Which place is cheaper, Maui or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Maui?
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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Maui. 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: Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Maui?
Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
An island of the Caribbean Netherlands, St. Eustatius, sometimes called Statia, is a small, relatively unknown destination to the greater tourist areas of the Caribbean. As a result, however, it is its own treasure consisting of a dormant volcano known as the Quill and featuring a lush rainforest, narrow volcanic beaches, many dive sites, and a quaint harbor town.
Maui
Who hasn't spent at least one Monday morning fantasizing about holding a mai tai on a Hawaiian beach? A trip to Maui may be just what we all have in mind, but it's so much more than a drink on a sandy towel.
At over 700 square miles, the island of Maui is the second largest of the Hawaiian islands with a small population of just over 140,000 people. The island enjoys approximately two seasons a year with a mild climate just about everywhere. Rough living, right?
Voted "Best Island in the World" by many in the travel industry, Maui is the center for whale watching, relaxing on the beach, snorkeling, and the home of a large and lush rainforest.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America.
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Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225Maui $343
The average daily cost (per person) in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225, while the average daily cost in Maui is $343. 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Maui in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92Maui $141
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184Maui $282
Compare Hotels in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Maui
Looking for a hotel in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Maui? 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: Maui Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70Maui $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- Private Airport Transfer to Belmont Estate Farm, Kititian Hill: $70
- Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
- ST Kitts private Luxury Air Port Transfer: $300
- Shared or Private St Kitts Airport Roundtrip Transfer : $32
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers : $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Maui
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Maui:
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $20
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $41
- Private Arrival Transfer from Maui Kahului Airport OGG: $39
- Private Transfer Kahului Airport OGG to Maui Kihei Lahaina Wailea: $42
- Private Transfer from Lahaina Cruise Port to Kahului Airport(OGG): $173
- Private Transfer from Lahaina Cruise Port to Maui city hotels: $173
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Maui Airport to Hotel: $16
- VIP Private Maui OGG Arrival Transfer in Black Cadillac Escalade: $259
Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Maui?
Prices for flights to both Maui and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89Maui $162
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Maui
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Maui.
- From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver: $140
- Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise : $150
- Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach: $154
- Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise - A Hawaiian Hula Experience: $158
- South Gilligans' Island Luau with Dinner and Drinks: $166
- Authentic Hawaiian Dinner Pa'ina with Natives in Hana: $185
- Wailele Luau Including Fire and Knife Performance Plus Dinner: $219
- Haleakala Maui Sunset Twilight Tour with Dinner: $255
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37Maui $38
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Capital and Beach Tour of St. Kitts and Nevis: $37
- Scenic City Tour and Beach Escape: $40
- Half-Island Tour of St Kitts: $46
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $60
- Full Island Private Tour: $60
- Rainforest Tours in St. Kitts: $62
- St Kitts Rainforest Tour: $65
- Private Waterskiing Experience in St. Kitts Frigate Bay: $65
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
- Basseterre Half Day Tour: $70
- St. Kitts Rainforest Tour: $70
- St Kitts Rainforest Nature Tour: $72
Tours and Activities in Maui
Here are a few actual costs in Maui for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Haleakala: $7.99
- Maui Beach Parks Self-Guided Driving Tour: $13
- Discover Lahaina: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Haleakala Sunrise Self-Guided Audio Tour: $20
- West Maui Self-Guided Audio Tour: $20
- Haleakala Sunset and Stargazing Audio Tour: $20
- Maui "Loop" Road To Hana Audio Driving Tour: $20
- Maui "Reverse" Road To Hana Audio Driving Tour: $20
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Maui: $25
- Ultimate Hawaii Road Trip: 4-Island Self-Guided Audio Tours: $27
- Hawaiian Islands Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle: $30
- West Maui eBike Self-Guided Island Adventure Tour: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26Maui $41
Sample the Local Flavors in Maui
Also in Maui, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Brewery and Beach Cruise in a Vintage VW Bus : $229
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Maui, we can see that Maui is more expensive. And not only is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is in Caribbean Islands and Maui 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 Maui would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Maui than you might in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive? and Is Maui Expensive?.
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.