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

Should you visit Adeje or Meknes?

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

Should I visit Adeje or Meknes? 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 Meknes?

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.

Meknes

So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.

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 Adventure Tours to Morocco, and The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Adeje and Meknes, we can see that Adeje is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Adeje is in Europe and Meknes 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 Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Meknes.

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

Which is Bigger, Adeje or Meknes?

Meknes has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Adeje. When comparing the sizes of Adeje and Meknes, 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 Meknes?

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

Should I visit Adeje or Meknes in the Summer?

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

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

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Meknes this time of the year. In Adeje, it's very sunny this time of the year. Adeje usually receives less sunshine than Meknes during summer. Adeje gets 268 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 330 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Adeje usually receives more rain than Meknes. Adeje gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Adeje or Meknes in the Autumn?

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

In October, Adeje is generally a little warmer than Meknes. Daily temperatures in Adeje average around 23°C (73°F), and Meknes fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Meknes. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Adeje this time of the year. In the autumn, Adeje often gets less sunshine than Meknes. Adeje gets 200 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 227 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets less rain in October than Meknes. Adeje gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Adeje or Meknes in the Winter?

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

Adeje is a little warmer than Meknes in the winter. The daily temperature in Adeje averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Meknes fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

Adeje usually receives more sunshine than Meknes during winter. Adeje gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Meknes receives 165 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Adeje usually receives less rain than Meknes. Adeje gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Adeje or Meknes in the Spring?

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

In the spring, Adeje is a little warmer than Meknes. Typically, the spring temperatures in Adeje in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Meknes averages at about 16°C (60°F).

In Meknes, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Adeje. In the spring, Adeje often gets less sunshine than Meknes. Adeje gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Meknes receives 256 hours of full sun.

Adeje usually gets less rain in April than Meknes. Adeje gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Meknes receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Meknes and Adeje