Which place is cheaper, Merzouga or Granada?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Granada or Merzouga?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Granada or Merzouga? 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: Granada or Merzouga?
Granada
Granada is a city of southern Spain located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the autonomous community of Andalucia. Perhaps the most notable feature of the city is its medieval architecture that dates to the Moorish occupation of Spain. Each example stands from another time and place, strong fortresses and castles against the backdrop of lumbering mountains. Yet they are surrounded by a city thriving with modern day quirks. From castles and fortresses to bars, restaurants, and cafes, Granada is a unique setting for an otherworldly getaway.
Merzouga
Let's say you want to truly get away. I don't mean putting your ear buds in on some beach with a stronger on the next chair over. I mean really get away, and find yourself deserted. Merzouga, Morocco lets you do just that. This land of sand dune after sand dune is ideal for anyone yearning to ride a camel to the ends of civilization. And you'll find plenty of options to get here with a tour, or even on your own.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Madrid, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Barcelona, The Best Budget Tours to Morocco, and The Best Luxury Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGranada €123Merzouga €16
The average daily cost (per person) in Granada is €123, while the average daily cost in Merzouga is €16. 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 Granada and Merzouga in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGranada €59Merzouga €9.57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGranada €118Merzouga €19
Compare Hotels in Granada and Merzouga
Looking for a hotel in Granada or Merzouga? 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: Granada Hotel Prices and Merzouga Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Granada €22Merzouga -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Granada
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Granada are as follows:
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7 Trip Bus Pass€5.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Granada
Also for Granada, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Granada Airport(GRX) to Granada City Center: $31
- Private Transfer from Granada City Center to Granada Airport(GRX): $31
- Granada Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $45
- One-Way Private Transfer From/To Granada Airport: $50
- Granada Private Transfer from the city centre to Granada Airport: $55
- Private Transfer from Granada Airport to Granada by Luxury van: $76
- Via Ferrata Moclín with Transfers: $80
- Private Transfer IN or OUT in Upscale Vehicle with Professional Driver: $132
- Granada airport private arrival transfer, Mercedes Sedan: $142
- From Granada; Private transfer to Sierra Nevada (all hotels): $171
- Granada Private Intercity Transfer to Malaga: $175
- Private Transfer from Molvízar to Malaga (AGP) Airport: $188
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Merzouga
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Merzouga:
- 1 way transfer: $62
Is it cheaper to fly into Granada or Merzouga?
Prices for flights to both Merzouga and Granada 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 dayGranada €37Merzouga €5.55
Typical Food Prices in Granada
For Granada, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Sangria€2.50
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Sandwich to go€3.00
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Bocadillo & Drink€6.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Granada
For Granada, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sacromonte Caves Flamenco Show with Dinner: $62
- Dinner and Show flamenco in the Albayzin Granada: $62
- Walking Food Tour: $75
- 2-Day Geopark Desert, Ancient Culture and Food Tour: $169
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merzouga
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Merzouga.
- One Night in Private Camp in the Sahara Desert in Merzouga with Dinner: $65
- Sunset With Dinner And Berber Music in Merzouga Desert With 4WD : $65
- Merzouga Orange Dunes ATV Sandsurf Camels with 5 Stars Dinner: $85
- Camel trek with 1 Night in Luxury camp with Dinner+ Sundbording: $87
- Visit The Nomads, Gnawa Music, Rally In Dunes, Berber Pizza : $98
- Magical Dinner and Camel Trek with 1 Night In Merzouga Luxury Desert Camp: $105
- Overnight in Luxury Camp With camel Trek & Dinner: $107
- From Fes: 2-Day Merzouga Desert Trip(Luxury Tent & Dinner): $124
- From Fes: 2-Day Merzouga Desert Trip w/Luxury Tent & Dinner: $127
- 2 Nights Private Camp in Merzouga with Dinner and Camel Ride: $200
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Granada €28Merzouga -
Tours and Activities in Granada
For Granada, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $3.21
- Sacromonte Caves Museum Admission Ticket: $5.35
- Granada City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Sacromonte Abbey Entry Ticket with Audio Guide: $6.42
- Granada Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Granada City Train 1 or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket: $7.49
- Self-Guided City Exploration Smartphone Audio Tour: $7.99
- Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- Granada (Alhambra): Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour: $8.75
- Albaicín and Sacromonte’s Iconic Sights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Historic Center and Lower Albaicin Walking Tour: $9.62
Tours and Activities in Merzouga
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Merzouga are as follows:
- Overnight in Desert Camp Berber Experience in Merzouga Desert & Camel Ride: $82
- Private Adventure to Merzouga Risani from Erfoud : $142
- Private Desert Tour and Visit to Nomadic Families: $98
- 1 Hour Merzouga Desert Buggy Experience: $140
- 1 Hour Merzouga Desert Quad Biking Tour & Sandboarding: $64
- 1 Night Camel Trekking Tour in Merzouga Desert Camp : $60
- 1/2 day 4x4 tour of Erg Chebbi: $82
- 2 Hours Merzouga Desert Quad Bike Adventure: $113
- 2 hours Merzouga Dunes ATV Rental - Desert Quad Biking Tour: $112
- 2-Day Desert Tour with Return to Marrakech: $182
- 3 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga with Luxury Camp: $218
- 3 Days Tour to Merzouga Dunes and Camel Trek: $87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGranada €24Merzouga -
Sample the Local Flavors in Granada
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Granada:
- Granada Traditional Tapas and Wine Tour - by Oh My Good Guide!: $77
- BEST OF Flamenco, Tapas and Wine Tour: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Granada and Merzouga, we can see that Granada is more expensive. And not only is Merzouga much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Granada is in Europe and Merzouga 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 Merzouga would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merzouga 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 Granada would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Granada than you might in Merzouga.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Granada Expensive? and Is Merzouga Expensive?.
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.