In Marrakech, the average cost of a week-long stay in a three-star hotel with an all-inclusive package is £131 (approximately €153) less than a stay that only includes room and breakfast, according to a comparison of offerings aimed at British travelers.
The travel comparison site TravelSupermarket analyzed average prices for seven-night stays offered between early June and late August 2026. In Marrakech, the all-inclusive option is priced at £348 per person, which is about €406, compared to £479, or €558, for a bed and breakfast offer. This results in a significant difference of £131, translating to a savings of 26%, especially since the all-inclusive package also includes meals and drinks. The findings were published by The Sun.
Marrakech stands out as the destination with the largest favorable price gap among those studied. This competitive pricing coincides with the increasing number of visitors from the United Kingdom, who are becoming a more prominent part of the city's tourism landscape. This trend is already evident as British visitors have surpassed French tourists in Marrakech.
However, it is important to note that this result does not imply that all all-inclusive hotels in Marrakech are automatically cheaper. This average was calculated based on the available offers during the specified period. Prices can vary significantly depending on the dates, the hotel, the departure airport, and the included amenities.
The Competitive Hotel Market
According to TravelSupermarket, this situation can be largely attributed to competition among three-star hotels. Some establishments are significantly lowering their all-inclusive package prices in an effort to boost their occupancy rates, making these options cheaper than those that include only breakfast.
The comparison site recommends that travelers explore both options before making a reservation. In Marrakech, automatically dismissing all-inclusive packages under the assumption that they will be more expensive could result in missing out on the most economical choice.
Only two other destinations analyzed reflected a similar paradox. In Malta, a week-long all-inclusive stay averages £518 (about €604), compared to £565 (€659) for a bed and breakfast. This results in a savings of nearly €55. In Egypt, the difference is much smaller, with all-inclusive packages costing £605 (€705) versus £614 (€716) for breakfast included.
In other destinations, the additional cost for all-inclusive options can remain modest. It averages around €8 in Bodrum, €17 in Phuket, €23 in the Antalya region, and €59 in Sri Lanka.
Conversely, in certain locations, all-inclusive packages become significantly more expensive. In Sardinia, the cost reaches £1,873 (approximately €2,184) per person, compared to £818 (€954) with breakfast. In Athens, the average price of an all-inclusive package is £1,079 (around €1,258), compared to £610 (€711) for the breakfast option.
In summary, Marrakech not only distinguishes itself with the absolute price of its stays but also by providing a distinct advantage to travelers who opt for the most comprehensive package. This is yet another illustration of Morocco's competitive tourism appeal in the British market, just days after The Times highlighted the lesser-known attractions of Dakhla.
As reported by bladi.net.
