Which place is cheaper, Marrakech 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.
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Should you visit Puerto de la Cruz or Marrakech?
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 Marrakech. 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 Marrakech?
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.
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 Madrid, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, 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 dayPuerto de la Cruz €137Marrakech €88
The average daily cost (per person) in Puerto de la Cruz is €137, 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 Puerto de la Cruz and Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPuerto de la Cruz €51Marrakech €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPuerto de la Cruz €102Marrakech €100
Compare Hotels in Puerto de la Cruz and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Puerto de la Cruz 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: Puerto de la Cruz Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Puerto de la Cruz €40Marrakech €12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Horse Riding in Palmeraie Grove 2 hour ride & transfer- Marrakech: $5.00
- Private Transfer Marrakech Menara Airport RAK to City Hotels: $5.00
- Marrakech Airport Transfer: $5.01
- Marrakech Airport Transfer (ONE WAY pick-up OR/OU ONE WAY drop-off): $7.14
- Marrakech Airport Transfer (ONE WAY pick-up OR/OU ONE WAY drop-off): $7.14
- Marrakech Airport Transfer ( ONE WAY pick-up OR/OU ONE WAY drop-off): $7.14
- Marrakech Airport Transfer : $8.93
- Private Transfer To/From Marrakech Airport: $9.52
- Marrakech Airport Transfer: $9.52
- Marrakech Menara Airport to City Transfer: $9.52
- Private transfer from airport Menara Marrakech To Riad/Hotel or Opposite way: $9.52
- Marrakech Airport Transfer : $10
Is it cheaper to fly into Puerto de la Cruz or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech 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
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Food Meals for one dayPuerto de la Cruz €58Marrakech €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.Puerto de la Cruz €28Marrakech €9.28
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 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:
- Luxury Full-Day Atlas Mountains and Agafay Desert Tour: $9.52
- Atlas Mountains Ourika Valley Guided Tour From Marrakech : $11
- Full-Day Tour from Marrakech to the Imlil & Toubkal Valley: $11
- Group shared day tour to Ourika valley & Atlas Mountains: $11
- Small group to Atlas Mountains 4valleys;Waterfulls and camel Ride experience : $11
- Atlas Mountains ourika valley Guided Tour: $11
- Atlas Mountain Full Day Tour with Three Valleys and Waterfalls: $12
- Marrakech Airport to Hotel – Your Premium Arrival Experience: $12
- Shopping tour Marrakech Souks: $12
- Marrakech Cultural Tour Madrasa Ben Youssef and Secret Garden: $12
- Marrakech Culture Tour Guided Half Day Exploration of Medina: $12
- Medina Walking Tour with Souk Shopping in Marrakech: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPuerto de la Cruz €5.00Marrakech €8.94
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 Puerto de la Cruz and Marrakech, we can see that Puerto de la Cruz is more expensive. And not only is Marrakech much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Puerto de la Cruz 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 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 Marrakech.
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 Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Puerto de la Cruz or Marrakech?
Marrakech 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 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.