Cost of Living in Port-au-Prince
How much does it cost to visit Port-au-Prince? Daily budgets, accommodation costs, and real price examples for 2026.
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Daily Budget Breakdown
Budget
Hostels, street food, free attractions
HTG 60
per day
Weekly: HTG 420
Monthly: HTG 1800
Examples
- 🏨Hotel Oloffson (basic room)HTG 20
- 🍽️Local street food (griot, banan peze)HTG 15
- 🚌Tap tap shared rideHTG 10
- 🎟️Visit the Iron Market (Marché en Fer)HTG 15
Mid-Range
3-star hotels, restaurants, guided tours
HTG 150
per day
Weekly: HTG 1050
Monthly: HTG 4500
Examples
- 🏨Hotel Plaza (standard room)HTG 60
- 🍽️Restaurant Le Quisqueya (lunch buffet)HTG 30
- 🚌Private taxi for a few hoursHTG 30
- 🎟️Explore the National Pantheon Museum of Haiti (MUPANAH)HTG 15
- 🎟️Visit the Cathedral of Port-au-Prince ruinsHTG 5
Luxury
5-star hotels, fine dining, private tours
HTG 400
per day
Weekly: HTG 2800
Monthly: HTG 12000
Examples
- 🏨Habitation des Lauriers (boutique hotel)HTG 150
- 🍽️Restaurant Le Perchoir (dinner with a view)HTG 100
- 🚌Private car with driver for the dayHTG 100
- 🎟️Visit the Jacmel Art Center and galleriesHTG 25
- 🎟️Enjoy a private cooking class focusing on Haitian cuisineHTG 25
Cost by Category
accommodation
3000-15000 HTG
food
2000-6000 HTG
Transport
3000-8000 HTG
activities
1000-4000 HTG
Cost by Neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | Budget Level | vs City Centre | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pétion-Ville | Luxury | higher | luxury, couples |
| Delmas | Mid-range | average | families, digital nomads |
| Turgeau | Budget | lower | culture, budget |
Money-Saving Tips for Port-au-Prince
🏨 Accommodation
- Stay in budget neighbourhoods outside the tourist centre
- Book apartments for longer stays (weekly discounts)
- Travel in shoulder season for lower hotel rates
- Compare prices across multiple booking platforms
🍽️ Food & Drink
- Eat where locals eat, away from tourist hotspots
- Try street food and market stalls for cheap eats
- Buy lunch specials instead of evening meals
- Cook some meals if your accommodation has a kitchen
🚌 Transport
- Buy multi-day transit passes for unlimited travel
- Walk between nearby attractions to save fares
- Use public transport over taxis where possible
- Book airport transfers in advance for fixed prices
🎟️ Activities
- Take free walking tours (tip-based)
- Look for free museum days or discounted hours
- Book tours and activities online for lower prices
- Explore parks, markets, and neighbourhoods on foot
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FAQ: Port-au-Prince Costs
How much does it cost to visit Port-au-Prince?
Budget travellers can visit Port-au-Prince for around HTG 60/day (HTG 420/week). Mid-range travellers should budget HTG 150/day, while luxury travel costs around HTG 400/day.
Is Port-au-Prince expensive?
Port-au-Prince is moderately priced. At HTG 60/day for budget travellers, it offers good value compared to major Western capitals.
How much should I budget per day in Port-au-Prince?
For a comfortable mid-range experience in Port-au-Prince, budget HTG 150/day. This covers a decent hotel, meals at sit-down restaurants, public transport, and a couple of activities.
What is the cheapest way to visit Port-au-Prince?
Budget travellers in Port-au-Prince can get by on HTG 60/day by staying in hostels or budget hotels, eating street food and local restaurants, using public transport, and choosing free walking tours and public attractions.