Is Chefchaouen Expensive?

Is Chefchaouen expensive to visit?

While Chefchaouen is a popular place for travelers, it is also somewhat affordable and less expensive to visit. The average daily cost is $57, which is one of the many reasons for its popularity with tourists. When compared to other destinations in Africa, many visitors find it to be a moderately priced destination. It's in the top 50% of places in Africa for its travel costs, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Fez and Agadir.

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How expensive is Chefchaouen?

For a trip to Chefchaouen, travelers spend on average $57 per day (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations from previous visitors. As this is an average cost, your individual spending may vary, especially since there's a wide range of accommodation, food, transportation, and entertainment options here. If you stick to moderately-priced hotels and restaurants, as well as take advantage of some of free things to do in the area, you can stick close to the average budget. See more travel costs for Chefchaouen here to see how all of the average spending costs pan out.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Chefchaouen?

On average, a weekend trip to Chefchaouen costs about $172 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a weekend trip costs $343.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Chefchaouen?

A one week trip to Chefchaouen costs about $400 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $801.

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Is it expensive to backpack in Chefchaouen?

With more than 9 hostels in the area, Chefchaouen is a fairly popular backpacker destination for travelers looking to stay on a tight budget and have a fun time along the way. Here, hostels cost an average of $7 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Chefchaouen here.) There's a wide range in prices for beds, as the cheapest hostels cost $1, but the most expensive can be more than $11 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Chefchaouen.

• $10 for a dorm bed at Riad Baraka
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• $1 for a dorm bed at Aline Hostel
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• $9 for a dorm bed at Pension Souika
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Are hotels expensive in Chefchaouen?

When we look at our analysis of hotel prices in Chefchaouen, we find them to be somewhat lower in price in comparison to the rest of the world. The average nightly cost for a hotel room here is approximately $53. The area boasts about 1 five-star hotels with an average rate of $172 per night. For those seeking a balance between comfort and affordability, three-star hotels offer an average rate of $85 per night, while two-star hotels provide an even more budget-friendly option at $51 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Chefchaouen?

In Chefchaouen, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $17 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is more than the country's average of $10.

• Walking Tour in Chefchaouen Blue City with Coffee/Tea Inclusion: $40
• Private Gastronomic Experience in Chefchaouen.: $65
• Tour by local guide : $16
• Underground Cave Tour near Chefchaouen: $82
• Chefchaouen Tour with Aman: $20
• Private 2-Hour Walking Tour in Chefchaouen: $38
• Step into the Blue Chefchaouen Walking Experience: $118
• Private walking tour of Chefchaouen (The blue city): $38

Is food expensive in Chefchaouen?

In Chefchaouen, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $18 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $17.

• 3-Hour Cooking Class overlooking the Blue City: $55
• Private Tagine Cooking Class in Chefchaouen with Lunch: $100
• Chefchaouen Food Tour: $68
• 4 hours Private Cooking Class With Family in Chefchaouen: $60
• Chefchaouen Food Tour: $65
• Chefchaouen Traditional Cooking Class: $80

Is transportation expensive in Chefchaouen?

Exploring local transportation in Chefchaouen shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $15 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $9. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.