A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Udaipur vs. Roatan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Udaipur or Roatan?

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 Udaipur and Roatan. 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: Udaipur or Roatan?

Udaipur

Udaipur, also known as the "Venice of the East," is becoming increasingly popular as an Indian wedding destination as well as with travelers searching for a romantic and picturesque city, rich with history, scenic areas, and palaces.

The "City of Lakes" is located in south of Rajasthan. There are a total of ten lakes in the lake system, which are connected and sustain water for drinking, irrigation and industrial use, which contributes to another reason for Udaipur's booming tourism: alcohol.

Udaipur has ideal climate and available water to support a liquor plant while a number of other Indian states ban the consumption of liquor altogether. Many local tourists, such as those from the neighboring dry state of Gujarat on the west, visit Udaipur specifically for this reason, especially considering that Gujarati alcohol prices are much higher and liquor must be purchased through the black market. It's no wonder why Udaipur is the destination for celebrations and vacation.

Udaipur has tropical weather and three main seasons, which are summer, monsoon, and winter. Winter, which takes place between September to March, is the most pleasant time to visit for sunny and warm days and cool nights.

Udaipur was also made famous in the James Bond film Octopussy. Several local hotels show the film nightly.

Roatan

Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in India, The Best Adventure Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.


Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Udaipur?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Udaipur is $39, while the average daily cost in Roatan is $42. 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 Udaipur and Roatan in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Udaipur $15
    Roatan $11
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Udaipur $30
    Roatan $22
Compare Hotels in Udaipur and Roatan

Looking for a hotel in Udaipur or Roatan? 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 Udaipur


Hotels in Roatan


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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: Udaipur Hotel Prices and Roatan Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Udaipur $6.71
    Roatan $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Udaipur

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Udaipur:


  • Tuk Tuk Ride
    $0.45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Udaipur

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Udaipur:

  • Private Transfer From Udaipur Hotel To Udaipur Airport: $14
  • Udaipur Airport to Udaipur Hotels drop: Private Transfers: $14
  • Private Udaipur Arrival Transfer - Airport to Hotel/Accommodation: $14
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur Airport To Udaipur Hotel: $16
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur Hotel To Udaipur Airport: $17
  • Udaipur Hotels to Udaipur Airport drop: Private Transfers: $17
  • Airport Transfer: Maharana Pratap Airport to Hotels in Udaipur: $21
  • Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Udaipur Airport: $23
  • Round Trip Transfers to Sajjangarh Monsoon Palace with tickets: $23
  • Udaipur Airport Transfers: $27
  • Udaipur to Ahmedabad private transfers: $38
  • Private Transfer From Udaipur To Jodhpur Via Jain Temple & Kumbhalgarh Fort: $45

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:


  • Water Taxi
    $4.00

Is it cheaper to fly into Udaipur or Roatan?

Prices for flights to both Roatan and Udaipur 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
    Udaipur $18
    Roatan $15

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Udaipur

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

  • Cooking class and dinner with Rekha family with full meals: $16
  • Durga Cooking Class: $16
  • Learn Cooking class + Meals with Spice & Veg Market visits: $28
  • Kusum's Cooking lesson : $57
  • Jag Mandir Island Dinner with Boat Ride transfers: $104

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Udaipur $6.80
    Roatan $26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Udaipur

Here are a few typical costs in Udaipur for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Palace Entrance Fee
    $1.14
  • Lake Boat Tour
    $2.27

Tours and Activities in Udaipur

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

  • Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car- All Inclusive.: $4.96
  • Delwara Handicraft Experience: $8.67
  • Jaipur City Full Day Tour By Tuk-Tuk: $9.24
  • Udaipur Walking Tour(2 Hours Guided Walk): $9.24
  • Full-Day Private Udaipur Three wheeled Tuk Tuk Sightseeing : $10
  • Savor a Handcrafted Indian Meal at Home The Dining Experience: $11
  • Udaipur Heritage City and Local Market Walking tour: $11
  • Private Udaipur Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Car with Driver: $12
  • Heritage & Cultural Walk of Udaipur (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $13
  • Agra: Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh Sunset Viewpoint Tour: $14
  • Udaipur Full Day Sightseeing Tour By Tuk Tuk: $15
  • Udaipur Half Day City Tour by Tuk Tuk: $16

Tours and Activities in Roatan

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

  • Monkeys and sloths, private tour , and beach: $89

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Udaipur $8.46
    Roatan $6.64

Sample the Local Flavors in Udaipur

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

  • Pub Crawl Udaipur: $37


When comparing the travel costs between Udaipur and Roatan, we can see that Roatan 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 Udaipur is in Asia and Roatan is in Central America, 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 Udaipur Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Udaipur or Roatan?

Udaipur has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Udaipur and Roatan, 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.