Which place is cheaper, Sun Valley or Round Pond?
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 Round Pond or Sun Valley?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Round Pond or Sun Valley, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Round Pond or Sun Valley?
Round Pond
Round Pond is a little village located in the town of Bristol, formerly known as Pemaquid. The area draws visitors for a closer to nature experience along Maine's rugged coastline. Bristol also houses the villages of New Harbor, Pemaquid, Bristol Mills, and Chamberlain, which all make up this popular fishing and resort area.
Sun Valley
Sun Valley is a beautiful resort city in the Wood River Valley area of Idaho, most famous for becoming a snowy wonderland every winter. The area was actually named the 2nd best ski resort by Ski Magazine and was a favorite place of escape for Ernest Hemingway. Whether you visit in winter or summer, you're always met with beautiful scenery that's perfect for exploring. The best time of year for winter activities is December-March, while June-August is best for hiking and exploring the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America, The Best Contiki Tours to United States of America, The Best G Adventures Tours to United States of America, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas.
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Round Pond Prices
USA PricesSun Valley Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRound Pond $174Sun Valley $219
The average daily cost (per person) in Round Pond is $174, while the average daily cost in Sun Valley is $219. 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 Round Pond and Sun Valley in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRound Pond $70Sun Valley $95
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRound Pond $140Sun Valley $190
Compare Hotels in Round Pond and Sun Valley
Looking for a hotel in Round Pond or Sun 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: Sun Valley Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Round Pond $60Sun Valley $61
Is it cheaper to fly into Round Pond or Sun Valley?
Prices for flights to both Sun Valley and Round Pond 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 dayRound Pond $70Sun Valley $83
Typical Food Prices in Round Pond
Some typical examples of dining costs in Round Pond are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$28
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Round Pond $20Sun Valley $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRound Pond $12Sun Valley $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Round Pond and Sun Valley, we can see that Sun Valley is more expensive. And not only is Round Pond much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Round Pond would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Round Pond 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 Sun Valley would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sun Valley than you might in Round Pond.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Round Pond Expensive? and Is Sun Valley 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.