Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Doha?
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 Doha or Rabat?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Doha and Rabat 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: Doha or Rabat?
Doha
Doha is the capital city of Qatar, modern and rapidly developing with much construction underway. It is home to Doha International Airport, the main point of entry for Qatar, as well as many of the country's best museums and examples of cultural heritage.
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Doha Prices
Qatar PricesRabat Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $244Rabat $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $244, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $54. 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 Doha and Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDoha $119Rabat $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Rabat $56
Compare Hotels in Doha and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Doha or Rabat? 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: Doha Hotel Prices and Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Doha $23Rabat $2.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- Entry to Angry Birds World with Transfer to Park and Top Up- Private Tour: $174
- Doha Desert Horse Riding: 2-Hour Ride & Private Transfer: $160
- Doha Self-drive Jet Car Ride with Transfers: $150
- Doha Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $139
- Doha Arabian Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $120
- Doha Mangrove Kayaking Al Thakira & Purple Island With Transfer: $100
- Combo City Tour and Desert Safari with Private Transfers: $99
- Hamad Airport Transfer Service – 24/7 Door-to-Door Transport: $98
- Private Transfer from Doha hotels to Doha Cruise Port: $92
- Doha Hamad Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $78
- Private Arrival Transfer to Sumaysimah: $70
- Doha, Qatar : Private Airport Transfer 24/7: $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Rabat : Private Transfer to Fes via Meknes & volubilis: $159
- From Private transfer to El Jadida city: $102
- Luxury airport transfer to downtown Rabat: $24
- One Way Private Transfer Rabat Airport to Casablanca City: $136
- One Way Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina: $25
- One-Way Transfer from Fez to Rabat via volubilis & meknes: $205
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis: $205
- Private Airport Transfer Rabat Airport to Rabat city: $25
- Private Airport Transfer from Rabat to Salé Airport: $20
- Private Transfer From Rabat To Fez: $114
- Private Transfer From Rabat to Casablanca: $136
- Private Transfer Rabat to Chefchaouen in an Air-Conditioned Taxi: $78
Is it cheaper to fly into Doha or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat and Doha 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 dayDoha $106Rabat $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $25
- Traditional Arabian Dhow Cruise with Sunset and Skyline Dinner: $40
- Evening Dhow Cruise with Optional BBQ Dinner: $49
- Traditional Arabic Food Tour @ Souq Waqif with Doha Skyline Views: $54
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Qatar: Desert Dune Bashing with lunch/dinner in Desert Beach Camp: $55
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Doha Desert Safari: Sunset Dune Bashing Camp Access & Dinner: $135
- Overnight Private Desert Safari with Buffet Dinner and Camel Ride: $149
- Full Day Desert Safari with Inland Sea Visit and Buffet Dinner: $150
- Doha Desert Safari Full day With Dinner,Dune Bashing,Sandboarding: $152
- 5-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner: $158
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Food Tour of Rabat’s Old Medina by Green Taxi: $33
- Taste the Medina Like a Local Rabat Food Tour: $34
- Express Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Rabat: $40
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $51
- Rabat Eats Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Local Amazigh Family in Medina Rabat: $65
- Food Tour in Rabat with an Expert Guide Lunch or Dinner Include: $67
- Rabat Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class with Expert Chefs: $70
- Rabat Food Tour: $76
- Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class: $79
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Rabat $2.90
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hours Private Dhow Boat Cruise of Doha: $95
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $23
- 4 Hour Doha City Night Private Tour with Pickup from Doha: $50
- 4 Hour Doha City Tour from Airport, Hotel & Cruise Terminal: $57
- 4 Hours-Doha City Tour from AirPort/ Hotel: $54
- 4 Hrs Private Doha Tour: Discover the City’s Premier Attractions!: $115
- 4 hours Desert Safari Experience in Doha up to Group of 5: $260
- 4-Hour Private Group City Tour in Doha, Qatar: $45
- 4-Hours Guided City Tour in Doha (Souq, Katara, Pearl, Lusail): $60
- 6 Hours Private Full Day Tour in Doha: $109
- 8-hour Doha tour: Cultural site, Heritage market, Modern Landmark: $149
- Attractions of Doha City Exploration ( 4-Hours Doha City Tour): $60
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- SUP Adventure Rabat Kayaking: $16
- Rabat Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $30
- Rabat Walking Tour, City of lights by night: $31
- Private TukTuk Tour of Medina, Chellah, Hassan Tower,Udaya: $32
- Savory Home-Cooked Meal and Experience Moroccan Hospitality: $32
- Rabat Tuk-Tuk Eco Tours: $32
- Private Half-Day Exploration Tour of Rabat in a Green Taxi: $32
- Rabat City Tour by Tuk Tuk – Private Experience: $32
- Rabat tuktuk tour: $32
- Explore Rabat by Electric Tuk Tuk – Private City Highlights Tour: $34
- Private Premium Rabat City Tour expérience: $34
- Rabat Kasbah of the Udayas and Pirate History Tour: $34
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $15Rabat -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Doha and Rabat, we can see that Doha is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Doha is in Middle East and Rabat 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Doha would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Doha than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Doha Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Doha or Rabat?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Doha. When comparing the sizes of Doha and Rabat, 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.