Which place is cheaper, Fez or Puerto de la Cruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Puerto de la Cruz or Fez?
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 Puerto de la Cruz and Fez. 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: Puerto de la Cruz or Fez?
Puerto de la Cruz
The coast of the island of Tenerife is a dream destination for those seeking a luxurious getaway full of beaches and parties. However, for those of you traveling with families or looking to simply avoid the hustle and bustle of the nightclub crowd, there's Puerto de la Cruz. Known as a sophisticated destination, Puerto de la Cruz is one of the top places to visit yet still retains its authentic, Canarian charm.
Fez
Fez is the historical capital of Morocco and has one of the country's most impressive and elaborate medinas. It's authentic and traditional atmosphere attracts travelers from all over the world. It's fun to wander the city's elaborate alleyways, sample the food, and soak up the sights and smells. In Fez's medina you'll find donkeys, carts, spices, and pottery. You'll find traditional foods, locals bartering for goods, and religious buildings that date back hundreds of years. The medina is also the world's largest car free urban zone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
-
Puerto de la Cruz Prices
Spain PricesFez Prices
Morocco Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPuerto de la Cruz €137Fez €81
The average daily cost (per person) in Puerto de la Cruz is €137, while the average daily cost in Fez is €81. 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 Puerto de la Cruz and Fez in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPuerto de la Cruz €51Fez €30
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPuerto de la Cruz €102Fez €60
Compare Hotels in Puerto de la Cruz and Fez
Looking for a hotel in Puerto de la Cruz or Fez? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Puerto de la Cruz Hotel Prices and Fez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Puerto de la Cruz €40Fez €14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fez
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Fez:
-
Taxi Ride€1.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fez
Also for Fez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport Transfer Arrival & Departure: $12
- Transfer from Airport Fez to an Hotel in Fez (Including SIM Card): $12
- Fez Transfer service : Sais Airport - Riad : $14
- Fez Airport Private Transfer Arrival - OR - Departure: $14
- Fez Airport Private Transfer Arrival - OR - Departure: $15
- Private VIP Transfer from Airport to Fes City or Vice Versa: $15
- Private Transfers from fez to the Airport fez saiss(Door to Door): $15
- Fez : One-Way Private Airport Transfer: $15
- Private transfer from/to the Airport of Fez (Including SIM Card): $17
- Private Transfer to Fes-Sais Airport from Fes / Fes to Airport: $17
- Private Transfer Fez To Rabat Casablanca Tangier and Marrakech: $18
- Private Fes Airport Transfers: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Puerto de la Cruz or Fez?
Prices for flights to both Fez and Puerto de la Cruz 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 dayPuerto de la Cruz €58Fez €39
Typical Food Prices in Fez
For Fez, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
-
Yogurt€0.57
-
Dinner for 2€11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fez
For Fez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunch/Dinner with Moroccan family : $30
- Fez Cooking Class at a Traditional Riad with Market Visit: $40
- Cooking Class with Bread Workshop and Pastry in Fes: $48
- Moroccan Cooking Class and Fez Market Visit and Meal: $50
- Moroccan Cuisine Fez Cooking Class : $54
- Moroccan Cooking Class at a Riad in Fez: $60
- Unforgettable Fes Cooking Class with a local: $60
- Private 5 h Fez Cooking Class with a local family: $60
- Full Day Fes Cooking Class Experience: $64
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Course in Dar 7 Louyat: $65
- Tagine cooking class in Fes: $65
- Fes Cooking class: $72
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Puerto de la Cruz €28Fez €8.53
Tours and Activities in Puerto de la Cruz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto de la Cruz are as follows:
- 1.5-hour walking tour of Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife.: $23
- Puerto de la Cruz Motorbike tour through Teide National Park: $294
- Ascend Mount Teide on a quad bike to experience a magical sunset: $100
- Tenerife: mindfulness experience for well-being: $59
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fez
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fez's activities, tours, and tickets:
-
Granary Fee€1.89
Tours and Activities in Fez
For Fez, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Zellige and Pottery Tour at our Studio in Fes: $5.95
- Pottery, Zellige Tour at our Cooperative: $7.14
- Private Half-Day Walking Tour of Fez Medina: $9.95
- Half-Day Private Guided Walking Tour Exploring Fez Medina: $9.99
- Fez Medina Half Day Private Walking Tour: $10
- Fes Shared Full-Day Guided Tour : $11
- Fez Tours : Guide and Monuments tickets are included: $12
- Fes: Museum, Al Attarine Madrasa & Tannery and Medina Tour: $13
- The Most FEScinating English Tour with a group : $14
- Small-Group Full-Day Meknes, Volubilis and Moulay Idriss Zerhoun Tour from Fez: $15
- Experience Meknes and Volubilis in a Day from Fez : $15
- Half Day Guided Walking Tour in the Medina of Fez: $15
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayPuerto de la Cruz €5.00Fez €11
Sample the Local Flavors in Fez
Also in Fez, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full-Day Boutique Winery and Wine Tasting Tour from Fez: $274
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Puerto de la Cruz and Fez, we can see that Puerto de la Cruz is more expensive. And not only is Fez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Puerto de la Cruz is in Europe and Fez 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 Fez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fez 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 Puerto de la Cruz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto de la Cruz than you might in Fez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Puerto de la Cruz Expensive? and Is Fez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Puerto de la Cruz or Fez?
Fez has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Puerto de la Cruz. When comparing the sizes of Puerto de la Cruz and Fez, 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.