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

Should you visit Asilah or Hvar?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Asilah and Hvar can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Asilah or Hvar?

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.

Hvar

Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.


Which place is cheaper, Hvar or Asilah?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Asilah is $66, while the average daily cost in Hvar is $109. 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 Asilah and Hvar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Asilah $29
    Hvar $40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Asilah $58
    Hvar $80
Compare Hotels in Asilah and Hvar

Looking for a hotel in Asilah or Hvar? 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.

Hotels in Asilah


Hotels in Hvar


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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: Asilah Hotel Prices and Hvar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Asilah $15
    Hvar $50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asilah

Also for Asilah, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Tangier: Private Transfer to Asilah: $72

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:

  • Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $535

Is it cheaper to fly into Asilah or Hvar?

Prices for flights to both Hvar and Asilah 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 day
    Asilah $24
    Hvar $41
Typical Food Prices in Asilah

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Asilah:


  • Cookies
    $0.50
  • Breakfast for Two
    $4.98
  • Tagine Dinner for 2
    $7.48

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.

  • Hvar Charming Abandoned Village Small Group Tour and Local Dinner: $180
  • Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $187
  • Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $202
  • Hvar Abandoned Village Tour with Local Dinner: $214
  • Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner: $234
  • Food Tour: Traditional Flavours and Food Sampling on Hvar: $262
  • The Best of Hvar in a Day with Wine tasting and Local Dinner: $273
  • Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $273

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Asilah $22
    Hvar $7.99

Tours and Activities in Hvar

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:

  • BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $98
  • 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $22
  • 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $23
  • 3-Hour Lavender Tour from Hvar: $150
  • Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $86
  • Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $141
  • Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $918
  • Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $229
  • Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $109
  • Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $107
  • Blue cave group tour with swimming and snorkelling from Hvar: $76
  • Blue cave tour with speed boat from town Hvar: $196

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Asilah $6.98
    Hvar $9.80

Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar

Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $118
  • Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
  • Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $142
  • Wine Tasting Tour: $157
  • Chocolate and Wine Tasting Small Group Tour from Hvar: $175


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Asilah and Hvar, we can see that Hvar is more expensive. And not only is Asilah much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Asilah is in Africa and Hvar is in Europe, 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar 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 Asilah Expensive? and Is Hvar Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Asilah or Hvar?

Asilah has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Asilah and Hvar, 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 Asilah or Hvar?

Hvar 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 Asilah or Hvar in the Summer?

Both Hvar and Asilah during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Asilah because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.

In July, Asilah is generally cooler than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Asilah average around 24°C (74°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Asilah. In the summer, Asilah often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Hvar. Asilah gets 346 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun.

Asilah usually gets less rain in July than Hvar. Asilah gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Asilah 24°C (74°F) 
    Hvar 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Hvar in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Asilah and Hvar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Asilah year-round. Furthermore, many travelers come to Hvar for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Asilah is a little warmer than Hvar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Asilah averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Hvar fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. In Asilah, it's very sunny this time of the year. Asilah usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during autumn. Asilah gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Asilah usually receives less rain than Hvar. Asilah gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Asilah 20°C (68°F) 
    Hvar 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Hvar in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Asilah as well as Hvar. Asilah attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many visitors come to Hvar in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Asilah is a little warmer than Hvar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Asilah in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Hvar averages at about 8°C (47°F).

In the winter, Asilah often gets more sunshine than Hvar. Asilah gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun.

Asilah receives a lot of rain in the winter. Asilah usually gets more rain in January than Hvar. Asilah gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Asilah 13°C (55°F) 
    Hvar 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Hvar in the Spring?

Both Hvar and Asilah are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Asilah throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Hvar for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Asilah is generally around the same temperature as Hvar. Daily temperatures in Asilah average around 15°C (60°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

It's quite sunny in Hvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asilah. Asilah usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during spring. Asilah gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Asilah usually receives around the same amount of rain as Hvar. Asilah gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Asilah 15°C (60°F) 
    Hvar 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Hvar and Asilah

Asilah Hvar
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 13°C (56°F) 99 mm (3.9 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 24°C (74°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 135 mm (5.3 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 13°C (56°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)