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

Should you visit Asilah or Lugo?

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 Lugo 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 Lugo?

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.

Lugo

Located in northwestern Spain, Lugo is a city of the Galicia region best known for its old city, completely surrounded by Roman walls. Within these walls are some of Lugo's most impressive sights including a striking city hall, elaborate cathedral, and many beautiful city squares and plazas. The city is also known for its festivals and is the capital of a province of the same name.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain.


Which place is cheaper, Lugo 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 Lugo is $105. 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 Lugo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Asilah $29
    Lugo $54
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Asilah $58
    Lugo $108
Compare Hotels in Asilah and Lugo

Looking for a hotel in Asilah or Lugo? 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 Lugo


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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 Lugo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Asilah $15
    Lugo $22

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asilah

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

  • Tangier: Private Transfer to Asilah: $72

Is it cheaper to fly into Asilah or Lugo?

Prices for flights to both Lugo 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
    Lugo $37
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

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Asilah $22
    Lugo $14

Tours and Activities in Lugo

Here are a few actual costs in Lugo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Private Guided Walking Tour: $80
  • ¡¡NEW!! Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $80
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria Entry Ticket and Audio Guide: $6.42

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Asilah $6.98
    Lugo $17


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Asilah and Lugo, we can see that Lugo 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 Lugo 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 Lugo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lugo 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 Lugo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Asilah or Lugo?

Lugo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Asilah and Lugo, 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 Lugo?

Lugo 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 Lugo in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Asilah as well as Lugo. Asilah attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In July, Asilah is generally a little warmer than Lugo. Daily temperatures in Asilah average around 24°C (74°F), and Lugo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lugo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Asilah this time of the year. In the summer, Asilah often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Asilah gets 346 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 248 hours of full sun.

Asilah usually gets less rain in July than Lugo. Asilah gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Asilah 24°C (74°F) 
    Lugo 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Lugo in the Autumn?

Both Lugo and Asilah are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Asilah throughout the year.

Asilah is a little warmer than Lugo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Asilah averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Lugo fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asilah. Asilah usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during autumn. Asilah gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Lugo. In October, Asilah usually receives less rain than Lugo. Asilah gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Asilah 20°C (68°F) 
    Lugo 16°C (61°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Lugo in the Winter?

Both Lugo and Asilah during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Asilah because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the winter, Asilah is a little warmer than Lugo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Asilah in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Lugo averages at about 11°C (51°F).

In the winter, Asilah often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Asilah gets 169 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 103 hours of full sun.

Lugo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Asilah. Asilah usually gets less rain in January than Lugo. Asilah gets 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Asilah 13°C (55°F) 
    Lugo 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Asilah or Lugo in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Asilah and Lugo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Asilah year-round.

In April, Asilah is generally a little warmer than Lugo. Daily temperatures in Asilah average around 15°C (60°F), and Lugo fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In Asilah, it's very sunny this time of the year. Asilah usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during spring. Asilah gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Asilah usually receives less rain than Lugo. Asilah gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Asilah 15°C (60°F) 
    Lugo 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Lugo and Asilah

Asilah Lugo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Feb 13°C (56°F) 99 mm (3.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Mar 14°C (57°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 12°C (53°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 15°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 13°C (55°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 15°C (58°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 17°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jul 24°C (74°F) 2 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Sep 23°C (73°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 19°C (65°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Nov 16°C (61°F) 135 mm (5.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 13°C (56°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 128 mm (5 in)