Europe STR News , Barcelona Leads Today
Barcelona has doubled its tourism tax with STR guests now facing levies of up to €12.50 per night, and total overnight taxes reaching as high as €15 in some cases.
The city says the goal is twofold:
• Curb overtourism
• Fund affordable housing initiatives
For operators, this means immediate pricing recalibration and clearer guest communication.
Europe’s top destinations are turning tourist taxes into housing tools build that reality into your STR strategy now.
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