Which place is cheaper, Hvar or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Hvar?
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 Hvar 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 Hvar?
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.
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $44Hvar $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Hvar is $109. 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 Hvar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Hvar $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Hvar $80
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Hvar
Looking for a hotel in Rabat or Hvar? 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 Hvar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Hvar $50
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$3.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rabat to Rabat Salé Airport: $22
- Transfer Rabat to Salé: $22
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina : $25
- Private Transfer from or to Salé and Rabat: $26
- 1-Way Private Transfer to or from Rabat Airport: $31
- Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat City: $41
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Private transfer: from Casablanca to Rabat: $59
- Rabat Hotels to Casablanca Airport : Private Transfer: $59
- Rabat to Casablanca Private Transfer: $64
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
- Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $535
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Hvar?
Prices for flights to both Hvar 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 $12Hvar $41
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
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $75
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $75
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $75
- Walking Food Tour: $75
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
- Gourmet Cooking Class in Rabat: $189
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Hvar Charming Abandoned Village Small Group Tour and Local Dinner: $180
- Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $187
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $202
- Hvar Abandoned Village Tour with Local Dinner: $214
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner: $234
- Food Tour: Traditional Flavours and Food Sampling on Hvar: $262
- The Best of Hvar in a Day with Wine tasting and Local Dinner: $273
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.84Hvar $7.99
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- Guided Bike Tour: $1.55
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Private Surf Experience in Rabat: $44
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $65
- Private Guided Tour in Rabat City: $76
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $98
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $22
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $23
- 3-Hour Lavender Tour from Hvar: $150
- Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $86
- Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $141
- Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $918
- Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $229
- Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $109
- Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $107
- Blue cave group tour with swimming and snorkelling from Hvar: $76
- Blue cave tour with speed boat from town Hvar: $196
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Hvar $9.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $118
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $142
- Wine Tasting Tour: $157
- Chocolate and Wine Tasting Small Group Tour from Hvar: $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Hvar, we can see that Hvar 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 Hvar is in Europe, 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar 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 Hvar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Hvar?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 450 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Hvar, 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 Hvar?
Hvar has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Rabat or Hvar in the Summer?
Both Hvar and Rabat during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Hvar this time of year.
Rabat is cooler than Hvar in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Hvar fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Hvar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Rabat. In the summer, Rabat often gets less sunshine than Hvar. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 345 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Hvar. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Hvar 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Hvar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Hvar. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Also, many travelers come to Hvar for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Rabat is around the same temperature as Hvar. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Hvar averages at about 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hvar this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 200 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Hvar. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Hvar 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Hvar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Hvar. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Hvar in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Rabat is generally much warmer than Hvar. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Hvar fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Hvar. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hvar receives 128 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Hvar. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Hvar 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Hvar in the Spring?
Both Hvar and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Hvar for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.
Rabat is around the same temperature as Hvar in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Hvar fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Hvar. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Hvar during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Hvar receives 212 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives around the same amount of rain as Hvar. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Hvar receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Hvar 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Hvar and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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