Which place is cheaper, Marrakech or Eilat?
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 Eilat or Marrakech?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Marrakech? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Eilat or Marrakech?
Eilat
Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.
Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.
Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
Marrakech
Marrakech is on of the most popular travel destinations in Morocco. It is the third largest city in Morocco after Casablanca and Rabat and is located near the foothills of the Atlas Mountains only a few hours from the Sahara Desert. It's a beautiful city that is often referred to as the "Pink City" because of the pale pink color of many of the city's buildings. These striking colors make the city particularly beautiful during the evening hours when the low sun creates a very dramatic lighting.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Morocco.
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Eilat Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $167Marrakech $86
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $167, while the average daily cost in Marrakech is $86. 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 Eilat and Marrakech in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $94Marrakech $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $188Marrakech $88
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Marrakech
Looking for a hotel in Eilat or Marrakech? 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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Marrakech Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $13Marrakech $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$3.74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eilat
Also for Eilat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Ramon airport Eilat to Eilat Hotels or Arava Border : $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Marrakech
Also for Marrakech, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- private taxi transfer on arrival from Marrakech airport to medina: $6.50
- airport transfer from Casablanca to Marrakech : $164
- Try find your better than us!Airport transfer service in Marrakesh HTL-APT (RAK): $13
- Try find your better than us!Airport transfer service in Marrakesh APT-HTL (RAK): $13
- Transfert de l'aéroport de Marrakech à la ville: $23
- Transfert Privée Aéroport Marrakech vers Essaouira : $106
- Transfers from Marrakech airport to the city and the medina: $18
- Transfers Marrakech to Essaouira or Essaouira to Marrakech: $71
- Transfer from el Jadida to Marrakech riad or hotel or Airport : $199
- Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca airport: $29
- Transfer from Marrakech to Casa-Airport or Casa-Airport to Marrakech: $163
- Transfer from Marrakech city or Marrakech airport to Casablanca city: $175
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Marrakech?
Prices for flights to both Marrakech and Eilat 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 dayEilat $61Marrakech $28
Typical Food Prices in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Orange Juice on the Square$0.32
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Breakfast$1.26
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Dates$0.63
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Olives$0.95
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Sandwich$1.36
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Souvenir Spices$6.52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chez Ali & Fantasia Folklore Show with Moroccan Dinner -Marrakesh: $5.00
- Moroccan Journey, Cooking Class learn & lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Camel Ride & Romantic Dinner with Transfer - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Day Trip to Essaouira City with Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Amazing Sunset in Agafay Desert with Camels & Dinner - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Enjoy ATV Quad in Agafay Desert, Sunset Camel & Dinner-Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Desert Sunset & Romantic Dinner with Transfer – Marrakech: $5.00
- Essaouira City Tour with Cooking Class and Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Agafay Desert Sunset & Romantic Dinner with Transfers - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Full-Day Essaouira City Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch - Marrakesh: $5.00
- Chez Ali Fantasia Folklore Show With Oriental Dinner – Marrakesh: $5.00
- Romantic Sunset in Agafay Desert with Dinner : $5.00
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $16Marrakech $10
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Tour to Petra From Eilat: $245
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $65
- Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat: $199
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $22
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $55
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $215
- Private Scuba Diving Tour with Transportation and Guide : $220
- Red canyon jeep tour in Eilat: $70
- Timna Park Tour from Eilat: $150
- Timna park Jeep tour adventure: $70
Typical Entertainment Prices in Marrakech
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Marrakech's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Palace Tickets$2.10
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Golf at Atlas Golf$59
Tours and Activities in Marrakech
For Marrakech, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Experience and Camel Trekking: $129
- Agafay Desert: Three Valley Guided Tour From Marrakech : $22
- Agafay desert half-day Sightseeing tour by Buggy: $164
- Atlas Mountains Day Trip, Imlil Valley & Waterfall Tours: $16
- Berber Experience Atlas and Sahara: $210
- Experience Spa Hammam Massage and Camel tour: $111
- From Marrakech 3 Days Tour To Merzouga Sahara Desert: $117
- Full day tour Ourika Valley And Atlas Mountains : $65
- Full-Day Atlas Mountains & Imlil Valley Adventure from Marrakech: $16
- Half-Day Quad Bike Experience in Marrakech: $45
- Historical and Cultural Marrakech Tours.: $29
- Hot Air Balloon Adventure over Marrakesh and Atlas Mountains: $211
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $27Marrakech $9.96
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Marrakech, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Marrakech much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Marrakech 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 Marrakech would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Marrakech 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat than you might in Marrakech.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Marrakech Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Marrakech?
Marrakech has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Marrakech, 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.