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
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDoha $244Rabat $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Doha is $244, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $56. 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 $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDoha $238Rabat $58
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 $2.26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Doha
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Doha:
- CO2-Offset | RoundTrip Transfer from DOH Airport to Doha/West Bay: $194
- Entry to Angry Birds World with Transfer to Park and Top Up- Private Tour: $174
- Doha Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $139
- Doha Arabian Horseback Riding Adventure in Desert with Transfers: $120
- Airport Transfer: Doha Airport DOH to Doha by Luxury Car: $116
- Doha Private Airport Transfer: $99
- 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 Cruise Port to Doha Hamad Airport(DOH): $95
- Private Transfer from Doha Cruise Port to Doha hotels: $95
- Private Transfer from Doha hotels to Doha Cruise Port: $95
- Qatar Doha Airport (DOH) to Doha - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $82
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$3.74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Best Private Transfer services between Rabat & Fez: $116
- From Private transfer to El Jadida city: $105
- Luxury Chauffeur Transfer Rabat to Casablanca Airport (CMN): $70
- Luxury airport transfer to downtown Rabat: $24
- Private Airport Transfer Rabat Airport to Rabat city: $25
- Private Airport Transfer from Rabat to Salé Airport: $20
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $16
- Private Transfer From Rabat to Casablanca: $140
- Private Transfer Rabat Airport to Rabat or Sale City One Way: $29
- Private Transfer Rabat to Chefchaouen in an Air-Conditioned Taxi: $80
- Private Transfer Rabat to Fes to Luxury Chauffeur Service: $122
- Private Transfer Rabat to Marrakech – Luxury Chauffeur: $140
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 $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Doha
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Doha.
- Sunset Experience, Traditional Dhow Cruise with Dinner: $28
- Starlight Dhow Cruise Dinner Experience on Doha Waterfront: $34
- Traditional Sunset Dhow Cruise Tour with BBQ Buffet Dinner: $35
- Traditional Arabian Dhow Cruise with Sunset and Skyline Dinner: $40
- Evening Dhow Cruise with Optional BBQ Dinner: $49
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Doha Bay A Traditional Dhow Experience: $55
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $59
- Qatar Desert Safari Tour with Bedouin Camp Lunch or Dinner: $130
- Full Day Desert Safari with Inland Sea Visit and Buffet Dinner: $150
- Full Day Desert Safari in Qatar with Lunch/Dinner by sea side: $159
- Full Day Desert Safari Doha/dinner included: $190
- Private Full Day Desert Safari Dinner and Camel Ride in Doha: $190
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Express Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Rabat: $40
- Rabat Eats Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Rabat Nights Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Moroccan Cooking Class with Local Amazigh Family in Medina Rabat: $64
- Rabat Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class with Expert Chefs: $65
- cooking classe near the medina of rabat with local chefs: $70
- Rabat Food Tour: $78
- Rabat Night Tour with balade Sunset views & Moroccan Dinner: $104
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Sunset in Cruise, Oudayas & Dinner in the Medina: $256
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Doha $18Rabat $3.04
Tours and Activities in Doha
Here are a few actual costs in Doha for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 10 Hour Desert Safari Tour at Qatar with BBQ: $150
- 3-2-1 Olympic and Sports Museum ticket | Qatar: $20
- 4 Hour Doha City Tour from Airport, Hotel & Cruise Terminal: $57
- 4 Hours Kayaking Adventure in Qatar Purple Island Mangroves: $125
- 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
- 6 Hours Private Full Day Tour in Doha: $130
- 6 Hrs Doha City Tour Including National Museum Entrance: $110
- 8 Hours Doha City and West of Qatar Private Tour: $145
- 8-Hour Private Cultural Tour: $199
- All Main Doha City Attractions Tour: $50
- Attractions of Doha City Exploration ( 4-Hours Doha City Tour): $48
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- Rabat Surf Experience Best Waves and Lessons in Morocco: $28
- Explore Rabat Highlights by Premium Car – Private City Tour: $29
- Rabat Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $30
- Rabat Walking Tour, City of lights by night: $31
- Rabat City Tour by Tuk Tuk – Private Experience: $32
- 3 to 4 hours Rabat tuktuk tour: $32
- Savory Home-Cooked Meal and Experience Moroccan Hospitality: $33
- Private TukTuk Tour of Medina, Chellah, Hassan Tower,Udaya: $33
- Explore Rabat by Electric Tuk Tuk – Private City Highlights Tour: $34
- Experience Todra Gorge Hiking Adventure: $35
- Private Premium Rabat City Tour expérience: $35
- Rabat Kasbah of the Udayas and Pirate History Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDoha $14Rabat -
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.