A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Adeje vs. Asilah for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Adeje or Asilah?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Adeje or Asilah? 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: Adeje or Asilah?

Adeje

If you're looking for a luxurious winter getaway - the kind of place where tourists are top of mind - then you'll likely find yourself on Tenerife's coastal region. Located on the northern section of this strip is the city of Costa Adeje. Here you'll find hotels, bars, cafes and restaurants all ready to cater to every tourists wishes. It's the kind of getaway you always thought was reserved for the rich and famous. Now you can enjoy sitting in a beachy lap of luxury.

Asilah

Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Spain, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Spain, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Adeje and Asilah, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Asilah much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Adeje is in Europe and Asilah 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 Asilah would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Asilah 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 Adeje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Adeje than you might in Asilah.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Adeje Expensive? and Is Asilah Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Adeje or Asilah?

Adeje has a larger population, and is about 16% larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Adeje and Asilah, 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 Adeje or Asilah?

Adeje has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Asilah experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Adeje or Asilah in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Adeje and Asilah. Asilah attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the summer, Adeje is around the same temperature as Asilah. Typically, the summer temperatures in Adeje in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Asilah averages at about 24°C (74°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Asilah this time of the year. In Adeje, it's very sunny this time of the year. Adeje usually receives less sunshine than Asilah during summer. Adeje gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 346 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Adeje usually receives less rain than Asilah. Adeje gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Adeje or Asilah in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Adeje as well as Asilah. The warm climate attracts visitors to Asilah throughout the year.

In October, Adeje is generally a little warmer than Asilah. Daily temperatures in Adeje average around 23°C (73°F), and Asilah fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asilah. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In the autumn, Adeje often gets less sunshine than Asilah. Adeje gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 235 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets less rain in October than Asilah. Adeje gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Adeje or Asilah in the Winter?

Both Asilah and Adeje are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Asilah because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Adeje is a little warmer than Asilah in the winter. The daily temperature in Adeje averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Asilah fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Adeje usually receives more sunshine than Asilah during winter. Adeje gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Asilah receives 169 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Asilah. In January, Adeje usually receives less rain than Asilah. Adeje gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Adeje or Asilah in the Spring?

Both Asilah and Adeje during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Asilah year-round.

In the spring, Adeje is a little warmer than Asilah. Typically, the spring temperatures in Adeje in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Asilah averages at about 15°C (60°F).

In Asilah, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Adeje. In the spring, Adeje often gets less sunshine than Asilah. Adeje gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asilah receives 251 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets less rain in April than Asilah. Adeje gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Asilah receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Asilah and Adeje