How much does it cost to travel to Asilah?
You should plan to spend around $65 (MAD660) per day on your vacation in Asilah. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $24 (MAD241) on meals
- $15 (MAD155) on local transportation
- $57 (MAD573) on hotels
A one week trip to Asilah for two people costs, on average, $915 (MAD9,238). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Asilah has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Asilah expensive to visit?
Asilah is a reasonably affordable place to visit. Located in Morocco, which is a reasonably affordable country, visitors will appreciate the relatively low cost of this destination. It is in the top 10% of cities in the country for its overall travel expenses. If you're traveling on a budget, then this is a good destination with affordable accommodation, food, and transportation.
Within Africa, Asilah is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Soweto or Marrakech.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Asilah Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Asilah?
The average Asilah trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Asilah travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
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Category
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Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
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MAD573
($57)
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Local Transportation 1
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MAD155
($15)
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Food 2
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MAD241
($24)
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Entertainment 1
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MAD218
($22)
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Alcohol 2
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MAD35 -
105
($3 - 10)
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Accommodation Budget in Asilah
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Asilah is $28 (MAD286). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Asilah is $57 (MAD573). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Asilah? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Asilah
Calculated from travelers like you
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The cost of a taxi ride in Asilah is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $15 (MAD155) per person, per day, on local transportation in Asilah.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$15
MAD155
How much does it cost to go to Asilah? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Asilah will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Asilah
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Asilah can vary, the average cost of food in Asilah is $24 (MAD241) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Asilah should cost around $9.55 (MAD96) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Asilah is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$24
MAD241
Typical prices for Food in Asilah are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Asilah, but your costs will vary based on your travel style.
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Cookies
MAD5.00
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Breakfast for Two
MAD50
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Tagine Dinner for 2
MAD75
Entertainment Budget in Asilah
Calculated from travelers like you
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Entertainment and activities in Asilah typically cost an average of $22 (MAD218) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$22
MAD218
Alcohol Budget in Asilah
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $6.94 (MAD70) on alcoholic beverages in Asilah per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$6.94
MAD70
Asilah On a Budget
Asilah, Morocco
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.
Sights
Most Moroccan cities will have an old town, known as the medina, and a more modern side of town, known as the ville nouvelle. The medina in Asilah is small, clean and known for its iconic stone fortifications flanked by palms. These structures were built by the Portuguese in the 15th century, and today, are the town's landmark.
Another shining example of the Moorish style can be seen in the center of Asilah's small new town. The Church of San Bartolome was built by Spanish Franciscans in the colonial Moorish style,and is one of the few churches in the country allowed to ring the bells for Sunday Mass.
If you happen to be visiting during the Asilah Festival, visit the seaside of the medina to view the Palais de Culture (Palace of Culture). Built in 1909 by the powerful Er-Raissouli, this palace is only open during the festival or for temporary exhibits. This gorgeous building has a main reception room, and a glass-fronted terrace with an ocean view and a grisly past. From this spot, Er-Raissouli forced convicted murderers to jump to the deaths on the rocks below.
If the haunting history of Asilah isn't on your itinerary, perhaps you'd be more interested in lounging some of the beautiful beaches. The main beach in Asilah is a long stretch of golden sand, but be prepared that if you're there in the summer, it can get quite crowded and noisy. If you need a bit more peace and quiet, go a little south to Paradise Beach. This spot offers a pleasant walk along the coast, and even has horse-drawn carriages in the summertime.
Activities
For a truly unique experience, try to plan your trip to coincide with the Asilah Festival. Focused on the Centre de Hassan II Recontres Internationales, this festival brings artists, musicians, performers and over 200,000 spectators in for three days of workshops, public art demonstrations, concerts, exhibitions and events. This event, drawing in visitors from around the world, is also known to include a Moroccan fantasia – a musket firing cavalry charge – toward the end of the festival.
The city of Alisah has become a haven for local, African artists. You'll want to take advantage and go to as many galleries as you can find – including the Aplanos Gallery. Created by Belgian painter Anne-Judith Van Loock and her Moroccan husband, Ahmed Benraadiya, this gallery hosts many works from local and foreign visitors. Another gallery hosting young local artists would be the Galerie Hakim – started by artist Hakim Ghailan.
Food and Dining
Alisah was under Spanish rules for years. That, coupled with its proximity to its former ruling country and the number of Spanish tourists visiting every year, Asilah's restaurants are very heavily influenced by the Spanish tradition. Many of their menus will offer dishes like paella, tortilla, tagine and couscous. Given this city's proximity to the coast, you'll also want to take advantage of any fresh seafood dishes you'll find. Walk along the Avenue Mohamed el Hassani near the southeast wall of the medina to choose from any of the restaurants with covered terraces. Have a seat and enjoy a mint tea. If you'd rather serve yourself, visit the fruit and vegetable market just south of Bab Al-Homar.
Transportation
There are two main entry points to the medina of Asilah. Keep in mind, cars are not allowed in the medina. This means walking is the easiest, and one of the only forms of transportation. It's a small enough area that this should not be a problem. Small taxis are available if you need to travel a further distance like to the train station, for example.
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