In 2026, Barcelona, the rest of Catalonia, Mallorca and the other Balearic Islands, Lisbon and Porto charge a tourist tax. Madrid, Seville, Málaga and Valencia don’t. The tax is charged per person per night, usually for a limited number of nights, and children are exempt. Most hotels collect it at the property, so it is often not included in the price you see online.
Rates were checked on 18 October 2026 against official sources.
Tourist tax by city
| City | Per person per night | Night limit | Exempt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | €6.00–€12.00 | 7 nights | Under 17 |
| Rest of Catalonia | €0.80–€4.50 (plus local surcharges from October 2026) | 7 nights | Under 17 |
| Mallorca and Balearic Islands | €0.25–€4.00, by season and category | 50% off from day 9 | Under 16 |
| Lisbon | €4.00 | 7 nights in a row | Under 13 |
| Porto | €3.00 (under review) | 7 nights in a row | Under 13 |
| Madrid | none | — | — |
| Seville | none | — | — |
| Málaga | none | — | — |
| Valencia | none | — | — |
Barcelona and Catalonia
Catalonia raised its tourist tax on 1 April 2026, and Barcelona adds a city surcharge of €5 per person per night until 31 March 2027. The surcharge then rises to €6, then €7 a year later, and finally €8.
| Accommodation in Barcelona | Catalan tax | City surcharge | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-star hotel, luxury campsite | €7.00 | €5.00 | €12.00 |
| 4-star hotel | €3.40 | €5.00 | €8.40 |
| Tourist apartment (HUT) | €4.50 | €5.00 | €9.50 |
| Youth hostel | €1.00 | €5.00 | €6.00 |
| Other hotels and accommodation | €2.00 | €5.00 | €7.00 |
Outside Barcelona, until 31 March 2027 the Catalan rates are €4.50 in 5-star hotels, €1.80 in 4-star hotels, €1.75 in tourist apartments, €0.90 in other accommodation and €0.80 in youth hostels. Other towns may add a surcharge of up to €4 from 1 October 2026. The tax is charged for up to 7 nights per stay. Under-17s and people staying for medical reasons are exempt. Read more in our Barcelona neighbourhood guide.
Mallorca and the Balearic Islands
The Balearic Islands charge the sustainable tourism tax (ITS). The rate depends on the season and the type of accommodation, and 10% VAT is added.
| Accommodation | High season (1 May – 31 Oct) | Low season (1 Nov – 30 Apr) |
|---|---|---|
| 5-star, 4-star superior hotels; 4-key apartments | €4.00 | €1.00 |
| 4-star, 3-star superior hotels; 3-key superior apartments | €3.00 | €0.75 |
| 1 to 3-star hotels, apartments, holiday homes, cruises | €2.00 | €0.50 |
| Hostels, guesthouses, campsites | €1.00 | €0.25 |
Under-16s are exempt, and from the ninth night in the same place the rate is halved. News reports in 2026 mentioned a summer increase, but the official calculator still shows these rates.
Lisbon
Since 1 September 2024, Lisbon charges €4 per person per night, up from €2. It applies to guests aged 13 and over, for up to 7 nights in a row, so the maximum is €28 per person. It covers hotels, local accommodation and hotel boats all year round. Guests staying for medical treatment and students in their first 60 days of each academic year are exempt. Cruise passengers pay a separate €2. See our Lisbon neighbourhood guide.
Porto
Porto has charged €3 per person per night since 1 December 2024, up from €2. Under the original 2018 rules, it applies from age 13 for up to 7 nights in a row. People travelling for medical treatment (with up to two companions), people with a disability of 60% or more, pilgrims and refugees are exempt. In 2026 the city council began reviewing the amount, and an increase has been discussed but not approved. See our Porto neighbourhood guide.
Cities without a tourist tax
- Madrid. A tax would need a regional law, and both the city and the regional government have rejected it.
- Seville and Málaga. Both city councils have asked the Andalusian government for permission to charge one. As of October 2026 the regional government has not allowed it.
- Valencia. A regional tourist tax was repealed before it came into force. The mayor said in March 2026 that a tax could be discussed with the sector, but nothing has been approved.
Rules change often, so check the price breakdown of your booking before you pay.
How the tax appears when you book
Booking sites usually list the tourist tax separately as “city tax” or “tourist tax”, to be paid at the property. If you book through a site such as Booking.com, open the price details before you confirm. For tips on comparing booking sites, see Booking.com vs Expedia.
Frequently asked questions
Which cities in Spain charge a tourist tax in 2026?
In Spain, the tourist tax is set by regions. Catalonia, including Barcelona, and the Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, charge one. Madrid, Seville, Málaga and Valencia do not charge one as of October 2026.
Is the tourist tax included in the price on booking sites?
Often not. Many hotels collect the tax at check-in or check-out, and booking sites usually show it as an extra charge to pay at the property. Look for a line such as "city tax" or "tourist tax" in the price breakdown.
Do children pay the tourist tax?
Usually not. In Catalonia under-17s are exempt, in the Balearic Islands under-16s, and in Lisbon and Porto the tax applies from age 13.
How much is the tourist tax in Barcelona in 2026?
Between €6 and €12 per person per night, depending on the type of accommodation. It is the Catalan tax plus a €5 city surcharge, charged for up to 7 nights.
How much is the tourist tax in Lisbon and Porto?
Lisbon charges €4 and Porto €3 per person per night, for up to 7 nights. Porto is reviewing its rate in 2026.
Sources
- Agència Tributària de Catalunya — tourist tax rates
- Agència Tributària de Catalunya — tourist tax rules
- Ajuntament de Barcelona — surcharge ordinance 2026
- Illes Balears — sustainable tourism tax calculator
- Câmara Municipal de Lisboa — tourist tax flyer
- Câmara Municipal de Lisboa — tax rises to €4
- Câmara Municipal do Porto — tourist tax rules (2018)
- Câmara Municipal do Porto — review of the tax amount
- Renascença — Porto tax rises to €3 (December 2024)
- Moncloa.com — Seville tourist tax debate (August 2026)
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