Starting in 2025, tourists booking short-term rentals between April and October—the peak travel season—will face a daily tax of €8, a notable rise from the current €1.50. During the off-season, from November to March, this fee will increase to €2 from the existing €0.50.
Additionally, the new legislation introduces a tiered tax hike for hotel accommodations. Depending on the hotel’s star rating daily tax could climb as high as €15 during the summer months.
Cruise passengers visiting Greece’s iconic islands, including Santorini and Mykonos, will also experience increased costs. A €20 daily tax will apply to these destinations, while a €5 charge will be imposed at other ports across the country.
A senior finance ministry official emphasized the urgent need for these tax hikes, stating, “Our goal is to raise €400 million a year, almost double the amount we raised last year.”