Valley and Negril 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 dayNegril $38Napa Valley $108
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner in the Sky Jamaica Round Trip Taxi & Guide only: $42
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $80
- Zimbali Mountain Cooking Studio: $105
- Local food tour and local fields : $164
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Napa Valley
For Napa Valley, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Zero Proof Libations and Food Tour of Downtown Napa: $159
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Napa Valley $28
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril
For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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2 Hr Horseback Ride$42
Tours and Activities in Negril
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.
- Rick's Cafe Sunset Cruise : $60
- ATV's, Shopping, Seven Mile Beach,Catamaran Cruise to Ricks Cafe : $130
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour: $113
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Negril: $232
- Appleton and Y.S Falls Tour from Negril Hotels: $261
- Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour: $156
- Bambuza ATV, Zipline and Horseback Adventure from Negril: $190
- Benta River & Falls Private Tour From Montego Bay/Negril: $150
- Black River Safari & YS Falls Guided Tour with Lunch & Admission from Negril: $145
- Black River Safari and YS Falls Tour from Negril: $232
- Blue Hole Secret Falls and Dunns River Falls Adventure: $134
- Boat tour: $117
Tours and Activities in Napa Valley
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Napa Valley.
- 3 Hour Electric Trike Sunset Tour at Sonoma: $175
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour Around Bodega Head : $9.99
- Behind-the-Scenes Food and Wine E-Bike Tour: $159
- Full-Day Napa Valley E-Bike Tour with Picnic Lunch: $224
- Half Day Bike Tour: $139
- Half Day Tour: $139
- Half-Day Napa Valley E-Bike Tour: $169
- Napa Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Napa Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Napa Valley & Sonoma Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour: $25
- Napa Valley Daily Join In Group Wineries Tour Including Lunch: $125
- Napa Valley Mountainside Small Group Winery Tour: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.74Napa Valley $66
Sample the Local Flavors in Negril
Also in Negril, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Negril One Love Bus Bar Crawl: $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Napa Valley
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Napa Valley:
- Napa Exploration Wine Tasting: $78
- Serene and Romantic Wine Tasting Next to the Vines in Napa Valley: $85
- Guided Wine Tour with Picnic Lunch: $137
- ATV Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting: $150
- ATV Vineyard Tour with Wine Tasting: $155
- Intro to Wine Tasting with Napa Sommelière : $156
- #1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine Tasting & History Tour (Public Tour): $189
- Healdsburg Cycling Wine Tour : $199
- Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour | 6-8hr Private Fully Customized.*XL SUV: $250
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Napa Valley, we can see that Napa Valley is more expensive. And not only is Negril much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Napa Valley is in North 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 Negril would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Negril 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 Napa Valley would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Napa Valley than you might in Negril.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Napa Valley Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or Napa Valley?
Napa Valley has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril and Napa Valley, 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 Negril or Napa Valley?
Napa Valley has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Negril experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Negril or Napa Valley in the Summer?
Both Napa Valley and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Napa Valley because of the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Negril is a little warmer than Napa Valley. Typically, the summer temperatures in Negril in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Napa Valley averages at about 73°F (23°C).
It's quite sunny in Napa Valley. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives less sunshine than Napa Valley during summer. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies, while Napa Valley receives 439 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Negril. In July, Negril usually receives more rain than Napa Valley. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 0.1 inches (2 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Napa Valley 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Negril or Napa Valley in the Autumn?
Both Napa Valley and Negril during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Napa Valley this time of year.
In October, Negril is generally much warmer than Napa Valley. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 27°C (81°F), and Napa Valley fluctuates around 62°F (17°C).
In Napa Valley, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the autumn, Negril often gets less sunshine than Napa Valley. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Napa Valley receives 300 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in October than Napa Valley. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 1.3 inches (33 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Napa Valley 62°F (17°C)
Should I visit Negril or Napa Valley in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Napa Valley. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Napa Valley for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Negril is much warmer than Napa Valley in the winter. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Napa Valley fluctuates around 46°F (8°C).
In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives more sunshine than Napa Valley during winter. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Napa Valley receives 149 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Negril usually receives less rain than Napa Valley. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 3.8 inches (96 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Napa Valley 46°F (8°C)
Should I visit Negril or Napa Valley in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Negril as well as Napa Valley. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Napa Valley in the spring for the natural beauty.
In the spring, Negril is much warmer than Napa Valley. Typically, the spring temperatures in Negril in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Napa Valley averages at about 56°F (13°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Napa Valley. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the spring, Negril often gets less sunshine than Napa Valley. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Napa Valley receives 328 hours of full sun.
Negril receives a lot of rain in the spring. Negril usually gets more rain in April than Napa Valley. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Napa Valley receives 1.2 inches (31 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Napa Valley 56°F (13°C)
Typical Weather for Napa Valley and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 56°F (13°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 inches (5 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 0.1 inches (2 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 inches (1 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 inches (7 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.3 inches (33 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) |
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.