Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Grand Cayman?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Grand Cayman 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: Rabat or Grand Cayman?
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.
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
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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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Grand Cayman $215
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is $215. 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 Rabat and Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Grand Cayman $150
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Grand Cayman $300
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Grand Cayman? 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: Rabat Hotel Prices and Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Grand Cayman $31
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$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Rabat to Tangier: $145
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Fes: $116
- Transfer Rabat to Essaouira: $264
- Transfer Private From Rabat to Tetouan: $231
- Private Transfer from Rabat To Fez: $207
- Private Transfer From Fez To Rabat: $207
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $176
- Private Airport Transfer to or from Casablanca: $139
- Guided City Tour with Transfers: $118
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $54
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman and Rabat 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 dayRabat $12Grand Cayman $39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- 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.Rabat $2.83Grand Cayman $41
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- 9-Day Tour to Imperial Cities and Desert: $1,400
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Fes Full Day Private Tour from Rabat: $250
- Fes Full-Day Private Tour from Rabat with hotel pickup : $132
- From Casablanca:9Days Unforgettable Desert Tour To Marrakesh: $1,924
- From Fez : Rabat : Day Trip (Shared Group Tour): $103
- From 4 Days 3 Nights Sahara Desert Tour: $720
- From Tangier Guided Day Tour by High-Speed Train: $105
- Gems of Rabat Walking Tour: $115
- Luxury Morocco: 5-Day Private Guided Tour from Casablanca: $1,397
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $79
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Cayman Adventure: Starfish Point, Stingray City and Coral Gardens: $99
- Cayman Classic Food Tasting Walking Tour Shore Excursion : $159
- Cayman Crystal Caves Tour in Grand Cayman Island: $126
- Cayman's Classic Food Tasting & Cultural Experience: $179
- East End Activities and Tour in Grand Cayman: $158
- East Island Tour : $298
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in George Town from George Town Port: $278
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in George Town from George Town Port: $264
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Grand Cayman $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa and Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman 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 Rabat Expensive? and Is Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Grand Cayman?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Grand Cayman, 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.
When is the best time to visit Rabat or Grand Cayman?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Rabat or Grand Cayman in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Grand Cayman. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Grand Cayman receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Rabat usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In the summer, Rabat is cooler than Grand Cayman. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 28°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Grand Cayman. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. Rabat usually gets less rain in October than Grand Cayman. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Rabat is generally cooler than Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Grand Cayman in the Winter?
Both Grand Cayman and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Rabat usually receives more rain than Grand Cayman. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Rabat is much colder than Grand Cayman in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Grand Cayman in the Spring?
Both Grand Cayman and Rabat during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.
Rabat usually gets more rain in April than Grand Cayman. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Rabat is much colder than Grand Cayman. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
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