Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Rhodes?
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 Rhodes or Rabat?
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 Rhodes and Rabat. 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: Rhodes or Rabat?
Rhodes
Rhodes Island is one of the largest and most visited islands in Greece both because of its diversity of sights and its wonderful climate. On the island are some beautiful beaches, well preserved historic sights, and lovely towns. Rhodes City is the capital city on the island of Rhodes and is famous as the former site of the Colossus. Colossus is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and the oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe. Today Rhodes City has an interesting old town that is surrounded by the medieval wall. Inside you'll find countless souvenir shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. Cruise ships also frequent the island, so it's best visited during the off season when the crowds may be slightly less. You will also find that prices drop when the crowds are thinner and the cruise ships are scarce.
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Greece, The Best Bicycle Tours in Greece, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Rhodes Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRhodes €170Rabat €50
The average daily cost (per person) in Rhodes is €170, while the average daily cost in Rabat is €50. 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 Rhodes and Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRhodes €58Rabat €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRhodes €116Rabat €50
Compare Hotels in Rhodes and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Rhodes or Rabat? 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: Rhodes Hotel Prices and Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rhodes €48Rabat €1.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rhodes:
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Taxi Ride€7.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rhodes
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rhodes:
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Glistra-Glystra (and return): $274
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Haraki - Charaki (and return): $237
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Kiotari (and return): $223
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Vlicha (and return): $211
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Embona (and return): $196
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Kiotari-Lardos ( Via Versa): $188
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Gennadi (and return): $180
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Kamiros (and return): $177
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Ladiko (and back): $175
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Lindos-Pefkos (Via Versa): $168
- Rhodes Private Return Transfer - Rhodes Airport to Lardos - Lindos (and return): $167
- Transfer from/to Rhodes Airport to/from Kalathos-Vlicha (Via Versa): $145
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale€3.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Rabat To Fez: $119
- "Rabat to Marrakech Private Transfer: Smooth and Comfortable": $140
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $17
- Private Transfer from Rabat to Casablanca Airport: $66
- Private transfer from rabat to chefchaouen: $155
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $64
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $70
- Transfer Rabat to Tangier: $159
- Transfer from or to airport rabat: $15
Is it cheaper to fly into Rhodes or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat and Rhodes 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 dayRhodes €82Rabat €20
Typical Food Prices in Rhodes
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rhodes:
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Coffee€1.95
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Dinner for Two€23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rhodes
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rhodes.
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Buffet & Drinks: $63
- Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner, Drinks & Swim: $70
- Sunset Cruise with Open Bar, Dinner, & Live Music: $74
- Cooking Class and Wine Tasting Experience: $82
- Traditional Greek COOKING class and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $82
- 11 Course Lunch with Cooking Mastery and Wine Tasting in Rhodes: $83
- Sip & Savor 11-Dish Wine Pairing and Cooking Adventure: $89
- Rhodes Wine & Food Tour: 10 Meal Course Lunch, Wine Tasting, Cooking Class : $93
- Winery Tour, Tasting and cooking with the Winemaker in Rhodes: $95
- Tasting Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & more in an Authentic Greek village: $113
- Authentic Greek Cooking Experience: Taste the Roots of Rhodes: $114
- Cooking Lesson and Wine Tasting with Lunch: $135
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Food Tour of Rabat’s Old Medina by Green Taxi: $35
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $54
- Rabat Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class with Expert Chefs: $65
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $74
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $78
- Rabat Night Tour with balade Sunset views & Moroccan Dinner : $106
- Rabat Night Tour with traditional Moroccan Dinner : $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rhodes €19Rabat €2.68
Tours and Activities in Rhodes
Here are a few actual costs in Rhodes for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Hour Yellow Semi Submarine Swimming Cruise with Drinks Included!: $60
- Best Rhodes Tour from Cruise Port including Lindos and Old Town : $69
- Rhodes Town Day Tour from Kolymbia in a High Speed Boat: $48
- Rhodes, Lindos and Medieval City Guided Tour from Cruise Port: $82
- Sunset Picnic Experience on Rhodes Island: $155
- 3 Hours Morning Adventure by Turtle Submarine: $36
- 3-Hour Adventure With Hippo Submarine: $47
- 4 Hour Beach Tour with Meal and Unlimited Drinks in Rhodes: $94
- 4x4 Buggy Adventures - Off-road Polaris Experience: $143
- 7 Hour Rhodes Tour Designed Especially for Cruise Passengers : $66
- 90-Minute Lindos Glassbottom Boat Cruise : $36
- Acropolis of Lindos E-Ticket with Audio Tour on your Phone: $42
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- Merzouga Sightseeing Tour by Jeep: $3.58
- Walking Tour Rabat, City of lights by night : $36
- Local Traditional Hammam Experience in Rabat Medina: $36
- Experience Todra Gorge Hiking Adventure: $36
- Private Tuk-Tuk Tour in Rabat – Eco-Friendly & Authentic: $38
- Private Half-Day Exploration Tour of Rabat in a Green Taxi: $38
- Rock Climbing in Todgha Gorge, Morocco – Guided Tours: $47
- Car tour in Rabat: $51
- Rabat old Medina ,Hassan Tower and Kasbah Oudaya Walking tour : $53
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $55
- Rabat Guided Biking Tour: $60
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $66
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRhodes €12Rabat -
Sample the Local Flavors in Rhodes
Also in Rhodes, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Beginners: $41
- Private Wine Tasting Under the Guidance of a Sommelier in Rhodes: $42
- Rhodian Wines - Private Wine Tasting Under a Sommelier: $57
- Best Rhodes Tour with Wine Tasting Experience from Cruise Port: $68
- Best Rhodes Tour with Lindos, Old Town, Wine Tasting & Free Time : $69
- Private Wine Tasting Experience for Wine Lovers: $70
- 1 Day Rhodes Island Tour with Olive Oil, Honey and Wine Tasting : $73
- Majestic Lindos, Old Town, History, Culture & Wine Tour: $75
- Private Full Day Rhodes Island Tour with Wine Tasting Experience: $81
- Full Day Guided Rhodes Island Cultural & Wine Tour: $83
- Gourmet Journey: 12-Course Lunch, Wine Tasting & Culinary Session: $92
- Rhodes Wine Tasting Experience: $94
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rhodes and Rabat, we can see that Rhodes is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rhodes is in Europe and Rabat 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Rhodes would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rhodes than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rhodes Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rhodes or Rabat?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Rhodes. When comparing the sizes of Rhodes and Rabat, 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.