Which place is cheaper, Asilah or Nairobi?
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 Nairobi or Asilah?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nairobi and Asilah 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: Nairobi or Asilah?
Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya's capital as well as the country's largest city. With a population of about 3 million, it is also one of the largest cities in Africa. It is a prominent city both politically and financially within the region. There are many international companies that are located in Nairobi and the Nairobi Securities and Exchange is one of the largest in Africa.
Asilah
Spend your summers like the rich and famous with a trip to Asilah, Morocco. With pristine, white buildings and wrought-iron windows, this gorgeous city still holds the traditions from a time when it was under Spanish rule. The town remains rather quiet for most of the year, with a population surge in the summer months. Beaches are packed and there are tourists as far as the eye can see. If you're not a fan of crowds, consider visiting in the spring or fall when the weather is nice, but the tourists are gone.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Safaris in Kenya, The Best Budget Safaris in Kenya, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, and The Best Budget Tours to Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNairobi $68Asilah $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Nairobi is $68, while the average daily cost in Asilah is $88. 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 Nairobi and Asilah in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNairobi $12Asilah $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNairobi $24Asilah $60
Compare Hotels in Nairobi and Asilah
Looking for a hotel in Nairobi or Asilah? 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: Nairobi Hotel Prices and Asilah Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nairobi $11Asilah $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nairobi
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Nairobi:
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Taxi from Airport$9.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nairobi
Also for Nairobi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Jomo Kenyatta international airport Nairobi transfer: $550
- Private Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) to Arusha: $287
- Transport from Nairobi transfer Masai Mara gates Sekekani Talek: $250
- Road Transfer from Nairobi to Amboseli: $200
- Airport transfers: $180
- Private Transfer in Nairobi: $180
- Nairobi jkia luxury airport transfers,pick ups and drop offs: $170
- Quad Bike Wildlife Safari with Transfers & meal: $165
- Nairobi National Park Tour with Game Drive and Transfer: $165
- Private Transfer from Nairobi Airport or city To Maasai Mara By Road: $135
- Return Airport Transfers in Nairobi: $120
- Stopover, Layover & Transit Tour with Transfers.: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Nairobi or Asilah?
Prices for flights to both Asilah and Nairobi 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 dayNairobi $13Asilah $44
Typical Food Prices in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner for Two$5.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nairobi, Kenya : Universal Cooking Classes: $34
- Carnivore Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $35
- Carnivore experience Lunch Or Dinner (Optional Bomas of kenya ): $40
- Carnivore Restaurant: Lunch or Dinner Experience in Nairobi.: $48
- Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class & Local Market Tour : $50
- Kibera Slum Bomas of Kenya and Dinner at Carnivore Nairobi: $55
- Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch in Nairobi: $60
- Nairobi Private Traditional Kenyan Cooking Class with Lunch: $65
- Cooking Lesson of Local Food $ Lunch: $68
- Carnivore Restaurant Lunch or Dinner Experience: $80
- Carnivore Dinner Experience: $80
- Barbecue Lunch/ Dinner At The Carnivore Restaurant - Nairobi: $85
Typical Food Prices in Asilah
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Asilah:
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Cookies$0.53
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Breakfast for Two$5.25
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Tagine Dinner for 2$7.88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nairobi $46Asilah $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nairobi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Nairobi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Village Visit$15
Tours and Activities in Nairobi
For Nairobi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1Day Tour Nairobi Park ,Giraffe Center,karen Blixxen Guided tour: $45
- 5 hours Nairobi national park Private tour: $80
- Amboseli Day trip friends only tour: $200
- Animal Orphanage Half Day Tour in Nairobi: $150
- Coffee Farm tour from Nairobi: $90
- Elephant Orphanage & Giraffe Centre Tour: $95
- Half day tour to Elephant orphanage & Giraffe Centre Nairobi: $95
- Nairobi City Highlight Guided Tour : $95
- Nairobi Guided City Tour: $70
- Nairobi National Park Group Joining Daily Tour: $138
- Nairobi National Park Safari Experience Shared Tour: $195
- Private Tour Nairobi national park & Giraffe Centre: $120
Tours and Activities in Asilah
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Asilah.
- Morocco and Blue Cities: 3 Day Tour from Málaga: $339
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNairobi $16Asilah $7.36
Sample the Local Flavors in Nairobi
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nairobi:
- Nairobi bar crawl:Drink and Mingle: $17
- Nairobi Ultimate Bar Crawl: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nairobi and Asilah, we can see that Asilah is more expensive. And not only is Nairobi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nairobi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nairobi 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 Asilah would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Asilah than you might in Nairobi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nairobi Expensive? and Is Asilah Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nairobi or Asilah?
Nairobi has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Asilah. When comparing the sizes of Nairobi and Asilah, 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.