Which place is cheaper, Ouarzazate or Bodrum?
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 Bodrum or Ouarzazate?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bodrum and Ouarzazate 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: Bodrum or Ouarzazate?
Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle. This medieval fortress was built partly with stones from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, completed in the 4th century B.C. The city is also a gateway for nearby beach towns and resorts. Although more than a million tourists flock to its beaches, boutique hotels, trendy restaurants, and clubs each summer, the town of Bodrum (ancient Halicarnassus) never seems to lose its cool. More than any other Turkish seaside getaway, it has an enigmatic elegance that pervades it. The evocative castle and the ancient ruins around town also help keep Bodrum a discerning step above the rest.
Ouarzazate
Morocco can be quite an energetic country, but if you're looking for more of a quiet getaway, consider Ouarzazate. Small by Moroccan standards, this town is built up mostly around a main street – the Avenue Mohammad V. Ouarzazate. The name "Ouarzazate" comes from the Berber language meaning "without noise" or "without confusion." It was once a crossroad for a African traders traveling to northern cities in Morocco and Europe. Today, Ouarzazate is the largest town in the Moroccan Sahara, and its central location serves as a good home base touring the rest of Morocco.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Turkey, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Morocco, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco.
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Bodrum Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBodrum $77Ouarzazate $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Bodrum is $77, while the average daily cost in Ouarzazate is $59. 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 Bodrum and Ouarzazate in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBodrum $34Ouarzazate $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBodrum $68Ouarzazate $46
Compare Hotels in Bodrum and Ouarzazate
Looking for a hotel in Bodrum or Ouarzazate? 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: Bodrum Hotel Prices and Ouarzazate Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bodrum $17Ouarzazate $3.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bodrum
Also for Bodrum, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Bodrum Airport BJV to Bodrum by Business Car: $68
- Airport Transfer: Bodrum Airport BJV to Bodrum by Luxury Van: $78
- Airport Transfer: Bodrum to Bodrum Airport BJV by Business Car: $68
- Airport Transfer: Bodrum to Bodrum Airport BJV by Luxury Van: $78
- Arrival Transfer Bodrum Airport BJV to Bodrum City by Minibus: $83
- Arrival Transfer from Bodrum Airport BJV to Bodrum City by Van: $58
- Arrival Transfer: Bodrum Airport BJV to Bodrum by Car/Van: $80
- Authentic Turkish Hamam and Spa Unforgettable Ritual WithTransfer: $23
- Bodrum Adventures Buggy Safari Tour with Roundtrip Transfer: $65
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Akyaka Hotels: $187
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Bitez Hotels: $84
- Bodrum Airport BJV Transfers to Didim (Altinkum) Hotels: $146
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ouarzazate
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ouarzazate are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$2.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ouarzazate
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ouarzazate:
- Private Transfert Between Marrakech & Ouarzazate: $187
- "Ouarzazate to Marrakech: Your Comfortable Private Transfer": $119
- Private transfer from Ouarzazate to Ait Ben Haddou (round Trip): $80
- Ouarzazate Airport: Private Transfer: $46
- Private Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $30
- Ouarzazate Airport Transfer: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Bodrum or Ouarzazate?
Prices for flights to both Ouarzazate and Bodrum 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 dayBodrum $29Ouarzazate $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bodrum
For Bodrum, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class in Authentic Etrim Village: $58
- Turkish Cooking Class in a Local Home: $70
- Christmas Dinner at Karnas Vineyards: $111
- Etrim Village Turkish Cooking and Farm Experience: $120
- Farmers Market visit & Turkish Cooking Class: $140
- Market Visit and Cooking Class: $152
- Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum: $204
- Sunset Boat Trip including Dinner: $233
- 3-Hour Private Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner in Bodrum: $237
- Private Sunset Boat Tour with Optional Dinner: $388
- From Private Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner & Swimming: $410
- Private Sunset Yacht Tour with light Dinner: $528
Typical Food Prices in Ouarzazate
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ouarzazate:
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Dinner for Two$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ouarzazate.
- Private Berber Cooking Class at Fint Oasis with Lunch: $59
- Private Moroccan Cooking Classes in Ouarzazate: $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bodrum $22Ouarzazate $11
Tours and Activities in Bodrum
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bodrum.
- Turkish Bath Hamam Spa Experience: $17
- Authentic Ottoman Style Hammam Experience: $17
- Private Turkish Carpet Experience - Exclusive Shopping Tour: $20
- Bodrum to Kos Day Trip with Hotel Pickup And Ferry Tickets: $25
- Bodrum Boat Tour with Lunch: Beaches and Islands: $28
- Orak island Boat Tour - Lunch included: $28
- Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch: $29
- Karaada Boat Cruise with Lunch: $29
- Bodrum Orak Island Boat Cruise with Lunch and Swimming: $33
- Cleopatra Island Tour with Lunch and Swimming Stops: $34
- Boat Tour to Orak Island: $35
- Orakadasi Boat Tour From Bodrum (Maldives of Turkey) With Lunch: $35
Tours and Activities in Ouarzazate
Here are a few actual costs in Ouarzazate for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Horse Riding Adventure in Ait Ben Haddou: $26
- 3 Days Group Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: $117
- 3-Day Desert Adventure: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: $151
- 3-Day Sahara Desert Adventure From Ouarzazate to Erg Chegaga: $502
- 7 night 8 day Casablanca morocco tour via merzouga: $2,048
- Ait-Ben-Haddou - City Tour: $23
- Casablanca: 6 Days Tour Blue City, Fes, Desert & Marrakech: $1,195
- Desert Adventure in Skoura: $35
- From 2-Day Erg Lihdoui and Mhamid Desert Tour: $385
- From 3 Days tour though Merzouga & Dades: $410
- From 3-Day Merzouga to Erg Chebbi Tour: $495
- From Todra Gorges and 1000 Casbahs Road Day Tour: $158
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBodrum $9.54Ouarzazate -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bodrum and Ouarzazate, we can see that Bodrum is more expensive. And not only is Ouarzazate much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bodrum is in Europe and Ouarzazate 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 Ouarzazate would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ouarzazate 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 Bodrum would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bodrum than you might in Ouarzazate.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bodrum Expensive? and Is Ouarzazate Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bodrum or Ouarzazate?
Ouarzazate has a larger population, and is about 46% larger than the population of Bodrum. When comparing the sizes of Bodrum and Ouarzazate, 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.