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

Should you visit Casablanca or Hvar?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Casablanca or Hvar, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Casablanca or Hvar?

Casablanca

Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.

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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.


Which place is cheaper, Hvar or Casablanca?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Casablanca is $71, 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 Casablanca and Hvar in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Casablanca $42
    Hvar $40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Casablanca $84
    Hvar $80
Compare Hotels in Casablanca and Hvar

Looking for a hotel in Casablanca 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 Casablanca


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: Casablanca Hotel Prices and Hvar Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Casablanca $11
    Hvar $50
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:


  • Train from Airport (for 2)
    $6.98
  • Taxi Ride
    $7.98

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:

  • Private Airport Transfer from or to Marrakech Menara Airport.: $6.36
  • Best Private Transfer From Casablanca Airport To All Morocco: $17
  • Mohammed V Airport to City Private Transfer: $19
  • Private Transfer to Mohammed V Airport: $19
  • Casablanca private Airport Transfer : $19
  • Casablanca Private Transfer from Hotel Accommodation To Airport : $19
  • Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer : $19
  • Transfer from Mohammed V Airport to your hotel Casablanca: $20
  • Transfer from your hotel Casablanca to Mohammed V Airport: $20
  • Private transfer from Casablanca Airport to hotels and cities: $20
  • Private transfer: from Casablanca to the airport: $20
  • Casablanca Port to Mohammed V Airport (CMN) - Departure Private Transfer: $21

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 Casablanca or Hvar?

Prices for flights to both Hvar and Casablanca 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
    Casablanca $19
    Hvar $41
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca

Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    $2.99
  • Lunch
    $8.97
  • Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)
    $32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca

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

  • Couscous Cooking with a Local Family: $50
  • Street Food Tour by Night: $60
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $64
  • Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $67
  • Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $71
  • Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $73
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $74
  • Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $96
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Marché Central & Seafood Lunch: $140
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $146
  • Casablanca Food Tour: $150
  • Market Tour & Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Transfers: $190

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.
    Casablanca $8.90
    Hvar $7.99

Tours and Activities in Casablanca

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

  • Platinum Tour - Hassan II Mosque and cathedral: $10
  • Hassan II Mosque : Secure your Skip The Line Tickets Now !: $15
  • Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $15
  • Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $15
  • Private Tour the Mosque Hassan II & Sacred Heart Cathedral: $15
  • HoplaPass 1 Day: Self-Guided Electric Scooter Tour: $17
  • The Backstage of Art: Private Guided Tour: $20
  • Traditional Souks Shopping Private Guided Tour: $24
  • City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket: $24
  • casablanca Shopping Hidden Souks : Private guided Tour: $26
  • City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $26
  • Hassan II Mosque: Fast-Track Tickets Available!: $31

Tours and Activities in Hvar

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

  • 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $22
  • 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $23
  • Private Multi-Activity Experience in Adventure Park Hvar Jelsa: $25
  • Walking tour of Hvar with your local guide: $32
  • Pakleni Islands Self-Guided Kayaking Tour: $48
  • Private Half-Day Kayak Experience in Hvar and Pakleni Islands: $49
  • Half-day kayak tour from Hvar town: $65
  • Hvar Island Self-Guided E-Bike Tour: $65
  • Private Hvar Island E-Bike Tour: $68
  • Romantic Sunset Sailing Experience On A Comfort Yacht: $70
  • Experience Romantic Sunset Sailing on a modern 36ft (11m) sail yacht | Hvar: $71
  • Private Hvar Walking Tour: $71

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Casablanca -
    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 Casablanca and Hvar, we can see that Hvar is more expensive. And not only is Casablanca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Casablanca 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 Casablanca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Casablanca 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 Casablanca.

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


Which is Bigger, Casablanca or Hvar?

Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 850 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Casablanca 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 Casablanca or Hvar?

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

Should I visit Casablanca or Hvar in the Summer?

Both Hvar and Casablanca are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Hvar for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

Casablanca is cooler than Hvar in the summer. The daily temperature in Casablanca averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

It's quite sunny in Hvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Casablanca. Casablanca usually receives less sunshine than Hvar during summer. Casablanca gets 303 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Casablanca usually receives less rain than Hvar. Casablanca gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Casablanca 23°C (73°F) 
    Hvar 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Casablanca or Hvar in the Autumn?

Both Hvar and Casablanca during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Hvar in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Casablanca is around the same temperature as Hvar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Casablanca in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Hvar averages at about 18°C (64°F).

In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Casablanca. In the autumn, Casablanca often gets more sunshine than Hvar. Casablanca gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun.

Casablanca usually gets less rain in October than Hvar. Casablanca gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Casablanca 20°C (67°F) 
    Hvar 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Casablanca or Hvar in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Casablanca and Hvar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round. Also, most visitors come to Hvar for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

In January, Casablanca is generally much warmer than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Casablanca average around 13°C (55°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).

Casablanca usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during winter. Casablanca gets 190 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Casablanca usually receives less rain than Hvar. Casablanca gets 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


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

Should I visit Casablanca or Hvar in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Casablanca as well as Hvar. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Hvar because of the beaches and the natural beauty.

Casablanca is around the same temperature as Hvar in the spring. The daily temperature in Casablanca averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hvar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Casablanca this time of the year. In the spring, Casablanca often gets more sunshine than Hvar. Casablanca gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun.

Casablanca usually gets less rain in April than Hvar. Casablanca gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Casablanca 16°C (60°F) 
    Hvar 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Hvar and Casablanca

Casablanca Hvar
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.5 in) 8°C (47°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 9°C (48°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Mar 15°C (58°F) 51 mm (2 in) 11°C (52°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 16°C (60°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in) 20°C (67°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 21°C (69°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 23°C (74°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in) 26°C (80°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Aug 23°C (74°F) 0 mm (0 in) 26°C (79°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 22°C (72°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 22°C (72°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 20°C (67°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 18°C (64°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 16°C (62°F) 72 mm (2.9 in) 13°C (56°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 10°C (49°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)