Which place is cheaper, Kotor or Chefchaouen?
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 Chefchaouen or Kotor?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Chefchaouen and Kotor can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Chefchaouen or Kotor?
Chefchaouen
To feel like you've really stepped back in time to the glory days of Morocco, you're going to want to spend time in Chefchaouen. This town's beautiful medina is filled with white washed buildings with blue highlights. The wandering alleyways provide a fairy tale setting where you can relax for a few days. This mountainous region is a humble example of the classic picture of this area. Set against the backdrop of the Rif Mountains, the white and powder blue accented buildings and call to calls to prayer throughout the day let every visitor know they've arrived in a relaxing spot of peace and serenity.
Kotor
A coastal town of Montenegro, Kotor is also a beautifully-preserved fortified, medieval town, featuring a labyrinth of cobbled streets, lively piazzas, historic churches, and a spread of bars and restaurants throughout its historic Old Town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco, The Best Luxury Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChefchaouen $78Kotor $153
The average daily cost (per person) in Chefchaouen is $78, while the average daily cost in Kotor is $153. 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 Chefchaouen and Kotor in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChefchaouen $27Kotor $57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChefchaouen $54Kotor $114
Compare Hotels in Chefchaouen and Kotor
Looking for a hotel in Chefchaouen or Kotor? 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: Chefchaouen Hotel Prices and Kotor Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chefchaouen $17Kotor $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Chefchaouen:
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Taxi Ride$1.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kotor
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kotor:
- Speedboat Tour or Transfer with Custom Options: $293
- Transfer Portonovi / Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik Old Town: $274
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): $242
- Kotor to Podgorica one way transfer: $227
- Private Transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Ulcinj: $211
- Old Town Budva and Kotor Guided Tour with Transfers: $176
- Montenegro: Podgorica Airport to One&Only One-Way Transfer: $166
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi to Tivat Airport (TIV): $162
- Private Transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) to Herceg Novi: $162
- Private transfer from Herceg Novi to Dubrovnik airport: $155
- Airport Transfer Tivat/Porto Montenegro to Portonovi /Herceg Novi: $155
- Private Transfer from Herceg Novi, Meljine or Igalo to Tivat airport: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Chefchaouen or Kotor?
Prices for flights to both Kotor and Chefchaouen 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 dayChefchaouen $34Kotor $86
Typical Food Prices in Chefchaouen
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Chefchaouen:
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Lunch for Two$9.96
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Dinner for Two$11
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Cupcake$0.33
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Nutella and Yogurt$2.21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kotor
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kotor.
- Handmade Pasta Cooking Class with Italian Chef in Montenegro: $54
- 3 Hour Kotor Food Tour - Rick Steves' Recommended: $167
- 3H Food Tour: $176
- Old Town Walking Tour and Cooking Class: $176
- Kotor City Tour and Cooking Class : $222
- Kotor private cooking class with lunch and Old town guided tour: $247
- Cooking class in a local home & old town walking tour: $334
- Private City Tour and Cooking Class: $363
- City, Perast, Our Lady of the Rocks and Cooking Class: $385
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chefchaouen $18Kotor $9.76
Tours and Activities in Kotor
Here are a few actual costs in Kotor for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3hr Blue Cave, Submarine Tunnel, and Lady of the Rocks Tour: $48
- Gourmet Sailing Day Adventure: $149
- Old Kotor ,Charming Perast & Our Lady of the Rocks Private tour : $101
- 1-Day Montenegro Hiking Tour to Durmitor National Park : $130
- 2025 Blue Cave Speedboat Tour from Kotor: $38
- 2025 Private Blue Cave Guided Speedboat adventure Tour from Kotor: $298
- 3 Hours Blue Cave Tour in Montenegro: $48
- 3-Hour Private Blue Cave Tour: $243
- 4 Hours Blue Cave Tour and Gastronomic Journey in Boka Bay: $82
- 7 hr private tour Perast, Kotor Bay & Blue Cave, lunch break: $701
- Adriatic Jewels Tour: Saint Stefan – Budva - Tivat : $267
- Adventure park ’Lovcen’ and Njegos’s Mausoleum : $216
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChefchaouen $15Kotor $9.98
Sample the Local Flavors in Kotor
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kotor:
- Kotor : Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour: $117
- Skadar Lake National Park with Wine Tasting: $468
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chefchaouen and Kotor, we can see that Kotor is more expensive. And not only is Chefchaouen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Chefchaouen is in Africa and Kotor is in Europe, 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 Chefchaouen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chefchaouen 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 Kotor would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kotor than you might in Chefchaouen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chefchaouen Expensive? and Is Kotor Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chefchaouen or Kotor?
Chefchaouen has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Kotor. When comparing the sizes of Chefchaouen and Kotor, 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 Chefchaouen or Kotor?
Kotor has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chefchaouen experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Chefchaouen or Kotor in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Chefchaouen as well as Kotor. Chefchaouen attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Kotor for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Chefchaouen is cooler than Kotor. Typically, the summer temperatures in Chefchaouen in July average around 24°C (74°F), and Kotor averages at about 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kotor. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Chefchaouen this time of the year. In the summer, Chefchaouen often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kotor. Chefchaouen gets 346 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 341 hours of full sun.
Chefchaouen usually gets less rain in July than Kotor. Chefchaouen gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyChefchaouen 24°C (74°F)Kotor 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Chefchaouen or Kotor in the Autumn?
Both Kotor and Chefchaouen are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chefchaouen throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Kotor because of the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Chefchaouen is generally a little warmer than Kotor. Daily temperatures in Chefchaouen average around 20°C (68°F), and Kotor fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Kotor. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen usually receives more sunshine than Kotor during autumn. Chefchaouen gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kotor. In October, Chefchaouen usually receives less rain than Kotor. Chefchaouen gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberChefchaouen 20°C (68°F)Kotor 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Chefchaouen or Kotor in the Winter?
Both Kotor and Chefchaouen during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chefchaouen because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the cuisine are the main draw to Kotor this time of year.
Chefchaouen is much warmer than Kotor in the winter. The daily temperature in Chefchaouen averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Kotor fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Chefchaouen often gets more sunshine than Kotor. Chefchaouen gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kotor receives 121 hours of full sun.
Kotor gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen usually gets less rain in January than Kotor. Chefchaouen gets 127 mm (5 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 186 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryChefchaouen 13°C (55°F)Kotor 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Chefchaouen or Kotor in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Chefchaouen and Kotor. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chefchaouen year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Kotor for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Chefchaouen is around the same temperature as Kotor. Typically, the spring temperatures in Chefchaouen in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Kotor averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In Chefchaouen, it's very sunny this time of the year. Chefchaouen usually receives more sunshine than Kotor during spring. Chefchaouen gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Kotor receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Kotor receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Chefchaouen usually receives less rain than Kotor. Chefchaouen gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kotor receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilChefchaouen 15°C (60°F)Kotor 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kotor and Chefchaouen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 215 mm (8.5 in) |
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