Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Corralejo?
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 Corralejo or Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Corralejo or Marrakech? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Corralejo or Marrakech?
Corralejo
Corralejo is a beach town located on the northern tip of the Canary Island of Fuerteventura. While the town is known for its vacation resorts and beaches, the island as a whole is famed for its very strong winds, which create prime conditions for surfing of all kinds.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCorralejo €177Marrakech €88
The average daily cost (per person) in Corralejo is €177, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is €88. 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 Corralejo and Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCorralejo €67Marrakech €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCorralejo €134Marrakech €100
Compare Hotels in Corralejo and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Corralejo or Marrakech? 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: Corralejo Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Corralejo €56Marrakech €12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- airport transfer from Casablanca to Marrakech : $167
- Zagora Overnight Trip & Camel Ride With Transfer - Marrakesh: $69
- VIP Luxury Moroccan Hammam & Massage with Transfer - Marrakesh: $118
- Two Hour Camel Ride in Palmeraie Grove with Transfer - Marrakesh: $43
- Try find your better than us!Airport transfer service in Marrakesh HTL-APT (RAK): $13
- Try find your better than us!Airport transfer service in Marrakesh APT-HTL (RAK): $13
- Transferts Marrakech à Essaouira ou Essaouira à Marrakech: $95
- Transfers Marrakech to Essaouira or Essaouira to Marrakech: $72
- Transfer from el Jadida to Marrakech riad or hotel or Airport : $202
- Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca airport: $30
- Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca: $179
- Transfer from Marrakech to Casa-Airport or Casa-Airport to Marrakech: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Corralejo or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech and Corralejo 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 dayCorralejo €75Marrakech €25
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square€0.28
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Breakfast€1.13
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Dates€0.57
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Olives€0.85
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Sandwich€1.22
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Souvenir Spices€5.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Marrakesh: Agafay Desert Sunset, Camel Ride, Dinner and Show: $9.00
- Sunset Dinner in the Agafay Desert: $10
- Agafay Desert Dinner, Camel Ride & Quad Biking.: $12
- Agafay Desert Sunset Dinner Show – From Marra: $12
- Agafay Desert Quad & Camel Rides with Dinner Show: $12
- Marrakech Agafay Camel ride,Dinner , Fire Show: $12
- Camel Ride in the Agafay Desert, Dinner and Fire Show: $12
- Agafay Desert: Camel ride, dinner and fire show: $12
- Agafay Desert Sunset Camel Ride with Dinner in Camp: $13
- Morocco's Top Cooking Classes For Authentic berber Cuisine in the Atlas Mountain: $13
- Agafay Desert Sunset Camel Ride and Dinner Experience: $13
- Camel Ride at Marrakech Desert Agafy with Dinner: $13
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Corralejo €27Marrakech €9.28
Tours and Activities in Corralejo
For Corralejo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ticket to the Movie-Gamer Bar + 2 Free Cocktails: $18
- Walking Tour with Rooftop Drink at Sunset: $35
- Walking tour with local product tastings: $18
- FUERTEVENTURA: CORRALEJO PRIVATE SAILING TOUR AROUND ISLA DE LOBOS: $423
- Fuerteventura: 1-hour private mini-cruise to Lobos Island: $188
- Fuerteventura: Lobos Island Guided Tour with Snorkeling: $76
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets€1.89
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Golf at Atlas Golf€53
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Day Berber Experience & Hiking in the High Atlas Mountains: $268
- 3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Experience and Camel Trekking: $131
- 7-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech: $69
- Agafay Desert Adventure Quad Camel Ride and Magical Evening: $60
- Best Private Shopping Tour In the Souks of Marrakech: $48
- Experience Moroccan Hammam and Massage: $119
- Experience Spa Hammam Massage and Camel tour: $113
- Experience the desert nomads in Marrakech!: $30
- From Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Tour & Boat Ride: $28
- Full Day Guided Tour in Ouzoud Waterfalls : $30
- Half-Day Quad Bike Experience in Marrakech: $45
- Hot Air Balloon Adventure over Marrakesh and Atlas Mountains: $214
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCorralejo €7.86Marrakech €8.94
Sample the Local Flavors in Corralejo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Corralejo:
- Fuerteventura: Corralejo Pub Crawl and Tapas Tour: $88
Sample the Local Flavors in Marrakech
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Marrakech:
- Marrakech Nightlife Adventure: The Ultimate Pub Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Corralejo and Marrakech, we can see that Corralejo is more expensive. And not only is Marrakech much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Corralejo is in Europe and Marrakech is in Africa, 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 Marrakech would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Marrakech 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 Corralejo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Corralejo than you might in Marrakech.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Corralejo Expensive? and Is Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Corralejo or Marrakech?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Corralejo. When comparing the sizes of Corralejo and Marrakech, 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.
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.